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PRE-FEASIBILITY REPORT (PFR)
MATHERAN PASSENGER ROPEWAY
AT
Village-Bhutivali, Tehsil: Karjat, District-Raigad, Maharashtra
Submitted to:
Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change
Government of India
Submitted by:
M/s Matheran Ropeway Private Limited (MRPL)
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT
M/s PERFACT ENVIRO SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD. (NABET Registered List ‘A’ of Accredited Consultant Organizations / Rev. 44, August 2016, at Sr. No.
96)
5th Floor, NN Mall, Mangalam Palace
Sector 3, Rohini, New Delhi
Email: [email protected]
Phone No.: 011-47528467 Fax: 011-47528434
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposed Matheran Passenger Ropeway shall be developed at Village-Bhutivali, Tehsil:
Karjat, District-Raigad, Maharashtra by M/s Matheran Ropeway Private Limited (MRPL)
which is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) incorporated under Companies Act for
implementation and operation of Matheran Passenger Ropeway at at Village-Bhutivali,
Tehsil: Karjat, District-Raigad, Maharashtra in order to promote tourism & modal shift to
transit and reduction in traffic congestion in the region. The project has already got the
Environmental clearance vide letter no 18-2/2016.IA-III dated 21.05.2008 which subject to the
final orders in application No 901 pending before the Supreme court. Accordingly, company
pursued the matter with Hon’ble supreme court from the year 2008 which passed the order on
21.10.2011 directing the state government to pass an appropriate order under the law. The PWD
thereafter issued a final notification dated 26.12.2012 permitting the company to start ropeway
project within six months’ subject to approval from forest department as stipulated in clause
29 of said Notification. The company thereafter obtained fresh “in-principal” approval from
the forest department (i.e Stage-I clearance) for diversion of reserve forest (2.5720 ha) land
dated 19.03.2013. We have now been given to understand that the validity of Environmental
clearance letter dated 21.05.2008 has expired and application was not made for extension of
the Project. Hence we are applying for the fresh Environmental clearance.
The proposed system to be installed will have Base Station at Butivali Village (near Bhivpuri
Railway Station 50 AMSL), Intermediate Station at Garbat Plateau (545 AMSL) and Top
station will be at Madhavji Point (800 AMSL)
Type of Project
The project being an Aerial Ropeway falls under the item 7 (g) of the EIA notification, 2006
and is a designated Project as per Schedule and falls under category A, as the project will be
developed under the Matheran Notified Eco-Sensitive Zone, 2003.
Project Proponent
Matheran Ropeway Private Limited is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) under Companies
Act for implementation and operation of Shimla Passenger Ropeway at Village-Bhutivali,
Tehsil: Karjat, District-Raigad, Maharashtra.
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Description of Project Site:
Matheran is the hill station and a municipal council in the Raigad district in the
Indian state of Maharashtra. It is a hill station in Karjat Tahsil and is also the smallest hill
station in India. It is located on the Western Ghats range at an elevation of around 800 m (2,625
feet) above sea level. It is located around 90 km from Mumbai, and 120 km from Pune.
Matheran's proximity to many metropolitan cities makes it a popular weekend getaway for
urban residents. Matheran, which means "forest on the forehead" (of the mountains) is an eco-
sensitive region, declared by the Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India. It
is Asia's only automobile-free hill station.
Transportation facilities for tourist, local people and other travelling to Matheran from the
plains are poor. Railway was the only transport facility for reaching Matheran prior to 1974.
However consequent strike by railway employees in 1974 distructing the transportation of
Matheran , temporary road from Neral to Matheran was constructed by local people. The local
people later on tried their best to move the government to get the road widened and safe by
constructing railing and by removing unsafe road turning in the hills. The request was also
made to state goverment Minibus on this route, but the government did not take any action in
this matter. Thus there is no scientifically planned and safely constructed road to Matheran.
