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Initial Environmental Examination Document Stage: Draft Project Number: 42486-018 June 2021
India: Madhya Pradesh Urban Services Improvement Project – Additional Financing (Water Supply Scheme Subproject Town Patera) Package No. MPUSIP-6L
Prepared by Project Management Unit, Madhya Pradesh Urban Development Company, Government of Madhya Pradesh for the Asian Development Bank.
CURRENCY EQUIVALENTS
(As on 29 June 2021)
Currency unit – Indian rupee (₹) ₹1.00 = $0.013 $1.00 = ₹74.23
ABBREVIATIONS
AC – Asbestos Cement ADB – Asian Development Bank ASO – Assistant Safeguards Officer CFE – Consent for Establishment CFO – Consent for Operation CPCB – Central Pollution Control Board EA – Executing Agency EAC – Expert Appraisal Committee EC – Environmental Clearance EHS – Environmental Health & Safety EIA – Environmental Impact Assessment EMP – Environmental Management Plan; ESR – Elevated Service Reservoir GOI – Government of India GOMP – Government of Madhya Pradesh IA – Implementing Agency IEE – Initial Environmental Examination; KL – Kilo liter NP – Nagar Parishad LPCD – Liters per Capita per Day MFF – Multi trench financing facility MLD – Million Liters per Day MOEF – Ministry of Environment and Forest MPPCB – Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board MPUDC – Madhya Pradesh Urban Development Company MPUSIP – Madhya Pradesh Urban Services Improvement Program NOC – No Objection Certificate OHT – Over Head Tank PE – Polyethylene PHED – Public Health Engineering Department PIU – Project Implementation Unit; PMC – Project Management Consultant PMU – Project Management Unit PO – Project Officer PPTA – Project Preparatory Technical Assistance PWD – Public Works Department REA – Rapid Environmental Assessment Checklist RoW – Right of Way SEIAA – State Environmental Impact Assessment Authority SPS – Safeguard Policy Statement, 2009
ToR – Term of Reference UDHD – Urban Development &Housing Department ULB – Urban Local Body WHO – World Health Organization WRD – Water Resource Department WSS – Water Supply Scheme WTP – Water Treatment Plant
NOTE
In this report, "$" refers to United States dollars.
This draft initial environmental examination is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff and may be preliminary in nature. Your attention is directed to the “terms of use” section on ADB’s website. In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area.
WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
˚C km LPCDmm m MLD MCM No’s sq.km
Degree Celsius kilometer Liter per capita per day Mille meter meter Million liter per day Million Cubic Meter Number Square Kilo meter
CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION 1
A. Background 1
B. Purpose of IEE Report 1
C. Report Structure 2
II. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBPROJECT 2
A. Project Area 2
B. Existing Water Supply Situation 4
C. The Salient Features of the Bareta Group Water Supply Scheme Executed by MP Jal Nigam Maryadit, Damoh: - 6
D. Proposed Water Supply Scheme 20
E. Implementation Schedule 23
III. POLICY, LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK 29
A. ADB Policy 29
B. National Environmental Laws 29
IV. DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT (BASELINE DATA) 37
A. Methodology Used for Baseline Study 37
B. Physical Environment 38
C. Ecological Resources 41
D. Economic Development 41
E. Socio Cultural Resources 42
F. Subproject Site Environmental Features 43
V. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES 56
A. Overview 56
B. Pre-Construction Impacts – Design & Location 57
C. Construction Impacts 64
D. Operation and Maintenance Impacts 74
E. Project Benefits 74
VI. INFORMATION DISCLOSURE AND PUBLIC CONSULTATION 75
A. Overview 75
B. Public Consultation 75
C. Information Disclosure 76
VII. PROJECT SPECIFIC GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISM 78
A. Project Specific Grievance Redress Mechanism 78
B. Purpose of the GRM Manual: 78
C. Principles: 78
D. Nature and scope of Grievance Redress Mechanism under MPUSIP 79
E. Structure of GRM and its Functions: 79
F. Process of Grievance Redress Mechanism 82
G. Monitoring and Evaluation Systems of GRM 87
H. Action Plan for the formation of the GRM 87
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 88
A. Environmental Management Plan 88
B. Implementation Arrangements 126
C. EMP Compliance Responsibilities 126
D. Training Needs 129
E. Monitoring and Reporting 129
F. EMP Implementation Cost 130
IX. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 131
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Existing Water Supply System in Patera Town 5
Table 2: Summary of the Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme Executed by MP Jal Nigam Maryadit, Damoh 7
Table 3: Water Demand Details 20
Table 4: Proposed Components of Subproject Town Patera WSS. 21
Table 5: Applicable Environmental Regulations 30
Table 6: WHO Ambient Air & Noise Quality Guidelines 37
Table 7: Work Force Participation 42
Table 8: Demographic details of Patera town (as per census 2011) 43
Table 9: Schedule Caste and Schedule Tribes 43
Table 10: Site Environmental Features of Proposed Subproject Components 43
Table 11: Source Water Quality 59
Table 12: Raw Water Quality Test Report (Month Wise) 60
Table 13: Treated Water Quality Test Report (Month Wise) 61
Table 14: Design Stage Environmental Management Plan 89
Table 15: Pre-Construction State Environmental Management Plan 90
Table 16: Construction Stage Environmental Management Plan 98
Table 17: Operation Stage Environmental Management Plan 121
Table 18: Pre-Construction & Construction Stage Environmental Monitoring Plan 124
Table 19: Operation Stage Environmental Monitoring Plan 125
Table 20: Outline Capacity Building Program on EMP Implementation 129
Table 21: Cost Estimates to Implement the EMP 130
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Location of Patera Town in M.P. State Map 3
Figure 2: Location of Patera Town in District Map 4
Figure 3: Existing GSR having capacity 60 KL at ward no 10 (proposed for utilization in proposed water supply project) 5
Figure 4: Existing GSR having capacity 165 KL at ward no 13 (proposed for utilization in proposed water supply project after rehabilitation works) 6
Figure 5: Photographs of Intake well Located in the bank of Byarma River near village Harduaghat, Block- Bareta, District- Damoh 8
Figure 6: Key Plan Showing Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme of MP Jal Nigam Maryadit from Source to OHTs 10
Figure 7: Hydraulic Flow Diagram of MP Jal Nigam WTP 11
Figure 8: Layout Plan of MP Jal Nigam WTP 12
Figure 9: Photographs of WTP Components, Located in Patera near village Kulawa, Block- Bareta, District- Damoh 13
Figure 10: Photographs of MP Jal Nigam MBR, Located on Hilltop in Patera, Block- Bareta, District- Damoh 17
Figure 11: Site Photographs Showing Existing CWRM on Hilltop from Jal Nigam MBR to Existing GSRs For Patera Town Existing WSS 18
Figure 12: Key Plan of Patera Town Water Supply Scheme 24
Figure 13: Google Map Showing Location of Proposed / Existing WSS Components & Clear water Alignment of Patera Town & Newly Constructed MBR by Jal Nigam for Byarma Group WSS 25
Figure 14: Distribution System Of Patera WSS (Zone-1) 26
Figure 15: Distribution System Of Patera WSS (Zone-2) 27
Figure 16: Distribution System of Patera WSS (Zone-3) 28
Figure 17: Google Earth Map Showing Accessibility to Proposed / Existing GSRs Sites 49
Figure 18: Material Accessibility upto Proposed GSR 540 KL Site 50
Figure 19: Material Accessibility upto Existing GSR 60 KL Site 52
Figure 20: Material Accessibility upto Existing GSR 165 KL Site 53
Figure 21: Google Map Showing Location of Proposed / Existing WSS Components & Clear Water Alignment of Patera Town 54
Figure 22: Google Map Showing Location of Proposed GSR & Clear Water Alignment of Patera Town WSS 55
Figure 23: Jal Nigam – MBR at Hilltop 59
Figure 24: Jal Nigam – MBR at Hilltop, Showing Outlet for Patera Town 59
Figure 25 : Flowchart for Preparing an Asbestos Management Plan 71
Figure 26: Work Flow Diagram on GRM 82
Figure 27: Structure and Process of GRC 86
LIST OF APPENDICES
Appendix 1: ADB Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) Checklist 134
Appendix 2: Summary of Consultation with Stakeholders - Patera Nagar Parishad 138
Appendix 3 : Photographs of Stakeholder Consultation and List of Participants in Consultation146
Appendix 4: National Ambient Air Quality Standards 156
Appendix 5: Vehicle Exhaust Emission Norms 157
Appendix 6: National Ambient Air Quality Standards in Respect of Noise 158
Appendix 7: Comparison Between Indian Environmental Standards and IFC Standards 159
Appendix 8: Extract From Construction & Demolition Management Rules, 2016 163
Appendix 9: Salient Features Of Major Labor Laws Applicable To Establishments Engaged In
Construction Of Civil Works 169
Appendix 10: Drinking Water Standards 170
Appendix 11: Sample Outline Traffic Management Plan 172
Appendix 12: Sample Outline Spoils (Construction Waste) Management Plan 179
Appendix 13: Sample Grievance Registration Form 180
Appendix 14: Sample Environmental Site Inspection Report 181
Appendix 15: Quarterly Reporting Format for Assistant Safeguards Officer 184
Appendix 16: Jal Nigam Consent Letter for Water Commitment 190
Appendix 17: Salient Features of M.P. Jal Nigam Water Supply Scheme 193
Appendix 18: Surface Water Quality Test Report – Byorma River 196
Appendix 19: Guidance on Siting and facilities in Contractors Camps 197
Appendix 20: Guideline for Construction Work about Safety from COVID-19 Pandemic 202
Appendix 21: MP JAL Nigam Report Showing Patera Town was Part of Original MP Jal Nigam
Scheme 210
Appendix 22: Summary of MP JAL Nigam Scheme for Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme212
Appendix 23: Land Ownership Details of Identified Land for GLSR 540 KL For Patera Town
WSS 216
Appendix 24: Raw and treated Water Quality Test Results of MP Jal Nigam WTP – Patera 218
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Government of Madhya Pradesh (GoMP) through Government of India (GoI) is negotiating loan under multi-tranche financing facility (MFF) with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the proposed Madhya Pradesh Urban Services Improvement Project (MPUSIP), Tranche 2 of the project will cover water supply interventions for 64 No’s of towns. Sub project for improvement of Patera town water supply system is proposed under tranche 2, package 6L. Improvement of water supply in the above town is one of the projects proposed under the program. ADB requires consideration of environmental issues in all aspects of the Bank’s operations, and the requirements for Environmental Assessment are described in ADB’s SPS (2009). This Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) addresses the infrastructure components proposed under Patera Water supply subproject. The subproject: Patera town is located in Damoh District in Madhya Pradesh state. Improvement of water supply in Patera is one of the subprojects proposed under MPUSIP. The objective of the subproject is to achieve safe and sustainable water services both in terms of services to customers, cost recovery and conservation of precious water resources. The subproject envisages providing 100% coverage of population with continuous, pressurized and safe drinking water services and achieving progressively increasing cost recovery by expanding the coverage and increasing operating efficiency. The subproject includes civil works, project implementation and management, and non-physical investments. The physical investment includes the following (i) Feeder Main of 835 m length of diameter 100 to 150mm DI-K7 pipe (for the transmission of treated water from Mass Balance Reservoir (MBR) constructed by Jal Nigam, GoMP up to proposed GSR); (ii) 1 No. GLSR of 540 KL and 2 Nos. of Existing GSR of 165 KL & 60 KL after renovation will be utilized; (iii) Distribution network of 21,025 m length of diameter 110 mm to 200 mm ; (iv) bulk flow meters; and (v) house service connection including consumer meters. As mentioned above, under MPUSIP, the Patera water supply subproject includes treated water storage, conveyance and distribution infrastructure. The total clear water demand for town is estimated 1.34 MLD in ultimate year 2049. A GLSR for the storage of clear water have been proposed near the Jal Nigam’s MBR at Hilltop. Jal Nigam has already made provision of outlet in their Mass balanced reservoir (MBR) for Patera Water Supply. From MBR clear water will be conveyed to the Proposed GLSR of Capacity 540 KL by Gravity main of DI K7 150 mm diameter and 525 m long. From 540 KL capacity GLSR, clear water will be conveyed to the town by Gravity main of DI K7, 100mm dia. 310 m long and stored in 2 no. existing GLSR's capacity 165 KL and 60 KL. Condition of existing GSR‟s is structurally good except some minor seepage etc. Provision of some minor work like cement mortar plaster, pointing work and epoxy grouting etc. in 165 KL stone masonry GSR, has been taken into account in proposed water supply scheme. For effective distribution three zones have been proposed. The total distribution line is 21,025 m of 110 mm-200 mm dia. SCADA system to monitor levels of the tanks / GLSR and their operation have also been proposed. Provision of District Metered Area (DMA) has also been made to monitor the level of leakage, theft of water and better management of the distribution system. It is proposed to provide 100% metered connection in the town. Screening and assessment of potential impacts. ADB requires the consideration of environmental issues in all aspects of the Bank’s operations, and the requirements for environmental assessment are described in ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS), 2009. The potential environmental impacts of the subproject have been assessed using ADB Rapid Environmental Assessment Checklist for Water Supply. Then potential negative impacts were
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identified in relation to pre-construction, construction and operation of the improved infrastructure. The subproject is unlikely to cause significant adverse impacts because: (i) subproject draws treated water directly from an new water supply system operated by MP Jal Nigam, and therefore do not involve issues related to source sustainability or water abstraction or water treatment ; (ii) the components will involve straightforward construction and operation, so impacts will be mainly localized; (iii) predicted impacts are site-specific and likely to be associated with the construction process and are produced because the process is invasive, involving excavation and earth movements; and (iv) being located mainly in an existing built-up area, will not cause direct impact on terrestrial biodiversity values. Potential negative impacts mainly arise from disturbance of residents, businesses, increase in traffic, increase in noise level and dusts, and the need to dispose moderate quantities of waste soil during construction phase. However, there are well-developed methods for mitigation of these impacts to acceptable levels. Categorization. Based on results of the assessment and ADB SPS, the subproject is classified as environmental Category B, i.e., the subproject is judged to be unlikely to have significant adverse environmental impacts. An initial environmental examination (IEE) is required to determine whether significant environmental impacts warranting an environmental impact assessment are likely. Description of the Environment. The subproject components locations are in Patera town and its surroundings. The immediate surroundings were converted into urban use for many years ago, and there is no natural habitat left at the subproject sites. Proposed GLSR is located within Patera town on a hilltop vacant land, devoid of any tree cover / vegetation. No noticeable flora or fauna is observed in the influence area. Neither forest nor any sensitive areas area exists near the proposed site. The site in general is surrounded by open space and is easily approachable. The land is free from any type of disputes and encroachment. Pipelines are located along the public roads. The clear water rising mains, connecting Jal Nigam MBR to Patera GLSR, will be within the town. CWRM will be laid along existing Kutcha road of d ULB within ROW. The pipes will not traverse any private land across the entire length of the proposed alignment. Pipe will be laid underground. Distribution networks will be laid along the ULB roads/streets in the town within the road right of way (ROW). Distribution network/transmission lines will not be laid in forest areas, water bodies as there is no involvement of forest land nor comes along water bodies. There are no trees along the roads, except in some colonies in the outer areas. In old town areas pipes will be laid in the middle of the road, which may affect the traffic. There are no sensitive environmental features like forests within the project area. None of the components are located in or close to these, and there will not be any interference or impacts on these places. Project area experience a subtropical climate, typical to north India, hot summers, cold and dry winters and monsoon rains. Town is densely populated in the core/old town areas with narrow lanes, and small and closely built houses, while most of the areas are undeveloped and are still under agricultural use. Commercial areas are along the main roads, which are mostly congested with activities, pedestrians and traffic. Potential environmental impacts. Potential impacts were identified in relation to location, design, construction and operation of the improved infrastructure. The subproject area will not arise any significant adverse impacts due to: (i) small size population and their water demand, (ii) components proposed in the schemes are of comparatively is of small quantities & their effect will be locally which is manageable and controllable and (iii) predicted impacts are site-
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specific and likely to be associated with the construction process and are produced because the process is invasive, involving excavation and earth movements. Environmental impacts arise due to the project design or because of the locations chosen for the project components are not significant. In order to avoid creation of new source, raw water transmission and treatment facility by utilizing the under operation rural water supply project bulk infrastructure (MPJNM project) to obtain treated water directly for supply in Patera town. The proposed Patera WSS is designed with treated water from an under operation Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme surrounding to Patera town based on source as Byarma River named as “Byarma Group water supply scheme” executed by Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam Maryadit (MPJNM) of Government of Madhya Pradesh in November 2014 and completed in May 2018 and the scheme is under operation since January 2019. This scheme is designed based on Byarma River, as water source, and includes all infrastructure from abstracting raw water from River, treatment, conveyance, and supply 10.5 MLD of water to total 22 villages, to benefit 62, 640 people (design population of 2049) in districts of Damoh under Bareta Block including Patera town (For Details of Scheme Refer Table 2 and Appendix 17 & Appendix 22). Water Availability by Jal Nigam: As stated above, the proposal under MPUSIP for Patera town includes only clear water storage, conveyance and distribution network including house connections. The proposed Patera WSS is designed with treated water from Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam Maryadit (MPJNM) of Government of Madhya Pradesh. Also, Patera was part of original MPJNM scheme (Refer Appendix 21). The projected water demand of Patera is 1.34 MLD for ultimate year (2049). MPJNM has already consented to give required quantity of treated water to Nagar Parishad Patera from their Mass Balance Reservoir (MBR) and MP Jal Nigam Maryadit hereby confirm that 2.553 MLD treated water will be reserved and available for the Patera town water supply scheme from the water treatment plant of MP Jal Nigam (Refer Appendix 16). As mentioned above, for the Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme have been implemented by MPJNM is completed in May 2018 and under operation since January 2019 and running successfully. Nagar Parishad Patera is taking water from this scheme regularly. Given that allocation is made within the available water quantity, no negative impacts or issues related to water use conflicts envisaged. Water quality is ensured as the water treatment facilities including disinfection / chlorination facilities is part of MPJNM project. WTP is operational and potable water is being supplied to Patera and other 22 villages. Patera Nagar Parishad will be required to construct their own sump, GLSR and distribution network. MPJNM has already included provision of outlet in their MBR for Patera Water Supply (Refer Figure 10, 11 & Figure24). Patera Nagar Parishad will be charged for clear treated water as per actual consumption. Environmental Management Plan. An environmental management plan (EMP) has been developed to provide mitigation measures to reduce all negative impacts to acceptable levels. Locations and siting of the proposed infrastructures were considered to further reduce impacts. These include (i) locating facilities on government-owned land to avoid the need for land acquisition and relocation of people; and (ii)laying of pipes in Row alongside main/access roads, to reduce acquisition of land and impacts on livelihoods specifically in densely populated areas of the town. The EMP includes design measures such as (i) discontinuation of groundwater source, and shifting to a sustainable surface water source (taking treated water from Jal Nigam, GoMP and; (ii) quick leak detection and rectification to save the resources, etc. During construction, the EMP includes mitigation measures such as;(i) implementation of traffic management plan in
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coordination with local traffic police to minimize traffic impacts; (ii) awareness campaigns and consultations to inform residents and businesses of potential disturbances; (iii) provision of walkways and planks over trenches to ensure access will not be impeded; (iv) use of noise-dampening measures in areas with sensitive receptors such as hospitals, schools, places of worships and other silence-zones; (v) use of dust-suppression methods such as watering and/or covering of stockpiles; and (vi) finding beneficial use of excavated materials to extent possible to reduce the quantity that will be disposed off. As for the O&M phase, facilities will need to be repaired from time to time, but environmental impacts will be much less than those of the construction period as the work will be infrequent, affecting small areas only. The EMP includes mitigation measures and monitoring plan to ensure compliance to environmental standards during O&M phase. The EMP will guide the environmentally-sound construction of the subproject and ensure efficient lines of communication between Madhya Pradesh Urban Development Company (MPUDC), project management unit (PMU), project implementing unit (PIU), consultants and contractors. The EMP will (i) ensure that the activities are undertaken in a responsible non-detrimental manner; (i) provide a pro-active, feasible and practical working tool to enable the measurement and monitoring of environmental performance on site; (ii) guide and control the implementation of findings and recommendations of the environmental assessment conducted for the subproject; (iii) detail specific actions deemed necessary to assist in mitigating the environmental impact of the subproject; and (iv) ensure that safety recommendations are complied with. The EMP includes a monitoring program to measure the environmental condition and effectiveness of implementation of the mitigation measures. It will include observations on- and off-site, document checks, and interviews with workers and beneficiaries. The contractor will be required to submit to PMU, for review and approval, a site environmental plan (SEP) including (i) proposed sites/locations for construction work camps, storage areas, hauling roads, lay down areas, disposal areas for solid and hazardous wastes; (ii) specific mitigation measures following the approved EMP; (iii) monitoring program as per SEP; and (iv) budget for SEP implementation. No works are allowed to commence prior to approval of SEP. A copy of the EMP/approved SEP will be kept on site during the construction period at all times. The EMP included in the bid and contract documents. Non-compliance with, or any deviation from, the conditions set out in this document constitutes a failure in compliance. Consultation, disclosure and grievance redress mechanism. The stakeholders were involved in developing the IEE through discussions on-site and public consultation at several places in the town, after which views expressed were incorporated into the IEE and in the planning and development of the project. The IEE will be made available at public locations and will be disclosed to a wider audience via the ADB, MPUDC and PMU websites. The consultation process will be continued and expanded during project implementation to ensure that stakeholders are fully engaged in the project and have the opportunity to participate in its development and implementation. A grievance redress mechanism is described within the IEE to ensure any public grievances are addressed quickly. Implementation Arrangements. Urban Development and Environment Department (UDED) of Government of Madhya Pradesh will be the Executing Agency. Implementing Agency will be Madhya Pradesh Urban Development (MPUDC), A central Project Management Unit (PMU) attached to MPUDC will be responsible for implementing the MPUSIP. The PMU will be supported by Program Implementation Units (PIUs). Several teams of Design Consultants, and a Program Management Consultant (PMC) centrally located in PMU and with field teams, will
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support PMU & PIUs. Infrastructure will be designed, built, and operated (DBO) by contractor for 10 years, after which it will be transferred to the ULB. Project Officer (Environment) at PMU and Assistant Safeguard Officer (ASO) at each of the PIU will be responsible for environment safeguards tasks and will be supported by Environment Specialist of PMC Team. Contractor personnel will include an Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) supervisor. Monitoring and Reporting. The PMU and PMC will be responsible for monitoring. The PMDC will submit quarterly and semi-annual monitoring reports to PMU, and the PMU will review and send the semi-annual monitoring reports to ADB. ADB will post the environmental monitoring reports on its website. Conclusions and Recommendations. The proposed subproject is therefore unlikely to cause significant adverse impacts. The potential impacts that are associated with design, construction and operation can be mitigated to standard levels without difficulty through proper engineering design and the incorporation or application of recommended mitigation measures and procedures. Based on the findings of the IEE, there are no significant impacts and the classification of the project as Category “B” is confirmed. No further special study or detailed environmental impact assessment (EIA) needs to be undertaken to comply with ADB SPS (2009) or GoI EIA Notification (2006). MPJNM has already allocated required treated water to Patera from the ongoing multi village scheme, and approval letter is issued accordingly.
This IEE will be updated during the detailed design stage by the DBO contractor to reflect any changes, amendments and will be reviewed and approved by PMU.
I. INTRODUCTION
A. Background
1. Government of Madhya Pradesh with loan funding from Asian Development Bank (ADB) has proposed to implement Madhya Pradesh Urban Services Improvement Project (MPUSIP), herein after referred as ‘the Project’. Madhya Pradesh Urban Development Company Limited (MPUDC) will be the Implementing Agency and the State Urban Development and Housing Department (UDHD) will be the executing agency for the Project. 2. The Project components are as follows:
(i) Component 1: Improvements to water supply and sewerage services in identified towns ➢ Continuous, pressurized, safe and sustainable drinking water through
private household metered connections in sixty-four towns in the State of Madhya Pradesh in Central India; and
➢ Sewage collection and treatment services proposed in six (6) identified towns (Sanchi, Maihar, Dhamnod, Nagda, Khajuraho and Rajnagar) etc.;
(ii) Component 2: Institutional Strengthening
➢ Capacity Building of implementing agencies (IAs), participating Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and service utilities in contract management and service delivery for ensuring long term sustainability of services;
➢ Setting up of geographic information system (GIS) based water and sanitation asset management and service delivery monitoring; and
➢ Structured behavioral change campaigns to ensure the improvement in public health and cost recovery of service delivery.
(iii) Component 3: Project Management and Administration Support. This component will support the smooth and effective implementation and operation of the Project which includes expert support in Project design and implementation (design, procurement and Contract and Project Management, safeguards etc.), and project administration through Executing and Implementing Agencies.
3. The Subproject. Patera is located in the Damoh District in Madhya Pradesh state and improvement of water supply in the town is one of the subprojects proposed under MPUSIP. The objective of the subproject is to achieve safe and sustainable water services both in terms of services to customers, cost recovery and conservation of precious water resources. The subproject envisages providing 100% coverage of population with continuous, pressurized and safe drinking water services and achieving progressively increasing cost recovery by expanding the coverage and increasing operating efficiency. The subproject includes civil works (clear water transmission, GSR, distribution network, consumer connections and flow meters), project implementation and management, and non-physical investments. A detailed description of the components is provided in Section III. B. Purpose of IEE Report
4. ADB requires the consideration of environmental issues in all aspects of the Bank’s operations, and the requirements for environmental assessment are described in ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS), 2009. The potential environmental impacts of the subproject have been assessed using ADB Rapid Environmental Assessment Checklist for Water Supply
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(Refer Appendix 1). Then potential negative impacts were identified in relation to pre-construction, construction and operation of the improved infrastructure, and results of the assessment show that the subproject is unlikely to cause significant adverse impacts. Thus, this initial environmental examination (IEE) has been prepared in accordance with ADB SPS’s requirements for environment category B projects. 5. This IEE is based on the detailed engineering report prepared by the DPR Consultant “MARS Planning & Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd. Ahmadabad” team and will be finalized during implementation stage by DBO contractor to reflect any changes and latest subproject designs. The IEE was based mainly on field reconnaissance surveys and secondary sources of information. No field monitoring (environmental) survey was conducted however, the environmental monitoring program developed as part of the environmental management plan (EMP) will require the contractors to establish the baseline environmental conditions prior to commencement of civil works. The results will be reported as part of the environmental monitoring report and will be the basis to ensure no degradation will happen during subproject implementation. Stakeholder consultation was an integral part of the IEE 6. To understand the environment-related aspects of the project, a detailed Environmental Analysis and Assessment study is required. The study will involve collection and analysis of information regarding the environmental issues related to the project and preparation of an Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) and Environmental Management Plan (EMP), to be duly integrated in the overall design of the project. The IEE study is expected to focus on the positive health and environmental benefits, through supply of safe drinking water and creation of integrated sanitary conditions in the project area/region. The proposed assessment study will suggest several environmental mitigation measures to be included in the project design, due to which the project is expected to have a net positive benefit for the people in the project area. C. Report Structure
7. This report contains the following sections:
(i) Introduction (ii) Description of the Subproject (iii) Policy, Legal and Administrative framework (iv) Description of Environment (v) Potential Environmental Impact & Mitigation Measures (vi) Public Consultation and Information Disclosure (vii) Grievance Redress Mechanism (viii) Environmental Management Plan (ix) Conclusions and Recommendations
II. DESCRIPTION OF THE SUBPROJECT
A. Project Area
8. Patera is situated in Damoh District in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is 35 km from the district head quarter Damoh and geographically located at Latitude- 23°59‟34‟‟N Longitude- 79°40‟ 57” E. Patera is a Tehsil headquarter and blocks headquarter. Patera is connected by road to another key town like Damoh, Jabalpur and Tikamgarh. Patera is connected by private bus services with Damoh and Hatta. Pipariyasahni (4 KM), Kundalpur (4 KM), Hindoria (16 KM), Hatta (19 KM) are the nearby Villages to Patera. The town is also not
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connected with rail network. The nearby railway station is Damoh which is 35 km away from the town. Patera is surrounded by Hatta Tehsil towards North, Damoh Tehsil towards west, Batiyagarh Tehsil towards west, Jabera Tehsil towards South. Location of Patera town in State and District Map shown in Figure 1 to Figure 2, below. 9. Patera town is newly established Nagar Parishad and this comes into existence on 04-03-2015 by Chief Minister Announcement. Patera Nagar Parishad (PNP) area comprises of 15 wards having an area of 3.05 sq. km. The study area covers only within the Patera Nagar Parishad limits. As per census 2011, Patera had a population of 10232.
Figure 1: Location of Patera Town in M.P. State Map
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Figure 2: Location of Patera Town in District Map
B. Existing Water Supply Situation
10. The ground water is the main source of water for the town. The existing Patera water supply scheme is based on Tube wells. The piped water is through 06 nos. of municipal tube wells located across the town, which is in working condition. Mostly these tube wells get dry during summer, so they are not dependable source. Apart from this, more than 81 Hand pumps also exists across the town. In addition to this, wells and hand pumps are other source of water in the town. Each tube well is fitted with 20 HP submersible pumps. The present water supply is 0.31 MLD @ 30 LPCD considering transmission losses. This is the less than 70 lpcd as per minimum norms of CPHEEO manual, and this becomes worse by draught conditions that reduce supply even further during summer. The quality of ground water is good in most of the places of the town. The water quality is examined every year by the PHED, DAMOH 11. As explained in the above section; at present the entire water supply is being supplied from tube wells. Hence, at present Patera doesn’t have any water treatment Plant. At present there are 2 GSR of capacity of 165 KL & 60 KL, one is newly constructed and other one is old but in good condition. Presently piped water is supplied directly from pumps through pipe lines
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approximately 4 km length diameter ranging from 80 mm to 100 mm ACP which is old and in dilapidated condition. The present supply level is @ 30 lpcd and supplied alternate day basis. Patera town has coverage of 30% of town area by distribution system. Presently there are 500 domestic connections. In addition to these there are 81 hand pump Presently the water tax is being collected at the flat rate of Rs. 50/- per connection per month for domestic connections. 12. Water is supplied through tankers to the areas where water supply is scarce and areas not covered with distribution network. Nagar Parishad collects a flat rate of Rs.50.00 per month per household for domestic connection and Rs.150.00 for non-domestic connection.
Table 1: Existing Water Supply System in Patera Town Water Source Groundwater
Tube well- 6 nos., 81 nos. hand pumps
Total Supply 0.31 MLD (30 LPCD considering losses
GSRs 60 Kl in Ward No. 10
165 KL in Ward No. 13
Distribution Network ACP pipe of 80-100 mm dia (condition is not good)
Water Connection 500 Nos.
Figure 3: Existing GSR having capacity 60 KL at ward no 10 (proposed for utilization in
proposed water supply project)
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Figure 4: Existing GSR having capacity 165 KL at ward no 13 (proposed for utilization in proposed water supply project after rehabilitation works)
13. Issues in Present Water Supply System
• Presently water supply is based on underground water sources which is inadequate to cater the demand of present population
• No treatment plant in the town
• Ground water level is decreasing annually.
• Lack of metered connections, reflecting the loss in ULB revenue
• The flat rates are required to be revised as the amount collected is very meager.
• The distribution system is not adequate as various parts of the town are not connected or integrated to the system.
• Lack of manpower has affected the operation and maintenance of water supply system including the revenue collection.
