Initial Environmental Examination

Project No.: 45371-007

July 2017

India: Madhya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency

Improvement Project

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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
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Project Number: 45371-007
July 2017

Madhya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency Improvement

Project

Initial Environmental Examination (IEE)

For Water Resources Department

Madhya Pradesh
 CURRENCY EQUIVALENTS
(as of 1 July 2017)

Currency Unit – Indian rupee (₹)

₹1.00 = $0.015477
$1.00 ₹64.612

ABBREVIATIONS

ADB - Asian Development Bank

MPIEIP - Madhya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency Improvement Project
BOD - Biological Oxygen Demand
COD - Chemical Oxygen Demand
CCA - Cultivable command area
CPCB - Central Pollution Control Board
DSC - Design and Supervision Consultant
EARF - Environment Assessment and Review Framework
EIA - Environmental Impact Assessment
EMP - Environmental Management Plan
EPC - Engineering Procurement and Construction
ESMC - Environmental and Social Management Cell
ES - Environmental Specialist
FGD - Focus Group Discussion
FRL - Full Reservoir level
HSMP - Health and Safety Management Plan
IEE - Initial environmental examination
INR - Indian Rupee
KIP - Kundalia Irrigation Project
LGC - Local Grievance Committee
GRC - Grievance Redress Committee
MOM - Minutes of Meeting
MLD - Million Liters per day
MoEFCC - Ministry of Environment and Forests and Climate Change
NGO - Nongovernment Organization
NMP - Nutrient Management Plan
NOx - Nitrogen oxide
PIU - project implementation unit
PM - Particulate Matter
PMC - Project Management Consultant
PMU - project management unit
PPE - Personal Protective Equipment
PUC - Pollution under Control Certificate
REA - Rapid Environmental Assessment
SC - Scheduled Caste
SO2 - Sulphur Dioxide
SPL - Sound Pressure Level
SPS - Safeguards Policy Statement
SS - Safeguards Specialist
ST - Scheduled Tribe
 NOTES

() In this report, "$" refers to US dollars.

This 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 particular 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.
 Contents
I. INTRODUCTION 1
A. Background 1
B. Purpose of IEE 2
C. Objective 2
D. Scope of Work 2
E. Approach and Methodology 2
F. Report Structure 3
II. POLICY LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK 3
III. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT 7
A. Project Overview 7
B. Project Location 7
C. Project Components 10
D. Project Implementation Schedule 10
IV. DESCRIPTION OF EXISTING ENVIRONMENT (BASELINE DATA) 12
A. Physical Resources 12
1. Atmosphere 12
2. Ambient Air Quality 12
3. Ambient Noise level 13
4. Topography 13
5. Soils 13
6. Surface Water Quality 14
7. Groundwater Resources 15
8. Groundwater Quality 15
9. Fluorosis problem in the Project area 16
10. Geology 17
11. Seismology 17
B. Ecological Resources 17
1. Forests 17
2. Near Kundalia Village (site one) 18
3. Near Payli Village (site two) 19
4. Near Ramgarh Village (site three) 19
5. Biodiversity 19
6. Wildlife 20
7. Aquatic biology 21
8. Fisheries 22
9. Rare & endangered species 22
10. Protected areas 22
C. Economic Resources 22
1. Land use 22
2. Agriculture 22
D. Social and Cultural Resources 28
1. Population 28
2. Occupational Profile 28
3. Educational facilities 28
4. Health facilities 29
 5. Historical \ Archaeological Sites 29
V. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES 30
A. Screening of Impacts 30
B. Categorization of components 30
C. Incremental Environmental and Social Benefits 31
D. Potential Environmental Impacts & Mitigation measures 32
E. Potential Impacts of Associated Facility 33
VI. ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES 34
VII. INFORMATION DISCLOSURE, CONSULTATION AND PARTICIPATION 36
A. Process for Consultation 36
B. Disclosers during the Public Consultation 37
C. Future Consultation and Information Disclosure 37
D. Grievance Redress Mechanism 38
1. Composition and functions of GRC 40
2. Approach to GRC 40
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN 41
A. Mitigation 41
B. Environmental Monitoring Plan 53
C. Implementation Arrangement 54
1. Institutional Requirements 54
2. Capacity Building 55
3. Training and Capacity Building 55
D. Environmental Budget 57
E. Environmental Monitoring and Reporting 59
IX. CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS 60