Road transport is available from Neral upto Dasturi Plateau and from this plateau one has to
walk 2-3km toward matheran. Thus railway remains the major transport mode to reach
Matheran from Neral or Karjat which are nearest towns but the Central Railway has stopped
operating toy train to Matheran since May-2016 due to frequent derailment and resumption of
train services to Matheran in near future looks very difficult thereby leaving road travel as the
only option left for tourists and local residents of Matheran.
There are approx. 8 Lacs tourists visiting Matheran annually apart from local residents.
Currently, tourists travelling to Matheran are having following mode of transport (a) Road
Travel or (b) toy train. However, the existing modes of transportation remains is road travel
which is inadequate and inconvenient.
Presently there is movement of more than 500 vehicles (cars) every day during peak season
and all such vehicles are parked at Dasturi Naka which is in forest area and near the plateau
top at an elivation of approx 800 mtr above msl. There are no proper arrangement for parking
of vehicles at Dasturi Naka which leads to traffic congestions very frequently in Matheran Hills
during peak seasons. Thus plying of vehicles upto Dasturi point, infact leads to increased
pollution in Matheran plateau.
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Need/Justification of the Project:
The proposed ropeway project of MRPL, apart from serving tourists and locals of Matheran,
would provide following advantages: -
Environment friendly project using electric power.
Reduction in the pressure on road transport, thereby, reducing air pollution.
Beautiful view of the area from ropeway cabin
Boon for local people providing affordable means of transport.
Saving on travel time.
Safe transport.
Direct transportation to vicinity of Matheran Market thus avoiding strenuous walking
and road journey.
Local people would be provided with affordable means of travel/transport to access
facilities viz education, medical and communication in nearby town.
Beneficiary of the project would be the local population that will be benefited by the
ropeway to accomplish routine work in taluka headquarter where markets, public health
facilities, higher educational institutions etc are located.
Presently visitors/tourist engage taxi upto Dasturi Point and further engage rickshaw
pullers/coolies to climb the hill for 2-3 km. The climb is steep and involves hard labour
by coolies and rickshaw puller. The health hazard due to this occupation can be avoided
instead they can be provided alternative income opportunity in Matheran after
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commissioning of ropeway.
Location of the Project Alignment
The proposed ropeway shall be developed in two sections: -
Section I: Bhutivali to Garbut plateau
Section II: Garbut plateau to Madhavji Point at Matheran
The location map of the Project alignment is shown below:
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The lat long of the site are given below:
Station Latitude Longitude
Base Station (Bhutivali) 73° 18'58.63"E 18° 58'31.32"N
Intermediate Station (Garbut Plateau) 73° 17'11.66"E 18° 58'54.81"N
Top Station (Madhavji Plateau) 73°16'12.00"E 18° 59'08.10"N
Connectivity (distances from Lift Area):
Airport: Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport at approx 90 km.
Railway Station: Bhivpuri & Neral Railway Station at approx 5km.
Road: SH-79 at Approx 2km.
Area Requirement:
The area required for the construction of the terminal stations and line towers would be about
6.572 sqm.
The detailed area summary is given below:
Area required for Total Area
(In Sq. m.)
Lower Terminal Station-A 2000
Intermediate Station -B 1000
Upper Terminal Station -C 1000
Areas for tower (7 Nos.) 2220
Ropeway Length-a 4700
Right of Way-b 5
Ropeway Corridor-D (a x b) 23500
Total (A+B+C+D) 29,720
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PROJECT DETAILS
Section-I Secton-II
SYSTEM Detachable Monocable
Gandola
Aerial Tramway
LENGTH 2745.39 m 1744 m
Vertical Rise 515.92 m 229 m
HAULAGE ROPE DIA 47 mm 30 mm
Track Rope DIA - 42 mm
HOURLY CAPACITY 1000 PPH 700 PPH
TRIP TIME 8.61 min ~5.10 min
DRIVE SPEED 6.00 m/s 12.00 m/s
STATION SPEED 0.25 m/s -
NUMBER OF CARRIERS 36 no. 2 no.
NUMBER OF OTHER CARRIERS
(SERVICE CARRIER)
1 no. --
NUMBER OF OTHER CARRIERS
(FREIGHT CARRIER)
1 no. -
PASSENGERS PER CARRIER 8 no. 60 no.