C. The Salient Features of the Bareta Group Water Supply Scheme Executed by MP Jal Nigam Maryadit, Damoh: -
14. Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam Maryadit of the MP Government formed for the rural water supply scheme has framed group water supply scheme named “Bareta Group water supply scheme” considering the Byarma River as water source. In the approved scheme provision for the water demand of the Patera has also been kept. Patera was part of original scheme (Refer Appendix 21). The following data/information has been provided by Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam Maryadit – Project Implementation Unit Damoh as given in Table 2, below and also Refer Appendix 22.
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Table 2: Summary of the Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme Executed by MP Jal Nigam Maryadit, Damoh
S. No. Infrastructures Description
1. Source Byarma River
2. Intake Well Intake well with connecting pipe 800 mm internal Dia (ID) and 60 m long NP-2 pipe. Jackwell and pump house of 6.0 m dia, capacity 10.5 MLD (16 hours) in the Byarma River, near village Harduaghat, Block- Baretta, District- Damoh & Construction of RCC Approach Bridge in a length of 12 m and 3.0 m wide.
3. Raw Water Pumping Main (RWPM)
Raw Water pumping main of 350 mm internal Dia(ID), DI K-9 pipeline with in-lining and out coating of length 3930 m suitable for water demand of 10.57 MLD (16 Hours)
4. Water Treatment Plant (WTP)
Water Treatment Plant of 10.5 MLD (16 Hours) capacity with 450 cum CW Sump cum PH, in Patera, District Damoh
5. Clear Water Pumping Main (CWPM)
Clear Water Pumping Main of 300 mm ID, DI K-9 pipeline with in-lining and out coating of length 4620 m suitable for water demand of 8.947 MLD (16 Hours) to MBR at Patera
Clear Water Pumping Main of 100 mm ID, DI K-9 pipeline with in-lining and out coating of length 2870 m suitable for water demand of 0.918 MLD (16 Hours) to ESRs at villages Parari and Kuwarpura (Direct Pumping)
6. Master Balancing Reservoir (MBR)
Construction of Master Balancing Reservoir and Clear Water Sump cum Pump House of following capacity;
730 cum capacity MBR at GL on hill near village Patera
450 cum CW sump cum pump house at village Kulwa
7. Gravity Feeder Mains
Gravity Feeder Mains of DI K-7 in-lined and out-coated pipes from MBR to ESRs/GSRs of different villages suitable for water demand of that group, as per details below;
100 mm dia and length – 18360 m
150 mm dia and length – 8130 m
200 mm dia and length – 3810 m
250 mm dia and length – 750 m
8. Overhead Service Reservoirs (OHSRs)
14 Overhead Service reservoirs at different villages of following capacity;
100 cum capacity & 08 m staging – 01 no.
100 cum capacity & 12 m staging – 05 nos.
125 cum capacity & 08 m staging – 01 no.
125 cum capacity & 12 m staging – 02 nos.
150 cum capacity & 12 m staging – 01 no.
150 cum capacity & 16 m staging – 03 nos.
225 cum capacity & 16 m staging – 01 no.
9. Pumping Equipment Pumping equipment including suitable motors, protection equipment for followings;
Raw Water Pumping equipment - Three VT pump sets (2 working + 1 standby) of 186.53 Cum/Hr. discharge capacity at 36 m head and 42 HP to pump raw water up to WTP.
Clear Water Pumping equipment - Three Submersible pump sets (2 working + 1 standby) of 174.124 Cum/Hr. discharge capacity at 117.58 m head and 125 HP at Patera MBR. - Two Submersible pump sets (1 working + 1 standby) of 15.625 Cum/Hr. discharge capacity at 55.17 m head and 30 HP at WTP clear
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water sump to direct pumping to village Pariri and village Kumwarpura.
10. Electrical Equipment
One – 33 kV suitable Electrical sub-stations for Pump House and allied works including 3.5 km length of 33 kV and 11 kV power line
11. Distribution Networks
Distribution network comprising of HDPE, PE 100 and DI K-7 pipelines, including valves, specials, HSC and other allied works of following diameters-
90 mm dia. 10 kg/cm2 HDPE – 10371 m
100 mm dia. HDPE – 10371 m
150 mm dia. DI K-7 – 10281 m
Source: General Manager (MPJLNM-PIU Damoh) and Chief General Manager, Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam Maryadit, Bhopal
15. Updated Implementation Status of MPJNM Project. Byarma River based Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme has been implemented and executed by MPJNM – PIU Damoh. Bids were invited in 2014, and contract has been awarded to successful bidder “M/s Tejas Construction & Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd. Pune” in August 2014. Construction works started in November 2014 and date of completion was November 2016, and duration of construction was about 24 months. Due to delay in works date of completion extended upto February 2018 and scheme is completed in May 2018 and under operation since January 2019 and WTP is operational and potable water is being supplied to Patera and other 22 villages. (Source: MP Jal Nigam – PIU Damoh). Figure 5: Photographs of MP Jal Nigam Intake well Located in the bank of Byarma River
near village Harduaghat, Block- Bareta, District- Damoh
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Pump Description Plate Control Panel
Pumping Machinary Byarma River Downstream side
Byarma River Upstream side
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Figure 6: Key Plan Showing Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme of MP Jal Nigam Maryadit from Source to OHTs
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Figure 7: Hydraulic Flow Diagram of MP Jal Nigam WTP
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Figure 8: Layout Plan of MP Jal Nigam WTP
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Figure 9: Photographs of WTP Components, Located in Patera near village Kulawa, Block- Bareta, District- Damoh
Panoramic View of MP Jal Nigam WTP
WTP Structure
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Pre-Settling Tank Aeration fountain
Aeration fountain Alum mixing tanks
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Chlorine Tank Chlorine Contact tank and Chlorine Room
Clariflocculator Mimic Panel
Mimic Panel Filter Panels
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Clear Water Chamber Filter Backwash Storage and Rcycle
Sludge drying Beds Laboratory
Pump House
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Figure 10: Photographs of MP Jal Nigam MBR, Located on Hilltop in Patera, Block- Bareta, District- Damoh
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Figure 11: Site Photographs Showing Existing CWRM on Hilltop from Jal Nigam MBR to Existing GSRs For Patera Town Existing WSS
MPJLN MBR to Proposed GSR
No tree Cutting here lots of space for pipe line.
Outlet point here
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Outlet points in MPJN MBR
EXT CWRM for Patera EXT GSR.
CLWRM to 165 kl GLSR
Junction Point of CLWRM MPJN MBR to EXT
GSR
CLWRM to 165 kl GLSR
CLWRM to 60 kl GLSR
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D. Proposed Water Supply Scheme
16. Water Demand: The gross water demand for Patera town for the base year (2019), intermediate year (2034) and ultimate design year (2049) demands are projected at 0.93 MLD, 1.13 MLD 1.34 MLD respectively.
Table 3: Water Demand Details
Year 2017 2019 2034 2049
Population 11240 11579 14144 16762
Water demand @70 lpcd (in MLD) 0.90 0.93 1.13 1.34
17. Water Source: As mentioned above Patera town is having acute drinking water problem. Presently water is supplied through tube wells. Tube wells are not dependable and reliable source. The nearest source is Byarma River which is 8 km away from the Patera town. It is a perennial River. M.P. Jal Nigam already executed group water supply scheme of the villages surrounding to Patera town, based on source as Byarma River named as “Byarma Group water supply scheme” and includes all infrastructure from abstracting raw water from River, treatment, conveyance, and supply 10.5 MLD of water to total 22 villages, to benefit 62,640 people (design population of 2045) in districts of Damoh under Bareta Block (Details of scheme are provided in Table 2, Appendix 17 & Appendix 22). In this scheme raw water is being pumped from Intake well to WTP through Raw water rising main. After treatment it is again being pumped through clear water rising main into Mass Balance Reservoir (MBR) at Hilltop near Patera town. From this MBR water is being conveyed by Gravity main and distributed to the 22 Panchayat’s including Patera town service reservoirs. 18. The proposed Patera WSS is designed to utilize the treated water from an under operational Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme, implemented by Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam Maryadit (MPJNM) of Government of Madhya Pradesh. In the approved scheme provision for the water demand of the Patera has also been kept. Jal Nigam has already made provision of outlet in their MBR for Patera Water Supply (Refer Figure 10 to Figure 11 & Figure 24) and Nagar Parishad will be required to construct their own sump, clear water feeder main, GSR and distribution network. The projected water demand of Patera is 1.34 MLD for ultimate year (2049). MPJNM has already consented to give required quantity of treated water to Nagar Parishad Patera from their Mass Balance Reservoir (MBR) and MP Jal Nigam Maryadit hereby confirm that 2.553 MLD treated water will be reserved and available for the Patera town water supply scheme from the water treatment plant of MP Jal Nigam (for details Refer Appendix 16). As mentioned above, for the Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme have been implemented by MPJNM is completed in May 2018 and under operation since January 2019 and running successfully. WTP is operational and potable water is being supplied to Patera and other 22 villages. Presently Nagar Parishad Patera is taking water from this scheme regularly. Given that allocation is made within the available water quantity, no negative impacts or issues related to water use conflicts envisaged. Water quality is ensured as the water treatment facilities is part of MPJNM project. Patera Nagar Parishad will be charged for clear treated water as per actual consumption. 19. Proposed Components of the Subproject: Under MPUSIP, the Patera water supply subproject, include treated water storage, conveyance and distribution infrastructure. The total clear water demand for town is estimated 1.34 MLD in ultimate year 2049. A GSR for the
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storage of clear water have been proposed near the Jal Nigam’s MBR at Hilltop at suitable location. From MBR clear water will be conveyed to the Proposed GSR of Capacity 540 KL by Gravity main of DI K7 150 mm dia. 525 m long. From 540 KL capacity GSR clear water will be conveyed to the town by Gravity main of DI K7, 100mm dia. 310 m long and stored in 2 no. existing GSR's capacity 165 KL and 60 KL. Condition of existing GSR‟s is structurally good except some minor seepage etc. Provision of some minor work like cement mortar plaster, pointing work and epoxy grouting etc. in 165 KL stone masonry GSR, has been taken into account in proposed water supply scheme. For effective distribution three zones have been proposed. The total distribution line is 21025 m of 110 mm-200 mm dia. SCADA system to monitor levels of the tanks / GSR and their operation have also been proposed. Provision of District Metered Area (DMA) has also been made to monitor the level of leakage, theft of water and better management of the distribution system. It is proposed to provide 100% metered connection in the town. 20. Thus, the present proposal for Patera Nagar Parishad consists of construction of, Clear water sump well, feeder main, & laying & jointing new distribution system, metering, DMA, SCADA system and house service connections for the ultimate demand given in Table 4 below. Table 4 shows the proposed water supply systems along with nature and size of components in subproject town Patera. Figure 12 to Figure 16 show the proposed water systems, component layouts etc.
Table 4: Proposed Components of Subproject Town Patera WSS.
Infrastructure Function Description Location
Clear water Gravity main
Treated water
transmission
from MBR of
MP Jal Nigam
to Proposed
GSRs Patera
• 525 m length of 150 mm Dia. DI K-7 (From MBR to Proposed GSR)
• 310 m,100 mm Dia. DI K-7((From Proposed GSR to Existing GSR's)
These feeders main from MBR, Jal Nigam to proposed/existing GSRs of Patera town will be mostly laid along the main public roads in the town, which are wider. Pipes will be laid underground.
GSR Water storage • Proposed GSR of 540 KL
(The storage capacity of GSR
for the zone no. 2 is 350 KL.
This GSR will also serve as the
MBR for the Zone no 1 and
Zone no 3. The Zone no.1
storage demand is 61 KL and
Zone no. 3 storage demand is
62 KL. The storage required as
per the mass balancing is 660
KL, hence a MBR for the
Patera water supply having
capacity 540 KL at Khasra No
746 is proposed)
• Existing GSR of 60 KL
Proposed GSR of 540 KL is
located at Hilltop at Khasra No.
746 in Ward No. 13. Land
belongs to Revenue Department,
GoMP
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• Existing GSR of 165 KL
Existing GSR of 60 KL is located
at Hilltop in Ward No. 10
Existing GSR of 165 KL is
located at Hilltop at Khasra No.
746 in Ward No. 13 near Jal
Nigam MBR
Distribution
Network
To distribute
water from
service
reservoirs to
consumers
Length – 21025 m & 110-200
mm dia HDPE & DI K-7 pipe
Dia (mm) /
Material
Length (m)
110 (HDPE) 18853
140(HDPE) 478
160(HDPE) 495
200(HDPE) 973
200 (DI K7) 226
Total 21025
Pipes will be laid underground
along the public roads; this work
will cover entire area of the
towns; in narrow roads, where
there is no place, the pipeline will
be laid in the center of the road ;
where the roads are very wide ,
the pipelines will be laid in the
road shoulder.
Bulk Water
Meters
Monitor water
flow in the
improved
network
06 nos. (100 mm- 200 mm dia) Fixed at strategic locations at
MBR, Existing / Proposed GSRs,
DMA inlets etc., bulk meters will
be fixed with the pipe section
Consumer
connection with
flow meters
Provide water
to consumers
and measure
water usage
1512 Nos. (15mm-20mm dia) Water delivery pipe will be
connected to distribution lines
and meters will be attached to
the delivery pipe at each house
with a meter chamber
21. Construction works. Civil works in the project include linear excavation for laying pipes along the roads, placing pipes in the trench and refilling with the excavated soil. The trenches will be of 0.4 m – 0.7 m wide and 0.8 to 1 m depth. Subsequent to completion of works, road reinstatement will be undertaken by the contractor as part of the civil works. The roads in the core city area of the town are very narrow and congested with pedestrians and vehicles, while the roads in outer areas are wide. Other civil works in the subproject include construction of GSRs at the identified sites. These works will be confined to sites, and construction will include
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general activities like excavation for foundation, construction of foundations, columns, walls and roof in cement concrete and masonry, and fixing of mechanical and electrical fixtures, etc. 22. Project benefits. The subproject aims to achieve safe and sustainable water services both in terms of services to customers, cost recovery and conservation of precious water resources. The subproject will provide continuous, pressurized and safe drinking water services to entire population of the towns (100% coverage). Besides achieving progressively increasing cost recovery by expanding the coverage and increasing operating efficiency, the subproject will improve the overall environmental quality of the town. It will reduce the reduced time and costs of households in accessing alternative sources of water and will lead to better public health particularly reduction in waterborne and infectious diseases. E. Implementation Schedule
23. After the approval of the detailed project report, bid has been prepared and tenders are invited by June 2020. Price Bid opened & it is under evaluation and the contract will be awarded may be November 2020. Construction is likely to start in January 2020, and will take about 24 months.
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Figure 12: Key Plan of Patera Town Water Supply Scheme
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Figure 13: Google Map Showing Location of Proposed / Existing WSS Components & Clear water Alignment of Patera Town & Newly Constructed MBR by Jal Nigam for Byarma Group WSS
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Figure 14: Distribution System Of Patera WSS (Zone-1)
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Figure 15: Distribution System of Patera WSS (Zone-2)
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Figure 16: Distribution System of Patera WSS (Zone-3)
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III. POLICY, LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK
A. ADB Policy
24. ADB requires the consideration of environmental issues in all aspects of ADB’s operations, and the requirements for environmental assessment are described in ADB SPS, 2009. This states that ADB requires environmental assessment of all ADB investments. “MPUDC/PMU will adhere to necessary protocols in response to emerging infectious diseases such as the corona virus disease, 2019 (COVID-19) consistent with the guidelines of relevant government healthcare agencies and the World Health Organization. “ 25. Screening and categorization. The nature of the environmental assessment required for a project depends on the significance of its environmental impacts, which are related to the type and location of the project; the sensitivity, scale, nature, and magnitude of its potential impacts; and the availability of cost-effective mitigation measures. Projects are screened for their expected environmental impacts, and are assigned to one of the following four categories:
(i) Category A. Projects could have significant adverse environmental impacts. An EIA is required to address significant impacts.
(ii) Category B. Projects could have some adverse environmental impacts, but of lesser degree or significance than those in category A. An IEE is required to determine whether significant environmental impacts warranting an EIA are likely. If an EIA is not needed, the IEE is regarded as the final environmental assessment report.
(iii) Category C. Projects are unlikely to have adverse environmental impacts. No EIA or IEE is required, although environmental implications are reviewed.
(iv) Category FI. Projects involve a credit line through a financial intermediary or an equity investment in a financial intermediary. The financial intermediary must apply an environmental management system, unless all projects will result in insignificant impacts.
26. Environmental management plan. An EMP, which addresses the potential impacts and risks identified by the environmental assessment, shall be prepared. The level of detail and complexity of the EMP and the priority of the identified measures and actions will be commensurate with the project’s impact and risks. 27. Public disclosure. ADB will post the safeguard documents on its website as well as disclose relevant information in accessible manner in local communities:
(i) for environmental category A projects, draft EIA report at least 120 days before Board consideration;
(ii) final or updated EIA and/or IEE upon receipt; and (iii) environmental monitoring reports submitted by the implementing agency during
project implementation upon receipt. B. National Environmental Laws
28. Environmental assessment. The GoI EIA Notification of 2006 (replacing the EIA Notification of 1994), sets out the requirement for Environmental Assessment in India. This states that Environmental Clearance (EC) is required for specified activities/projects, and EC must be obtained before any construction work or land preparation (except land acquisition)
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may commence. Projects are categorized as A or B1 or B2 depending on the scale of the project and the nature of its impacts. None of the components of this water supply subproject falls under the ambit of the EIA Notification 2006, and, therefore no category assigned, and thus no EIA study and EC required for the subproject. 29. Applicable environmental regulations. Besides EIA Notification 2006, there are various other acts, rules, policies and regulations currently in force in India that deal with environmental issues that could apply to infrastructure development. The specific regulatory compliance requirements of the subproject are shown in Table 5.
Table 5: Applicable Environmental Regulations Law Description Requirement
The EIA
notification, 2006
(and its
subsequent
amendments in
2009) provides
for categorization
of projects into
category A and
B, based on
extent of impact
This states that Environmental Clearance (EC) is
required for specified activities/projects, and this
must be obtained before any construction work or
land preparation (except land acquisition) may
commence. Projects are categorized as A or B
depending on the scale of the project and the
nature of its impacts. Categories A projects
require Environmental Clearance from the
National Ministry of Environment and Forests
(MoEF). Category B projects require
environmental clearance from the State
Environment Impact Assessment Authority
(SEIAA).
Sand borrow soil and aggregate used for road
construction has been classified as a minor
mineral and the quarry/borrow area require prior
environmental clearance
Not applicable.
The sub-project is not included
in schedule of environmental
impact assessment notification
2006 and its subsequent
amendments till date, so it is not
categories as either Category A
or Category B. As a result,
environmental clearance is not
required, either from the state or
the central Government.
None of the project components
of the water supply system
comes under the provisions of
the act and would require
environmental clearance
However, the quarry or borrow
area from which the sand, soil
and aggregates are procured
need to have a valid
Environmental Clearance by the
District Environmental Appraisal
Committee/ State Environmental
Impact Assessment Authority.
Further as a contractual
obligation the Contractor is
required to submit the
Environmental Clearance
certificate, latest copy of the
latest Compliance Report
submitted to the Madhya
Pradesh State Pollution Control
Board and all other necessary
permits to the PIU before the
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Law Description Requirement
procurement of the material.
Madhya Pradesh
State Water
Policy, 2003
Prepared in accordance with the National Water
Policy, it states that “for environmental balance, skillful and planned management of all types of
developmental activities, economic use on
equitable basis and in view of the prime
importance of water for all human and other living
beings, an effective and sound water policy is
necessary”.
Policy is detailed in 17 sections dealing with
different aspects of water resources. No. 7 deals
with Water Allocation Priorities, and according to
which drinking water supply shall have the highest
priority followed by irrigation, power, tourism, etc.
Water Resource Department is nodal department
for permitting different uses of water resources.
Policy also states that “clear provision for reservation of drinking water shall be made in
irrigation projects”
Not Required. Treated water is directly sourced from existing water supply scheme of MPJNM NOC from WRD has already obtained by MPJNM from WRD department. MPJNM has consented to give required quantity of treated water to Nagar Parishad Patera from their MBR up to Clear water sump. (permission letter is attached as Appendix 16). Patera Nagar Parishad will be charged for clear treated water as per actual consumption.
Water
(Prevention and
Control of
Pollution) Act of
1974, Rules of
1975, and
amendments
Act was enacted to provide for the prevention and
control of water pollution and the maintaining or
restoring of wholesomeness of water, by Central
and State Pollution Control Boards and for
conferring and assigning to CPCB/SPCBs powers
&functions relating to water pollution control.
Control of water pollution is achieved through
administering conditions imposed in consent
issued under to this Act. These conditions
regulate the quantity and quantity of effluent, the
location of discharge and the frequency of
monitoring of effluents. Any component of the
subproject having the potential to generate
sewage or trade effluent will come under its
purview. Such projects have to obtain Consent to
Establish (CTE) & Consent to Operate (CTO)
under Section 25 from Madhya Pradesh Pollution
Control Board (MPPCB)
WTP require CTE (prior to start
of constriction) and CFO (prior to
start of operation) from MPPCB.
Application has to be submitted
online at
http://www.mppcb.nic.in/xgn.html
Not Required as there is no
proposal for construction of
WTP. Treated water will be
supplied by MPJNM to Patera
town WSS.
Environment
(Protection)
Act,1986 and
CPCB
Environmental
Emissions and discharges from the Facilities to
be created or refurbished or augmented shall
comply with the notified standards
The Environment (Protection) Act is an umbrella
Appendix 4: Emission and
Discharge Standards
Applicable to The Project.:
provides applicable discharge
standards for ambient air
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Law Description Requirement
Standards. legislation seeking to supplement the existing
laws on the control of pollution (the Water Act and
the Air Act) by enacting a general legislation for
environment protection and to fill the gaps in
regulation of major environmental
hazards.
The act empowers central government to make
rules to regulate environmental pollution, such as-
The standards of quality of air, water, soil for
various areas etc.
Prohibits carrying out of any industry, operation or
process which discharges or emits environmental
pollution more than the standards
Regulates handling of hazardous substances.
The law and rule also states, the persons
responsible for discharges, bound to prevent or
mitigate environmental pollution and intimate the
any accidents due to any occurrences
quality, Appendix 5: provides
vehicular emission norms
Contractor are required to
ensure all emissions and
discharges during civil works
conform to all applicable
standards
A comparison of the
environmental standards to
the IFC environmental
standards are provided in
Appendix: 7: Comparison
between Indian Environmental
Standards to IFC Standards
Noise Pollution
(Regulation and
Control) Rules,
2000 amended
up to2010.
Rule 3 of the Act specifies ambient air quality
standards in respect of noise for different
areas/zones.
Appendix 6 provides applicable
noise standards.
Contractor are required to
ensure all noise-producing
activities during civil works
conform to applicable standards
All equipment procured under
the Act should also conform to
the standards.
Municipal Solid
Wastes
(Management &
Handling) Rules,
2016
Rules to manage municipal solid waste
generated; provides rules for segregation,
storage, collection, processing and disposal.
Solid waste generated at
proposed facilities shall be
managed and disposed in
accordance with the MSWM
Rules
The municipal solid waste
generated from the labour
camps would have to comply
with the provisions of
segregation of waste and its
treatment & disposal
Construction & Rules to manage construction & to waste resulting Construction & demolition waste
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Law Description Requirement
Demolition
Waste
Management
Rules, 2016
from construction, remodeling, repair and
demolition of any civil structure. Rules define C&D
waste as waste comprising of building materials,
debris resulting from construction, re- modeling,
repair and demolition of any civil structure.
• Every waste generator shall prima-facie be responsible for collection, segregation and storage of construction and demolition (C & D) waste generated, as directed or notified by the concerned local authority in consonance with these rules
• The generator shall ensure that other waste (such as solid waste) does not get mixed with this waste and is stored and disposed separately
• Any activity that generates 20 tonnes per day or 300 tonnes per project in a month must prepare a Waste Management Plan
• Waste generator either must store the waste within the premises or must supply to the city level collection centre and should avoid all kinds of obstruction to traffic/public or in drains
generated from the project
construction shall be managed
and disposed as per the rules -
Refer Appendix 8;
Subprojects would generate
construction waste during the
dismantling of the pavement for
laying of pipeline. These
construction debris should be
used for backfilling as much as
possible and the wastes must be
segregated, stored and disposed
of separately as per the
provision of these rules. A Waste
Management Plan would also be
developed for the project
Hazardous and
Other Wastes
(Management
and
Transboundary
Movement)
Rules, 2016
According to the Rules, hazardous wastes are
wastes having constituents specified in Schedule
II of the Rules if their concentration is equal to or
more than the limit indicated in the said schedule.
The hazardous waste generated
from the construction e.g. waste
oils, lubricants, and bitumen
would have to comply with the
provisions of the rules with
regards to storage and disposal.
The rules also make it
mandatory for maintaining
records and reporting the same
to the MPPCB.
The Contractor Would have to
obtain an authorization as a
generator of hazardous waste
from the Madhya Pradesh
Pollution Control boards. All the
waste oil, lubricants would have
to be disposed as per the
provisions of the act.
Any discarded asbestos pipes or
extracted asbestos cement pipes
would be considered as a
Hazardous waste as per the
rules and have to be disposed
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off as indicated in the rules.
Regulation of
Polychlorinated
Biphenyls Order,
2016
The use of polychlorinated biphenyls or any
equipment containing PCB would be prohibited
entirely from 31st December 2025.
The technical specification would
clearly state that the transformer
oil should be free of PCBs or
else the Contractor / PMU
should provide a road map for
ensuring the phasing out of all
PCB’s by 2025.
Forest Act, 1927
and Forest
(Conservation)
Act, 1980,
amended 1988
Acts empower the government to declare forest
area (reserve, protected and village forest area)
and regulation of activities within the forests. Use
of forest land for any non- forest purpose and
forest land conservation will follow the guidelines
for “Diversion of forest lands for non-forest
purpose” under Forest (Conservation) Act 1980
None of the project components
comes under forest area.
Notification of
Eco Sensitive
Zones and
Indian Wildlife
(protection) Act,
1972 amended
1993 and Rules
1995 Wildlife
(Protection)
Amendment Act,
2002
Central government notifies eco sensitive zones
Thereby to conserve and protect the natural
resources and living beings a notification under
the Environmental Protection A.
Provides for the comprehensive protection of
Wild animals, birds and plants .This would cover
matters concerning Appointment of forest
authorities, hunting of wild animals, protection of
specified plants, conservation of national parks
and sanctuaries, trade commerce in relation to
plants and animals and prevention of any
offences.
Applicable to projects located
within core or buffer zone of
Protected Areas (Wildlife
Sanctuaries, National parks,
biosphere reserves etc.)
There are no protected areas,
like wildlife sanctuaries, national
parks in the vicinity or in the
project areas.
None of the project located
within core or buffer zone of
Protected Areas (Wildlife
Sanctuaries, National parks,
biosphere reserves etc.)
The M.P. Transit
(Forest Produce)
Rules, 2000
As per the provisions of these rule for felling of
tree in non-forest rural areas transit pass is to be
issued by Forest Officer on recommendations of
Panchayat Level Committee. In respect of Babool,
Siris, Neem, Ber, Palas, Jamun, Reunjha,
Bamboo (except in the districts of Khandwa,
Betul, Hoshangabad, Harda, Chhindwara, Seoni,
Balaghat, Jabalpur, Katni, Mandla, Dindori,
Shahdol). Transit pass for the species other than
those mentioned above
Thus in this project for the
pipeline alignment or any other
infrastructure passing through
rural areas and requiring tree
felling would require permission
under this Act.
No felling would be allowed in
the project within the permission
under this act.
The M.P.
Vrikshon Ka
As per the provisions of this act for felling of trees
in urban areas an application has to be made to
All trees within the jurisdiction of
the area of the ULB would
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Law Description Requirement
Parirakshan
(Nagariya
Kshetra)
Adhiniyam, 2001
the concerned Tree Officer in the ULB for
permission providing details.
The Tree Officer shall provide for permission for
the felling of trees after adequate scrutiny
require permission from the ULB
under the rule.
No felling would be allowed in
the project within the permission
under this act.
The National
Green Tribunal
(NGT) Act, 2010
NGT provides an effective and expeditious
disposal of cases relating to environmental
protection and conservation of forests and other
natural resources including enforcement of any
legal right relating to environment and giving relief
and compensation for damages to persons and
property and for matters connected therewith.
NGT has jurisdiction over matters related to Water
Act, 1974; Water Cess Act, 1977; Forest
(Conservation) Act, 1980; Air Act, 1981;
Environment (Protection) Act, 1986; Public
Liability Insurance Act, 1991; and Biodiversity Act,
2002. Consequently, no other court will have
jurisdiction over the matters related to
environment falling under the above referred Acts.
Being a dedicated tribunal for environmental
matters with the necessary expertise to handle
environmental disputes.
Stakeholders / affected persons
may approach NGT to resolve
project induced environmental
issues
Ancient
Monuments and
Archaeological
Sites and
Remains Act,
1958 and
Ancient
Monuments and
Archaeological
Sites and
Remains
(Amendment and
Validation) Act,
2010
The Act designates areas within 100 meters (m)
of the “protected monument/area” as “prohibited area” and beyond that up to 200 m as “regulated area” respectively. No “construction” is permitted in the “prohibited area” and any construction activity in the “regulated area” requires prior permission of the National Monuments Authority
(NMA).
There are no protected or
notable historical, cultural or
tourism places nor there are any
historically, archeologically
protected areas within the the
town or in the project area.
None of the project components
comes under ASI.
Any construction carried out
without the permission under the
Ancient Monuments and
Archaeological Sites and
Remains Act, 1958 will be
considered as an “unauthorized ‘ Construction and would be liable
be removed.
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Law Description Requirement
Madhya Pradesh
Bhumi Vikas
Adhiniyam 1984,
The law has provisions which can regulate and
assist in protection of heritage sites.
The Collector has been provided the authority to
remove any unauthorized construction in the
“core” and buffer zone
Any construction carried out
without the permission under the
Ancient Monuments and
Archaeological Sites and
Remains Act, 1958 will be
considered as an “unauthorized ‘ Construction and would be liable
be removed.
Labor Laws The contractor shall not make employment
decisions based upon personal characteristics
unrelated to job requirements. The contractor
shall base the employment relationship upon
equal opportunity and fair treatment, and shall not
discriminate with respect to aspects of the
employment relationship, including recruitment
and hiring, compensation (including wages and
benefits), working conditions and terms of
employment or retirement, and discipline. The
contractor shall provide equal wages and benefits
to men and women for work of equal value or
type.
Appendix 9 - provides
applicable labor laws including
amendments issued from time to
time applicable to
establishments engaged in
construction of civil works.