POWER LOAD REQUIREMENT 800KW 200KW
DG SETS (BACK-UP POWER) 400 KW x 2 100 KW x 2(each at
intermediate and top
station)
VISITORS 4500 4500
STAFF 25 25
TOTAL POPULATION 4525 4525
Alternative routes assessed
In 2001, Project proponent had selected 2 other options for base station of the said project are
as under:
Diksal - near Bhivpuri station disadvantage was - length increases by further 2 km, not much
land available for parking of vehicle, had to cross over Dam in that area.
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Jumma Patti:5 km away from Neral station & on route to Matheran but again not much land available for parking
and base station as the site falls in the forest area.
Bhutivali : The proposed site Bhutivali near Bhivpuri station is well approachable by road,
length of ropeway reduces, private land was available, no much cutting of trees, enough
parking space can be created.
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Selected Alignment:
In order for the proposed ropeway service along the proposed alignment of this concept to be
technically and operationally feasible, matheran local context (especially along these alignments)
and any associated constraints that might have an impact on the proposed alignments and lines has
been considered. these issues include:
Topography
The location of the Transport nodes
High density land use and limited space;
Travel patterns
User demand
Technological constraints
Out of the three alternative routes discussed above, the Alternative-III was found appropriate
as it was the most stable and convenient stretch.
The proposed ropeway shall be developed in two sections. The length of proposed ropeway
alignment of Section-I is 2745.39 m & alignment of Section-II is 1744m. Thus, total length is
working out to be 4489.39 m. Ropeway alignment consists Base Terminal at Butivali,
Intermediate Terminal at Garbut Plateau and Top terminal at Madhavji Point Matheran.
Merits of the selected Alignment:
The alignment for the proposed ropeway project was selected based on the following
guidelines:
i) Availability of adequate space for proposed terminal stations;
ii) Major points / locations to be connected along the route
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iii) Opportunity for Traffic Congestion Reduction and Reduction in emission of green gases
& consumption of fossil fuel;
iv) Overcome Topographical Barriers.
v) Low Impact on flora and fauna
vi) No rehabilitation or relocation involved
vii) Stability of the location vis-à-vis geology; and
viii) Financial feasibility of constructing terminal stations.
ix) Opportunity for Hillside / Mountainous Areas Development
x) Opportunity of Use in Emergencies
xi) Opportunity of Service utilization whole year.
xii) Benefits Residents, Domestic Visitors & Tourists and will fulfill Expected
Demand/Usage.
Proposed Ropeway System Technology
Matheran Ropeway Private Limited has issued a Letter of Intent to Doppelmayr, an Austrian
company for design & supply of ropeway components. Doppelmayr is a leading ropeway
company, as Technology & Ropeway supplier for design and supply of ropeway.
The ropeway system will be designed, manufactured and installed in accordance with the latest
standards of ropeway technology, will feature state-of-the-art equipment and operate
automatically (with the exception of cabin parking). It will fully comply with the latest CEN
standards (European standard) and safety requirements for Aerial Passenger Ropeways. CEN
standards are most reliable in terms of technological and safety requirements.
Section-I: 8-MGD (Monocable Detachable system):
The proposed ropeway system is a continuous monocable type with the number of carriers
specified under 'Technical Data'. The system is designed to transport passengers uphill and
downhill at a constant speed, which can be selected by the operator(s) within the minimum and
maximum range. The ropeway system will be designed, manufactured and installed in
accordance with the latest CEN - standards of ropeway technology, will feature state-of-the-art
equipment and operate automatically (with the exception of cabin parking). It will fully comply
with the latest international recommendations and safety requirements for Aerial Passenger
Ropeways. Besides the electric main drive unit (AC motor), an independent hydrostatic
emergency drive unit allows for operation of the system and in emergency cases.
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The Doppelmayr detachable system features friction sheaves at the incoming and outgoing
sides of the stations. These sheaves transmit the speed of the rope via V-belts to the conveyors,
which transport the carriers through the stations. This configuration ensures positive control
and synchronization of rope speed and carrier conveying speed in each station in both forward
and reverse directions, irrespective of the drive selected.
Key functions of the ropeway, such as rope speed and grip opening and closing operations, are
monitored and controlled by electronic safety circuits in order to ensure smooth operation and
maximum safety. Rope tensioning is achieved by two hydraulic cylinders in the tension station.
The parking of cabins is carried out manually. The parking provided is sufficient for all cabins.
For building cost reasons and for simplicity of maintenance, etc. we recommend that the cabin
parking is accommodated in one station only. The ropeway is designed for one main direction
of rotation. For special requirements, rescue and service purposes, reverse operation are
permitted at a limited speed. The station enclosures should completely surround and encase as
much machinery as practically possible to keep out rain, snow and ice and other adverse
weather conditions (optional). The station equipment will be housed in and completely covered
by the station buildings to be erected by the customer. All elements of the ropeway are mounted
onto a steel structure, which is anchored on concrete foundations.
The rescue of stranded passengers can be carried out by the following method:
- Hydraulic motor drive via gear rim on the bullwheel
- Rescue by means of the rescue devices.
In emergency cases the passengers will normally stay in the cabins and will be brought back to
the stations by means of the emergency drive. In the event that the ropeway cannot be operated
at all, the passengers stranded on the line can be evacuated from their cabins using the existing
rescue device(s). The customer is responsible for ensuring that each tower is accessible, e.g.
for maintenance and rescue purposes.
SECTION 2: 60-ATW (Aerial Tramway)
The proposed ropeway system is a bi-cable reversible aerial tramway type with 2 carriers
specified under 'Technical Data'. The system is designed to transport passengers uphill and
downhill at a speed which can be selected by the operator(s) within the minimum and maximum
range. The ropeway system will be designed, manufactured and installed in accordance with
the latest standards of ropeway technology, will feature state-of-the-art equipment and operate
automatically (with the exception of door opening). It will fully comply with the latest
international recommendations and safety requirements for Aerial Passenger Ropeways.
Besides the electric main drive unit (AC motor), an independent hydrostatic emergency drive
unit allows for operation of the system and in emergency cases. Key functions of the ropeway,
such as rope speed and door opening and closing operations, are monitored and controlled by
electronic safety circuits in order to ensure smooth operation and maximum safety. The station
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enclosures should completely surround and encase as much machinery as practically possible
to keep out rain, snow and ice. The station equipment will be housed in and completely covered
by the station buildings to be erected by the customer. The rescue of stranded passengers can
be carried out by the following method:
- Hydraulic motor drive via gear rim on the bull wheel
- Rescue by means of the rescue devices.
In emergency cases the passengers will normally stay in the cabins and will be brought back to
the stations by means of emergency drive. In the event that the ropeway cannot be operated at
all, the passengers stranded on the line can be evacuated in their cabins using the existing rescue
device(s). The customer is responsible for ensuring that each tower is accessible, e.g. for
maintenance and rescue purposes.
TECHNICAL DATA
The proposed Detachable Monocable gondola with 8 - Passenger cabins and Aerial tramway
with 60-passenger will conform to the following basic performance data: -
Section-I Section-II
Location of drive station
Location of return station
Location of tensioning system
Type of tensioning
- Haul Rope
- Track Rope
Horizontal length
Vertical rise
Inclined length
Average grade
Hourly capacity (final)
Uphill transportation
Downhill transportation
Drive speed, infinitely adjustable
Station speed
Trip time
Drive Machinery, Type
Electric main drive:
- required output continuous
- required output starting
- voltage
- frequency
Top
Bottom
Bottom
Hydraulic
2668.07m
515.92m
2745.39m
19.30%
1000 PPH
100%
100%
6.00 m/s
0.25m/s
~8.61min
Overhead
340
460
400
50
Bottom
Top
Top
Counterweight
fixed
1739.00m
229.0m
1744.00m
13.17%
700 PPH
100 %
100%
12 m/s
-
~5.10min
Vault
kW
kW
V
Hz
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Carrier spacing
Carrier interval
Passengers per carrier
Number of carriers
Number of other carriers:
- service carrier
- Freight carrier
Parking of carriers
-location
-operation manner
Number of towers
Haul rope diameter
Track Rope diameter
Rope gauge on line
Control cable:
-location
-number of control wires
172.80m
28.80 sec
8 pcs.