Indian Drinking
Water Standards
Gives details of the permissible and desirable
limits of various parameters in drinking water as
per the Burea of Indian Standards
Appendix 10- provides drinking
water standards
30. ADB SPS Requirements. During the design, construction, and operation of the project the PMU and PIUs are required to apply pollution prevention and control technologies and practices consistent with international good practice, as reflected in internationally recognized standards such as the World Bank Group’s Environment, Health and Safety Guidelines (IFC’s General EHS Guidelines1 and Sector Specific (Water and Sanitation) Guidelines2). These standards contain performance levels and measures that are normally acceptable and applicable to projects. When Government of India regulations differ from these levels and measures, the PMU and PIUs will achieve whichever is more stringent. If less stringent levels or measures are appropriate in view of specific project circumstances, the PMU and PIUs will provide full and detailed justification for any proposed alternatives that are consistent with the requirements presented in ADB SPS. International acceptable air and noise quality guidelines are provided in table 6, below:
1https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/554e8d80488658e4b76af76a6515bb18/Final%2B-
%2BGeneral%2BEHS%2BGuidelines.pdf?MOD=AJPERES 2 https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/e22c050048855ae0875cd76a6515bb18/Final%2B-
%2BWater%2Band%2BSanitation.pdf?MOD=AJPERES
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Table 6: WHO Ambient Air & Noise Quality Guidelines
IV. DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT (BASELINE DATA)
A. Methodology Used for Baseline Study
31. Data collection and stakeholder consultations: Data for this study has been primarily collected through comprehensive literature survey, discussion with stakeholder agencies, and field visits to the proposed subproject sites. 32. The literature survey broadly covered the following:
i. Project details, reports, maps, and other documents prepared by DPR consultant ii. Discussions with Technical experts, municipal authorities, relevant government
agencies like Jal Nigam, WRD, ULB etc. iii. Secondary data from previous project reports and published articles, and iv. Literature on land use, soil, geology, hydrology, climate, socioeconomic profiles,
and other planning documents collected from Government agencies and websites.
33. Ocular inspection: Several visits to the project sites were made during IEE preparation period in 2016 to assess the existing environment (physical, biological, and socioeconomic) and gather information with regard to the proposed sites and scale of the proposed project. A separate socioeconomic study was conducted to determine the demographic information, existing service levels, stakeholder needs and priorities.
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B. Physical Environment
1. Location, Area & Connectivity
34. Patera is located in Damoh District in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is 35 km from the district head quarter Damoh and geographically located at Latitude - 23°59‟34‟‟N and Longitude- 79°40‟ 57” E. Patera is a Tehsil headquarter and blocks headquarter. 35. Patera town is newly established Nagar Parishad and this comes into existence on 04-03-2015 by Chief Minister Announcement. Patera Nagar Parishad (PNP) area comprises of 15 wards having an area of 3.05 sq. km. The study area covers only within the Patera Nagar Parishad limits. 36. Patera is located at Latitude- 230 59’ 34‟ N, Longitude- 790 40’ 57” E. Topography of the town is flat and undulated type. The soil in the town is medium black, shallow black and skeletal soil. There is hill in the middle of the town and it is located in the foot hills and plains of it around it. 37. Patera is well connected via road network to district head quarter Damoh, Kundalpur & Hatta town. Hatta town is around 20 km from the Patera town. Patera is well connected by road to another key town like Jabalpur and Tikamgarh. Patera is connected by private bus services with Damoh and Hatta. Pipariyasahni (4 KM), Kundalpur (4 KM), Hindoria (16 KM), Hatta (20 KM) are the nearby Villages to Patera. The town is not connected with rail network. The nearby railway station is Damoh which is 35 km away from the town. Patera is surrounded by Hatta Tehsil towards North, Damoh Tehsil towards west, Batiyagarh Tehsil towards west, Jabera Tehsil towards South.
2. Topography, Soils and Geology
38. Topography of the town is flat and undulated type. In some areas topography of the town is flat and undulating in some areas. There is hill in the middle of the town and it is located in the foot hills and plains of it around it. Although dotted with hillocks and low mounds of granite the valley is flat, uniformly and gently sloping towards the north-east, and formed mostly of the river alluvium. The area is mainly drained by Sonar River and the Beyarma River, which flow in the general slope of the country and flow a tributary of the Narmada, the entire district is drained by Sonar, Bearma and through the tributaries and feeders of the Ken River into Yamuna. 39. The soils in the town are Medium black (Chromesterts), Shallow Black (ustochrepts) and Skeletal Soil (Lithic Enti soils). Other types of soil are also met with near the mounds and on the upper reaches. Deeper alluvial deposits occur along the major rivers and streams of the District. The alluvial soil is loamy and fertile. Admixture of sand, in varying proportions and of various sizes of grains produces a number of soil types. Due to location factor also, some sub-types are added. The soil in the low-lying flats with poor drainage is usually saline. It is generally brown in colour. The alkaline soil is grey, sticky on wetting and hard on drying acquiring a cloddy structure. Growth of crops or flora is difficult at places where undulating Kankar layer often comes up on the surface in any soil region. Due to alternate leaching and capillary rise of moisture the subordinate layer of calcium carbonate is also undesirable. The alluvial tract is marked by the gullies along the major rivers and their tributary streams caused by the water-action on the loose soil. The banks of the deep streams and their upper reaches in the alluvial tracts are experiencing the rill-erosion which is the early stage of gully-formation. To some extent it is a natural process but is accelerated because of the removal of the natural flora,
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uncontrolled grazing, careless ploughing and unplanned management of field drainage, Gullies have developed in the alluvium all along the Byarma, the Mahuar and the Parron
3. Seismology
40. As per the seismic zoning map of India, project area falls under Zone II, which is the lowest earthquake risk zone in India. This zone is termed as “low damage risk zone”.
4. Climatic Conditions
41. The Climate of Patera town of Damoh district is characterized by a hot summer and general dryness except during the southwest monsoon season. The year may be divided into four seasons. The cold season, December to February is followed by the hot season from March to about the middle of June. The period from the middle of June to September is the southwest monsoon. October and November form the post monsoon or transition period.
42. The normal annual means maximum and minimum temperatures of Patera town is 32.6 and 18.9C respectively. The normal maximum temperature received during the month of May
is 42.0 C and normal minimum during the month of December/January is 9.7C. The maximum temperature goes up to 46°C in summers and minimum temperature can drop up to 4.7°C in winters. 43. During the southwest monsoon season the relative humidity generally exceeds 88% (August month). In the rest of the year it is drier. The driest part of the year is the summer season, when relative humidity is less than 31%. May is the driest month of the year. 44. The wind velocity is higher during the pre-monsoon period as compared to post monsoon period. The maximum wind velocity 8.2 km/hr observed during the month of June and minimum 2.6 km/hr during the month of December. The average normal annual wind velocity of Patera town is 4.9 km/hr. 45. The average annual rainfall of Patera town is 1173.0 mm. Patera receives maximum rainfall during southwest monsoon period i.e. July to September. About 90.4% of the annual rainfall received during monsoon season, which occurs in the month of July-Sep. Only 9.6% of the annual rainfall takes place between October to May period. Thus, surplus water for ground water recharge is available only during the southwest monsoon period.
5. Surface Water
46. The town Patera having 3 to 4 ponds, which is located within the PNP boundary and used directly by the resident for irrigation and other purposes. No water quality information is available for ponds. Nearest surface water source is Byarma River which is tributary of Narmada River. It is the most prominent river in the vicinity of project area. The river is Perennial in nature 47. Water Quality and Surface Water Characteristics: The raw water analysis of Byarma River was carried out initially in the Month of June, 2013, and then recently in the Month of March, 2018. The analysis reports received from State Research Laboratory (SRL), Public Health Engineering Department (P.H.E.D.), Chattarpur (Refer Table 11 to Table 12 & Appendix 18) shows that the physical and chemical parameters, are found to be within the permissible
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limits. The test results reveal that the all the water quality parameters are found to be within the drinking water quality standards permissible limits prescribed by the BIS: 10500:2012
6. Groundwater
48. As per CGWB report 2013, for Damoh district is characterized by variety of geological formations representing vast period of geological time. The Predominant Geological Formations are Limestone, Sandstones & Shales etc. Major Water Bearing Formation are Alluvium, Shale, Limestone and Sandstone etc. 49. The pre-monsoon (May 2012) depth to water levels (DTW) in the district ranges between 2.62 mbgl to 25.00 mbgl. The post-monsoon (Nov. 2012) depth to water levels (DTW) ranges between 0.20 to 10.00 mbgl. Analyses of long term groundwater level trend in last 10 years (May 2003 to May 2013)) of pre-monsoon period indicate that there is rising trend in the range of 0.01 to 0.14 m/yr and declining trend in the range of 0.02 to 0.2 m/yr. 50. Dynamic ground water resources of the Damoh district have been estimated for base year - 2008/09 on block-wise basis. Out of 7,30,600 ha of geographical area, 5,3,7419 ha (74%) is ground water recharge worthy area and 193181ha (26 %) is hilly area. There are seven number of assessment units (block) in the district which fall under non-command (99 %) and command (1% Damoh, Jabera and Tedukheda) sub units. Batiyagarh, Damoh, Jabera, Patera and Tendukheda blocks of the district are categorized as safe blocks, Hatta and Pathariya as semi critical (all safe in 2003/04). The highest stage of ground water development is computed as 82.0 % in Patheriya block. Patera block fall in safe zone. The net ground water availability in the Patera block is 3804 ham and ground water draft for all uses is 2315 ham, making stage of ground water development 61 % as a whole for Patera block. After making allocation for future domestic and industrial supply for next 25 years is 428 ham, balance available ground water for future irrigation would be 1311ham. 51. Ground Water Quality: Groundwater quality in Damoh district is generally low to
medium saline as electrical conductivity values varies between 325 to 1523 cm-1 . High EC
were found in the dug wells of Pathria (1523 cm-1 ) village. Nitrate more than 100 mg per liter was found in only Palar (114 mg per liter) village. High Nitrate in the village area may be due to excessive use of fertilizers and agricultural waste. 52. Except Hardva and Pathariya all ground waters are very hard. Very hard matters containing Mg+2 and So4 –2 laxative properties while very hard waters with high Calcium Concentration might lead to an increased incidence of Urolithiosis. 53. Based on Chloride contents all waters are entirely safe for irrigation except Patera and Tendukheda, which are of intermediate order under ordinary conditions of climate and soil even for the sensitive Crops and Plants.
7. Air Quality
54. There is no data on ambient air quality in Patera Town, which are not subject to monitoring by the Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board (MPPCB) as there are no major industries. Particulate matter is likely to be high, particularly during summer months. Traffic is the only significant pollutant, so levels of oxides of sulphur and nitrogen are likely to be well within the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
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55. No field monitoring (environmental) survey was conducted however, the environmental monitoring program developed as part of the environmental management plan (EMP) will require the contractors to establish the baseline environmental conditions prior to commencement of civil works. The results will be reported as part of the environmental monitoring report and will be the basis to ensure no degradation will happen during subproject implementation. C. Ecological Resources
56. Project area mostly comprises urban areas, agricultural areas of Patera, which are converted to human use many years back. There is hill in the middle of the town and it is located in the foot hills and plains of it around it. Extent of forest areas in the project area is very limited, and none of the project components are located in the forest areas. The most widely found species are acacias like Babul (Acacia nilotica), Khair (Acacia catechu), Palas (Butea monosperma), ber (Zizyphus varieties), tendu (Diospyros melanoxylon), mahua (Mahuca Indica), semal (Salmalia malabarica) and kardhai (Anogeissus pendula). The Prominent species among the fauna include Crow, Sparrow, Parrots and Squirrel, Cats, Dogs, Buffalow, Cow, Goat and Pigs. D. Economic Development
1. Land use
57. The landuse pattern of Patera municipal area are as given below:
Residential Area - 53.24% Transportation - 1.02% Institutional Area - 2.73% Green Spaces - 12.63% Agriculture - 21.16% Other Uses - 5.48%
2. Industries & Agriculture:
58. There are no major or small industries in Patera. The economy is mostly dependent on agriculture and agricultural based activities. Patera is an agrarian town where 57% of the population are still engaged in one or the other agriculture related activities. Mainly crops are cultivated in two seasons namely Rabi and Kharif Crop is based on the climate and rain conditions prevailing in the area. Principal crops ar Wheat, Rice, Jowar, Maize etc. Gram, Tuwar, Urad and Sugarcane etc. 59. Occupational structure of the population is the primary indicator of nature of economy and economic base of the town. Occupational structure of the PNP area has been shown in Table 7. Out of total population, 4,024 were engaged in work or business activity. Of this 2,746 were males while 1,278 were females. In census survey, worker is defined as person who does business, job, service, and cultivator and labour activity. Of total 4,024 working population, 87.83 % were engaged in Main Work while 12.17 % of total workers were engaged in Marginal Work.
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Table 7: Work Force Participation Total
Workers
%
Workers
Male
Workers
%
Male
worker
Female
Workers
%
female
worker
Marginal
Workers
4024 39.32 2746 68.24 1278 31.75 1206
3. Infrastructure
60. Sewerage. There is no sewerage collection and treatment system in the town. Households mainly depend on individual sanitation systems like pit latrines, septic tanks etc. Open defecation is also prevalent in the project area. Septage from septic tanks is collected by mobile tankers with suction arrangement. Sewerage and sanitation systems needs to be improved in the town to meet the increased wastewater generation due to improvement in water supply.
61. Solid Waste Management. There is no proper solid waste management system in the town. Patera municipal council is responsible for SWM services their areas. Waste generated in the towns are collected and disposed by crude open dumping method in the outskirts of the town 62. Storm Water Drainage. Open drainage system is provided in towns for collection and conveyance of rain water from the town. Due to lack of sewerage system, the drains are presently carrying wastewater including sewage. Since rains are confined only to a short duration in monsoon, the drains mostly carry wastewater. Indiscriminate disposal of solid waste into drains is common, due to which drains are often chocked, creating unhygienic conditions.
63. Power Supply. Thermal power is the main source of energy in Madhya Pradesh, contributing nearly 90% of the electricity, compared to hydropower, which produces the remainder. 64. Transport. The old town area of Patera is characterized by very narrow roads that are frequently congested with traffic and pedestrians. In contrast the remainder of the town has a relatively good road system, particularly in the outer areas, where streets are wide and not heavily used by traffic. Existing road of the town is Pucca and Kuccha type. Roads are surface either with bitumen or concrete, and roads in the outer areas are mostly unpaved. Most of the roads are maintained by Patera municipal council except the main roads connecting other towns and villages, which are maintained by the Public Works Department (PWD). Road the condition is generally poor, with many roads in need of repairs and resurfacing. Patera Nagar Parishad is currently improving some of the important roads in the town.
E. Socio Cultural Resources
1. Demography
65. As per 2011 census, Patera had a population of 10,232. Of this males constitute 52.29% and females 47.71%. Overall literacy is 72.62% (which is slightly higher than the state average of 69.3%. The male and female literacy rates are 79.51% and 65.11% respectively. Sex ratio in Patera town is 912 females per 1000 males in 2011 which lower against state average of 931.
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About 1% of the population are scheduled tribes (ST), but these are part of the mainstream population, and about 23% belong to scheduled castes (SC). Main language spoken the project area is Hindi. Moreover, the demographic details of Patera town are given in Table-8.
Table 8: Demographic details of Patera town (as per census 2011) Number of
Households
Total
wards
Population Male
population
Female
population
Average
HH Size
Literacy
Rate
2255 15 10232 5350 4882 4.53 72.62%
Source: Census 2011
Table 9: Schedule Caste and Schedule Tribes Population SC Population %SC ST Population % ST
10232 2354 23 1024 1.00
2. History, Culture and Tourism
66. Religious Importance and Tourism: There are no notable historical, archeological or tourism places in Patera. There are few religious places within the town frequented by locals. Kundalpur Jain Temple is about 5 km from Patera is identified as an important religious destination of the region.
67. Tourism Potential: There is no tourist attraction except for Kundalpur Jain temple which
is also the religious destination of the district.
F. Subproject Site Environmental Features
68. The environmental features at the selected subproject sites and site photographs for Patera town water supply scheme are presented in the following Table 10, below. Site environmental features of Patera town w.r.t. water supply components are shown in the Google Earth Map in the Figure 13, Figure 17 and Figure 21 to Figure 22 respectively.
Table 10: Site Environmental Features of Proposed Subproject Components S.
No. Component Detail of Location and Environmental
features Site Photographs showing different
features of and near site
1. Proposed Clear Water Feeder Main
Feeder main will be mostly laid along the existing Kutcha roads. Road belongs to Revenue Department, GoMP (Refer Appendix 23), which is under possession of ULB. All Area of proposed CWFM in under Revenue Department, GoMP. It is on top of the hill (Refer Site photographs as shown. Also refer Figure 17 to Figure 18 & Figure 11 etc.). Pipes will be laid underground. The pipes will not traverse any private land across the entire length of the proposed clear water alignment There is no forest land involved in this as there is no forest areas across the entire length of proposed alignment.
Site Photograph Showing Jal Nigam
MBR & Road for Proposed CWFM
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S. No.
Component Detail of Location and Environmental features
Site Photographs showing different features of and near site
Entire hills comes under Revenue Department, GoMP (Refer Appendix 23). No trees cutting will be required during laying of CWFM. There are some small bushes and trees like neem, babool are found on hill area but they are not in alignment of CWFM. The alignment of the pipeline may be on the left or right or centre of the existing hilltop roads depending upon the final designs to be prepared by DBOC.
Site Photograph Showing Proposed CWFM Alignment & Proposed GSR
540 KL Site
2. GSR (540 KL)
• The proposed site for construction of GSR 540 KL capacity is located in the Hilltop at Khasra no 746 under Revenue Department, GoMP (Refer Appendix 23) near to Sita Mata Mandir (Temple).
• The proposed site is hilltop and at a height of 352m.
• The land is free from any type of disputes and encroachment. The proposed land and entire hill belongs to the Revenue department, government of Madhya Pradesh (Refer Appendix 23) under possession of ULB. Hence, does not require any acquisition of private land.
• As mentioned above there are no Forest areas / land. It is under Revenue Department, GoMP under Possession of ULB Patera.
• No tree cutting will be required during construction GLSR as the trees are on the periphery of the site as shown in site photograph. There are small shrubs and bushes all around the hilltop area. They become more green during the rainy season and dry up during summer. Their local name is milky (dudhi). There are some small trees like babool, neem, ber, and chola, etc.
• There are no residential houses on hill top area. In google map shows two structures one is Setla Mata Temple and another one is Baba Sahib Majar (Temple).
• There is a temple on western side of
Proposed GSR 540 KL Site
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S. No.
Component Detail of Location and Environmental features
Site Photographs showing different features of and near site
proposed GSR site. • There will be no difficulty to reach
material at this proposed GLSR site. As the proposed GLSR is on top of the hill, so material should be stoked in bulk in down side of the hill area and after that material will be transported to the site by Tractors, JCB, donkey, horses and by labours also. For Accessibility Details Refer Google Earth Map annexed as Figure 17 and Site photographs also annexed as Figure 11 & Figure 18.
Way to hill (J.C.B and Tractors are moving
easily with loading material upto hill)
Site Photograph of Hilltop Road
3. Existing GSR 60 KL capacity
• The existing GSR having capacity 60 KL is located in Qamrullah Mohalla under Zakir Hussain Ward No. 10 in Patera town. At present structure is old and in good condition but some seepage and cracks are in outside face.
• Condition of existing GSR is structurally good except some minor seepage etc. Provision of some minor work like cement mortar plaster, pointing work and epoxy grouting etc. has been taken into account under proposed water supply scheme.
• This existing GSR have been proposed for utilization in proposed water supply project only after some repair and rehabilitation works as mentioned above.
• Material Accessibility upto Existing
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S. No.
Component Detail of Location and Environmental features
Site Photographs showing different features of and near site
GSR 60 KL Site: On this location material will not moved / transported easily by heavy vehicles because there are narrow streets around the area. Material should be stocked before entering into narrow lane about 100m away from existing GSR site. (Refer Google Earth Map annexed as Figure 17 & Site Photographs as shown in Figure 19, below), because heavy vehicles not enter inside the streets. so the material needs to be moved/transported only light motor vehicle like Tempo and by workers, donkeys and by horses etc.
Site photographs of Existing GSR 60 KL
CWFM Alignment upto GSR
4. Existing GSR 165 KL
• The existing GSR having capacity 165 KL is located near Jain mandir under Ward No. 13 in Patera town. At present structure is old and in good condition but some minor seepage. This GSR constructed by using stone masonry.
• As mentioned above condition of existing GSR 165 KL is structurally good except some minor seepage etc. Provision of some minor work like cement mortar plaster, pointing work and epoxy grouting etc. has been taken into account in existing stone masonry GSR under proposed water supply scheme.
• Hence it has been proposed for utilization in proposed water supply project only after some renovation to avoid seepages etc. by plastering pointing as well as epoxy grouting.
• Material Accessibility upto Existing GSR 165 KL Site: There are no difficulty to reach material on this site. It is very close to main road. It is on Nagar parishad concrete road. Material should be stocked before
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S. No.
Component Detail of Location and Environmental features
Site Photographs showing different features of and near site
entering into narrow lane about 10m away from existing GSR site and the material will be moved / transported by Tempo or handily by workers/laborers at the site (Refer Google earth Map annexed as Figure 17 & Site Photographs as shown in Figure 20, below
5. Distribution
Network • A total of 21.04 km pipeline ranging
from 110 mm to 200 mm dia is proposed to be laid within the RoW of existing roads in the town.
• Pipes will be laid along the roads/streets in the towns within the road right of way (ROW). In wider roads pipes/sewers will be laid in the road shoulder, and in narrow roads, where there is no space, pipes/sewers will be laid in the road carriage. Roads in the old part of the town are quite narrow (~3m), and in the rest of the town roads are wider. Roads are lines both sides with open drains. There are no trees along the roads, except in some new colonies in the outer areas. In old town areas pipes will be laid in the middle of the road, which may affect the traffic.
• There are no forest areas within the prescribed limit of the town. So there is no interference with forests. Also there are no water bodies along the pipeline corridor. Hence there is no environment impacts envisaged.
• The alignment of the pipeline may be on the left or right or centre of the existing roads depending upon the final designs to be prepared by DBOC.
• In Patera town the existing pipeline network has Asbestos Cement (AC) pipes, none of the AC pipes would be disturbed during construction and would remain in-situ.
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S. No.
Component Detail of Location and Environmental features
Site Photographs showing different features of and near site
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Figure 17: Google Earth Map Showing Accessibility to Proposed / Existing GSRs
Sites
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Figure 18: Material Accessibility up to Proposed GSR 540 KL Site
1. Panna – Kundalpur MPRDC road (Concrete road)
2. Nagar Parishad Road 6.00 m width (WBM) to ward no. 15.
3. Ward no 15 (Heavy vehicles easily moving
here.)
4. Way to hill (J.C.B and tractors are moving and
loading material upto hill top )
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5. Hill Top Road upto Proposed GSR 6. Way to Proposed GSR from MP Jal Nigam MBR
GSR. It is hard rock hill and Vehicle moving here
easily
7 .Way to Proposed GSR and EXT CWRM from MPJN MBR to EXT GSR
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Figure 19: Material Accessibility upto Existing GSR 60 KL Site
1.Nagar Parishad CC road market area to ward no
10.Four wheel Equipments Easily moving here .
2.Road continue for ward no 10.
3. Material should be stock here because heavy
vehicles not enter inside the streets.
4 Narrow space streets for go to hill.
5.Here is some ground space for storing Material. 6. Only men take material upon the hill. here is
Straight hill surface.
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Figure 20: Material Accessibility upto Existing GSR 165 KL Site
1.Bus Stand Patera to Nagar Parishad Road. 2.Bus Stand Patera to Nagar Parishad Road.
3. Nagar Parishad Road to EXT GSR 165 KL (small
street)
4. Street to GSR
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Figure 21: Google Map S`howing Location of Proposed / Existing WSS Components & Clear Water Alignment of Patera
Town
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Figure 22: Google Map Showing Location of Proposed GSR & Clear Water Alignment of Patera Town WSS
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V. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES
A. Overview
69. Potential environmental impacts of the proposed infrastructure components are presented in this section. Measures to minimize/mitigate negative impacts, if any, are recommended along with the agency responsible for implementation. Monitoring actions to be conducted during the implementation phase is also recommended. 70. Screening of potential environmental impacts are categorized into four categories considering subproject phases: location impacts and design impacts (pre-construction phase), construction phase impacts and operations and maintenance phase impacts.
a. Location impacts include impacts associated with site selection and include loss of on-site biophysical array and encroachment either directly or indirectly on adjacent environments. It also includes impacts on people who will lose their livelihood or any other structures by the development of that site.
b. Design impacts include impacts arising from Investment Program design, including technology used, scale of operation/throughput, waste production, discharge specifications, pollution sources and ancillary services.
c. Construction impacts include impacts caused by site clearing, earthworks, machinery, vehicles and workers. Construction site impacts include erosion, dust, noise, traffic congestion and waste production.
d. O&M impacts include impacts arising from the operation and maintenance activities of the infrastructure facility. These include routine management of operational waste streams, and occupational health and safety issues.
71. Screening of environmental impacts has been based on the impact magnitude (negligible/moderate/severe – in the order of increasing degree) and impact duration (temporary/permanent). 72. This section of the IEE reviews possible project-related impacts, in order to identify issues requiring further attention and screen out issues of no relevance. ADB SPS (2009) require that impacts and risks will be analyzed during pre-construction, construction, and operational stages in the context of the project’s area of influence. 73. The ADB Rapid Environmental Assessment Checklist in http://www.adb.org/documents/guidelines/environmental_assessment/eaguidelines002.aspis used to
screen project for environmental impacts and to determine the scope of the IEE. 74. In the case of this project (i) most of the individual elements are relatively small and involve straightforward construction and operation, so impacts will be mainly localized and not greatly significant;(ii) proposed water abstraction from the sources is very small compared to overall water availability, and the proposed stop dams are so shallow that the submergence is confined to river course itself; (iii) most of the predicted impacts are associated with the construction process, and are produced because that process is invasive, involving excavation and earth movements; and some works are located in the reservoir and (iv) being mostly located in an urban area, will not cause direct impact on biodiversity values. The project will be in properties held by the local government and access to the project location is through public rights-of-way and existing roads hence, land acquisition and encroachment on private property will not occur.
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B. Pre-Construction Impacts – Design & Location
75. Design of the Proposed Components. Technical design of the (i) clear water feeder main from Jal Nigam MBR to Proposed/ Existing GSRs of Patera town, (iv) storage reservoirs, and (v) distribution network, connections, flow meters, etc., follows the relevant national planning and design guidelines, focusing on providing a robust system which is easy to operate, sustainable, efficient and economically viable. Besides, the project also included the following environmental considerations:
(i) Discontinuation of current unsustainable groundwater source and creating a new water supply system based on nearest surface water source of Byarma River executed by Jal Nigam, GoMP.
(ii) Avoiding creation of new source, raw water transmission and treatment facility by utilizing the ongoing rural water supply project bulk infrastructure (MPJNM project) to obtain treated water directly for supply in Patera town;
(iii) Minimizing water losses from pipelines by perfect jointing and alignments using appropriate techniques (HDPE pipes up to 150 mm dia joined by electro fusion couplers using on-site electro fusion welding, and all higher dia pipes by on site butt welding)
(iv) Designing the entire system to maintain optimal flow and terminal pressure, and optimising the overall energy usage
(v) Reducing the incidence of water borne diseases by providing 100% population including urban poor with potable water supplies
(vi) Improve water use efficiency and reduce water wastage at household level by recording and monitoring the water usage, and charging the consumers as per usage; due consideration to urban poor
(vii) Minimize unaccounted for water (UFW) losses using district metered area approach with flow meter and pressure logging arrangements to identify and rectify the leaks, and unauthorized connections
(viii) Using low-noise and energy efficient pumping systems
76. Source Identification: At present water supply to the Patera town is based on ground sources. Considering the falling groundwater levels in the town, and also looking into future growing water demand, and sustainability of the proposed system, it is proposed to look for an alternative surface source. For Patera town, only one perennial source is identified i.e. Byarma river which flows at a distance of 8 km from the town. 77. Byarma is a perennial river and flows throughout the year although with wide seasonal variations in flow characteristics. During the monsoon period, from end of June to August-September, the flow in the river is very high. Even in post the monsoon season of October, flow in the river is considerably high, after which it gradually reduces, and in the summer season of March to May, up to the onset of monsoon, the river flows are low, even though it is higher than the required flow. 78. Water Availability by MP Jal Nigam: In order to avoid creation of new source, raw water transmission and treatment facility by utilizing the under operation rural water supply project bulk infrastructure (MPJNM project) to obtain treated water directly for supply in Patera town. The proposed Patera WSS is designed with treated water from an ongoing Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme surrounding to Patera town based on source as Byarma River named as “Byarma Group Water Supply Scheme” implemented and executed by Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam Maryadit (MPJNM) of Government of Madhya Pradesh in November 2014
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and completed in May 2018 and the scheme is under operation since January 2019. This scheme is designed based on Byarma River, as water source, and includes all infrastructure from abstracting raw water from River, treatment, conveyance, and supply 10.5 MLD of water to total 22 villages, to benefit 62, 640 people (design population of 2049) in districts of Damoh under Bareta Block (For Details of Scheme Refer Table 2, Appendix 17 & Appendix 22). 79. As stated above, the proposal under MPUSIP for Patera town includes only clear water storage, conveyance and distribution network including house connections. The projected water demand of Patera town is 1.34 MLD for Ultimate year (2049). MPJNM has already consented to give required quantity of treated water to Nagar Parishad Patera from their Mass Balance Reservoir (MBR) and also MP Jal Nigam Maryadit hereby confirmed that 2.553 MLD treated water will be reserved and available for the Patera town water supply scheme from the water treatment plant of MP Jal Nigam (Refer Appendix 16). MPJNM has already made provision of outlet in their MBR for Patera Water Supply (Refer Figure 10 to Figure 11 and Figure 24, below). As mentioned above, for the Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme have been implemented by MPJNM is completed and under operation since January 2019 and running successfully. Presently Nagar Parishad Patera is taking water from this scheme regularly. Given that allocation is made within the available water quantity, no negative impacts or issues related to water use conflicts envisaged. Water quality is ensured as the water treatment facilities including disinfection / chlorination facilities is part of MPJNM project. Patera Nagar Parishad will be required to construct their own sump, GSR and distribution network. Patera Nagar Parishad will be charged for clear treated water as per actual consumption. 80. The MPJNM multi village scheme project is not proposed/implemented in anticipation of the ADB project nor any components of scheme are funded by ADB project. However, the sustainability of ADB project depends on this project. Adequacy of water supply to meet the project demand, quality of supplied water meeting the drinking water standards, and regulatory compliance is necessary for the ADB project to be sustainable and provide intended benefits. In terms of water adequacy, scheme is developed based on proper assessment of water availability in River Byarma, which is a perennial river, and water allocation to Patera is already made in the scheme, so there unlikely to be issues related to source sustainability. The water quality of Byarma River is suitable for drinking after conventional treatment and disinfection. Water treatment plant is already under operation and delivering water in required quality. In terms of regulatory compliance, MPUDC is coordinating with MPJNM to obtain necessary information. Since the scheme is already in operation, it is most likely that clearances / permissions in place. Information will be provided in the updated IEE during detailed design phase. 81. Updated Implementation Status of MPJNM Project. Byarma River based Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme has been implemented and executed by MPJNM – PIU Damoh. Bids were invited in 2014, and contract has been awarded to successful bidder “M/s Tejas Construction & Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd. Pune” in August 2014. Construction works started in November 2014 and date of completion was November 2016, and duration of construction was about 24 months. Due to delay in works date of completion extended upto February 2018 and scheme is completed in May 2018 and under operation since January 2019 and treated water is being supplied to Patera Nagar Parishad and other different villages also.