36 pcs.
1 pcs.
1 pcs.
Bottom
Manually
~ 11 pcs.
47 mm
-
6.10m
overhead
as required
-
-
60 pcs.
2 pcs.
-
-
-
-
-
30 mm
42 mm
15m
In track rope as
required
ROPEWAY EQUIPMENT
Drive Station
Complete Drive Station, consisting of:
Steel structure for launching and conveying system
Upper machinery frame
Torsion shaft
Gearbox
Double grooved bull wheel, split design
Main AC drive
Main electric cabinets and controls
Frequency converter
Emergency drive unit
Service and emergency brakes
Access platforms and handrails
Launching/conveying system
Opening and closing lines
Anchoring system for the overhead control cable.
Return Tension Station Terminal
Complete return station, consisting of:
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Support steel structure for launching and conveying system
Machinery frame
Bull wheel, split design
Access platforms and handrails
Emergency drive unit
Launching/conveying system
Main electrical cabinets and controls
Hydraulic tensioning system with two hydraulic cylinders
Anchoring system for the overhead control cable.
Specifications & Guidelines
The specifications and guidelines are provided for the various project components (Ropeway
System, associated infrastructure) including, but not limited to the following major provisions:
The Concessionaire shall consider Specifications provided by Bureau of Indian Standards and
other applicable statutory code of practices like Indian Electricity Act, National Building Code,
Municipal Building Bylaws of Maharashtra, Maharashtra ropeway act etc for design,
construction, operation and applicable maintenance of the project facilities. In case of ropeway
Cabins and its associated part to be mandatorily procured imported, suitable international
standards with justification may be followed.
Maintenance Schedule:
Detailed operation and maintenance instruction manuals covering all aspects of maintenance
of the Ropeway System would form an integral part of system documentation.
The essential aspects of maintenance are, however, briefly listed below:
cabins, hangers and grips etc shall be done.
Periodic lubrication at the Stations shall be done.
Routine lubrication at the Stations.
Regular cleaning at stations to ensure a clean and dust-free atmosphere.
Periodic Inspection, checking and replacement of hauling rope especially the
spliced zones.
Inspection, checking, lubrication and replacement if and when required of line
components such as line sheaves.
Tightening of all station tower bolts periodically.
Checking of prime mover such as motors, gearbox, couplings etc.
Regular checking of service and emergency brakes.
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Regular checking of DG set and Diesel Engine.
Mock trial of rescue system at periodic intervals.
Adequate maintenance spares will be stocked for smooth operation.
Special tools & tackles will kept in the workshop
ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
Land Environment:
Construction phase:
The ropeway project lies under Matheran Eco-Sensitive Zone in which 2.572 ha would required
to be diverted for ropeway project in the interest of matheran. The diversion of forest land will
be required for construction of terminal stations, and line towers along the corridor for which
Stage-I already received.
Operation Phase:
Although no major impact on land is envisaged during the operation phase, proper collection
shall be taken care for no disposal of solid or hazardous waste & wastewater on land.
Air Environment
Construction phase:
During the construction activities for the proposed terminal stations there will be fugitive
emission such as particulate emission etc. on small scale. Water sprinkling shall be done to
mitigate the impacts of dust generation.
The particulate emissions will be minimal and short term in nature. For the construction of line
towers, the generation of the dust will be low as compared to the construction of terminal
stations. Moreover, the dust generated during the construction phase will be considerably
reduced due to localized meteorological conditions.
Operation Phase:
The operation of the proposed ropeway will not involve major air emissions. Ropeway
operation is an environment friendly non-polluting transport system.
DG set of 2 x 400 KVA and 2 x 100 KVA are proposed for backup power supply. These D.G.
Sets will be provided with proper stack height as per the CPCB norms.
As per the specifications from D.G. Set manufacturer, the emissions rates that shall be
maintained are given in Table below:
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D. G. Set.
Capacity
No. PM
gm/kw-hr
NOx
gm/kw-hr
SO2
gm/kw-hr
CO
gm/kw-hr
400 KVA 2 0.3 9.2 1.3 3.5
100 KVA 2 0.3 9.2 1.3 3.5
The impact of pollutants such as SO2, NOx and CO mainly released from D.G sets and their
concentration & impact will be very negligible and of short term duration.
The system will be operated mainly on electricity provided by Grid. DG sets will be used as a
stand-by only at the time of power failure.
Noise Environment
Construction Phase:
The noise emission sources during construction phase will include construction machineries/
equipments to be employed at site.
The management measures for noise & vibration control are as follows:
Standard methods and machinery shall be used.
Job rotation and provision of earmuffs to the workers in high noise areas.
Operation Phase:
DG set of capacity 2 X 400 KVA and 2 x 100 KVA are proposed for backup power supply.
Acoustically enclosed DG Sets will be bought and installed.
The noise & vibration management measures are discussed below:
Noise free and less air pollution emitting, acoustically enclosed DG Sets, approved by the
CPCB will be bought and installed.
The system will be operated mainly on electricity provided by Grid. DG sets will be used
as a stand-by only at the time of power failure. DG sets shall be installed on proper vibration
pads to avoid vibration impacts.
The noise pollution due to operation of DG set can be controlled by installation of silent
cowling to a value of 65 dB (A).
The normal ropeway operations are always lower than 50 dB (A) of noise level. Proper
maintenance of the ropeway during the operational phase will be done to ensure low or no
noise and environmental impacts.
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Water Environment
Construction Phase:
During construction Phase, water will mainly be required for ropeway development, dust
suppression & human consumption. It is estimated that around 5 KLD of water shall be
required.
Operation Phase:
The total water requirement has been estimated as 73 KLD as per detailed below and the source
will be Charlotte lake or Ulhas river. Water shall be used mainly for flushing, drinking, hand
washing & horticulture purposes. Total quantity of waste water generation has been estimated
to be 66 KLD. The waste water generated will be treated in STP
WATER MANGAEMENT FOR PHASE-I
S. No.
Population Factor
(LPCD)
Water
Requirement
(in KLD)
Waste Water
Discharge
(in KLD) Visitors 4500 15 68
Staff 25 45 1
Sub Total
69 65
1. Domestic
Sub-Total - 21
Hand washing –
17
Drinking – 4
Sub-Total - 17
Hand washing –
17
Drinking - Nil
2. Flushing
48 48
3. Gardening
2 Nil
4. Miscellaneous
2 1 Total
73 KLD 66 KLD
WATER MANGAEMENT FOR PHASE-II
S. No.
Population Factor
(LPCD)
Water
Requirement
(in KLD)
Waste Water
Discharge
(in KLD) Visitors 8400 15 126
Staff 50 45 2
Sub Total
128 115
1. Domestic
Sub-Total - 38
Hand washing –
25
Drinking – 13
Sub-Total - 25
Hand washing –
25
Drinking - Nil
2. Flushing
90 90
3. Gardening
3 Nil
4. Miscellaneous
2 1
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Total
133 KLD 116 KLD
Storm Water Management
Maximum collection of rain water shall be done and the stored water shall be reused
wherever possible.
Garland drains are proposed around the pillars/towers to ensure the proper drainage of the
storm water and to prevent disturbance to the drainage pattern of the area.
Solid Waste Management
Construction Phase: Wastes which are likely to be generated during the construction of
terminals include the following:
Municipal Waste: Site clearance
Construction Waste: Construction materials arising from the construction may include
waste timber work, spent concrete and cement screening and material and equipment
wrappings.
Excavated materials: Excavation during pillar foundations will lead to generation of
excess soil. Top soil will be used for landscaping and left out soil will be used for land
filling.