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Figure 23: Jal Nigam – MBR at Hilltop
Figure 24: Jal Nigam – MBR at Hilltop, Showing Outlet for Patera Town
82. Water Quality of Byarma River: The catchment area is mostly characterized by agricultural and barren lands, and forest areas. There are no polluting sources like industries or mining in the catchment areas. Habitations are limited to small villages. Water quality Test Report of Byarma River is given in Table 11, below. All the parameters of water quality in comparison with drinking water standards are well within the limits, hence water quality is ensured as the water treatment facilities is part of MPJNM project.
Table 11: Source Water Quality Parameters Sample 1(Byarma River) Drinking water standard
Temperature, oC 28
pH 7.72 6.5- 8.5
Turbidity, NTU 1.2 5
Color, Hazen units Colorless 5
Total dissolved solids (mg/l) 240 500
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Total alkalinity (mg/l) 110 200
Chlorides (mg/l) 20 250
Total hardness (mg/l) 110 200
Fluoride (mg/l) Nil 1.5
Total Coliform / 100ml Nil Shall not be detectable in any 100 ml sample
Sulphate mg/l Nil 200
Nitrate mg/l Nil 45
Calcium mg/l 25.6 75
Source: Sampling Survey by DPR consultant
83. Raw and Treated Water Quality Data from WTP Inlet and Outlet: MP Jal Nigam WTP is operational since January 2019 and potable water is being supplied to Patera town and other 22 villages. Water quality is ensured as the water treatment facilities including disinfection / chlorination facilities is part of MPJNM project. Chlorination system is there and it is working well. Raw and treated water quality test report from WTP inlet and outlet are given in Appendix 24 & Table 12 and Table 13, below. All the given parameters of water quality mention in Table 13 in comparison with drinking water standards are well within the limits and it is okay as per drinking water standards., hence water quality is ensured as the water treatment facilities is part of MPJNM project. All tests mentioned above are being done in MP Jal Nigam WTP laboratory by WTP lab in charge.
Table 12: Raw Water Quality Test Report (Month Wise) S. No. Parameter
Raw Water Quality Results Drinking Water Standards*
01.10.2020 02.10.2020 03.10.2020
1. Turbidity, NTU 17.8 22.7 20.3 5-10
2. pH 8.16 8.20 8.17 6.5-8.5
3. Total hardness (mg/l) 130.7 132.70 135.2 300-600
4. Total alkalinity (mg/l) 150.6 152.7 155.6 200-600
5. Total dissolved solids (mg/l) 235.0 236.7 220.3 500-2000
S. No. Parameter
04.10.2020 05.10.2020 06.10.2020 Drinking Water Standards*
1. Turbidity, NTU - - - 5-10
2. pH 8.20 8.21 8.25 6.5-8.5
3. Total hardness (mg/l) 136.3 140.3 141.2 300-600
4. Total alkalinity (mg/l) 156.4 160.2 162.3 200-600
5. Total dissolved solids (mg/l) 221.0 235.0 236.7 500-2000
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S. No. Parameter
16.09.2020 17.09.2020 18.09.2020 Drinking Water Standards*
1. Turbidity, NTU 17.3 21.8 19.4 5-10
2. pH 8.20 8.21 8.25 6.5-8.5
3. Total hardness (mg/l) 120.6 121.6 122.3 300-600
4. Total alkalinity (mg/l) 140.7 141.0 142.0 200-600
5. Total dissolved solids (mg/l) 225.0 215.6 211.5 500-2000
S. No. Parameter
24.08.2020 25.08.2020 26.08.2020 Drinking Water Standards*
1. Turbidity, NTU 50.6 51.8 47.8 5-10
2. pH 9.10 9.30 9.20 6.5-8.5
3. Total hardness (mg/l) 140.7 145.7 141.8 300-600
4. Total alkalinity (mg/l) 160.9 161.6 161.9 200-600
5. Total dissolved solids (mg/l) 215.6 235.8 235.8 500-2000
Source: WTP - MP Jal Nigam Laboratory Incharge
Table 13: Treated Water Quality Test Report (Month Wise) S.
No.
Parameter
Clear Water Quality Results Drinking Water Standards*
Remarks
01.10.2020 02.10.2020 03.10.2020
1. Turbidity, NTU 1.0 1.0 - 5-10 Ok
2. pH 7.51 7.53 7.59 6.5-8.5 Ok
3. Total hardness (mg/l) 109.30 107.4 108.3 300-600 Ok
4. Total alkalinity (mg/l) 121.6 119.2 118.6 200-600 Ok
5. Total dissolved solids (mg/l)
215.20 216.5 219.7 500-2000 Ok
S.
No.
Parameter
04.10.2020 05.10.2020 06.10.2020 Drinking Water Standards*
Remarks
1. Turbidity, NTU - - - 5-10 Ok
2. pH 7.61 7.63 7.59 6.5-8.5 Ok
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3. Total hardness (mg/l) 110.3 111.60 112.2 300-600 Ok
4. Total alkalinity (mg/l) 120.1 120.6 122.7 200-600 Ok
5. Total dissolved solids (mg/l)
218.3 217.3 219.3 500-2000 Ok
S.
No.
Parameter
09.09.2020 10.09.2020 11.09.2020 Drinking Water Standards*
Remarks
1. Turbidity, NTU 0.7 0.9 0.8 5-10 Ok
2. pH 7.81 7.90 7.99 6.5-8.5 Ok
3. Total hardness (mg/l) 86.7 89.70 86.8 300-600 Ok
4. Total alkalinity (mg/l) 97.3 99.3 99.7 200-600 Ok
5. Total dissolved solids (mg/l)
179.8 187.6 179.8 500-2000 Ok
S.
No.
Parameter
26.08.2020 27.08.2020 28.08.2020 Drinking Water Standards*
Remarks
1. Turbidity, NTU 1.0 1.1 1.0 5-10 Ok
2. pH 7.8 7.74 7.75 6.5-8.5 Ok
3. Total hardness (mg/l) 131.8 122.7 120.7 300-600 Ok
4. Total alkalinity (mg/l) 137.8 141.7 130.6 200-600 Ok
5. Total dissolved solids (mg/l)
211.8 220.7 215.3 500-2000 Ok
Source: WTP - MP Jal Nigam Laboratory Incharge
84. Utilities. Telephone lines, electric poles and wires, water lines within the proposed project locations may require to be shifted in few cases. To mitigate the adverse impacts due to relocation of the utilities, the contractor, in collaboration with ULB will (i) identify the locations and operators of these utilities to prevent unnecessary disruption of services during construction phase; and (ii) instruct construction contractors to prepare a contingency plan to include actions to be done in case of unintentional interruption of services. 85. Site selection of construction work camps, stockpile areas, storage areas and disposal areas. Priority would be to locate these facilities near the project components. However, if it is deemed necessary to locate elsewhere, sites to be considered will not promote instability and result in destruction of property, vegetation, irrigation, and drinking water supply systems. However, it would be necessary to ensure that the facilities are located in areas such that it does not cause any harm to the environment; cause any conflict with the local population, results in destruction of property, vegetation, irrigation, and common resources.
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86. To prevent any inconvenience to local population and prevent harm to the environment siting guidelines have been developed for setting up of construction camps:
• Residential areas will not be considered for setting up camps to protect the human environment (i.e. curb accident, health risks due to air and water pollution and dust, and noise, and to prevent social conflicts, shortages of amenities, and crime). A minimum buffer distance of 200 m would be maintained.
• Sensitive environmental receptors forest, schools’ hospitals, religious places, water bodies, swamps, riverbeds/banks or in areas which will inconvenience the community will be avoided; and
• A detailed guidance for siting of construction camps is provided in Appendix 19: Guidance for Siting and Facilities at Construction Camp.
87. Site selection of sources of materials. Significant quantities of coarse aggregate and fine aggregate will be required for construction works. Requirement of gravel is limited. Contractor should procure these materials only from the quarries permitted/licensed by Mines and Geology Department. Contractor should, to the maximum extent possible, procure material from existing quarries, and creation of new quarry areas should be avoid as far as possible. Improper extraction of materials can disrupt natural land contours and vegetation resulting in accelerated erosion, disturbance in natural drainage patterns, ponding and water logging, and water pollution. It will be the construction contractor’s responsibility to verify the suitability of all material sources and to obtain the approval of Department of Mines & Geology and local revenue administration. 88. To prevent the adverse effect from the sourcing of quarry material required i.e. sand and stone aggregate, the following measures will be adopted in MPUSIP.
• The material will be procured from existing quarries which have valid Environmental Clearance by the State Environmental Appraisal Committee/ State Environmental Appraisal Authority/ District Environmental Committee.
• Further as a contractual obligation the Contractor is required to submit the Environmental Clearance certificate and the latest copy of the six-monthly Compliance Report submitted by the Quarry to MPPCB to the PIU before the procurement of the material. Contractor to submit to PIU on a monthly basis documentation on material obtained from each source (quarry/ borrow pit).
• However, if the Contractor opens a new quarry he has to obtain the environmental clearance and submit the same to the PIU before extracting any material from the quarry/sand mine.
• Submit to MPUDC on a monthly basis report of the quantity of material procured/extracted from each quarry.
89. Impact due to presence of Hazardous Material (Asbestos Cement Pipes): As discussed earlier asbestos cement pipes had been used in part of the pipeline network developed during the 1970’s. There is acute health risk of workers getting exposed to asbestos containing material if these pipes are uncovered in the course of the work. These, pipeline are usually laid at adept of 1.5 m from the ground level. Under this project the maximum depth of laying of pipeline would be 1.2 m. Thus, there would be no possibility of the workers getting exposed to the pipelines. Also, these pipelines can be left buried in the ground without disturbing their status quo. This would to a large extent reduce the exposure of the workforce to be engaged in the project from asbestos during excavation.
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90. Further, a desk based due diligence, was carried out to understand the presence of the old asbestos pipes stocked in the different Go down of ULB in these two cities. It was reported by MPUDC that no such stockpile is maintained. 91. Even though adequate safeguards have already been incorporated in the design, considering the health and safety risk associated with asbestos the following precautions have been proposed:
• A detailed survey with the assistance of PHED and /NP on the presence of existing AC pipes in the distribution network or on areas which involve pipe laying activities. In the final IEE, a map showing the exact location of the AC pipes should be provided.
• Locate the new pipes carefully to avoid encountering AC pipes
• All AC pipes will be left in situ and untouched. New pipes will be placed next to AC pipes.
• In the event, that the asbestos fibers from AC pipes were accidentally disturbed/ exposed, the contractor should also prepare SOP for handling the AC pipes.
• Safe disposal and precaution will be taken as per the USEPA https://www.epa.gov/asbestos/safe-work-practices.
92. Impacts from Procurement of Material: The Regulation of Polychlorinated Biphenyls Order, 2016 states that all equipment containing biphenyl should be phased out by 31st December 2025. In such cases both the oil and the equipment would be considered as a hazardous waste and disposed as per the relevant legislations. To prevent this scenario No transformer procured under the project should cantina biphenyl and the Bid Document should clearly indicate this. C. Construction Impacts
93. The construction work is expected not to cause major negative impacts, mainly because:
• All the activities will be on the built-up areas of town and/or existing RoW, thus could be constructed without causing impacts to biodiversity.
• All the sites are located on government-owned land which is not occupied or used for any other purpose.
• overall construction program will be relatively short and is expected to be completed in 24 months with activities to conducted by small teams and specified location so most impacts will be localized and short in duration; and
• Most of the predicted impacts associated with the construction process are produced because the process is invasive, such as involving excavation. However, the routine nature of the impacts means that most can be easily mitigated, and the impacts are clearly a result of the construction process rather than the design or location, as impacts will not occur if excavation or other ground disturbance is not involved.
• As a result, there are several aspects of the environment which are not expected to be affected by the construction process and these can be screened out of the assessment at this stage as required by ADB procedure. These are shown in Appendix 1. These environmental factors are screened out presently but will be assessed again before starting the construction activities.
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94. Pipe Laying Works. Civil works in the project include linear excavation for laying pipes along the roads, placing pipes in the trench and refilling with the excavated soil. The trenches will be of 0.4 m – 0.7 m wide and 0.8 to 1 m depth. Subsequent to completion of works, road reinstatement will be undertaken by the contractor as part of the civil works. Pipeline laying work will be taken up in section-wise by DBO contractor daily; trench excavation, pipe laying, jointing, will be refilled, consolidated with a plate vibrator/ roller and levelled by the end of the day; this limits the public disturbance to a minimum time. The mitigation measures are discussed in the EMP (Refer EMP Table 16). The roads in the core city area of all the towns are very narrow and congested with pedestrians and vehicles (mainly 2-wheelers), while the roads in outer areas are wide. 95. Earth work excavation will be undertaken by machine (backhoe excavator) or manually and include danger lighting and using barricades at every 100 m. Sufficient care will be taken while laying so that existing utilities and cables are not damaged and pipes are not thrown into the trenches or dragged, but carefully laid in the trenches. As trenches are a maximum of 1.2 m, there is no risk of collapse of trenches or risk to surrounding buildings. Once they are laid, pipes will be joined as per specification and then tested for any cracks of leakages. The minimum working hours will be 8 hours daily, the total duration of each stage depends on the soil condition and other local features. About 95% of the excavated soil will be used for refilling the refilling the trench after placing the pipe and therefore residual soil after pipe laying and refilling is not significant. 96. Other construction works. Other civil works in the subproject include construction of GSR at the identified sites. These works will be confined to sites, and construction will include general activities like excavation for foundation, construction of foundations, columns, walls and roof in cement concrete and masonry, and fixing of mechanical and electrical fixtures, etc. 97. Sources of Materials. Significant amount of sand and coarse aggregate will be required for this project. The construction contractor will be required to:
(i) Use material sources permitted by government; (ii) In unavoidable case, proper justification shall be provided to PIU as why
creating new borrow area is necessary, and contractor should obtain all necessary clearances, and obtain PIU approval prior to start of borrow area operation
(iii) Verify suitability of all material sources and obtain approval of PIU; and (iv) Submit to PIU on a monthly basis documentation of sources of materials
98. Air Quality. It is most certain that work will be conducted during the dry season, so there is potential for creating dust from the excavation of dry soil, backfilling, transportation to disposal, and from the import and storage of sand/gravel for bedding. Emissions from construction vehicles, equipment, and machinery used for excavation and construction will induce impacts on the air quality in the construction sites. Anticipated impacts include dusts and increase in concentration of vehicle-related pollutants such as carbon monoxide, sulfur oxides, particulate matter, nitrous oxides, and hydrocarbons. These however will be temporary, limiting to construction activities only. Dust generation from construction work will be mainly during the initial construction phase of earthwork, as the site is confined, dust can be effectively controlled with common measures. For linear pipeline works, dust generation will be significant throughout from excavation to refilling and consolidation / road relaying. Increase in dust/ particulate matter in ambient air have adverse impacts on people’s health and environment. Potential impact is
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negative but short-term and reversible by mitigation measures. To mitigate the impacts, construction contractors will be required to:
(i) Cover the construction area with dust/wind screen (such as geo textile fabric) of at
least 6m height (ii) Initiate site clearance and excavation work only after compound wall and
barricading of the site is completed (iii) Barricade the construction area using hard barricades (of 2m height) on all sides
and provide dust/wind screen (such as geo textile fabric) up to 3m height (1 m above the hard barricading
(iv) Damp down exposed soil and any stockpiled material on site by water sprinkling; (v) Stabilize surface soils where loaders, support equipment and vehicles will operate
by using water and maintain surface soils in a stabilized condition (vi) Apply water prior to levelling or any other earth moving activity to keep the soil
moist throughout the process (vii) Cover the soil stocked at the sites with tarpaulins (viii) Use tarpaulins to cover sand and other loose material when transported by trucks; (ix) Control dust generation while unloading the loose material (particularly aggregate,
sand, soil) at the site by sprinkling water and unloading inside the barricaded area (x) Clean wheels and undercarriage of haul trucks prior to leaving construction site (xi) Disallow access in the work area except workers to limit soil disturbance and
prevent access by barricading and security personnel (xii) Fit all heavy equipment and machinery with air pollution control devices which are
Operating correctly (xiii) Ensure that all the construction equipment, machinery is fitted with pollution
control devises, which are operating correctly, and have a valid pollution under control (PUC) certificate
(xiv) Limit the speed of construction vehicles on access roads and work sites to a maximum of 30 km/h
(xv) Prohibit burning firewood in work and labor camps (xvi) Prohibit burning of solid wastes
Additional measures for pipeline works (i) Undertake the work section-wise: 100-200 m section should be demarcated and
barricaded (with hard barricades) (ii) Conduct work sequentially – excavation, pipe laying, backfilling; conduct pipe
testing section-wise (for a minimum length as possible) so that backfilling, stabilization of soil can be done
(iii) Confine all the material, excavated soil, debris, equipment, machinery (excavators, backhoe, etc.) to the barricaded area
(iv) Limit the stocking of excavated material at the site; remove the excess soil from the site immediately to the designated disposal area
(v) Control access to work area, prevent unnecessary movement of vehicle, public trespassing into work areas; limiting soil disturbance will minimize dust generation
(vi) Backfilled trench at any completed section after removal of barricading will be the main source of dust pollution. The traffic, pedestrian movement and wind will generate dust from backfilled section. Consolidation / road restoration, as proposed, shall be undertaken immediately
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99. Surface Water Quality. Run-off from stockpiled materials and chemical contamination from fuels and lubricants during construction works can contaminate downstream surface water quality of the streams. As the rainfall in the project areas is mostly confined to monsoon, these potential impacts are short-term and temporary. However, to ensure that these are mitigated, construction contractor will be required to:
(i) All earthworks be conducted during the dry season to prevent the problem of soil
run-off during monsoon season; (ii) Avoid stockpiling of earth fill especially during the monsoon season unless
covered by tarpaulins or plastic sheets; (iii) Prioritize re-use of excess spoils and materials in the construction works. If spoils
will be disposed, only designated disposal areas shall be used; (iv) Install temporary silt traps or sedimentation basins along the drainage leading to
the water bodies; (v) Place storage areas for fuels and lubricants away from any drainage leading to
water bodies; (vi) Dispose any wastes generated by construction activities in designated sites; and (vii) Conduct surface quality inspection according to the Environmental Management
Plan (EMP). 100. Generation of Construction Wastes. Solid wastes generated from the construction
activities are excess excavated earth (spoils), discarded construction materials, cement bags, wood, steel, oils, fuels and other similar items. Domestic solid wastes may also be generated from the workers’ camp. Improper waste management could cause odor and vermin problems, pollution and flow obstruction of nearby watercourses and could negatively impact the landscape. The following mitigation measures to minimize impacts from waste generation shall be implemented by the contractor: (i) Prepare and implement a Construction Waste Management Plan (ii) Stockpiles, lubricants, fuels, and other materials should be located away from
steep slopes and water bodies; (iii) Avoid stock piling any excess spoils. Excess excavated soils should be dispose to
approved designated areas; (iv) Domestic solid wastes should be properly segregated in biodegradable and non-
Biodegradable for collection and disposal to designated solid waste disposal site (v) Residual and hazardous wastes such a soils, fuels, and lubricants shall bed is
posed in disposal sites approved by local authorities; (vi) Prohibit burning of construction and domestic waste; (vii) Ensure that wastes are not hap haphazardly dumped with in the project site and
adjacent areas. (viii) Get approval of PIU in writing that the necessary environmental restoration work
has been adequately performed before acceptance
101. Noise and Vibration Levels: All the construction work will be conducted at selected sites and along the roads in Patera urban areas, where there are houses, schools and hospitals, religious & historical places and small- scale businesses. The sensitive receptors are the general population in these areas. Increase in noise level may be caused by excavation, particularly breaking of cement concrete or bitumen roads, operation of construction equipment like concrete mixers, and the transportation of equipment, materials, and people. Vibration generated from construction activity, for instance from the use of pneumatic drills, will have
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impact on nearby buildings and monuments. This impact is negative but short-term, and reversible by mitigation measures. The construction contractor will be required to:
(i) Plan activities in consultation with PIU so that activities with the greatest potential to generate noise are conducted during periods of the day which will result in least disturbance;
(ii) Horns should not be used unless it is necessary to warn other road users or animals of the vehicle’s approach;
(iii) Minimize noise from construction equipment by using vehicle silencers, fitting jackhammers with noise-reducing mufflers, and use portable street barriers to minimise sound impact to surrounding sensitive receptor; and
(iv) Maintain maximum sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels (dBA) when measured at a distance of 10m or more from the vehicle/s.
(v) Identify any buildings at risk from vibration damage and avoiding any use of pneumatic drills or heavy vehicles in the vicinity;
102. Surface and Groundwater Quality. Another physical impact that is often associated with excavation is the effect on drainage and the local water table if groundwater and surface water collect in the voids. In Patera groundwater is deeper than the proposed excavation depths, and rains are limited to short duration during monsoon. However, to ensure that water will not pond in pits and voids near project location, the construction contractor will be required to conduct excavation works in non-monsoon season to the maximum extent possible. 103. Accessibility. Excavation along the roads, hauling of construction materials and operation of equipment on-site can cause traffic problems. Roads in the core/old town area of Patera is very narrow. However, most of the roads are used by pedestrians and two wheelers, and four wheelers vehicles are very limited. Potential impact is negative but short term and reversible by mitigation measures. The construction contractor will be required to:
(i) Confine work areas along the roads to the minimum possible extent; all the activities, including material & waste/surplus soil stocking should be confined to this area. Proper barricading should be provided; avoid material/surplus soil stocking in congested areas – immediately removed from site/ or brought to the as and when required
(ii) Leave spaces for access between mounds of soil; (iii) Provide walkways and metal sheets where required to maintain access across
for people and vehicles; (iv) MS Trench Bridges3 should be provided with proper handrails so that it can
elderly and children not fall. (v) Motor able access will be provided in front of the Hospital and school during the
3 MS Trench Bridge or wwalkways must be provided for pedestrian traffic. These structures shall: i) have a safety
factor of 4; shall have a minimum clear width of 0.51 m; iii) be fitted with hand rails (between 39-in and 45-in from top of deck); and •Mid Rail: centre at 20-in to 22-in from top of deck iv) extend a minimum of 24 in (.61 m) past the surface edge of the trench and v) the deck should be made of slip resistant material and completely drained. The structural requirements of the bridge are as follows; i) Bridge Allowable Loading: distributed load minimum of 50 pounds per square foot (PSF) ; ii) •Point Loading: One (1) 300 pound person including tools per 2-ft of bridge length iii) Handrail Strength: 200 pound point load directed in vertical direction and horizontal direction not simultaneously, applied at any point between support posts; iv) Middle Rail: 150 pound point load directed in vertical direction and horizontal direction not simultaneously, applied at any point between support posts; v) Toe Kick: 50 pound point load directed in horizontal direction, applied at any point between support posts (https://www.osha.gov/dts/osta/otm/otm_v/otm_v_2.html /https://www.ntsafety.com/2016/07/21/temporary-bridges-used-for-worker-access-in-excavation-work/)
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construction period. In front of school or hospital MS Trench Bridges of adequate capacity should be provided with proper handrails so it can withstand the pedestrian loads at these institutions.
(vi) Plan transportation routes so that heavy vehicles do not use narrow local roads, except in the immediate vicinity of delivery sites;
(vii) Schedule transport and hauling activities during non-peak hours; (viii) Locate entry and exit points in areas where there is low potential for traffic
congestion; (ix) Keep the site free from all unnecessary obstructions; (x) Drive vehicles in a considerate manner; (xi) Coordinate with Traffic Police for temporary road diversions, where necessary,
and for provision of traffic aids if transportation activities cannot be avoided during peak hours
(xii) Notify affected public by public information notices, providing sign boards informing nature and duration of construction works and contact numbers for concerns/complaints.
104. Wherever road width is minimal, there will be temporary loss of access to pedestrians and vehicular traffic including 2 wheelers during the laying of pipes. Under those circumstances, contractor shall adopt following measures:
(i) Inform the affected local population 1-week in advance about the work schedule (ii) Plan and execute the work in such a way that the period of disturbance/ loss of
access is minimum. (iii) Provide pedestrian access in all the locations until normalcy is restored. Provide
wooden/metal planks over the open trenches at each house to maintain the access.
105. Socio-Economic – Income. The project components will be located in government land and there is no requirement for land acquisition or any resettlement. Construction works will impede the access of residents to specific site in limited cases. The potential impacts are negative and moderate but short-term and temporary. The construction contractor will be required to:
(i) Leave spaces for access between mounds of soil; (ii) Provide walkways and metal sheets where required to maintain access across for
people and vehicles; (iii) Increase workforce in the areas with predominantly institutions, place of worship,
business establishment, hospitals, and schools; (iv) Consult businesses and institutions regarding operating hours and factoring this in
work schedules; and (v) Provide sign boards for pedestrians to inform nature and duration of construction
works and contact numbers for concerns/complaints. (vi) Notify community/ water users in advance about likely interruptions in water
supply. (vii) Provide alternate sources of clean water until water supply is restored.
106. Socio-Economic – Employment. Manpower will be required during the 24-months construction stage. This can result in generation of temporary employment and increase in local revenue. Thus potential impact is positive and long-term. The construction contractor will be required to:
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(i) Employ at least 50% of the labour force, or to the maximum extent; and (ii) Comply with labor laws
107. Occupational Health and Safety. Workers need to be mindful of the occupational hazards which can arise from working in height and excavation works. Potential impacts are negative and long-term but reversible by mitigation measures. The construction contractor will be required to:
o Comply with all national, state and local labour laws (see Appendix 9); o IFC’s General EHS Guidelines4 and Sector Specific (Water and Sanitation)
Guidelines5
o Develop and implement site-specific occupational health and safety (OH&S) Plan which will include measures such as: (a) excluding public from the site; (b) ensuring all workers are provided with and use personal protective equipment; (c) OH&S Training6 for all site personnel; (d) documented procedures to be followed for all site activities; and (e) documentation of work-related accidents;
o A detailed guidance for Safety from COVID-19 Pandemic during construction works is provided in Appendix 20 - Guideline for Construction work about safety from COVID-19 Pandemic (SOP – Health & Safety Plan).
o Ensure that qualified first-aid is provided at all times. Equipped first-aid stations shall be easily accessible throughout the site;
o Provide medical insurance coverage for workers; o Secure all installations from unauthorized intrusion and accident risks; o Provide supplies of potable drinking water; o Provide clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to hazardous or
noxious substances; o Provide H&S orientation training to all new workers to ensure that they are
apprised of the basic site rules of work at the site, personal protective protection, and preventing injuring to fellow workers;
o Provide visitor orientation if visitors to the site can gain access to areas where hazardous conditions or substances may be present. Ensure also that visitor/s do not enter hazard areas unescorted;
o Ensure the visibility of workers through their use of high visibility vests when working in or walking through heavy equipment operating areas;
o Ensure moving equipment is outfitted with audible back-up alarms; o Mark and provide sign boards for hazardous areas such as energized
electrical devices and lines, service rooms housing high voltage equipment, and areas for storage and disposal. Signage shall be in accordance with international standards and be well known to, and easily understood by
4 https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/554e8d80488658e4b76af76a6515bb18/Final%2B-
%2BGeneral%2BEHS%2BGuidelines.pdf?MOD=AJPERES 5 https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/e22c050048855ae0875cd76a6515bb18/Final%2B-
%2BWater%2Band%2BSanitation.pdf?MOD=AJPERES 6 Some of the key areas that may be covered during training as they relate to the primary causes of accidents
include (i) slips, trips and falls; (ii) personal protective equipment; (iii) ergonomics, repetitive motion, and manual handling; (iv) workplace transport; and (v) legislation and responsibilities. Training can provide the foundations of competence but it does not necessarily result in a competent worker. Therefore, it is essential to assess staff competence to ensure that the training provided is relevant and effective. Supervision and monitoring arrangements shall be in place to ensure that training has been effective and the worker is competent at their job. The level of supervision and monitoring required is a management decision that shall be based on the risks associated with the job, the level of competence required, the experience of the individual and whether the worker works as part of a team or is a lone worker.
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workers, visitors, and the general public as appropriate; and o Disallow worker exposure to noise level greater than 85 dBA for duration of
more than 8 hours per day without hearing protection. The use of hearing protection shall be enforced actively.
108. Asbestos Materials. As discussed earlier a part of the existing network has been developed with AC Pipes. As part of the project careful planning has been carried out to prevent any interference with the AC pipes during the construction. As discussed earlier the AC pipes would be decommissioned and will lay in-situ without any disturbance and replaced by new HDPE pipes. Plan pipeline alignments carefully to avoid any conflict or damage. However, as a chance if such pipes are encountered during the construction, exposures of workers to asbestos containing material possess a grave risk. In such cases the following precautions should be taken:
o Workers should be made aware to identify AC pipes. o Work in such area should be immediately stopped and the excavations
backfilled so that it does not expose others to asbestos risk, o The Contractor should prepare an Asbestos Management Plan as illustrated
in the flow chart in Error! Reference source not found. . o Application of a detailed H&S procedure by the contractor such that
equipment and workers who might have been accidentally exposed to asbestos dust are protected (as per international protocols for exposure to protocol.
Figure 25 : Flowchart for Preparing an Asbestos Management Plan
109. Community Health and Safety. Hazards posed to the public, specifically in high-pedestrian areas may include traffic accidents and vehicle collision with pedestrians. Potential
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impact is negative but short-term and reversible by mitigation measures. The construction contractor will be required to:
(i) Plan routes to avoid times of peak-pedestrian activities. (ii) Liaise with PIU in identifying risk areas on route cards/maps. (iii) Maintain regularly the vehicles and use of manufacturer-approved parts to
minimize potentially serious accidents caused by equipment malfunction or premature failure.
(iv) Security personnel shall be posted at the site (v) Conduct construction safety awareness programs in the town through
neighbourhood meeting prior to start and during works, especially related to pipeline works along the public roads
(vi) Provide warning signs, blinkers to the barricading to caution the public about the hazards associated with the works, and presence of excavation along the road.
(vii) Barricade construction areas / trenches (viii) Plan material / equipment transport routes to avoid times of peak traffic and
pedestrian activities. (ix) Liaise with PIU in identifying risk areas on route cards/maps. (x) Maintain regularly the vehicles and use of manufacturer-approved parts to
minimize potentially serious accidents caused by equipment malfunction or premature failure.
(xi) Provide road signs and flag persons to warn of on-going trenching activities.