Local labors will be preferably employed; no labour camp will be setup at the site. Approx.
3 Kg/day wastes will be generated which will be sent to solid waste/landfill site.
Operation Phase: During operation phase, solid waste will be generated by ropeway users,
employee, etc. The estimates of the solid waste generated from the proposed project have been
shown in table below:
Type of Waste Colour
of Bin
Category Disposal Method Total Waste
(kg/day)
Organic Waste Green Bio-degradable The waste will be
disposed by
Vermicomposting
474
Recyclable
Waste
Blue Recyclable Collected and given to
approved recycler
123
Plastic Waste Blue Recyclable Collected and given to
approved recycler
81
Total Waste
678 kg/ day
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The above table indicates that the total 678 Kg/day of waste will be generated due to the
proposed development.
The waste oil generated from D.G sets will be sent to authorize hazardous waste disposal
authority.
Detail of Vermi-composting:
The biodegradable waste shall be collected in the green bins and converted to
nutrient rich vermicompost by using earthworms as biological agents. It is healthy
and natural process. Vermicompost contains major and minor nutrients in plant-
available forms, enzymes, vitamins and plant growth hormones.
Composting is largely a biological process in which microorganisms of aerobic
(which require air or oxygen for development) and an anaerobic (which functions
in absence of air or free oxygen) decompose organic matter and lower the carbon-nitrogen ratio
of the substrate.
Vermicomposting for Green Bins
Vermicomposting pits with broad base and drainage holes will be made. Plastic sheets with small
holes at bottom of the box shall be placed. A layer of soil shall be added which is of 3 cm depth
and a layer of coconut fibre of 5 cm depth above it for draining of excess moisture. A thin layer
of compost and worms shall be added above it. About 250 worms will be sufficient for the box.
The daily vegetable wastes shall be spread in layers. The top of the box will be covered with a
piece of sac, to provide dim light inside the box. When the box is full, it would be kept without
disturbance, for a week. When the compost is ready, the box will be kept outside in the open for
2-3 hours so that the worms come down to the lower fibre layer. Remove compost from the top,
dry and sieve. Some species of worms release nitrogen, sulfur, phosphorus, and trace elements
from organic matter. Others break down soil minerals and release potassium, phosphorus,
magnesium, calcium and iron. Still other species make and release natural plant growth hormones,
which stimulate root growth. The vermicomposting produced has an average nutrient status of 1.8
% N (Nitrogen), 1.9 % P2O5 (Phosphorous Pentaoxide) and 1.6 % K2O, (Potassium Oxide) but
composition will vary with the substrate used.
Uses of compost
The manure shall be used for landscaping purpose & unused manure shall be given to
farmers.
Ecological Environment
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The alignment falls within a Forest land which needs to be diverted for development of terminal
stations & line towers. About 2.572 of area of forest land will be required to be diverted. This
activity will be carried out as per the guidelines of the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980. A
compensatory afforestation plan will be developed.
By Adopting the latest technology available, such as transferring wire ropes and towers by an
airborne technique during installation we will drastically reduce the no. trees to be cut less than
25. We have given an affidavit to this effect in Hon. Supreme Court.
Socio Economic Scenario
There will be no displacement or immigration of the human population due to the proposed
project. Provide direct and indirect employment opportunities to the local people.
Enhance visitor experience and boost tourism in the region.
SAFETY AND RESCUE PLAN
Safety Plan
The ropeway system will be designed, manufactured and installed in accordance with the latest
standards of ropeway technology, will feature state-of-the-art equipment and operate
automatically (with the exception of cabin parking). It will fully comply with the latest CEN
standards (European standard) and safety requirements for Aerial Passenger Ropeways.
CEN standards are most reliable in terms of technological and safety requirements.
Before making it for public use the ropeway project shall be thoroughly inspected to ensure the
ropeway project is safe for public use. After getting clearance certificate, the commercial
operation of the ropeway would be able to commence.
Safety Measures
In order to enhance system reliability, besides the electric main drive unit (AC motor), two
independent hydrostatic emergency drive units shall be allowed for operation of the system
at a reduced capacity and in emergency cases.