110. Central parts of the towns are characterized by narrow roads and some of which are accessible only by foot/two wheelers. Besides impeding the access, the trench excavation and pipe laying will pose safety risks to pedestrians, and the people living in these areas. Though the width (~400 mm) and depth (~700 mm) of trench is minimal, it will pose safety risk, especially for children and elders The construction contractor will be required to:
(i) Provide prior information to the local people about the nature and duration of work (ii) Conduct awareness program on safety during the construction work (iii) Undertake the construction work stretch-wise; excavation, pipe laying and trench
refilling should be completed on the same day (iv) Provide barricades, and deploy security personnel to ensure safe movement of
people and also to prevent unnecessary entry and to avoid accidental fall into open trenches
111. Work Camps. Operation of work camps can cause temporary air and noise pollution from machine operation, water pollution from storage and use of fuels, oils, solvents, and lubricants. Potential impacts are negative but short-term and reversible by mitigation measures. The construction contractor will be required to:
(i) Consult PIU before locating project offices, sheds, and construction plants; (ii) Minimize removal of vegetation and disallow cutting of trees; (iii) Provide drinking water, water for other uses, and sanitation facilities for
employees; (iv) Ensure conditions of liveability at work camps are maintained at the highest
standards possible at all times (For details Refer Appendix 19- Guidance for siting and facilities in construction camps);
(v) Guidelines to be followed for establishing construction camps / labour camps etc. (vi) Camp sites shall be away from residential areas (100 m), sensitive areas
(schools, hospitals, etc. 250 m,) water bodies (500 m) and forests (more than 1
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km) (vii) Use unused, vacant lands; no trees shall be cut (viii) Provide a proper fencing/compound wall (ix) Prepare a site layout plan & display at the site; uniformly label (name boards) all
the places in the facility (x) Entire site/facility area shall be provided with hard levelled surface as
appropriate; no loose soil, slush, water logging etc., (xi) Living quarters and construction camps shall be provided with standard
materials; no shacks or huts (xii) Provide cooking fuel (cooking gas); and a separate safe place to cook; fire wood
not allowed (xiii) Adequate lighting and ventilation (xiv) Provide drinking water, water for other uses, and sanitation facilities; drinking
water should be regularly tested (xv) Construct septic tanks and soak pit arrangement for wastewater disposal (xvi) Wash area, toilets (separate for women); mobile toilets for linear work (xvii) Provide clear pathways (for workers/staff) and roads (for vehicles) for safe movement
in the work site. (xviii) A temporary rest area for workers (for resting in break time, protection against
rain/sun, eating etc.) (xix) First Aid (xx) Prohibit employees from poaching wildlife and cutting of trees for firewood; (xxi) Train employees in the storage and handling of materials which can potentially
cause soil contamination; (xxii) Recover used oil and lubricants and reuse or remove from the site; (xxiii) Manage solid waste according to the following preference hierarchy: reuse,
recycling and disposal to designated areas; (xxiv) Solid waste shall be properly manager – provide separate bins, compost
biodegradable waste; sell recyclable waste (xxv) Camp sites shall be cleared and restored to original after completion of work, all
debris, wreckage cleared (xxvi) Remove all wreckage, rubbish, or temporary structures which are no longer
required; and (xxvii) Confirm to PMU report in writing that the camp has been vacated and restored to
pre-project conditions before acceptance of work.
112. Debris disposal. Prior to the commencement of works, contractor shall identify a debris disposal site in consultation with the PIU and adhering to following criteria:
(i) The site shall be selected preferably from barren, infertile lands. In case agricultural land needs to be selected, top-soil stripping, stacking and preservation should be undertaken prior to initiation of any activities.
(ii) Debris disposal site shall be at least 200 m away from surface water bodies5. (iii) No residential areas shall be located within 100 m downwind side of the site. (iv) The site is minimum 250 m. away from sensitive locations like hospitals, religious
places, ponds/lakes or other water bodies. (v) The local governing body and community shall be consulted while selecting the
site.
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D. Operation and Maintenance Impacts
113. Operation and Maintenance of the water supply system will be carried out by DBO contractor for 10 years (including construction period), after which it will be the responsibility of Patera Nagar Parishad. During the system design life (15/30 years for mechanical/civil components) it shall not require major repairs or refurbishments and should operate with little maintenance beyond routine actions required to keep the equipment in working order. The stability and integrity of the system will be monitored periodically to detect any problems and allow remedial action if required. Any repairs will be small-scale involving manual, temporary, and short-term works involving regular checking and recording of performance for signs of deterioration, servicing and replacement of parts. 114. Operation and Maintenance of Pipes: Recurrence of pipe bursting and leakage problems can be managed by the leak detection and water auditing surveys. The ULBs will be required to ensure that the leak detection and rectification time is minimized. Repair works could cause some temporary disruption of activities at locations of social and cultural importance such as schools, hospitals, churches, tourist sites etc., so the same precautions as employed during the construction period should be adopted. PMU/PIU/ULB needs to:
o Identify any buildings at risk from vibration damage and avoiding any use of pneumatic drills or heavy vehicles in the vicinity. Complete work in these areas quickly; after the repairs are completed the road repairing shall be carried out by the ULB/ Contractor /Any other agency within a week’s time.
o Consult local communities in advance of the work to identify and address key issues, and avoid working at sensitive times, such as religious and cultural festivals.
o If necessary, a new pipe will be brought to site and replaced. The trench will then be refilled and re-compacted. This work should be very infrequent, and will affect individual small locations for short periods only.
115. Water supply delivered to consumers will meet the drinking water standards. Regular water quality testing will be conducted at various points to monitor and ensure that water supply all times meets the drinking water standards. 116. Exposure to Asbestos during the repair of Pipes: Since the new network would not have any AC pipes there are no risk of exposure to asbestos during the Operation and Maintenance. E. Project Benefits
117. During the construction phase, there are likely to be positive impacts through employment generation, increase in local revenue from the project activities. During the operation phase also, there is potential for employment generation, though limited, as the improved and expanded water infrastructure requires additional workforce. 118. Improved Health and Hygiene: The citizens of Patera Nagar Parishad will be the major beneficiaries of the improved water supply system, as they will be provided with a constant supply of better quality water, piped into their homes at an appropriate pressure. The project will improve the over-all health condition of the towns as water borne diseases will be reduced, so people should spend less on healthcare and lose fewer working days due to illness, so their economic status should also improve, as well as their overall health. This should also improve
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the environment of these areas, should deliver major improvements in individual and community health and well-being.
VI. INFORMATION DISCLOSURE AND PUBLIC CONSULTATION
A. Overview
119. The active participation of stakeholders including local community, NGOs/CBOs, and the media in all stages of project preparation and implementation is essential for successful implementation of the project. It will ensure that the subprojects are designed, constructed, and operated with utmost consideration to local needs, ensures community acceptance, and will bring maximum benefits to the people. Public consultation and information disclosure is a must as per the ADB policy. 120. Most of the main stakeholders have already been identified and consulted during preparation of this IEE, and any others that are identified during project implementation will be brought into the process in the future. Primary stakeholders of the subproject are: residents, shopkeepers and businesspeople who live and work alongside the roads in which network improvements will be provided and near sites where facilities will be built (WTP and water tanks), and government and utility agencies responsible for provision of services in Patera PWD, WRD and Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board. Secondary stakeholder are: NGOs and CBOs working in the area, community representatives, beneficiary community in general, government agencies, the executing and implementing agencies (MPUDC, PMU and PIUs), Government of India and the ADB.
B. Public Consultation
121. The public consultation and disclosure program is a continuous process throughout the project implementation, including project planning, design and construction. Project planning and design stage consultation was conducted at Patera Nagar Parishad office with elected public representative and people of Patera town on 09 to 10th March 2018 & 13th October 2020. (Appendix 2 to Appendix 3).
1. Consultation during Project Preparation
122. Institutional consultations were conducted with the Governmental Departments such as PMU, Pollution Control Board, Public Health Engineering Department, Water Resourced Department, and ULB. The project proposal is formulated in consultation with Patera Nagar Parishad and suits the requirements of the ULBs. Discussion were held with local forest department officials on the forest boundaries, location of Panna wildlife sanctuary, and confirmed that these are located far away from the town. 123. Focus-group discussions with affected persons and other stakeholders were conducted to learn their views and concerns. A socio economic household survey has been conducted in the town, covering sample households, to understand the household characteristics, health status, and the infrastructure service levels, and also the demand for infrastructure services. General public and the people residing along the project activity areas were also consulted during visits to the project sites. A town level consultation meeting was conducted in March 2018 & October 2020. Details of the public consultations are provided in Appendix 2 to Appendix 3. In all 62 stakeholders participated in the consultations (male = 62, female = 00)
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124. Summary of Stakeholder Consultation in Patera Nagar Parishad: During the consultation/s the following queries were raised by the local communities and it was responded by the Concerned PIU, PMU and DPR Consultant.
• All stakeholders were very supporting of the project, and promises to extend full cooperation during the construction phase as the activities are proposed to improve the water supply service levels and the living standards.
• Stakeholder expressed their concern regarding water charges, affordability, disturbance and loss of business due to the work in market areas, dust, road closure etc.).
• Water logging during rains, damage to existing utilities during excavation, disturbance to shops, traffic etc.,
• Stakeholders also indicated that a public notice on works, and awareness programs to be conducted
• The project team explained the proposed mitigation measures to mitigate / minimize such issues. Attention of stakeholders drawn to the EMP, and explained to them how the construction phase issues by avoided, minimized or mitigated and managed.
125. It was observed that people are willing to extend their cooperation as the proposed activities are proposed to enhance the infrastructure service levels and the living standard of the public. The public expressed their concern regarding water charges, affordability, the nuisance and disturbance (dust, road closure and traffic management activities) and loss of business due to the work in market area. Project team explained that works will be appropriately scheduled to avoid any nuisance and disturbance with proposed mitigation measures to mitigate / minimize such issues.
2. Consultation during Construction
126. Prior to start of construction, ULB and PIU with the assistance of PDMC will conduct information dissemination sessions at various places and solicit the help of the local community, leaders/prominent for the project work. At each ward/neighborhood level, focus group meetings will be conducted to discuss and plan construction work with local communities to reduce disturbance and other impacts. 127. A constant communication will be established with the affected communities to redress the environmental issues likely to surface during construction phases and also regarding the grievance redress mechanism. ULB/PIU and PDMC will organize public meetings and will appraise the communities about the progress on the implementation of EMP. Meeting will also be organized at the potential hotspots/sensitive locations before and during the construction. C. Information Disclosure
128. Executive summary of the IEE will be translated in Hindi and made available at the offices of PMU, PIU, Nagar Parishad offices, and also displayed on their notice boards. Hard copies of the IEE will be accessible to citizens as a means to disclose the document and at the same time creating wider public awareness. Electronic version of the IEE in English and Executive Summary in Hindi will be placed in the official website of the MPUDC, PMU after approval of the IEE by Government and ADB. Stakeholders will also be made aware of grievance register and redress mechanism.
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129. Public information campaigns to explain the project details to a wider population will be conducted. Public disclosure meetings will be conducted at key project stages to inform the public of progress and future plans. Prior to start of construction, the PMU/PIU will issue Notification on the start date of implementation in local newspapers A board showing the details of the project will be displayed at the construction site for the information of general public. 130. Local communities will be continuously consulted regarding location of construction camps, access and hauling routes and other likely disturbances during construction. The road closure together with the proposed detours will be communicated via advertising, pamphlets, radio broadcasts, road signage, etc.
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VII. PROJECT SPECIFIC GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISM
A. Project Specific Grievance Redress Mechanism
131. Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) is a part of project management that is likely to increase accountability and responsiveness among service providers and provide a friendly environment to the beneficiaries of the project. GRM is considered a tool to measure efficiency and effectiveness of the project as it provides important feedback on the project management. Effectively addressing public grievances is a core component of managing risks under Asian Development Bank (ADB) projects according to the Safeguard Policy Statement (Safeguard Requirement 2: Involuntary Resettlement, Social safeguard and Environmental Safeguard; Pages 49-50, June 2009) – “The borrower/client will establish a mechanism to receive and facilitate the resolution of affected persons’ concerns and grievances about physical and economic displacement and other project impacts, paying particular attention to the impacts on vulnerable groups. The grievance redress mechanism should be scaled to the risks and adverse impacts of the project. It should address affected persons’ concerns and complaints promptly, using an understandable and transparent process that is gender responsive, culturally appropriate, and readily accessible to the affected persons at no costs and without retribution. The mechanism should not impede access to the country’s judicial or administrative remedies. The borrower/client will inform affected persons about the mechanism”. The statement allows the formation of grievance redress committee in the project areas to facilitate the concerns of affected people under the project areas. B. Purpose of the GRM Manual:
132. This document describes the procedure that shall be followed by the Madhya Pradesh Urban Development Company Limited (MPUDCL) under Madhya Pradesh Urban Services Improvement project (MPUSIP) to address complaints or concerns shared by people affected due to project related interventions. 133. The present document intends to provide clarity to project stakeholders on the grievance redress mechanism procedures to be followed under the project. The document provides clarity on how the complaint shall be received, registered, sorted, assessed, resolved and monitored under MPUSIP. This also includes action plans to be followed for effective implementation.
C. Principles:
134. The GRM is based on the following principles and the same shall be used to assess the GRM performance:
(a) Accessibility
135. The GRM shall be accessible to all people residing in the project area. It shall be available and provide assistance to all project affected people irrespective of language, literacy level, or cost. Project affected people shall access the GRM without fear of reprisal. Information on the GRM will be disseminated using various means to ensure people know about GRC, its members and procedures.
(b) Predictability
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136. The GRM shall offer clear procedures with time frames for each stage and clarity on the type of results it can and cannot deliver.
(c) Transparency
137. The GRM shall operate in such a way that it is easy for others to see what actions are being performed. This will be undertaken through disclosure of all information to the public and affected people.
(d) Credibility
138. The performance of the GRM shall enable affected people to accept and believe that the mechanism works, delivers results and is trustworthy.
(e) Fairness
139. The GRM procedures shall be perceived as fair, especially in terms of access to information, and opportunities for meaningful participation in the final decision. Its outcome should be consistent with applicable national standards and should not restrict access to other redress mechanisms.
(f) Feedback
140. The GRM shall serve as a means to channel citizen feedback to improve project outcomes for the people. It is difficult to avoid Grievances totally but much can be done to minimize and manage complaints in order to reduce impacts. D. Nature and scope of Grievance Redress Mechanism under MPUSIP
141. GRM aims to address complaints of local affected people because of project interventions in the selected towns (64 towns) of MPUSIP during the project period. 142. MPUSIP predicts public complaints because of the nature of the project during the design, implementation and operation & maintenance stage of the project. In the design phase, people are expected to raise inconveniences with regards to land acquisition, compensation amount, compensation procedure and environmental issues. During project implementation, grievances may come from individuals or a particular group of people in relation to construction related inconveniences such as dust, noise, blocking drainage, damage roads, walls/boundaries of property and its impact on their daily lives in addition to land acquisition, and compensation. Issues related to corruption shall not be considered by the Grievance Redress Committee (GRC). Corruption related issues shall be forwarded to the State GRC (PMU) directly by the Chairperson of town level GRC at the time of sorting of grievances. The structure, functions of GRC, monitoring & evaluation systems and action plan of its implementation is described below:
E. Structure of GRM and its Functions:
143. The GRM will have a three- tier decision making process. The first tier which is at the town level aims to resolve all construction related grievances which require quick and efficient action. The second tier which is at the project implementation unit (PIU) will handle complaints that could not be resolved by the first- tier level and/or grievances related to land acquisition and compensation. The third tier which is at the project management unit (PMU) or state level will
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handle complaints which are over and above the scope for the first and second tier and/or complaints which could not be resolved by the first and second tier levels. 144. Contact numbers of GRC Chair-person and members, CDO and contractor’s focal person will be placed at appropriate locations like construction sites, ULB office etc. 145. The three-tier Grievance Redress Mechanism under MPUSIP is described below:
1st tier (At Town Level):
composition of the Grievance Redress Committee (GRC):
• A representative of Chief Municipal Officer associated with Urban Local Body, Chairperson;
• CDO of ULB designated/nominated by ULB. • Field Engineer of Project Management Consultants; • Focal person (GRC Person) of DBO contractor of respective town; • Field Engineer of concerned ULB designated by the respective PIU, Secretary;
Major Functions: The major functions of town level GRC is as follows:
• Registration of Grievances by the Local person (GRC Person) of DBO contractor of respective town Sorting of Grievances by Focal person (GRC Person) of DBO contractor of respective town and Chairperson;
• Forwarding grievances to concerned authorities i.e. Site Engineer for resolution; • Information to the complainant on the decision taken to address registered
complaint and expected time to resolve issue; • Resolution of issues emerged due to construction; • Feedback to the complainant on action completed against registered complaint
and seeking complainant feedback on level of satisfaction; • Closure of grievances by CDO-ULB or forwarding of complaint to PIU GRC if
grievance remains unresolved.
2nd Tier {At PIU Level}:
Composition of the PIU level GRC:
• Project Manager, associated with Project Implementation Unit (PIU) of Madhya Pradesh
• Urban Development Company Limited - Chairperson • An elected member nominated by Mayor in Council/ President in Council of
associated • Urban Local Body (ULB). • A Social Worker nominated by Mayor in Council/ President in Council of
associated Urban • Local Body • Commissioner of associated Urban Local Body/Chief Municipal Officer or
Community • Development Officer/Community Organizer of Urban Local Body. • Community Development Officer CDO-PIU - Secretary
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Major Functions: The following functions will be performed by the PIU level GRC:
• Registration of complaints by CDO-PIU from the 1st tier GRC and/or affected people;
• Eligibility assessment of grievances by the GRC Chairperson; • Information to the complainant about eligibility of the complaint; • Grievance Redress Committee meetings to discuss grievances and action
required; • Ensuring collection of detailed information about the eligible complaint; • Assessment of complaint, draw conclusion from discussions and make
recommendations; • Develop action plan outlining activities required to implement the
recommendations; • Ensuring implementation of recommendations by stakeholders or concerned
authorities; • Monitoring actions of the recommendations in view of timeline; • Feedback to the complainant on action completed against registered complaint
and seeking complainant feedback on level of satisfaction; • Closure of grievances by CDO-PIU or forwarding of complaint to PMU GRC if
grievance remains unresolved. 3rd Tier {At PMU-State Level} Composition of State Level GRC:
• Engineer in Chief, MPUDC – Chairperson • Deputy Project Director (T) • Deputy Project Director (A) (Secretary) • Project Officer • Community Development Officer CDO-PMU • PMC TL or representative Advisor
Major Functions: The state level GRC will be responsible to perform the following functions:
• Registration of complaints received from GRC PIU and/or affected people; • Information to the complainant about eligibility of the complaint; • Eligibility assessment of grievances by the GRC PMU chairperson with support
of the • Secretary of state GRC- – whether grievance is eligible for consideration or not
at the state level; • Ensuring collection of required information about the eligible complaint; • Assessment of complaint to draw conclusion from discussions and make
recommendations; • Develop action plan outlining activities required to implement the
recommendations; • Ensuring implementation of recommendations by stakeholders or concerned
authorities; • Monitoring actions of the recommendations in view of timeline; • Closing complaint after all actions taken as per recommendations and feedback
to the complainant.
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• Advise to complainants about approach /appeal to the concerned department in case the complainant is not satisfied or complaint is beyond the scope of the GRC PMU.
Figure 26: Work Flow Diagram on GRM
F. Process of Grievance Redress Mechanism
146. The following process shall be adopted for receiving complaints and addressing received complaints:
Step 1: Receiving Grievances/ Complaints and its Registration at town Level
• All grievances, complaints, concerns shall be submitted verbally or in writing to CDO contractor’s focal person or any GRC members – by filling the Complaint
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Registration Slip and putting into the complaint box placed at construction sites or ULB office.
• Received complaints shall be recorded, compiled and Registered (Grievance Number) in a register (database) placed at the ULB by CDO with support of the contractor’s focal person on a daily basis (24 hours). Each grievance shall be given a number to track status.
Step 2: Review of Grievances, Sorting, Information and Forwarding (24 hours)
• Registered grievances shall be reviewed by the CDO with support of the contractor’s focal person.
• Based on type of grievances, CDO shall sort out grievances with support of the contractor’s focal person.
• CDO (ULB) shall inform the GRC Chairperson about all grievances either by phone or in writing. At that time, CDO may suggest grievances can be managed by the site engineer to the GRC Chairperson;
• GRC Chairperson will determine eligibility of the complaints. Inconveniences caused by minor construction related issues shall be referred to the site engineer to resolve immediately or within 24 hours. For example -site engineer shall be instructed to resolve grievances associated with construction at the town such as restoration of road, obstruction in accessing house/shop or any place due to dumping of construction materials, dust etc. Site engineer will be responsible to respond to the complaints immediately. On the other hand, issues which cannot be resolved by the site engineer and if it is complex in nature shall be referred to GRC.
• CDO shall receive acknowledgement from concerned authorities (site engineer) on receipt of the grievances shared with them. CDO shall inform complainants regarding eligibility of their complaint and action to be taken by the concerned authority (site engineer/ GRC) within (24 hours). If the grievance is ineligible, complainants should be informed of the reasons;
Step 3: Eligibility and Preparation for GRC meeting (3 days) • GRC Chairperson shall receive eligible complaints (copy of written complaint
document or verbally recorded messages) from the CDO (ULB) and review details; GRC Chairperson may ask to collect baseline information about the grievances registered, if required.
• GRC Chairperson shall share list of documents with the GRC Secretary to collect baseline information on selected grievances to be addressed.
• The GRC Secretary shall arrange all documents with the help of CDO-ULB, CDO-PIU or the contractor’s focal person in a proper way to present in front of GRC.
• GRC Chairperson shall call a meeting as per convenient date and time of the committee members.
Step 4: Assessment of the Grievance, Meeting and Plan of Action (7 days)
• If necessary, the GRC shall consult and seek relevant information about complaint from the concerned parties.
• On basis of the collected evidences, GRC shall draw conclusions and make recommendations for a solution.
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• GRC Secretary shall keep record of the proceedings and decisions taken by GRC members to further track the status as per decided time line.
• The GRC shall agree on the action plan required to be implemented according to the recommendations made. The action plan shall include detailed activities along with timeline.
• GRC Secretary shall inform to the complainant about the decisions taken by the committee members and expected date of resolution of the grievance.
• If the complaint is complex, the GRC may request for additional time and resolution after proper assessment or refer the complaint to the GRC-PMU Level.
Step 5: Implementation of Action (30 days)
• The concerned parties shall be responsible to implement action plan according to recommendations of the GRC.
• The GRC members may arrange field trip and interact with the concerned persons, if needed before reaching the conclusion.
Step 6: Monitoring and Reporting (Monthly)
• CDO (ULB) shall be responsible to track and record status of all complaints -whether forwarded to site engineer or GRC in the database as follows – Grievance registered, Grievance in process to be resolved, Grievance addressed and closed, and Grievance forwarded to concerned authorities.
• CDO (ULB) shall be responsible to report/inform status of the complaints (received, addressed and forwarded) to the contractor for further reporting to respective PIU.
• Overall GRC chairperson shall be responsible for effective management of complaints at the town level.
Step 7: Closure of the Complaint
• GRC Secretary shall prepare a summary of the findings and share with GRC members.
• On agreement of all GRC members, GRC Secretary shall provide information to the complainant about decisions taken in writing/verbal on the registered complaint and seek feedback of the complainant about the decisions taken. A copy of the letter shall be kept as record with GRC Secretary and CDO (ULB).
• Complaint shall be considered closed if all actions have been taken and the complainant satisfied with the resolution.
• GRC Secretary shall prepare a closure report of the grievances handled by GRC members and the closure shall be documented by the CDO (ULB) in his register.
Step 8: Appeal to the State level GRC
• In the event that GRC PIU cannot make a decision on how to resolve the complaint, or if a complainant is not satisfied with the actions taken to resolve the complaint by the GRC (PIU), an appeal can be made to state level GRC (PMU) either by the GRC Chairperson (PIU) or complainant directly.
• GRC Chairperson (PIU) or complainant shall submit an appeal in writing to the state level GRC established at PMU.
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• The state GRC Secretary shall register the case in consultation with Chairperson and provide a number of the grievances to be tracked.
• The state GRC Secretary shall acknowledge the registration of the grievance to the complainant in writing.
• The Secretary of the GRC shall review the registered grievances and collect required evidences from relevant parties to present case to the GRC.
• The state GRC Chairperson shall call a GRC meeting to review the complaint. GRC members shall get information about the meeting in advance to ensure their availability in the meeting.
• The state GRC shall draw conclusions and recommendations based on the evidence in the meeting. At the same time an action plan shall be developed for implementation with a timeline.
• The state GRC Secretary shall communicate decisions of the State GRC to the complainant in writing. The copy of the communication shall be kept with the state GRC Secretary as record.
• The recommendations shall be implemented immediately
• Upon completion of the recommended actions, the state GRC Secretary shall prepare a report on the closure of the complaint which will be signed by the complainant and state GRC Chairperson. A copy of the same shall be kept for record.
147. The structure and process of GRM is presented below for detailed understanding
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Figure 27: Structure and Process of GRC
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G. Monitoring and Evaluation Systems of GRM
148. All grievances, concerns and complaints received shall be recorded by concerned authorities to be tracked. The status of the grievances shall be discussed in the review meetings organized at PIU and PMU level. The following indicators shall be monitored and recorded
- Number and type of complaints received; - Number and % of complaints that have been resolved; - Number and % of complaints that are unresolved;
The State GRC shall review grievance related data on monthly basis to evaluate the functionality of the system, as well as to note the followings:
• Failures to follow GRM procedures;
• Delays in complaint resolution, particularly those that can affect project construction;
• Most frequent types of grievances and complaints;
• Location(s) producing the most grievances and complaints;
H. Action Plan for the formation of the GRM
S. No Action Plan Timeline
A Action required at PMU/PMC
A1 Letter for formation of GRC and follow up Pre -construction
A2 Development of GRM Manual Pre -construction
A3 Orientation of GRC members by integrating with
training/workshops/meetings
Construction
A4 Integration of GRC topic in BCC – like availability of GRC and its
procedure
Construction
A5 Review of functioning of GRC by integrating with meetings and
visits
Construction
B Action at Town level
B1 Formation of GRC at town level and inform to the PMU/PMC Pre -construction
B2 Information to All ULB Officials/Public about existence of
GRC, its committee members and their function
Construction
B3 Orientation of all GRC members during visit of PMU and PMC
officials
Construction
B4 Tracking of complaint registered and its status Construction
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B5 Sharing status of grievances with PIUs with the help of GRC
person
Construction
B6 Training of selected women to maintain grievances at customer
service center (Educated Prerak (Motivator) may be considered)
Construction
B7 Complaint management Operation and
maintenance phase
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
A. Environmental Management Plan
149. An environmental management plan (EMP) has been developed to provide mitigation measures to reduce all negative impacts to acceptable levels. 150. The EMP will guide the environmentally-sound construction of the subproject and ensure efficient lines of communication between MPUDC, project management unit (PMU), project implementing unit (PIU), consultants and contractors. The EMP will (i) ensure that the activities are undertaken in a responsible non-detrimental manner; (i) provide a pro-active, feasible and practical working tool to enable the measurement and monitoring of environmental performance on site; (ii) guide and control the implementation of findings and recommendations of the environmental assessment conducted for the subproject; (iii) detail specific actions deemed necessary to assist in mitigating the environmental impact of the subproject; and (iv) ensure that safety recommendations are complied with. The EMP includes a monitoring program to measure the environmental condition and effectiveness of implementation of the mitigation measures. It will include observations on- and off-site, document checks, and interviews with workers and beneficiaries. 151. The contractor will be required to submit to PIU, for review and approval, a site environmental plan (SEP) including (i) proposed sites/locations for construction work camps, storage areas, hauling roads, lay down areas, disposal areas for solid and hazardous wastes; (ii) specific mitigation measures following the approved EMP; (iii) monitoring program as per SEP; and (iv) budget for SEP implementation. No works are allowed to commence prior to approval of SEP. 152. A copy of the EMP/approved SEP will be kept on site during the construction period at all times. The EMP included in the bid and contract documents. Non-compliance with, or any deviation from, the conditions set out in this document constitutes a failure in compliance. 153. For civil works, the contractor will be required to (i) carry out all of the mitigation and monitoring measures set forth in the approved SEP; and (ii) implement any corrective or preventative actions set out in safeguards monitoring reports that the employer will prepare from time to time to monitor implementation of this IEE and SEP. The contractor shall allocate budget for compliance with these SEP measures, requirements and actions. 154. The following tables 14 to 19, show the potential environmental impacts, proposed mitigation measures and responsible agencies for implementation and monitoring.
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Table 14: Design Stage Environmental Management Plan Field Anticipated
Impact Mitigation Measures Responsible for
Implementation / Monitoring
Cost and Source of Funds
Design of water supply system
Unsustainable source; resource conservation & energy use Patera Surface water Source
• Discontinuation of current unsustainable groundwater source and creating a new water supply system based on nearest surface water source of Byarma River being executed by Jal Nigam, GoMP.
• Avoiding creation of new source, raw water transmission and treatment facility by utilizing the under operation multi rural water supply project bulk infrastructure (MPJNM project) to obtain treated water directly for supply in Patera town;
• Minimizing water losses from pipelines by perfect jointing and alignments using appropriate techniques (HDPE pipes up to 150 mm dia joined by electro fusion couplers using on-site electro fusion welding, and all higher dia pipes by on site butt welding)
• Designing the entire system to maintain optimal flow and terminal pressure, and optimizing the overall energy usage
• Reducing the incidence of water borne diseases by providing 100% population including urban poor with potable water supplies
• Improve water use efficiency and reduce water wastage at household level by recording and monitoring the water usage, and charging the consumers as per usage; due consideration to urban poor
• Minimize unaccounted for water (UFW) losses using district metered area approach with flow meter and pressure logging arrangements to identify and rectify the leaks, and unauthorized connections
• Using low-noise and energy efficient pumping systems
• During the design, construction, and operation of the project, apply pollution prevention and control technologies and practices consistent with international good practice, as reflected in
DBO Contractor /
PMU
Project Costs
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation / Monitoring
Cost and Source of Funds
internationally recognized standards such as the World Bank Group’s Environment, Health and Safety Guidelines (IFC’s General EHS Guidelines7 and Sector Specific (Water and Sanitation) Guidelines8).
Water abstraction
Project sustainability & water use conflicts
• MP Jal Nigam has already given approval to provide treated water to Patera Water Supply Scheme – Permission already obtained
• As the treated water is directly sourced from MPJNM project, PMU to ensure that all necessary permissions that are required for MPJNM project are obtained by MP Jal Nigam on time – this include permission WRD for MPJNM project
PMU & Patera Nagar Parishad
Project Costs
Procurement of Material
Procurement of Hazardous material (Biphenyl)
• No transformer shall be procured under MPUSIP which contains biphenyl
• The Bid Document should clearly state this condition.
DBO Contractor /
PMU
Project Costs
Table 15: Pre-Construction State Environmental Management Plan Field Anticipated
Impact Mitigation Measures Responsible for
Implementation Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
7https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/554e8d80488658e4b76af76a6515bb18/Final%2B-%2BGeneral%2BEHS%2BGuidelines.pdf?MOD=AJPERES 8 https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/e22c050048855ae0875cd76a6515bb18/Final%2B-%2BWater%2Band%2BSanitation.pdf?MOD=AJPERES
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
EMP Implementation & reporting
Unsatisfactory compliance to EMP
• Appoint EHS supervisor and designate 1 EHS coordinator (among the technical staff) in each town
• Ensure that all pre-construction activities are complete prior to start of construction work
• Updated IEE / site specific EMP will be submitted
• Ensure timely submission of monitoring reports
• “Works cannot be commenced until the contractor submits Site-specific Health and Safety Plan including Health and Safety COVID-19 Plan (HSCOVID 19) and PIU/PMU approves”
DBO contractor
• Ensure that all pre-construction activities are complete prior to start of construction work
• Ensure timely submission of monitoring reports
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility
of contractor.
Utilities Telephone lines, electric poles and wires, water lines within proposed project area
• Identify and include locations and operators of these utilities in the detailed design documents to prevent unnecessary disruption of services during construction phase; and
• Require construction contractors to prepare a contingency plan to include actions to be taken in case of unintentional interruption of services.
• Require contractors to prepare spoils (waste) management plan (Appendix 12) and traffic management plan (Appendix 11)
DBO Contractor in
collaboration with
PIU and with
approval of PMU
• List of affected utilities and operators;
• Bid document to include requirement for a contingency plan for service interruptions (example provision of water if disruption is more than 24 hours), waste management plan and traffic management plan
Project costs – general construction practice
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
Construction work camps, stockpile areas, storage areas, and disposal areas.
Conflicts with local community; disruption to traffic flow and sensitive receptors
• The Guidelines of Construction Camps mentions guidelines for siting of Construction Camp. This should be strictly maintained.
• Prioritize barren, waste, infertile, vacant lands within the area,
• Shall not be located in productive agricultural lands, water bodies, natural drainage channels, flood plains & groundwater recharge areas, forests, vegetative lands, etc.
• Prioritize areas within or nearest possible vacant space in the project location;
• If it is deemed necessary to locate elsewhere, consider sites that will not promote instability flooding and result in destruction of property, natural drainage, vegetation, irrigation, and drinking water supply systems;
• For private lands, obtain land owner’s (not lessees) written consent; indicate the requirement for reinstatement to original
• Do not consider residential areas;
• Take extreme care in selecting sites to avoid direct disposal to water body which will inconvenience the community.
• For excess spoil disposal,
DBO Contractor to
finalize locations in
consultation and
approval of PIU
• List of selected sites for construction work camps, hot mix plants, stockpile areas, storage areas, and disposal areas.
• Written consent of landowner/s (not lessee/s)
Project costs – general construction practice
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
ensure (a) site shall be selected preferably from barren, infertile lands. In case agricultural land needs to be selected, written consent from landowners (not lessees) will be obtained; (b) debris disposal site shall be at least 200 m away from surface water bodies; (c) no residential areas shall be located within 50 m downwind side of the site; and (d) site is minimum 250 m away from sensitive locations like settlements, ponds/lakes or other water bodies.
• Document site’s pre-project conditions
Sources of
Materials
Extraction of
materials can
disrupt natural
land contours
and vegetation
resulting in
accelerated
erosion,
disturbance in
natural
drainage
patterns,
ponding and
water logging,
and water
pollution.
• To prevent the adverse effect from the sourcing of quarry material required i.e. sand and stone aggregate, the following measures will be adopted in MPUSIP:
• Prioritize sites already permitted by the Department of Mines and Geology
• The material will be procured from existing quarries which have valid Environmental Clearance by the State Environmental Appraisal Committee/ State Environmental Appraisal Authority / District Level Contractual Obligation.
• Further as a contractual obligation the Contractor is
DBO Contractor to
prepare list of
approved quarry
sites and sources
of materials with
the approval of PIU
• List of approved quarry sites and sources of materials;
Part of project costs
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
required to submit the Environmental Clearance certificate and the latest copy of the six-monthly Compliance Report submitted by the Quarry to MPPCB to the PIU before the procurement of the material. Contractor to submit to PIU on a monthly basis documentation on material obtained from each source (quarry/ borrow pit).
• However, if the Contractor opens a new quarry he has to obtain the environmental clearance and submit the same to the PIU before extracting any material from the quarry/sand mine.
• Submit to MPUDC on a monthly basis report of the quantity of material procured/extracted from each quarry
• If additional quarries will be required after construction is started, inform construction contractor to obtain a written approval from PIU.
• Maintain a construction material register at the site
• A monthly report will be submitted to PIU on construction material quantity (sources-wise)
• All clearance/license copies of quarries / borrow areas are provided to PIU for prior approval
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
Consents,
permits,
clearances,
NOCs, etc.
Failure to
obtain
necessary
consents,
permits, NOCs,
etc. can result
to design
revisions and/or
stoppage of
works
• Obtain all necessary consents, permits, clearance, NOCs,
• Ensure that all necessary approvals for construction to be obtained by contractor are in place including in compliance with labour laws, before start of construction
• Contractor to acknowledge in writing to PIU and provide report on compliance all obtained consents, permits, clearance, NOCs, etc.
• Copies of all permission / approvals are submitted to PIU prior to start of work
• Include in detailed design drawings and documents all conditions and provisions if necessary
PIU and PMU • Incorporated in final design and communicated to contractors.
No cost required. Cost of obtaining all consents, permits, clearance, NOCs, etc. prior to start of civil works responsibility of PIU.
Asbestos
Cement Pipes
Health risk due
to exposure to
asbestos
materials
• Obtain details from PHED/NPs on location of underground AC pipes
• Contractor should prepare a detailed survey with the assistance of PHED and /NP on the presence of existing AC pipes in the distribution network or on areas which involve pipe laying activities. In the final IEE, a map showing the exact location of the AC pipes should be provided.
• Locate the new pipe/sewer carefully to avoid encountering AC pipes
DBO Contractor in
coordination with
PIU and PMC
• Detailed construction drawings showing alignment of AC pipes
No cost
required.
Mitigation
measures are
part of TOR of
PIU and
PMDSC
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
• All AC pipes will be left in situ and untouched. New pipes will be placed next to AC pipes.
• In the event, that the asbestos fibers from AC pipes were accidentally disturbed/ exposed, the contractor should also prepare SOP for handling the AC pipes.
• Safe disposal and precaution will be taken as per the USEPA https://www.epa.gov/asbestos/safe-work-practices
Guidelines to be followed for establishing construction camps / labour camps
Establishing construction camps / labour camps
• Camp sites shall be away from residential areas (100 m), sensitive areas (schools, hospitals, etc. 250 m,) water bodies (500 m) and forests (more than 1 km)
• Use unused, vacant lands; no trees shall be cut
• Provide a proper fencing/compound wall
• Prepare a site layout plan & display at the site; uniformly label (name boards) all the places in the facility
• Entire site/facility area shall be provided with hard leveled surface as appropriate; no loose soil, slush, water logging etc.,
• Living quarters and construction camps shall be provided with standard materials; no shacks
DBO Contractor to
finalize locations in
consultation and
approval of PIU
• List of selected sites for construction work camps/labour camps
Project costs – general construction practice
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
or huts
• Adequate lighting and ventilation
• Provide drinking water, water for other uses, and sanitation facilities; drinking water should be regularly tested
• Provide clear pathways for safe movement
• Provide cooking fuel (cooking gas); and a separate safe place to cook; fire wood not allowed
• Construct septic tanks and soak pit arrangement for wastewater disposal
• Solid waste shall be properly manager – provide separate bins, compost biodegradable waste; sell recyclable waste
• Camp sites shall be cleared and restored to original after completion of work, all debris, wreckage cleared
Work site
management
• Provide a proper fencing/compound wall
• Prepare a site layout plan & display at the site; uniformly label (name boards) all the places in the facility
• Entire site/facility area shall be provided with hard leveled surface as appropriate; no loose soil, slush, water logging etc.,
• Provide clear pathways (for workers/staff) and roads (for
DBO Contractor • Provide a proper fencing/compound wall
Project costs – general construction practice
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Implementation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
vehicles) for safe movement in the work site
Worker
amenities at all
work sites
• A temporary rest area for workers (for resting in break time, protection against rain/sun, eating etc.)
• Drinking water
• Wash area, toilets (separate for women); mobile toilets for linear work
• Septic tank and soak pits for waste disposal
• First aid
DBO Contractor • Provide basic facilities for site worker
Project costs – general construction practice
Table 16: Construction Stage Environmental Management Plan
Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Mitigation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
EMP
Implementation
Training
Irreversible
impact to the
environment,
workers, and
community
• Project manager, staff and all key workers will be required to undergo training on EMP implementation including spoils/waste management, Standard operating procedures (SOP) for construction works; occupational health and safety (OH&S), core labor laws, applicable environmental laws, etc. prior to start of work
DBO
Contractor
Certificate of Completion
(Safeguards Compliance
Orientation)
Posting of EMP at
worksites
Cost of EMP
Implementation
Orientation
Training to
contractor is
responsibility of
PMU.
Other costs
responsibility of
contractor.
Air Quality Emissions from
construction
vehicles,
equipment, and
Vehicle emissions;
• Fit all heavy equipment, and machinery with air pollution control devices which are operating correctly; all the vehicle shall meet
DBO
Contractor
• Location of stockpiles;
• Complaints from sensitive receptors;
• Heavy equipment
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Mitigation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
machinery used
for installation of
pipelines
resulting to
dusts and
increase in
concentration of
vehicle-related
pollutants such
as carbon
monoxide, sulfur
oxides,
particulate
matter, nitrous
oxides, and
hydrocarbons.
the emission norms and shall have valid pollution under control (PUC) certificate (Appendix 5)
• Pollution under control (PUC) certificate will be obtained for all vehicles, equipment, and records maintained
Dust Control;
• Dust screen will be provided around work sites (GLSR etc.)
• Loose soil on work sites, vehicle and worker movement areas will be properly rammed and stabilized to minimize dust generation; it will be ensured that no loose soil surface at working places
• Access to work area will be controlled; unnecessary movement of vehicles, workers and public in work areas will be controlled to minimize soil disturbance
• Prior to any leveling or earth moving activity, water will be sprinkled to avoid dust
• Damp down exposed soil and any stockpiled material on site by water sprinkling;
• Water will be sprinkled adequately (at least daily 3 times in dry weather) to maintain surface in stabilized and damp condition
• Material stocks will be covered with tarpaulins/covers at the sites
• Use tarpaulins to cover sand and other loose material when transported by trucks;
and machinery with air pollution control devices;
• Pollution under control certificate
responsibility of
contractor.
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Mitigation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
• Loose material from trucks will be unloaded in a barricaded area and with water sprinkling
• Clean wheels and undercarriage of haul trucks prior to leaving construction site
• Disallow access in the work area except workers to limit soil disturbance and prevent access by barricading and security personnel
Dust control from pipeline works;
• Construction area will be barricaded on both sides using hard barricades of 2m height
• Site clearance and excavation work will be commenced only after barricading the site
• Works and all associated activities (material, soil, debris, equipment, machinery) will be confined to barricaded area
• Excavated soil storage will be removed from the site immediately & stored/disposed at identified site
• Work will be undertaken section wise (100-500 m) at various places; these sections will be demarcated and barricaded and trench filled
• Work will be conducted work sequentially - excavation, pipe laying, backfilling; testing section-wise (for a minimum length as possible) so that backfilling, stabilization of soil can be done
• Excavated soil will be removed
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Mitigation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
section-wise, and used for filling the previous section, this is to avoid stocking of excavated soil
• Road restoration will be taken up immediately after backfilling by proper consolidation
• Conduct air quality monitoring as per the monitoring plan
Surface water
quality
Water pollution /
works in rainy
season,
Mobilization of
settled silt
materials, and
chemical
contamination
from fuels and
lubricants during
installation of
pipelines can
contaminate
nearby surface
water quality.
• No earthwork will be conducted during rainy season
• All earthworks be conducted during the dry season to prevent the problem of soil run-off during monsoon season;
• Avoid stockpiling of earth fill especially during the monsoon season unless covered by tarpaulins or plastic sheets;
• Prioritize re-use of excess spoils and materials in the construction works. If spoils will be disposed, only designated disposal areas shall be used;
• Disposal sites will be selected prior to start of construction following the EMP guidelines
• Dispose any wastes generated by construction activities in designated sites; and
• Install temporary silt traps or sedimentation basins along the drainage leading to the water bodies to control water pollution;
• Place storage areas for fuels and lubricants away from any drainage leading to water bodies;
DBO
Contractor
• Areas for stockpiles, storage of fuels and lubricants and waste materials;
• Records of surface water quality inspection;
• Effectiveness of water management measures;
• No visible degradation to nearby drainages, nallahs or water bodies due to civil works
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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Field Anticipated Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for Mitigation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
• Temporary drains or bunds will be created around the periphery of work area to avoid flooding, and entry of runoff
• Accumulated water in work areas / excavated pits will be pumped to a emporary ponds / sedimentation basins; only clarified water will be disposed into drains
• Safety measures will be undertaken to avoid any risk of collapse due to water entry
• Install Bio-Toilets in all worksites especially in Urban Areas and Forest Areas and Conduct surface quality inspection according to the Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
Noise Levels Increase in
noise level due
to earth-moving
and excavation
equipment, and
the
transportation of
equipment,
materials, and
people
• Noisy works will be avoided in the night
• Plan activities in consultation with PIU so that activities with the greatest potential to generate noise are conducted during periods of the day which will result in least disturbance;
• Horns should not be used unless it is necessary to warn other road users or animals of the vehicle’s approach;
• Drivers will be trained to avoid usage of horns unnecessarily
• Minimize noise from construction equipment by using vehicle silencers, fitting jackhammers with noise-reducing mufflers, and use
DBO
Contractor
• Complaints from sensitive receptors;
• Use of silencers in noise-producing equipment and sound barriers;
• Equivalent day and night time noise levels
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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portable street barriers to minimize sound impact to surrounding sensitive receptor; and
• Maintain maximum sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels (dBA) when measured at a distance of 10 m or more from the vehicle/s.
• Before undertaking work with heavy noise/vibration, surrounding area / buildings will be surveyed to identify any old / sensitive buildings at risk, and necessary precautions will be taken to avoid any risk
• Identify any buildings at risk from vibration damage and avoiding any use of pneumatic drills or heavy vehicles in the vicinity;
• Noisy works will not be conducted near sensitive places (hospitals, schools, etc.,) and at sensitive times (festivals etc.,); works will be scheduled accordingly
Landscape and
aesthetics
Impacts due to
excess
excavated earth,
excess
construction
materials, and
solid waste such
as removed
concrete, wood,
packaging
materials, empty
containers,
• Prepare and implement a Construction Waste Management Plan
• All the cut and open surfaces shall be properly consolidated and protected with surface pitching /grass turfing etc. as appropriate to avoid any surface erosion
• Excess soil / debris will be utilized in construction / useful purposes to avoid disposal
• Excess soils/debris will be removed from site on regular basis to avoid stockpiling at site
DBO
Contractor
• Complaints from sensitive receptors;
• Worksite clear of hazardous wastes such as oil/fuel
• Worksite clear of any excess excavated earth, excess construction materials, and solid waste such as removed concrete, wood, packaging materials, empty
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
spoils, oils,
lubricants, and
other similar
items.
• Disposal site will be identified prior to start of work following EMP guidelines
• Stockpiles, lubricants, fuels, and other materials should be located away from steep slopes and water bodies;
• Avoid stockpiling any excess spoils. Excess excavated soils should be dispose to approved designated areas;
• Domestic waste generated at camp sites will be properly segregated in biodegradable and non-biodegradable for collection and disposal to designated solid waste disposal site; biodegradable waste composted in impervious pit at site; recyclable waste will be sold in market
• Residual and hazardous wastes such as oils, fuels, and lubricants will be disposed via licensed agencies by MPPCB
• Burning of construction and domestic waste will not be allowed
• Ensure that wastes are not haphazardly dumped within the project site and adjacent areas.
• Sites will be managed neatly; waste collection bins will be provided, awareness will be created among workers, staff in site cleanliness
• All camp/work sites will be restored to original condition after the completion of work
containers
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• Get approval of PIU in writing that the necessary environmental restoration work has been adequately performed before acceptance of work.
Existing
Infrastructure
and Facilities
Disruption of
service and
damage to
existing
infrastructure at
specified project
location
• Obtain from PIU the list of affected utilities and operators if any;
• Prepare a contingency plan to include actions to be done in case of unintentional interruption of service
DBO
Contractor
• Existing Utilities Contingency Plan
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
Ecological
Resources –
Terrestrial
Loss of
vegetation and
tree cover
• Avoid removal of trees and vegetation along the roads best pipeline alignments and layout planning of reservoirs and facilities, however, if this cannot be avoided fully, undertake compensatory tree plantation (5 trees to 1 tree removed or as mentioned in the regulatory documents or any permits)
• Minimize removal of vegetation and disallow cutting of trees;
• If tree-removal will be required, obtain tree-cutting permit and (iii) Plant 5 native trees for every one that is removed.
DBO
Contractor
• PIU to report in writing the no of trees cut and planted.
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
Accessibility
Traffic problems
and conflicts
near project
locations and
haul road
Traffic management / access during pipeline works;
• Pipeline work implementation plan will be prepared for each road; works will not be conducted in all roads at once in a locality; alternative roads for traffic
Construction
Contractor
• Traffic route during construction works including number of permanent signages, barricades and flagmen on worksite (Appendix 11);
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
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movement will be ensured
• A simple traffic management plan will be prepared in consultation with traffic police for each road, and displayed on site; one-week prior notice will be provided
• Coordinate with Traffic Police for temporary road diversions, where necessary, and for provision of traffic aids if transportation activities cannot be avoided during peak hours
• Temporary diversions will be provided as required, with prior public information
• Confine work areas along the roads to the minimum possible extent; all the activities, including material & waste/surplus soil stocking should be confined to this area. Proper barricading should be provided; avoid material/surplus soil stocking in congested areas – immediately removed from site/ or brought to the as and when required
• Work area will be properly defined, barricaded; minimum strip of land will be used
• Material / waste / soil will not be stocked obstructing the traffic, pedestrian etc.,
• Trench width will be minimized as much as possible by adopting best construction methods with proper shoring/bracing
• Work site will be kept free from all
• Complaints from sensitive receptors;
• Number of signages placed at project location.
contractor.
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
unnecessary obstructions
• Public information boards, sign boards, caution boards will be provided along with contact numbers
• Notify affected public by public information notices, providing sign boards informing nature and duration of construction works and contact numbers for concerns/complaints.
• Prior to start of pipeline work, information will be provide to the public through media – newspapers and local cable television (TV) services
Access to houses/business during pipeline works;
• Access to any house, business or property will not be blocked completely, at least safe pedestrian access will be maintained
• Leave spaces for access between mounds of soil;
• Provide walkways (Trench Bridge) on excavated trenches where required to maintain access across for people and vehicles;
Material transport using heavy trucks;
• Plan transportation routes so that heavy vehicles do not use narrow local roads, except in the immediate vicinity of delivery sites;
• Material haulage vehicles will main/wide roads as far as possible
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
• Transportation / hauling activities will be conducted during non-peak hours (6:30 am to 8:00 am)
• Locate entry and exit points in areas where there is low potential for traffic congestion;
• Proper entry and exits facilities will be provided at low traffic places
• Keep the site free from all unnecessary obstructions;
• Drivers will be trained to drive vehicles in a considerate manner and following all traffic rules
For works in very narrow roads;
• Inform the local / affected local population / business, 1-week in advance about the work schedule and access restrictions
• Plan and execute the work in such a way that the period of disturbance/ loss of access is minimum.
• Provide pedestrian access in all the locations until normalcy is restored. Provide trench bridge over the open trenches at each house to maintain the access.
Socio-
Economic –
Income.
Impede the
access of
residents and
customers to
nearby shops
• Leave spaces for access between mounds of soil;
• Provide walkways (wooden plank/foot bridges) for pedestrian and metal sheets for vehicle to allow access across trenches to premises where required to for people and vehicles;
• Increase workforce in the areas
DBO
Contractor
• Complaints from sensitive receptors;
• Spoils management plan
• Number of walkways, signages, and metal sheets placed at project location.
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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with predominantly institutions, place of worship, business establishment, hospitals, and schools to complete the work in lesser time. Also provide trench bridge for pedestrian access and adequate facilities for vehicular access near schools and hospitals;
• Consult businesses and institutions regarding operating hours and factoring this in work schedules; and
• Consult affected business people to inform them in advance when work will occur.
• Provide sign boards s to inform nature and duration of construction works and contact numbers for concerns/complaints.
• Notify community/ water users in advance about likely interruptions in water supply.
• Provide alternate sources of clean water until water supply is restored.
• Physical impacts will be reduced by the method of working and scheduling of work, whereby the project components will be
• Constructed by small teams working at a time;
• Any excavation done in market will be protected as per standard norms.
• Market area will require night work. For night work Contractor will ensure lights not focusing on
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
houses,
• Use of low noise generator.
• Proper signage’ sand barricades. • Prior noticed before construction
work of a particular stretch to shops etc.
Socio-
Economic –
Employment
Generation of
temporary
employment and
increase in local
revenue
• Employ at least 50% of the labour force, or to the maximum extent, local persons within the 2-km immediate area if suitably skilled manpower is available;
• Comply with labor laws
DBO
Contractor
• Employment records;
• Compliance to labor laws (see Appendix 9 of this IEE)
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
Occupational
Health and
Safety
Occupational
hazards which
can arise during
work
• Comply with all national, state and local core labor laws (see Appendix 9 of this IEE)
• Following internationally recognized health and safety standards such as the World Bank Group’s Environment, Health and Safety Guidelines (IFC’s General EHS Guidelines9 and Sector Specific (Water and Sanitation) Guidelines10).
• Develop and implement site-specific occupational health and safety (OH&S) Plan which will include measures such as: (a) excluding public from the site; (b) ensuring all workers are provided with and use personal protective equipment like helmet, gumboot,
DBO
Contractor
• Site-specific OH&S Plan;
• Equipped first-aid stations;
• Medical insurance coverage for workers;
• Number of accidents;
• Supplies of potable drinking water;
• Clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to hazardous or noxious substances;
• record of H&S orientation trainings
• personal protective
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
9https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/554e8d80488658e4b76af76a6515bb18/Final%2B-%2BGeneral%2BEHS%2BGuidelines.pdf?MOD=AJPERES 10 https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/e22c050048855ae0875cd76a6515bb18/Final%2B-%2BWater%2Band%2BSanitation.pdf?MOD=AJPERES
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
safety belt, gloves, nose musk and ear plugs; (c) OH&S Training for all site personnel; (d) documented procedures to be followed for all site activities; and (e) documentation of work-related accidents;
• A detailed guidance for Safety from COVID-19 Pandemic during construction works is provided in Appendix 20 - Guideline for Construction work about safety from COVID-19 Pandemic (SOP – Health & Safety Plan).
• Site will be prepared and maintained to create safe working conditions; workers will be provided with safe work areas, elevated platforms, steps, ladders, walkways /access to work areas and amenities
• Deep excavations (more than 1 m) will be properly protected to avoid collapse (safety measures such as / shoring / safe slopes)
• Hard barricading will be provided around deep trenches / pits of more than 1.5 m deep
• All necessary precautions will be taken to avoid collapse of trench/pit, and damage to surrounding structures
• Proper personnel protection equipment will be provided to all workers / staff; and its use will be ensured
• Ensure that qualified first-aid can
equipment;
• % of moving equipment outfitted with audible back-up alarms;
• permanent sign boards for hazardous areas such as energized electrical devices and lines, service rooms housing high voltage equipment, and areas for storage and disposal.
• Compliance to core labor laws (see Appendix 9 of this IEE)
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
be provided at all times. Equipped first-aid stations shall be easily accessible throughout the site;
• Provide medical insurance coverage for workers;
• All installations will be properly secured from unauthorized intrusion and accident risks; hazardous locations will be properly marked
• All work sites will be properly secured, barricaded to avoid unauthorized public/traffic entry
• Provide road signs and flagman to regulate traffic / pedestrians / road users of on-going trenching activities
• Site safety orientation will be provided to all visitors to the site
• Drinking water, sanitation, washing and resting facilities will be provided at all sites; separate sanitation facilities for women
• Provide clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to hazardous or noxious substances;
• Provide H&S orientation training to all new workers to ensure that they are apprised of the basic site rules of work at the site, personal protective protection, and preventing injuring to fellow workers;
• Provide visitor orientation if visitors to the site can gain access to areas where hazardous conditions or substances may be present.
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
Ensure also that visitor/s do not enter hazard areas unescorted;
• Ensure the visibility of workers through their use of high visibility vests when working in or walking through heavy equipment operating areas;
• Proper audible back-up alarms will be ensured for all moving equipment/machinery
• Provide safety sign, caution, information boards on site for workers and staff awareness, follow up
• Mark and provide sign boards for hazardous areas such as energized electrical devices and lines, service rooms housing high voltage equipment, and areas for storage and disposal. Signage shall be in accordance with international standards
• Emergency procedures and contact information will be provided on all sites
• Accidents will be promptly registered and reported; register will be maintained at every work site
• Public compliant box and compliant register will be provided at every work site
• Disallow worker exposure to noise level greater than 85 dBA for a duration of more than 8 hours per day without hearing protection. The use of hearing protection shall
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
be enforced actively.
COVID 19
response
Spread of
infection,
adverse impact
on health of
workers, staff
and community
• In view of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the contractors and workers shall need to take additional measures to avoid the spread of the disease and shall follow various guidelines/guidance notes issued by the national/state governments and international organizations such as WHO, ILO, etc., from time to time.
• Contractor shall prepare a site-specific Health and Safety COVID-19 Pan (HS COVID-19 Plan) in accordance with the government policy, legislation and regulatory requirements on COVID-19 prevention and control. In the absence thereof, the HS COVID-19 Plan should be updated in accordance with international good practice guidelines issues by agencies like World health organization (WHO), International Labour Organization, etc.,
• The HS COVID-19 Plan must be approved by the PMU prior to commencement of works. Appendix 20 provides a basic COVID-19 health and safety plan.
• The contractor shall submit a fortnightly monitoring and progress report to PIU on implementation of HS COVID-19 Plan.
DBO
Contractor
• PIU Contractor costs
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Mitigation Measures Responsible for Mitigation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
Asbestos
Cement (AC)
Materials
Health risks
associated with
AC pipes
• Location of existing/old AC pipes will be identified prior to excavation for new pipes
• Underground AC pipes will left as it is in the ground without disturbing / touching
• Awareness will be created among workers and supervisors on AC pipes
• Workers should be made aware to identify AC pipes.
• Work in such area should be immediately stopped and the excavations backfilled so that it does not expose others to asbestos risk.
• The Contractor Should prepare an Asbestos Management Plan as illustrated in the flow chart for Asbestos Management
• Application of a detailed H&S procedure by the contractor such that equipment and workers who might have been accidentally exposed to asbestos dust are protected (as per international protocols for exposure to protocol.
• Report the incident to the PIU and PMU
• Additional supervision to be provided by PIU/PMU/PMC to ensure works are done as per protocol
• Report the incidence of asbestos and its management to ADB as part of the SEMR.
DBO
Contractor
• on site observations & records
• Asbestos management Plan
• Reporting of Incidence by DBO Contractor
• Supervision report of Asbestos management in SEMR
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
Community
Health and
Safety.
Traffic accidents
and vehicle
collision with
pedestrians
during material
and waste
transportation
• Plan routes to avoid times of peak-pedestrian activities.
• Liaise with PIU/ULB in identifying high-risk areas on route cards/maps.
• Maintain regularly the vehicles and use of manufacturer-approved parts to minimize potentially serious accidents caused by equipment malfunction or premature failure.
• Provide road signs and flag persons to warn of on-going trenching activities.
DBO
Contractor
• Traffic Management Plan;
• Complaints from sensitive receptors
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
Safety of
sensitive
groups
(children,
elders etc.)
and others
pedestrians in
narrow streets
Trench
excavation in in
narrow streets
will pose high
risk to children
and elders in the
locality
• Provide prior information to the local people about the nature and duration of work
• Conduct awareness program on safety during the construction work
• Undertake the construction work stretch-wise; excavation, pipe laying and trench refilling should be completed on the same day
• Provide barricades, and deploy security personnel to ensure safe movement of people and also to prevent unnecessary entry and to avoid accidental fall into open trenches
DBO
Contractor
• Complaints from neighborhood and monitoring of accidents
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
Work Camps
and worksites
Temporary air
and noise
pollution from
machine
operation, water
pollution from
• Consult with PIU before locating project offices, sheds, and construction plants;
• Minimize removal of vegetation and disallow cutting of trees;
• Provide drinking water, water for other uses, and sanitation facilities
DBO
Contractor
• Complaints from sensitive receptors;
• Drinking water and sanitation facilities for employees
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
storage and use
of fuels, oils,
solvents, and
lubricants
Unsanitary and
poor living
conditions for
workers
for employees;
• Ensure conditions of livability at work camps are maintained at the highest standards possible at all times;
• Prohibit employees from poaching wildlife and cutting of trees for firewood;
• Train employees in the storage and handling of materials which can potentially cause soil contamination;
• Recover used oil and lubricants and reuse or remove from the site;
• Manage solid waste according to the preference hierarchy: reuse, recycling and disposal to designated areas;
• Ensure unauthorized persons specially children are not allowed in any worksite at any given time.
Establishing
construction
camps / labour
camps
Guidelines to be
followed for
establishing
construction
camps / labour
camps
• Camp sites shall be away from residential areas (100 m), sensitive areas (schools, hospitals, etc. 250 m,), water bodies (500 m) and forests (more than 1 km)
• Use unused, vacant lands; no trees shall be cut
• Provide a proper fencing/compound wall
• Prepare a site layout plan & display at the site; uniformly label (name boards) all the places in the facility
• Entire site/facility area shall be provided with hard leveled surface
DBO
Contractor
• Complaints from sensitive receptors;
• Drinking water and sanitation facilities for employees
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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Monitoring of Mitigation
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as appropriate; no loose soil, slush, water logging etc.,
• Living quarters and construction camps shall be provided with standard materials; no shacks or huts
• Adequate lighting and ventilation
• Provide drinking water, water for other uses, and sanitation facilities; drinking water should be regularly tested
• Provide clear pathways for safe movement
• Provide cooking fuel (cooking gas); and a separate safe place to cook; fire wood not allowed
• Construct septic tanks and soak pit arrangement for wastewater disposal
• Solid waste shall be properly manager – provide separate bins, compost biodegradable waste; sell recyclable waste
• Camp sites shall be cleared and restored to original after completion of work, all debris, wreckage cleared
Work site
management
• Provide a proper fencing/compound wall
• Prepare a site layout plan & display at the site; uniformly label (name boards) all the places in the facility
• Entire site/facility area shall be provided with hard leveled surface as appropriate; no loose soil,
DBO
Contractor
• Complaints from sensitive receptors;
• Provide a proper fencing/compound wall
• Provide clear pathways (for workers/staff) and roads (for vehicles)
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
slush, water logging etc.,
• Provide clear pathways (for workers/staff) and roads (for vehicles) for safe movement in the work site
for safe movement in the work site
Worker
amenities at all
work sites
• A temporary rest area for workers (for resting in break time, protection against rain/sun, eating etc.,)
• Drinking water
• Wash area, toilets (separate for women); mobile toilets for linear work
• Septic tank and soak pits for waste disposal
• First aid
DBO
Contractor
• Drinking water and sanitation facilities for employees
• First aid
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
Social and
Cultural
Resources
Risk of
archaeological
chance finds
• Excavation work shall be supervised by a person with archaeological training
• If any chance find is suspected during excavation/works, work will be immediately stopped, and report to PIU/PMU and PMC
• Stop work immediately to allow further investigation if any finds are suspected;
• Necessary action as suggested by concerned authorities will be undertaken
• Ensure that construction activities follows all precaution mentioned in the Plan are followed
DBO
Contractor
• mobilization of archeologist
• Records of chance finds
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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Mitigation Measures Responsible for Mitigation
Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
Submission of
EMP
implementation
report
Unsatisfactory
compliance to
EMP
• Appointment of (I) EHS Supervisor and Archeological supervisor to ensure EMP implementation
• Timely submission of monitoring reports including pictures
DBO
contractor
• Availability and competency of appointed supervisor
• Monthly report
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
Post-
construction
clean-up
Damage due to
debris, spoils,
excess
construction
materials
• All spoils wreckage, rubbish, or temporary structures (such as buildings, shelters, and latrines) which are no longer required will be removed; and
• All excavated roads shall be reinstated to original condition.
• All disrupted utilities will be restored
• All affected structures rehabilitated / compensated
• The area that previously housed the construction camp is to be checked for spills of substances such as oil, paint, etc. and these will be cleaned up.