A hydraulic emergency drive will be installed to bring the passengers in case of a power
failure back to the station.
The detachable system features friction sheaves at the incoming and outgoing sides of the
stations. These sheaves transmit the speed of the rope via double V-belts to the conveyors
which transport the carriers through the stations. This configuration ensures positive
control and synchronization of rope speed and carrier conveying speed in each station in
both forward and reverse directions, irrespective of the drive selected.
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Key functions of the ropeway, such as rope speed and grip opening and closing operations,
are monitored and controlled by electronic safety circuits in order to ensure smooth
operation and maximum safety.
Fixed rope tensioning is achieved by two hydraulic cylinders in the tensioning terminal for
each rope loop.
The parking of cabins is carried out manually / automatically. The parking provided is
sufficient for all cabins and will be located in the drive station Terminal 3 “Lift”.
The ropeway is designed for one main direction of rotation. For special requirements,
rescue and service purposes, reverse operation are permitted at a limited speed.
All elements of the ropeway are mounted onto a steel structure which is anchored on
concrete foundations.
The Gondolas shall be provided with door lock, which cannot be opened by the passengers
In the event of main supply power failure, full capacity D.G. Sets provided to supply power
to run drive motors.
Emergency push buttons should be provided at all stations to stop the ropeway, if required.
4.3 Rescue Arrangement:
The rescue of stranded passengers shall be carried out by the following method:
Two independent hydrostatic emergency drives:
o Hydraulic motor drive via gear rim on the bullwheel at the Drive station.
o Hydraulic motor drive via gear rim on the bullwheel at the Return station.
In emergency cases the passengers will normally stay in the cabins and will be brought back
to the stations by means of emergency drives. The innovative recovery concept which will
be implicated in the Shimla ropeway project uses technical and organizational measures to
ensure that all passengers can be safely returned to the stations in the carriers at all times.
This concept enables you to offer your passengers maximum safety and comfort. This is
achieved by duplicating all function-related parts and equipment, and making them
independently operable, or ensuring that they can be restored to function at short notice so
that the haul rope can always be moved.
It will be ensured that each tower is accessible, e.g. for maintenance and rescue purposes.
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PROJECT SCHEDULE & COST ESTIMATES
The estimated project cost is of Rs. 50 crores. The scheduled completion date shall occur on
the 550th day from the appointed date. On or before the scheduled Completion date, the
concessionaire shall have completed the construction of the entire project.
COST ON EMP
CAPITAL EXPENDITURE
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No
Description Capital Cost
(Rs. In Lacs)
1 Landscaping 25
2 STP / Waste water treatment 85
3 D.G. set Stack 10
4 D.G. set Enclosure 15
5 Solid Waste Management/ Pyrolysis plant 20
Total Rs. 155 Lacs
PROJECT BENEFITS
The ropeway will use electric power and not diesel so it will not generate air pollutant
like diesel engine and taxies.
Eco-Tourism principles would be adopted by ropeway sponsors for the protection and
conservation of ecological balance in Matheran region. Ropeway authorities would
educate the tourists about eco-tourism to protect and conserve the natural resources in
Matheran.
The goods when transported by road from Neral to Matheran have to be further carried
from Dasturi point, beyond which vehicles are not permitted to the main market (3km),
on head or in human pulled carts. The ropeway will carry these goods straight to
Matheran Market.
Presently visitors/tourist engage taxi upto Dasturi Point and further engage rickshaw
pullers/coolies to climb the hill for 2-3km. The climb is steep and involves hard labour
by coolies and rickshaw pullers. The health hazard due to this occupation can be
avoided instead they can be provided alternative income opportunity in Matheran after
commissioning of Ropeway.
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Ropeway will provide speedier, cheaper, and a more comfortable alternative to tourist
and locals.
Ropeway will be useful for upliftment of Matheran.
Tourist potential, which is now underutilized due to bad roads, costlier and risky
transport facilities, monopoly of taxi owner, expensive lodging and boarding etc.