• All hardened surfaces within the construction camp area will be ripped, all imported materials removed, and the area will be top soiled and regrassed using the guidelines set out in the revegetation specification that forms part of this document.
• The contractor must arrange the cancellation of all temporary services
• Restoration to original will be documented and reported to PIU
DBO
Contractor
• PIU/PDMC report in writing that (i) worksite is restored to original conditions; (ii) camp has been vacated and restored to pre-project conditions; (iii) all construction related structures not relevant to O&M are removed; and (iv) worksite clean-up is satisfactory.
Cost for
implementation
of mitigation
measures
responsibility of
contractor.
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Monitoring of Mitigation
Cost and Source of Funds
• .Request PIU to report in writing that worksites and camps have been vacated and restored to pre-project conditions before acceptance of work.
Table 17: Operation Stage Environmental Management Plan Field Anticipated
Impact
Mitigation Measures Responsible for
Mitigation
Monitoring of
Mitigation
Cost and
Source of
Funds
Check for blockage
and leakage
problems reducing
the water losses
Loss of water,
increased
demand and
inconvenience to
consumers &
general public
• Effective leak detection and water auditing to reduce the water losses
DBO Contractor • PIU and Patera Nagar Parishad
Operating
costs
Treated water
contamination during
transmission
Impacts on public
health
• Contamination of treated water during transmission and distribution should be prevented by quickly identifying, isolating and repairing the leak section. Develop a system of leak detection and rectification.
• Monitor the treated water supplies regularly at various points to ensure that supplied water meets drinking water standards (Appendix 10)
DBO Contractor
and Patera Nagar
Parishad
• PMU in coordination with MP Jal Nigam
• PIU and Patera Nagar Parishad
Operating
costs
Increased in sewage
generation
Water pollution,
and impacts on
public health and
environment
• Sanitation facilities needs to be improved at community level and at the town level to meet the increased sewage demand
Patera Nagar
Parishad
• PMU To be
identified -
respective
NPs
Generation of waste
materials
Impacts on public
health and
environment
• Collect solid wastes and dispose to approved disposal yards
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Operating
costs
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Occupational health
and safety
Health, social and
economic
impacts on the
workers
• Provide appropriate PPE to workers & training on its proper use
• Use fall protection equipment when working at heights.
• Maintain work areas to minimize slipping and tripping hazards.
• Implement a training program for operators who work with chlorine regarding safe handling practices and emergency response procedures.
• Prepare escape plans from areas where there might be a chlorine emission.
• Install safety showers and eye wash stations near the chlorine equipment and other areas where hazardous chemicals are stored or used.
• Prohibit eating, smoking, and drinking except in designated areas.
• Comply with all national, state and local core labor laws (see Appendix 9 of this IEE)
• Following internationally recognized health and safety standards such as the World Bank Group’s Environment, Health and Safety Guidelines (IFC’s General EHS Guidelines11 and Sector Specific (Water and Sanitation) Guidelines12).
• Develop and Implement site-specific occupational health and safety (OH&S) plan which will include measures, such as the following
• Excluding public from the site;
DBO Contractor • PIU and Patera Nagar Parishad
Operating
costs
Maintenance of
Asbestos Cement
Pipe of the Old
Network
Health Risk
arising out of
Exposure to
Asbestos
containing
The following precautions shall be applicable to
the works and contract labors equally:
• Instead of repairing the part for the network containing AC pipes are replaced with DI/HDPE pipes.
DBO Contractor/
ULB & PMU
• on site observations & records
• Asbestos management Plan
Operating
costs
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material. • In case the same is not possible the workers involved in the repair of AC pipes the following precautions shall be taken:
• Cover up and wear PPE (Personal Protection Equipment). including respirator or dust mask
• Make sure the mask has two straps to hold it firmly in place. Don’t use masks that only have one strap.
• Also wear a Hard hat, gloves, disposable coveralls with a hood, and safety glasses or goggles to protect eyes
• Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area as you may inhale or eat dust. Wash your hands and face with soap and water before meal breaks and when finished work for the day.
• Do not use power tools Asbestos fibers can be released if power tools are used for anything other than the removal of screws.
• Wet gently with water when removing asbestos cement pipes, use a pump
• Spray to lightly dampen the pipes and keep the dust down. Remember: Not to water blast asbestos cement materials
• Don’t drop fiber pipes remove them carefully? Lower them to the ground; don’t drop them, to minimize breakage.
• Lay plastic sheeting under the work area to prevent any dust contaminating the ground. Use 200-micron thick plastic sheeting or bags; these must not be made from recycled materials or re-used for any other purpose.
• • The work area has to be barricaded and there should be no un-authorized person allowed. Only Trained ACM expert should be allowed to handle the ACM along with EHS Expert.
• Close windows and doors and seal vents to stop dust getting into the house; ask
• Reporting of Incidence by DBO Contractor
• Supervision report of Asbestos management in SEMR
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neighbours to do the same. Seal off other places where dust can get in. .Remove soft furnishings like rugs, clothes, jute bags from the work area, and seal anything with plastics if it cannot be moved.
Table 18: Pre-Construction & Construction Stage Environmental Monitoring Plan
Monitoring field Monitoring location Monitoring parameters Frequency Responsibility Cost & Source of
Funds
Construction
disturbances,
nuisances, public &
worker safety,
All work sites Implementation of dust
control, noise control,
traffic management, &
safety measures.
Site inspection checklist to
review implementation is
appended at Appendix
14
Regularly as required
during construction;
checklist to be filled
monthly once
Supervising
staff and
safeguards
specialists
Part of TOR of PIU,
PMC and PMU
Ambient air quality 4 locations
(4 locations (i) 1 No.
at GSR site, (ii) 03
Nos. at distribution
work sites)
• PM10, PM2.5 NO2, SO2, CO
Once before start of
construction
Quarterly (yearly 4-times)
during construction (2
year period considered)
DBO Contractor Cost for
implementation of
monitoring measures
responsibility of
contractor
(36 samples x 5000
per sample = 180,000)
Ambient noise 4 locations
(04 locations (i) 1 No.
at GSR site, (ii) 3
Nos. at distribution
work sites)
• Day time and night time noise levels (24 hours)
Once before start of
construction
Quarterly (yearly 4-times)
during construction (2
year period considered)
DBO Contractor Cost for
implementation of
monitoring measures
responsibility of
contractor
(36 samples x 1500
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per sample = 54,000)
Table 19: Operation Stage Environmental Monitoring Plan Monitoring field Monitoring
location
Monitoring parameters Frequency Responsibility Cost & Source
of Funds
Monitoring of water
quality received from
MPJN
Sump well in Ward
No. 13
pH, Cl, F, NO3, TC, FC, Hardness, Turbidity
BOD, COD, DO, Total Alkalnity heavy metals
& pesticides
Standard physico-chemical and
bacteriological parameters for daily
monitoring
Daily and regular monitoring protocol to be
developed and implemented during operation
Daily / hourly
as per the
protocol
Jal Nigam O&M costs
Monitoring of quality
of water supplied to
consumers
Consumer end-
random sampling in
all zones
pH, Nitrite, Nitrate, Turbidity BOD, Total
Alkalnity, Total coliform and Fecal coliform
Monthly
once (Any
NABL
accredited
lab)
DBO
Contractor
O&M costs
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B. Implementation Arrangements
155. Urban Development and Environment Department (UDED) of Government of Madhya Pradesh will be the Executing Agency for the Program, responsible for management, coordination and execution of all activities funded under the loan. Implementing Agency will be the recently established Madhya Pradesh Urban Development Company (MPUDC), a wholly owned subsidiary of GoMP. A central Project Management Unit (PMU) attached to MPUDC will be responsible for implementing the MPUSIP. The PMU will be supported by Program Implementation Units (PIUs) with a flexibility to redeployment depending upon the implementation requirements. 156. The PMU and PIUs will be supported by several teams of Design Consultants in preparation of preliminary engineering designs. 157. Water Resource Review Committee (WRRC) is constituted to undertake a thorough review of the source when recommended by the Design Consultant in regard to techno-economic feasibility and sustainability especially ensuring climate change resilience, and Technical Review Committee (TRC) to review and approve the preliminary designs developed by the Design Consultants. 158. Program Management Consultant (PMC) centrally located in PMU and with field teams located in PIUs shall be responsible for implementation of the Program. All infrastructure contracts will be procured through performance-based contracts (PBCs) and include build-operate (BO) framework. Based on the preliminary designs prepared by Design Consultants, the DBO (design-build-operate) Contractor will design, construct, commission and operate for 10 years, after which it will be transferred to the respective ULB. 159. Two Committees - an Empowered Committee cum Executive Committee and a Technical Clearance and Tender Committee have been constituted by the Government to be responsible for effective and timely implementation of the Program. 160. Safeguards. At PMU, there will be two safeguard specialists: (i) Project Officer (Environment) and (ii) Social & Gender Offer, who will responsible for compliance with the environmental and social safeguards in program implementation. PO (Environment) will have overall responsibility in implementation of the investment program as per the Environmental Assessment & Review Framework (EARF) agreed between ADB and the government. At individual subproject level, PO will ensure that environmental assessment is conducted, and a project-specific is prepared and implemented, and the compliance, and corrective actions, if any are reported as required. C. EMP Compliance Responsibilities
161. PMU Responsibilities. PO (Environment) will be supported by PMC, which will be staffed with an Environmental Specialist, and Environmental Coordinators. Key tasks and responsibilities of the PO (Environment) for this sub project include the following: Bidding stage:
(i) Prior to invitation of bids for civil works contract, ensure that
a. Consent from M.P. Jal Nigam for availability & supplying required quantity of treated Water is to be obtained
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(ii) Ensure that EMP is included in bidding documents and civil works contracts (iii) Ensure that the bid/contract documents include specific provisions requiring
contractors to comply with all applicable labour laws and core labour standards including:
a. Labour welfare measures and provision of amenities b. prohibition of child labour as defined in national legislation for construction and
maintenance activities; c. equal pay for equal work of equal value regardless of gender, ethnicity, or caste; d. elimination of forced labour; e. The requirement to disseminate information on sexually transmitted diseases,
including HIV/AIDS, to employees and local communities surrounding the project sites.
(iv) Ensure that staff required for implementation of EMP (EHS officer) is included in the bid requirements
(v) Ensure that EMP cost is included in the project cost (vi) In the pre-bid meeting, provide insight into the EARF requirements, IEE update,
EMP measures, and overall compliance requirements to the bidders Construction stage: (i) Facilitate and ensure that all necessary environmental clearances/permissions,
including that of contractor’s are in place prior to start of construction (ii) Organize an induction course for the training of contractors, preparing them on
EMP implementation, environmental monitoring, and on taking immediate action to remedy unexpected adverse impacts or ineffective mitigation measures found during the course of implementation.
(iii) provide oversight on environmental management aspects of subprojects and ensure EMPs are implemented by PIU and contractors
(iv) Supervise and provide guidance to the PIUs to properly carry out the environmental monitoring as per the EMP
(v) Oversee grievance redress mechanism to address any grievances brought about in a timely manner; ensure that records are properly maintained
(vi) Consolidate monthly environmental monitoring reports from PIU and submit semi-annual monitoring reports to ADB
(vii) Oversee site closures to ensure that all work / facility sites are restored properly prior to issuing work completion certificate to the contractor
162. PIU Responsibilities. PIU will be headed by a Project Manager and supported by PMC. An Assistant Project Manager of PIU will be given additional responsibilities of safeguard tasks and will be designated as Assistant Environmental Officer (ASO). ASO will be supported by PDMC Environmental Specialist and Environmental Coordinator. Key tasks and responsibilities of the ASO for this subproject include the following:
(i) Oversee day-to-day implementation of EMPs by contractors, including compliance with all government rules and regulations, take necessary action for obtaining rights of way
(ii) Oversee environmental monitoring by contractors (iii) Take corrective actions when necessary to ensure no environmental impacts (iv) Submit monthly environmental monitoring reports to PMU (v) Conduct continuous public consultation and awareness
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(vi) Address any grievances brought about through the grievance redress mechanism in a timely manner as per the EMP
163. Contractor’s responsibilities.
Bidding stage:
(i) Understand the EMP requirements and allocate necessary resources (budget,
staff, etc.,) (ii) Understand the regulatory compliance requirements related to labour welfare,
safety, environment etc., Design stage:
(i) Review the IEE Report including the REA checklist, category and the EMP, and
conduct site visits to understand the environmental sensitivity of the project sites. (ii) Update the REA checklist, confirm the category, and update/revise the IEE
Report of the project reflecting the changes /amendments /additions that are effected in the project during the detailed design
(iii) Update / revise and finalize the EMP (iv) Provide all necessary technical assistance to PIU / ULB in obtaining regulatory
clearances/approvals. (v) Ensure that all design-related measures of the EMP, and conditions, if any, of
government regulatory agencies (like MPPCB consent conditions) are duly included in the final designs.
Construction stage: (i) Ensure that all regulatory clearances (both project related and contractor related)
are in place before start of the construction work. (ii) Mobilize EHS supervisor prior to start of work (iii) Confirm with PIU availability of rights of way at all project sites prior to start of
work. (iv) Prepare and submit: a. Construction waste management (CWM) plan b. Traffic management (TM) plan (v) Implement the mitigation measures as per the EMP including CWM & TM Plans (vi) Follow the EMP measures/guidelines for establishment of temporary construction
camps, construction waste disposal sites, and material borrow areas, etc., (vii) Implement EMP and ensure compliance with all the mitigation and enhancement
measures (viii) Conduct environmental monitoring (air, noise, water etc.,) as per the EMP (ix) Undertake immediate action as suggested by PIU / PMU / PMC to remedy
unexpected adverse impacts or ineffective mitigation measures found during the course of implementation
(x) Submit monthly compliance reports on EMP implementation (xi) Act promptly on public complaints and grievances related to construction work
and redress in a timely manner in coordination with PIU (xii) Comply with applicable government rules and regulations
Operation stage:
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(i) Implement the operation phase EMP including the monitoring plan (ii) Submit quarterly EMP implementation report
D. Training Needs
164. The following Table 20 presents the outline of capacity building program to ensure EMP implementation. The detailed and specific modules will be customized for the available skill set after assessing the capabilities of the target participants and the requirements of the project by the ES of PMC.
Table 20: Outline Capacity Building Program on EMP Implementation Description Target Participants&
Venue Cost and Source of Funds
1. Introduction and Sensitization to Environmental Issues (1 day) - ADB Safeguards Policy Statement - Government of India and Madhya Pradesh applicable safeguard laws, regulations and policies including but not limited to core labor standards, OH&S, etc. - Incorporation of EMP into the project design and contracts - Monitoring, reporting and corrective action planning
All staff and consultants involved in the project At PMU, Bhopal (combined program for all subprojects)
Included in the overall program cost
2. EMP implementation (1/2 day) - EMP mitigation & monitoring measures -Roles and responsibilities - Public relations, - Consultations - Grievance redress - Monitoring and corrective action planning - Reporting and disclosure - Construction site standard operating procedures (SOP) - AC pipe protocol - Traffic management plan - Waste management plan - Site clean-up & restoration
All PIU staff, contractor staff and consultants involved in the Patera subproject At PIU
Part of overall program costs – PMC will conduct at PIU office Part of scope of work of PMU, PIU, PMC & DBOC
3. Contractors Orientation to Workers (1/2 day) - Environment, health and safety in project construction
Once before start of work, and thereafter regular briefing every month once. Daily briefing on safety prior to start of work All workers (including unskilled laborers)
Contractors cost
E. Monitoring and Reporting
165. During the detailed design stage, DBO Contractor should confirm PMU the mobilization of Environmental Expert for IEE update and integrating design stage EMP into designs. 166. Prior to commencement of the works, the contractor will submit a compliance report to PIU that all identified pre-construction mitigation measures as detailed in the EMP are
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undertaken. Contractor should confirm EHS supervisor is mobilized and EHS coordinators are designated for each town for effective implementation of the EMU. PMU with the assistance of the PMC will review the report and permit commencement of works. 167. During construction, results from internal monitoring by the contractor will be reflected in their monthly EMP implementation reports to the PIU. PMU will review and advise contractors for corrective actions if necessary. Quarterly report summarizing compliance and corrective measures taken will be prepared by PMC field team at PIU and submitted to PMU (Appendix 15). During operation, the contractor will conduct management and monitoring actions as per the operation stage EMP, and submit to PMU and ULB a quarterly report on EMP implementation and compliance. 168. Based on monthly & quarterly reports and measurements, PMU will submit to ADB, semi-annual (6-monthly) Environmental Monitoring Reports (EMR). Once concurrence from the ADB is received the report will be disclosed on the MPUDC and PMU websites. 169. ADB will review project performance against the MPUSIP commitments as agreed in the legal documents. The extent of ADB’s monitoring and supervision activities will be commensurate with the project’s risks and impacts. Monitoring and supervising of social and environmental safeguards will be integrated into the project performance management system
F. EMP Implementation Cost
170. Most of the mitigation measures require the contractors to adopt good site practice, which should be part of their normal procedures already, so there are unlikely to be major costs associated with compliance. The costs which are specific to EMP implementation and are not covered elsewhere in the projects are given below. The total costs are estimated at INR 1.954 million, which are to be covered by contractor costs.
Table 21: Cost Estimates to Implement the EMP
Particulars Stages Unit Total Number
Rate (INR)
Cost (INR)
Costs Covered By
A. Implementation staff
2 EHS Supervisor Construction per month 24 50,000 1,200,000
DBO contract
Subtotal (A) 1,200,00
0
B. Mitigation Measures
1 Provision for tree cutting & compensatory plantation measures
Construction Per tree 100 1,000 100,000 DBO contract
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IX. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
171. The process described in this document has assessed the environmental impacts of all elements of the Patera water supply improvement subproject. All potential impacts were identified in relation to pre-construction, construction, and operation phases. Planning principles and design considerations have been reviewed and incorporated into the site planning and design process wherever possible; thus, environmental impacts as being due to the project design or location were not significant. 172. Patera town is newly established Nagar Parishad and this comes into existence on 04-03-2015 by Chief Minister Announcement. As mentioned above in Chapter VI, Section A, Patera town is having acute drinking water problem. Presently water is supplied through tube wells. Tube wells are not dependable and reliable source. Patera was included by a multi-village scheme implemented by Madhya Pradesh Jal Nigam Maryadit (MPJNM) of Government of Madhya Pradesh to provide treated water supply to the town. This scheme is based on Byarma
2 Traffic management at work sites (Pavement Markings, Channelizing Devices, Arrow Panels and Warning Lights)
Construction Lump sum – 3 towns
- - 100,000 DBO contract
Subtotal (B) 200,000
C. Monitoring Measures
1 Air quality monitoring Construction / sample 36 5,000 180,000 DBOC
2 Noise levels monitoring Construction / sample 36 1,500 54,000 DBOC
3 Water quality at consumer end
Operation LS / yr - - 70,000 DBO
Subtotal (C) 304,000
D Capacity Building
1 Training on EMP implementation
Pre-construction
Lump Sum
100,000
2 Preparation of plans and protocols (traffic management plan, waste (spoils) management plan etc., chance find protocol
Pre-construction
Lump Sum
50,000
3 Contractors Orientation to Workers on EMP implementation
Prior to dispatch to worksite
Lump Sum
25,000
Subtotal (D) 1,75,000
Total (A+B+C+D) INR 18,79,000
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River, which is 8 km away from the Patera town. The implementation of this scheme, known as “Byarma Group water supply scheme”, started by MPJNM in November 2014. This scheme includes all infrastructure required for abstracting raw water from River Byarma (river intake), water treatment plant, conveyance pipelines, etc., to supply 10.5 MLD of water to total 22 villages benefitting 62,640 people (design population of 2049) in Bareta Block of district of Damoh. Construction work of this scheme completed in May 2018, and operation started in January 2019, and since then scheme is supplying treated water. Presently Patera town is taking water from this scheme regularly. 173. The projected water demand of Patera is 1.34 MLD for ultimate year (2049). MPJNM has already consented to give required quantity of treated water to Nagar Parishad Patera from the master balancing reservoir (MBR), which is located within the town. Patera Nagar Parishad will be charged for clear treated water as per actual consumption. Therefore, under the MPUSIP, it is proposed to develop distribution system with the following components: clear water storage, conveyance and distribution network including house connections. As the subproject is sourcing treated water from a new water supply system operated by MP Jal Nigam, and therefore do not involve issues related to source sustainability or water abstraction or water treatment. 174. Since the subproject is sourcing treated water directly from an existing system, there are no impacts related to water abstraction or treatment. The likely impacts of the subproject are only related to construction and operation of distribution system. The MPJNM multi village scheme is not proposed/implemented in anticipation of the ADB project nor any components of scheme are funded by ADB project. However, the sustainability of ADB project depends on this scheme. Adequacy of water supply to meet the project demand, quality of supplied water meeting the drinking water standards, and regulatory compliance is necessary for the ADB project to be sustainable and provide intended benefits. In terms of water adequacy, scheme is developed based on proper assessment of water availability in River Byarma, which is a perennial river, and water allocation to Patera is already made in the scheme, so there unlikely to be issues related to source sustainability. The water quality of Byarma River is suitable for drinking after conventional treatment and disinfection. Water treatment plant is already under operation and delivering water in required quality. In terms of regulatory compliance, MPUDC is coordinating with MPJNM to obtain necessary information. Since the scheme is already in operation, it is most likely that clearances / permissions in place. Information will be provided in the updated IEE during detailed design phase. 175. During the construction phase, impacts mainly arise from the construction dust and noise, the need to dispose of large quantities of waste soil and import of construction material, and from the disturbance of residents, businesses, traffic and important buildings by the construction work. The social impacts (access disruptions) due to construction activities are unavoidable, as the residential and commercial establishments exist along the roads where pipes will be laid. As some of the works are conducted in river, there is a risk of water contamination, river bed damage, etc. Appropriate measures are suggested. 176. Anticipated impacts of water supply during operation and maintenance will be related to detection and repair of leaks, pipe bursts. These are, however, likely to be minimal, as proper design and selection of good quality pipe material shall mean that leaks are minimal. Leak repair work will be similar to the pipe-laying work. The DBO Contractor will implement the operation stage EMP during contract period.
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177. The public participation processes undertaken during project design ensured stakeholders are engaged during the preparation of the IEE. The planned information disclosure measures and process for carrying out consultation with affected people will facilitate their participation during project implementation. 178. The project’s grievance redress mechanism will provide the citizens with a platform to redress of their grievances, and describes the informal and formal channels, time frame, and mechanisms for resolving complaints about environmental performance. 179. The EMP will assist the PMU, PIU, PMC and DBO contractor in mitigating the environmental impacts, and guide them in the environmentally sound execution of the proposed project. A copy of the EMP/approved SEP shall be kept on-site during the construction period at all times. The EMP shall be made binding on all contractors operating on the site, and will be included in the contractual clauses. Non-compliance with, or any deviation from, the conditions set out in this document shall constitute a failure in compliance. 180. The project will benefit the general public by contributing to the long-term improvement of water supply systems and community livability in Patera. 181. Therefore, as per ADB SPS, the project is classified as environmental category B and does not require further environmental impact assessment. MPJNM has already allocated required treated water to Patera from the ongoing multi village scheme, and approval letter is issued accordingly. This IEE shall be updated during the detailed design stage by the DBO contractor to reflect any changes, amendments and will be reviewed and approved by PMU.
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Appendix 1: ADB Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) Checklist Country/Project: India/Madhya Pradesh Urban Services Improvement project-Patera- Water Supply Project (Package 6L) Sector/Division: Urban Development & Environment Department/MPUDC
SCREEINING QUESTION YES NO REMARKS
A. Project Siting
Is the project area…
▪ Densely populated? The Project covers entire town
including old Patera town densely
populated areas. There are no major
negative impacts envisaged because
Distribution line will be located in
unused Government lands alongside
the existing roads and can be
constructed without causing
disturbance to houses and commercial
establishments.
▪ Heavy with development activities? No
▪ Adjacent to or within any environmentally sensitive areas?
No
▪ Cultural heritage site No
▪ Protected Area No
▪ Wetland No
▪ Mangrove No
▪ Estuarine No
▪ Buffer zone of protected area No
▪ Special area for protecting biodiversity No
▪ Bay No
B. Potential Environmental Impacts
Will the Project cause…
▪ Pollution of raw water supply from upstream wastewater discharge from
There are no significant water pollution
sources in the catchment. Raw water
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Communities, industries, agriculture, and soil erosion runoff?
quality is tested and found that it is
suitable for Domestic use. Treated
water will supplied by M.P. Jal Nigam
for Patera WSS.
▪ Impairment of historical/cultural monuments/areas and loss/damage to these sites?
No
▪ Hazard of land subsidence caused by excessive ground water pumping?
subproject does not involve
groundwater abstraction
▪ Social conflicts arising from displacement of communities?
Project does not involve land
acquisition / displacement. No social
conflicts envisaged
▪ Conflicts in abstraction of raw water for water supply with other beneficial water uses for surface and ground waters?
No, the water will be abstracted from
with due permission of Jal Nigam, M.P
▪ Unsatisfactory raw water supply (e.g. excessive pathogens or mineral constituents)?
Raw water Quality is tested and found
that it is suitable for Domestic use.
Treated water will supplied by M.P. Jal
Nigam for Patera WSS.
▪ Delivery of unsafe water to distribution system?
Water will be treated and disinfected
prior to supply to Patera Nagar
Parishad WSS by M.P. Jal Nigam.
▪ Inadequate protection of intake works or wells, leading to pollution of water supply?
N.A.
▪ Over pumping of ground water, leading to salinization and ground subsidence?
No Ground water pumping is required
as Surface water source is selected for
the project
▪ Excessive algal growth in storage reservoir?
Regular cleaning of storage tanks will
be conducted during operation.
▪ Increase in production of sewage beyond capabilities of community facilities?
As per CPHEEO manual the rate of
water supply is 70lpcd for the town
where sewerage scheme is not
anticipated
▪ Inadequate disposal of sludge from water treatment plants?
N.A.
▪ Inadequate buffer zone around pumping and treatment plants to alleviate noise and other possible nuisances and protect facilities?
No
▪ Impairments associated with transmission lines and access roads?
No
▪ Health hazards arising from inadequate design of facilities for receiving, storing, and handling of chlorine and other
N. A.
Measures for safe handling of Chlorine
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hazardous chemicals. are included by Jal Nigam
▪ Health and safety hazards to workers from the management of chlorine used for disinfection and other contaminants?
N. A.
Measures for safe handling of Chlorine
are included by Jal Nigam
▪ Dislocation or involuntary resettlement of people
There is no resettlement of people for
project implementation.
▪ Social conflicts between construction workers from other areas and community
▪ workers?
The contractor will be utilizing the local
labour forces as far as possible; in
case if it is unavoidable, labour camps
and facilities will be provided
appropriately. No conflicts envisaged.
▪ Noise and dust from construction activities?
Dust suppression measures such as
water sprinkling will be employed
▪ Increased road traffic due to interference of construction activities?
Excavation & Laying pipelines along
public road will interfere with the traffic.
Construction material transport will
increase traffic within city and dumping
construction material on road cause
traffic congestion.
Proper traffic & Construction planning
will be ensured to minimize the
interference.
▪ Continuing soil erosion/silt runoff from construction operations?
Construction work during monsoon
shall be carried out with due care so
that silt run off due to construction
operation is prevented.
▪ Delivery of unsafe water due to poor O&M treatment processes (especially mud accumulations in filters) and inadequate chlorination due to lack of adequate
▪ monitoring of chlorine residuals in distribution systems?
Appropriate O&M will be conducted
▪ Delivery of water to distribution system, which is corrosive due to inadequate attention to feeding of corrective chemicals?
Not envisaged
▪ Accidental leakage of chlorine gas? N. A.
Measures for safe handling of Chlorine
are included by Jal Nigam
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▪ Excessive abstraction of water affecting downstream water users?
N. A.
Measures for safe handling of Chlorine
are included by Jal Nigam
▪ Competing uses of water? Water abstraction will be limited to
allocate quantity for Patera.
▪ Increased sewage flow due to increased water supply
As per CPHEEO manual the rate of
water supply is 70 lpcd for the town
where sewerage scheme is not
anticipated
▪ Increased volume of sullage (wastewater from cooking and washing) and sludge from wastewater treatment plant
No
▪ Large population influx during project construction and operation that causes increased burden on social infrastructure and services (such as water supply and sanitation systems)?
Minimum influx of population during the
construction and operation period.
▪ Risks to community health and safety due to the transport, storage, and use and/or disposal of materials such as explosives, fuel, and other chemicals during operation and construction?
No such materials are used in project
so no risk to community health & safety
▪ Community safety risks due to both accidental and natural hazards, especially where the structural elements or components of the project are accessible to members of the affected community or where their failure could result in injury to the community throughout project construction, operation, and decommissioning?
Proper safety measures would be
ensured during the construction &
operation and decommissioning.
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Appendix 2: Summary of Consultation with Stakeholders - Patera Nagar Parishad
S No. Location Date Participants Issues Raised/ Discussed
Suggestion/ issues raised by Participants
Information provided
1. Office of the Nagar Parishad, Patera
13.10.2020 CMO Patera & Patera ULB staffs
• Background of water supply subproject, Environmental, Social, GRM, traffic safety issue, Temporary disruption of accesses and benefits from the project were explained to the Stakeholders.
• Discussed details about Land & Forest area and Confirming about whether the proposed component is in forest area or not?
• Existing water supply status in Patera town.
• Proposed subproject components.
• Environment, Social and community impact during operation work
• Impact on health by proposed project
• Present ground water water supply quantity is not sufficient in town.
• Some ward does not get the municipal water supply
• Quality of ground water water is not good.
• The prime concern and apprehension of the ULB Chairman regarding the project was whether it will be a financial burden on the Nagar Parishad.
• People are ready to take new water connection in place of old one
• People will pay proposed water tariff.
• There should not be any water supply interruption during laying new pipe line.
• Prevent entry of traffic, public in construction area
• Try to avoid negative impact on the livelihood of local businessman as disturbance due to road excavation
• Employ local persons in construction work and
• There is no Forest land. Entire hills comes under
• Hope local people support the upcoming water supply project as it will be beneficial to the community in all aspects.
• All the ULB staff & CMO were very supporting of the project, and extended full cooperation during the works
• Avoiding negative impact on the livelihood of local businessman as disturbance due to road excavation
• Hard barricading shall be provided in construction area.
• Control dust during construction by water sprinkling on exposed soil, stock stockpiled material on site
• Employ local persons in construction work and
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to workers (like helmet, gumboot, safety belt, gloves, nose musk and ear
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S No. Location Date Participants Issues Raised/ Discussed
Suggestion/ issues raised by Participants
Information provided
• Willing to take new Water connection
• Location of components of proposed water Supply scheme has been finalized with identification of government land.
• Potential positive and negative impacts due to project implementation Ensuring no income loss
• Material accessibility upto the proposed and existing GLSR sites
Revenue Department, GoMP as confirmed by Patera Nagar Parishad CMO
plugs) for his/her safety
• Operation and maintenance is covered under the subproject and ensure community participation
• Assured full support during execution.
• During excavation for dust and traffic management assurance given to local residents.
• Excavated trench should be properly barricaded and restore as soon as possible.
• Shown their interest to pay tariff and full participation to motivate others
• Prior information is required before start of the civil works in the respective ward through public address system
• Adequate provision for minimizing the Dust and Noise Pollution during construction
• Attention of stakeholders drawn to the EMP, and explained to them how
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S No. Location Date Participants Issues Raised/ Discussed
Suggestion/ issues raised by Participants
Information provided
dust, and other construction issues will be managed. It was informed that night work will be explored during construction but may not be possible, however all measures will be taken by contractor to avoid/minimize construction disturbances
2. MP Jal Nigam PIU Office Damoh & WTP Site Patera
13.10.2020 MP Jal Nigam Officials & Staffs
• Background of water supply subproject, Environmental, Social, issue,
• Status of Existing Water Supply at town.
• Proposed subproject components
• For Patera water supply subproject, treated water is directly sourced from a multi village water supply scheme of MP Jal Nigam.
• Asked about updated implementation schedule of MP Jal Nigam WSS (from
• All the MP Jal Nigam staff were very supporting and extended full cooperation regarding required information / data
• Explained about MP Jal Nigam Scheme
• Yes
• Updated about implementation schedule of MP Jal Nigam WSS (from its conception to start of operation), and current status)
• Explained about various WSS Components of MP Jal Nigam scheme
• Key plan / line diagram provided & explained
• Yes, disinfection / chlorination facility is
• MP Jal Nigam Scheme is completed and already in operation from January 2019.
• Updated Implementation Schedule are as given below -
• Date of Start: 17.11.2014
• Date of Completion: 06.11.2016
• Extended date of Completion: 28.02.2018
• Project Completed: May 2018
• Start of Operation: From January 2019
• Patera was part of original MP Jal Nigam scheme.
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S No. Location Date Participants Issues Raised/ Discussed
Suggestion/ issues raised by Participants
Information provided
its conception to start of operation), and current status)
• Asked about to Provide a summary of the scheme - components and details including source, transmission, treatment, storage and distribution.
• Asked about to provide a map of overall scheme – line diagram / key plan
• Whether a disinfection/chlorination facility is included in the treatment / WTP of MPJN scheme?
• Asked about to Provide photographs of the scheme (intake and WTP)
there and it is working well.
• Yes, disinfection / chlorination facility is there and it is working well.
• Yes, WTP is operational and potable water is being supplied to Patera town and other 22 villages.
3. Ward no. 13 9.03.2018 Local Residents and Public representative of ward no. 13 and ULB officials
Background of water supply subproject, Environmental, Social, Temporary disruption of accesses and benefits from the project were explained to the Stakeholders.
• Participants were informed that the use of water supplied by the Municipality are causing health problems like nausea and dysentery, etc.
• Requested for speedy
The team informed that this issue will be addressed after the implementation of the scheme.
Proposed scheme will be implemented as early as
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S No. Location Date Participants Issues Raised/ Discussed
Suggestion/ issues raised by Participants
Information provided
implementation of the project
• Public informed that they are not getting good quality of potable water
• People informed that the water they are using presently is saline in nature.
• Participants suggested that the work should be carried out in the night hours
• Excavation should be done only in stretches.
• Participants ensured their full cooperation for implementation of the scheme.
possible
It was conveyed to the public that after the implementation of the project people will get good quality of potable water for which WTP is already constructed.
The issue of salinity may be resolved after implementation of the scheme.
The proposed scheme has already a provision to carry out the excavation in stretches.
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S No. Location Date Participants Issues Raised/ Discussed
Suggestion/ issues raised by Participants
Information provided
4. Ward No. 1 10.03.2018 Local Residents, Shopkeepers and Public representative of ward
Project Background, Environmental, Social, traffic safety issue and benefit from the project were explained to the Stakeholders.
For Safety of Local Traffic as well as to reduce the traffic congestion which interns reduce the noise and air pollution
Consultants Team raised the issue for the hike in monthly water tariff for proper operation and maintenance of water supply system for 30yrs
The main suggestion of participants was:
• Public informed that they are not getting a good quality of potable water
• Existing water supply having a high level of calcium.
• Excavation should be done only in stretches.
• Participants ensured their full cooperation for implementation of the
• Some of the participants informed that there is no water supply in some parts of the ward. As a result, they are facing a water scarcity during in summer season.
It was conveyed to the public that after the implementation of the project people will get good quality of potable water for which WTP is already constructed by MP Jal Nigam.
The issue of high level of salinity in the drinking water being supplied at present, will be solved after implementation of the scheme.
The proposed scheme has already a provision to carry out the excavation in small stretches.
The team informed that the proposed water supply scheme has a provision for laying the pipe line in whole town of Patera.
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S No. Location Date Participants Issues Raised/ Discussed
Suggestion/ issues raised by Participants
Information provided
5. Ward No. 2 10.03.2018 Local Residents, Shopkeepers and Public representative of ward
Project Background, Environmental, Social, traffic safety issue and benefit from the project were explained to the Stakeholders.
For Safety of Local Traffic as well as to reduce the traffic congestion which interns reduce the noise and air pollution
Consultants Team raised the issue for the hike in monthly water tariff for proper operation and maintenance of water supply system for 30yrs
The main suggestion of participants was:
• Public informed that they are not getting a good quality of potable water
• Existing water supply having a high level of calcium.
• Excavation should be done only in stretches.
• Participants ensured their full cooperation for implementation of the
• Some of the participants informed that there is no water supply in some parts of the ward. As a result, they are facing a water scarcity during in summer season.
It was conveyed to the public that after the implementation of the project people will get good quality of potable water for which WTP is already constructed by MP Jal Nigam.
The issue of high level of salinity in the drinking water being supplied at present, will be solved after implementation of the scheme.
The proposed scheme has already a provision to carry out the excavation in small stretches.
The team informed that the proposed water supply scheme has a provision for laying the pipe line in whole town of Patera.
6. Ward No. 12
10.03.2018 Local Residents, Shopkeepers and Public representative of ward
People were informed about the project and its objectives
The main concerns of participants were:
• Public informed that they are not getting a good quality of potable water
• Existing water supply having a high level of
It was conveyed to the public that after the implementation of the project people will get good quality of potable water for which WTP is to be constructed.
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S No. Location Date Participants Issues Raised/ Discussed
Suggestion/ issues raised by Participants
Information provided
calcium.
• People suggested that the work should be carried out in the night hours
• Excavation should be done only in stretches.
• Participants ensured their full cooperation for implementation of the scheme
The issue of high level of calcium in water being supplied at present, will be solved after implementation of the scheme.
The proposed scheme has already a provision to carry out the excavation in stretches.
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Appendix 3 : Photographs of Stakeholder Consultation and List of Participants in Consultation
Discussion with CMO Patera Nagar Parishad
Participants Details: -
S No. Name Designation Contact number
1 Mr. Shailendra Chouhan C.M.O Patera
Parishad
9340192550
2 Mr. Vikas Agrawal Tahseeldar Patera 9713426142
3 Mr. Zafi Muhammad Plumber Patera
Parishad
9303712822
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Meeting with MP Jal Nigam WTP Operating staff
Participants Details: -
S no. Name Designation Contact number
1. Mr. Manoj Shrivastava Manager Jal Nigam
PIU Damoh
9329733099
2 Mr. Shashank Tiwari Deputy Manager Jal
Nigam PIU Damoh
8299527578
3 Mr. Shailendra Kumar WTP Operation
Manager
8178404603
4 Rahul Kumar WTP Lab Incharge,
MP Jal Nigam
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Photograph of discussion with Nagar Parishad Officers & Other Stakeholders of Patera
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Discussion with Ward Members of the Nagar
Parishad Patera
Discussion with Ward Members of the Nagar Parishad
Patera
Public consultation with the local people and Ward
members of Ward No 12 & 13 near to Hunuman
Temple.
Consultation with Sweet seller at Main Market area
Ward No 1
Consultation with Grain Merchant about
boundary Structure coming the adjacent to the
Road at Main Market area Ward No 1
Consultation with Fruit seller at Main Market area
Ward No 1
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Consultation with Pani Poori Vender at Main
Market area Ward No 1
The Chaurasia Pan Bhandar of the at Main Market
area Ward No 1
Consultation with Shahu Pani Poori Vender at
Main Market area Ward No 1
Public consultation with the House owner of Ward
No 13 near to Hunuman Temple having his Goat
sheds wall adjacent to the road.
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1. List of Participants during consultation with ULB Official & local
Residents in ward no. 13 Nagar Parishad Patera
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2. List of Participants during consultation with local Residents in ward
no. 1 Nagar Parishad Patera
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3. List of Participants during consultation with local Residents in ward
no. 2 Nagar Parishad Patera
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4. List of Participants during consultation with local Residents in ward
no. 12 Nagar Parishad Patera
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Appendix 4: National Ambient Air Quality Standards
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Appendix 5: Vehicle Exhaust Emission Norms
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Appendix 6: National Ambient Air Quality Standards in Respect of Noise
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Appendix 7: Comparison Between Indian Environmental Standards and IFC Standards
A. Ambient Air Quality Standards
Parameter Location a
India Ambient
Air Quality
Standard
(µg/m3) b
WHO Air Quality
Guidelines (µg/m3) Applicable
Per ADB SPSe
(µg/m3)
Global
Update c
2005
Second
Edition
2000
PM10
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
60 (Annual)
100 (24-hr)
20
(Annual)
50 (24-hr)
- 20 (Annual)
50 (24-hr)
Sensitive Area 60 (Annual)
100 (24-hr)
20
(Annual)
50 (24-hr)
- 20 (Annual)
50 (24-hr)
PM25
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
40 (Annual)
60 (24-hr)
10
(Annual)
25 (24-hr)
- 10 (Annual)
25 (24-hr)
Sensitive Area 40 (Annual)
60 (24-hr)
10
(Annual)
25 (24-hr)
- 10 (Annual)
25 (24-hr)
SO2
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
50 (Annual)
80 (24-hr)
20 (24-hr)
500 (10-
min)
-
50 (Annual)
20 (24-hr)
500 (10-min)
Sensitive Area 20 (Annual)
80 (24-hr)
20 (24-hr)
500 (10-
min)
-
20 (Annual)
20 (24-hr)
500 (10-min)
NO2
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
40 (Annual)
80 (24-hr)
40
(Annual)
200 (1-hr)
-
40 (Annual)
80 (24-hr)
200 (1-hr)
Sensitive Area 30 (Annual)
80 (24-hr)
40
(Annual) -
30 (Annual)
80 (24-hr)
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Parameter Location a
India Ambient
Air Quality
Standard
(µg/m3) b
WHO Air Quality
Guidelines (µg/m3) Applicable
Per ADB SPSe
(µg/m3)
Global
Update c
2005
Second
Edition
2000
200 (1-hr) 200 (1-hr)
CO
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
2,000 (8-hr)
4,000 (1-hr) -
10,000 (8-
hr) 100,000
(15-min)
2,000 (8-hr)
4,000 (1-hr)
100,000 (15-
min)
Sensitive Area 2,000 (8-hr)
4,000 (1-hr) -
10,000 (8-
hr)
100,000
(15-min)
2,000 (8-hr)
4,000 (1-hr)
100,000 (15-
min)
Ozone (O3)
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
100 (8-hr)
180 (1-hr) 100 (8-hr)
100 (8-hr)
180 (1-hr)
Sensitive Area 100 (8-hr)
180 (1-hr) 100 (8-hr)
100 (8-hr)
180 (1-hr)
Lead (Pb)
Industrial,
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
0.5 (Annual)
1.0 (24-hr)
0.5
(Annual)
0.5 (Annual)
1.0 (24-hr)
Sensitive Area 0.5 (Annual)
1.0 (24-hr)
0.5
(Annual)
0.5 (Annual)
1.0 (24-hr)
Ammonia
(NH3)
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
100 (Annual)
400 (24-hr)
100 (Annual)
400 (24-hr)
Sensitive Area 100 (Annual)
400 (24-hr)
100 (Annual)
400 (24-hr)
Benzene
(C6H6)
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
5 (Annual) 5 (Annual)
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Parameter Location a
India Ambient
Air Quality
Standard
(µg/m3) b
WHO Air Quality
Guidelines (µg/m3) Applicable
Per ADB SPSe
(µg/m3)
Global
Update c
2005
Second
Edition
2000
Sensitive Area 5 (Annual) 5 (Annual)
Benzo(o)py
rene (BaP)
particulate
phase only
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
0.001 (Annual) 0.001 (Annual)
Sensitive Area 0.001 (Annual) 0.001 (Annual)
Arsenic
(As)
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
0.006 (Annual) 0.006 (Annual)
Sensitive Area 0.006 (Annual) 0.006 (Annual)
Nickel (Ni)
Industrial
Residential, Rural
and Other Areas
0.02 (Annual) 0.02 (Annual)
Sensitive Area 0.02 (Annual) 0.02 (Annual)
B. Ambient Noise Quality Standards
Receptor/
Source
India National
Noise Level
Standardsa
(dBA)
WHO Guidelines Value
For Noise Levels
Measured Out of Doorsb
(One Hour LAq in dBA)
Applicable Per IFC
(dBA)
Day Night 07:00 –
22:00
22:00 –
07:00 Day time
Night
time
Industrial area 75 70 70 70 70 70
Commercial
area 65 55 70 70 65 55
Residential
Area 55 45 55 45 55 45
Silent Zone 50 40 55 45 50 40
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C. Treated Wastewater Quality Standard
Parameters No discharge
standard for WTP
under national laws
Parameters IFC Sanitary
Wastewater
Quality- 2007
pH pH 6-9
BOD (mg/l) BOD (mg/l) 30
COD (mg/l) COD (mg/l) 125
TSS (mg/l) TSS (mg/l) 50
Total N (mg/l) Total N (mg/l) 10
NH4-N (mg/l) Total P (mg/l) 2
Fecal coliform
(MPN/100ml)
Total coliform bacteria
(MPN/100ml)
400
Oil &grease (mg/l) 10
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Appendix 8: Extract From Construction & Demolition Management Rules, 2016
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165
166
167
168
169
Appendix 9: Salient Features Of Major Labor Laws Applicable To Establishments Engaged In Construction Of Civil Works
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Appendix 10: Drinking Water Standards
171
172
Appendix 11: Sample Outline Traffic Management Plan
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174
175
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Figure A2 & A3: Work on shoulder or parking lane & Shoulder or parking lane closed on divided road
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Figure A4 & A5: Work in Travel lane & Lane closure on road with low volume
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Figure A6: Street closure with detour
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Appendix 12: Sample Outline Spoils (Construction Waste) Management Plan
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Appendix 13: Sample Grievance Registration Form
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Appendix 14: Sample Environmental Site Inspection Report
Project Name
Contract Number
NAME: __________________________________ DATE: __________________________
TITLE: ___________________________________ DMA: ___________________________
LOCATION: _______________________________GROUP: ________________________
WEATHER:
Project
Activity
Stage
Survey
Design
Implementation
Pre-Commissioning
Guarantee Period
Monitoring Items Compliance
Compliance marked as Yes / No / Not applicable (NA) / Partially Implemented (PI)
EHS supervisor appointed by contractor and available on site
Archaeological Supervisor appointed by contractor and available on site
Construction site management plan (spoils, safety, schedule, equipment etc.,) prepared
Traffic management plan prepared
Dust is under control
Excavated soil properly placed within minimum space
Construction area is confined; no traffic/pedestrian entry observed
Surplus soil/debris/waste is disposed without delay
Construction material (sand/gravel/aggregate) brought to site as & when required only
Tarpaulins used to cover sand & other loose material when transported by vehicles
After unloading, wheels & undercarriage of vehicles cleaned prior to leaving the site
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No AC pipes disturbed/removed during excavation
No chance finds encountered during excavation
Work is planned in consultation with traffic police
Work is not being conducted during heavy traffic
Work at a stretch is completed within a day (excavation, pipe laying & backfilling)
Pipe trenches are not kept open unduly
Road is not completely closed; work is conducted on edge; at least one line is kept open
Road is closed; alternative route provided & public informed, information board provided
Pedestrian access to houses is not blocked due to pipe laying
Spaces left in between trenches for access
Wooden planks/metal sheets provided across trench for pedestrian
No public/unauthorized entry observed in work site
Children safety measures (barricades, security) in place at works in residential areas
Prior public information provided about the work, schedule and disturbances
Caution/warning board provided on site
Guards with red flag provided during work at busy roads
Workers using appropriate PPE (boots, gloves, helmets, ear muffs etc)
Workers conducting or near heavy noise work is provided with ear muffs
Contractor is following standard & safe construction practices
Deep excavation is conducted with land slip/protection measures
First aid facilities are available on site and workers informed
Drinking water provided at the site
Toilet facility provided at the site
Separate toilet facility is provided for women workers
Workers camps are maintained cleanly
Adequate toilet & bath facilities provided
Contractor employed local workers as far as possible
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Workers camp set up with the permission of PIU
Adequate housing provided
Sufficient water provided for drinking/washing/bath
No noisy work is conducted in the nights
Local people informed of noisy work
No blasting activity conducted
Pneumatic drills or other equipment creating vibration is not used near old/risky buildings
Signature
_______________________________________
Sign off
_______________________________ ________________________________
Name Name
Position Position
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Appendix 15: Quarterly Reporting Format for Assistant Safeguards Officer 1. Introduction
• Overall project description and objectives
• Description of sub-projects
• Environmental category of the sub-projects
• Details of site personnel and/or consultants responsible for environmental monitoring
• Overall project and sub-project progress and status
No. Sub-Project
Name
Status of Sub-Project List of
Works
Progress
of Works Design Pre-
Construction
Construction Operational
Phase
2. Compliance status with National/ State/ Local statutory environmental requirements
No. Sub-Project Name Statutory Environmental
Requirements
Status of
Compliance
Action Required
3. Compliance status with environmental loan covenants
No. (List schedule and
paragraph number of
Loan Agreement)
Covenant Status of Compliance Action Required
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4. Compliance status with the environmental management and monitoring plan
• Provide the monitoring results as per the parameters outlined in the EMP. Append supporting documents where applicable, including Environmental Site Inspection Reports.
• There should be reporting on the following items which can be incorporated in the checklist of routine Environmental Site Inspection Report followed with a summary in the semi-annual report send to ADB. Visual assessment and review of relevant site documentation during routine site inspection needs to note and record the following:
o What are the dust suppression techniques followed for site and if any dust was noted to escape the site boundaries;
o If muddy water was escaping site boundaries or muddy tracks were seen on adjacent roads;
o adequacy of type of erosion and sediment control measures installed on site, condition of erosion and sediment control measures including if these were intact following heavy rain;
o Are their designated areas for concrete works, and refuelling; o Are their spill kits on site and if there are site procedure for handling
emergencies; o Is there any chemical stored on site and what is the storage condition? o Is there any dewatering activities if yes, where is the water being discharged; o How are the stockpiles being managed; o How is solid and liquid waste being handled on site; o Review of the complaint management system; Checking if there are any activities being under taken out of working hours and how
that is being managed
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Summary Monitoring Table
Impacts
(List from
IEE)
Mitigation
Measures
(List from
IEE)
Parameters
Monitored (As a
minimum those
identified in the IEE
should be
monitored)
Method of
Monitoring
Location
of
Monitoring
Date of
Monitoring
Conducted
Name of
Person
Who
Conducted
the
Monitoring
Design Phase
Pre-Construction Phase
Construction Phase
Operational Phase
Overall Compliance with CEMP/ EMP
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No. Sub-Project
Name
EMP/ CEMP
Part of
Contract
Documents
(Y/N)
CEMP/ EMP
Being
Implemented
(Y/N)
Status of
Implementation
(Excellent/ Satisfactory/
Partially Satisfactory/
Below Satisfactory)
Action Proposed
and Additional
Measures
Required
5. Approach and methodology for environmental monitoring of the project
• Brief description on the approach and methodology used for environmental monitoring of each sub-project
6. Monitoring of environmental impacts on project surroundings (ambient air, water
quality and noise levels)
• Brief discussion on the basis for monitoring
• Indicate type and location of environmental parameters to be monitored
• Indicate the method of monitoring and equipment to be used
• Provide monitoring results and an analysis of results in relation to baseline data and statutory requirements
As a minimum the results should be presented as per the tables below.
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Air Quality Results
Site No. Date of Testing Site Location
Parameters (Government
Standards)
PM10
µg/m3
SO2
µg/m3
NO2
µg/m3
Site No. Date of Testing Site Location
Parameters (Monitoring
Results)
PM10
µg/m3
SO2
µg/m3
NO2
µg/m3
Water Quality Results
Site No. Date of Sampling Site Location
Parameters (Government Standards)
pH Conductivity
µS/cm
BOD
mg/L
TSS
mg/L
TN
mg/L
TP
mg/L
Site No. Date of Sampling Site Location
Parameters (Monitoring Results)
pH Conductivity
µS/cm
BOD
mg/L
TSS
mg/L
TN
mg/L
TP
mg/L
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Noise Quality Results
Site No. Date of Testing Site Location LAeq (dBA) (Government Standard)
Day Time Night Time
Site No. Date of Testing Site Location LAeq (dBA) (Monitoring Results)
Day Time Night Time
7. Summary of key issues and remedial actions
• Summary of follow up time-bound actions to be taken within a set timeframe.
8. Appendixes
• Photos
• Summary of consultations
• Copies of environmental clearances and permits
• Sample of environmental site inspection report
• Other
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Appendix 16: Jal Nigam Consent Letter for Water Commitment
191
192
Confirmation Mail of Water Availability for Patera Town by Jal Nigam
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Appendix 17: Salient Features of M.P. Jal Nigam Water Supply Scheme
194
195
196
Appendix 18: Surface Water Quality Test Report – Byorma River
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Appendix 19: Guidance on Siting and facilities in Contractors Camps
Siting of Contractor’s Camp
Sites / land types to be avoided:
• Lands close to habitations
• Irrigated agricultural lands
• Lands belonging to small farmers
• Lands under village forests
• Lands within 100m of community water bodies and water sources as rivers
• Lands supporting dense vegetation and Forest with/without conservations status
• Low lying lands
• Lands within 100m of watercourses
• Grazing lands and lands with or without tenure rights Community land ((Gochars,Thans) which is traditionally used as conservation areas
• Lands where there is no willingness of the landowner to permit its use
• 2km from Class A and above towns
• 500m from any villages
Land Types Preferred:
• Waste lands.
• Waste Lands belonging to owners who look upon the temporary use as a source of income.
• Community lands or government land not used for beneficial purposes.
• non-irrigated lands where the owner is willing.
• Lands with an existing access road.
Living Arrangements:
Ensure conditions of livability at work camps are maintained at the highest standards possible at
all times; living quarters and construction camps shall be provided with standard materials (as
far as possible to use portable ready to fit-in reusable cabins with proper ventilation); thatched
huts, and facilities constructed with materials like GI sheets, tarpaulins, etc., shall not be used
as accommodation for workers
Security:
The contractor shall put in place the following security measures to ensure the safety of the
workers. The following measures shall be incorporated:
• The contractor/sub-contractor shall provide Identity cards to all the employees/workers.
• Access to the campsite shall be limited to the residing workforce.
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• The contractor shall be responsible for deploying adequate number of guards. However, guards shall not carry any firearms unless authorized by the Client or his representative.
• Adequate, d/ night-time lighting shall be provided at all the facilities in the camp.
• The security personnel shall be provided with training to respect the community traditions and in dealing with, use of force etc.; and
• The rental accommodation shall be provided with firefighting equipment and portable fire extinguishers.
Provision of Drinking Water:
• Access to an adequate and convenient supply of free potable water is a necessity for workers. The domestic water supply shall be made available by the contractor.
• Safe drinking water conforming to the IS 10500:2012 for drinking water shall be provided.
• Bottled Potable drinking water would be provided to all the employee/workers both at the worksite and at the construction camps.
• Every water supply or storage shall be at a distance not less than 15m from any wastewater / sewage drain or other source of pollution. Water sources within 15m proximity of toilet, drain or any source of pollution will not be used for any consumption purpose in the project
• The Contractor should regularly monitor (every quarter) the quality of drinking water available. In case of non-compliance with the Drinking Water Specifications, additional treatment shall be provided, or alternative sources of water supply shall be arranged; and
• All tanks used for the storage of drinking water shall covered as to prevent water stored therein from becoming polluted or contaminated.
• The tanks shall be cleaned at regular interval (minimum every 3 months) to ensure hygiene conditions are maintained.
Cooking Arrangement:
The construction phase will involve engagement of large number of migrant people in the
project area for a limited time. Hence, there shall be requirement of provision of cooking
facilities (kitchen) as listed below:
• The cooking area shall be separate from the Living quarters.
• Places for food preparation are designed to permit good hygiene practices, including protection against contamination between and during food preparation.
• The cooking area should be provided with water connections which is fit for consumption.
• Adequate personal hygiene including designated areas for cleaning hands and cleaning of utensils.
• All kitchen floors, ceiling and wall surfaces adjacent to or above food preparation and cooking areas are built using durable, non-absorbent, easily cleanable, non-toxic materials.
• Food preparation area to be durable, easily cleanable, non-corrosive surface made of non-toxic materials; and
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• To ensure that the fuel need of labour in the project area does not interfere with the local requirements, necessary arrangements for supply of cooking fuel to the labour shall be done by the contractor. Clean fuels shall be used in no circumstance fuel wood shall be used for cooking or heating.
Washing and Bathing Facilities
In every site, adequate and suitable facilities for washing clothes and utensils shall be provided
and maintained for the use of contract labour employed therein. Separate and adequate bathing
shall be provided for the use of male and female workers. Such facilities shall be conveniently
accessible and shall be kept in clean and hygienic conditions.
Toilets Facilities:
Sanitary arrangements, latrines and urinals shall be provided in every workplace separately for
male and female workers. The arrangements shall include:
• A latrine for every 15 females or part thereof (where female workers are employed).
• A latrine for every 10 males.
• Every latrine shall be under cover and so partitioned as to secure privacy and shall have a proper door and fastenings.
• Where workers of both sexes are employed, there shall be displayed outside each block of latrine and urinal, a notice in the language understood by most of the workers ―” For Men Only” or ―” For Women Only” as the case may be. Pictographic signages can also be used.
• The latrines and urinals shall be adequately lighted and shall be maintained in a clean sanitary condition at all times and should have a proper drainage system; and
• Water shall be provided in (preferably) or near the latrines and urinals by storage in suitable containers.
Wastewater Generation:
There will of generation of wastewater from the campsite. About 80% of water used shall be
generated as sewage/wastewater. Contractor shall ensure that the campsite/s is/are equipped
with:
• Septic tank and soak pit for disposal of sewage or with mobile bio-toilets. The toilets and the septic tank and soak pit should not be located near any drinking water sources either within or outside the camp.
• The storm water and sewage system should be separate. The surface water drainage shall include all necessary gutters, down pipes, gullies, traps, catch pits, manholes etc. An Oil water separator should be in the drains leading out of the maintenance area. Water passing out of the camp should be passed through a sedimentation tank of at-least 3hrs holding capacity; and
• Sanitary and toilet facilities are constructed of materials that are easily cleanable. Sanitary and toilet facilities are required to be cleaned frequently and kept in working condition.
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Solid Waste Management:
The solid waste generated from campsite will mostly comprise of compostable wastes like
vegetable residues (kitchen waste) and combustible waste like paper, cans, plastic and some
non-degradable waste like glass/glass bottles. Improper disposal of solid waste will lead to
environmental degradation and health hazards to labour as well as nearby community.
The following measures shall be adopted by contractors for ensuring effective management of
solid waste:
• The solid wastes of domestic nature (especially food waste, waste from canteen) shall be collected and stored separately in appropriate containers with proper covers on them so that they are not littered.
• Separate bins with proper markings in terms of recyclable or non-recyclable waste shall be provided in the houses and kitchen premises in sufficient numbers for collection of garbage.
• Food waste and other refuse are to be removed from the kitchen frequently to avoid accumulation; and
• The contractor shall ensure that the all food waste generated is composed within the camp premises. All recyclables except for the waste which are covered by any other act/rules other than the Municipal Solid Waste Rules 2016.
Roads
All the internal roads shall be paved. The concrete slurry from the batching plant shall be used
for paving the roads
Medical Facility:
Effective health management is necessary for preventing spread of communicable diseases
among labour and within the adjoining community. The following medical facilities shall be
provided by contractors for the construction workers:
• A first aid centre shall be provided for the labour within the construction site equipped with medicines and other basic facilities.
• Adequate first aid kits shall be provided in the campsite in accessible place. The kit shall contain all type of medicines and dressing material.
• Contractor shall identify and train an adequate number of workers to provide first aid during medical emergencies.
• Regular health check-ups shall be carried out for the construction labour every six month and health records shall be maintained.
• Labours should have easy access to medical facilities and first aid; where possible, nurses should be available for female workers.
• First Aid Box will be provided at every construction campsite and under the charge of a responsible person who shall always be readily available during working hours. He shall be adequately trained in administering first aid-treatment. Formal arrangement shall be prescribed to carry injured person or person suddenly taken ill to the nearest hospital. The first aid box shall contain the following.
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• In case, the number of labour exceeds 50, the items in the first aid box shall be doubled. All the vehicles and equipment shall be provided with a fir-aid box with all the above. The medicines should be regularly checked for the expiry of the medicines.
• Information and awareness of communicable diseases, AIDS etc. shall be provided to workers; and
• Basic collective social/rest spaces are provided to workers.
Fire-fighting arrangement
• The contractor shall carry out demarcation of area susceptible to fires and put in precautionary signages as specified in IS 9457.
• Portable fire extinguishers and/or sand baskets shall be provided at easily accessible locations in the event of fire as per the provisions of IS 2190; and
• The contractor shall carry out fire safety drill every quarter and Workers shall be trained on the usage of such equipment/s.
Fuel and Chemical Storage
• License is required for storage and transport of any such product (i.e. petroleum class B) if the total quantity in in possession does exceed 2500 liters in non-bulk (i.e. drums) or 1000litres in a receptacle / tank (i.e. bulk).
• Fuel Storage in HDPE drums shall be prohibited because the static energy is stored in the drum as there no conducting media. This can lead to fires int oil storage areas.
• All fuel and chemical storage area should be made impermeable either by concrete flooring or by placing an HDPE liner.
• The storage area shall be provided with a bunded. The capacity of the bund shall be 110% of the volume of the maximum storage tank
• The area shall be covered and secured under lock and key.
• In no condition shall the fuel be decanted by tilting of drums. An approved fuel pump manual or energy driven shall be used.
• In case of spills Emergency Spill care procedures as presented in Appendix 15 shall be used.
Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs
• Equipment maintenance and refueling sites will be located at least 500 m from rivers and irrigation canal/ponds
The wastewater/ runoff from the vehicle maintenance area shall be passed through an Oil water
separation system to prevent any oil and grease into the natural system
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Appendix 20: Guideline for Construction Work about Safety from COVID-19 Pandemic (SOP – Health & Safety Plan)
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Appendix 21: MP JAL Nigam Report Showing Patera Town was Part of Original MP Jal Nigam Scheme
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Appendix 22: Summary of MP JAL Nigam Scheme for Multi Village Rural Water Supply Scheme
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Appendix 23: Land Ownership Details of Identified Land for GLSR 540 KL For Patera Town WSS
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Appendix 24: Raw and treated Water Quality Test Results of MP Jal Nigam WTP – Patera
Raw Water Quality Results (Month Wise)
Source: WTP - MP Jal Nigam Laboratory Incharge
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Treated Water Quality Results (Month Wise)
Clear water test report register record Maintain by
PIU Damoh MP Jal nigam
Reports sign and checked by Laboratory in charge
MR. Rahul.
Source: WTP - MP Jal Nigam Laboratory Incharge