ANNEXURES
Annexure 1: Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) Checklist ...............................................61
Annexure 2: Plant Species Reported in the Kundalia Project Area ............................................63
Annexure 3: Potential Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures for Components
Proposed under Kundalia Irrigation Project ..........................................................67
Annexure 4: Potential Impacts of Associated Facilities............................................................101
Annexure 5: Minutes of Public Consultation Meetings .............................................................113
Annexure 6: Pest and Nutrient Management Plans .................................................................140

TABLES
Table 1: Environmental Regulatory Compliance for the Kundalia Irrigation Project .................... 4
Table 2: Existing Cropping Pattern KIP (Average of Last 5 years).............................................23
Table 3: Details of crop yield in Project area .............................................................................24
Table 4: Details of source of irrigation in Project area ...............................................................27
Table 5: Details of Livestock in Project Area .............................................................................27
Table 6: Demographic Profile of Project Area ...........................................................................28
Table 7: Details of Occupational structure in Project area .........................................................28
Table 8: Details of Educational facilities in Project area ............................................................29
Table 9: Details of Health facilities in Project area.....................................................................29
Table 10: Categorization of Project components .......................................................................31
Table 11: Analysis of No Project versus With Project Scenario .................................................34
Table 12: Analysis of flow irrigation versus pressurized irrigation ..............................................36
Table 13: Construction Camp Plan............................................................................................42
Table 14: Selection criteriafor construction camp/site locations .................................................45
Table 15: Waste Management Plan ..........................................................................................46
Table 16: Construction Plants & Equipment Management Plan ................................................48
Table 17: Measures at Plant Site ..............................................................................................50
Table 18: Health and Safety Management Plan (HSMP) ...........................................................51
Table 19: Environmental Monitoring Plan ..................................................................................53
Table 20: Training Modules for Environmental Management.....................................................55
Table 21: Environmental Budget ...............................................................................................58
Table 22: Procedures & Indicators for NMP ............................................................................142

FIGURES
Figure 1: Location Map of the Kundalia Irrigation Project ........................................................... 8
Figure 2: Layout Map of the Kundalia Irrigation Project .............................................................. 9
Figure 3: Distribution of crop area under Kharif season.............................................................23
Figure 4: Distribution of crop area under Rabi season...............................................................23
Figure 5: Distribution of area under Horticulture Crops..............................................................24
Figure 6: Grievance Redress Mechanism in MPWRD ...............................................................39
 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is supporting the Madhya Pradesh Irrigation
Efficiency Improvement Project (MPIEIP) that will achieve high irrigation efficiency and water
productivity in two large irrigation schemes in Madhya Pradesh, India. The Kundalia Irrigation
Project (KIP) is one of them which is planned as 100% pressurized pipeline distribution system
for 125,000 hectares (ha) cultivable command area (CCA) primarily through sprinkler technique;
and the supply of water for potable and industrial use.

2. The project on completion will provide irrigation over a CCA of 125,000 ha with 20 MCM
of water for meeting domestic water requirements in 419 villages, 84 MCM of water for meeting
industrial water requirements. It also enabled upliftment of urban population living in small to
medium size town, clusters of Rajgarh and Agar districts. This project will help to generate
permanent employment potential to the large agricultural laborers and check the migration.
Increased agricultural activities and production will also generate multiple type of indirect
employment facilities e.g. workshops, food processing units, transportation etc.

3. The main source of water for the Kundalia Irrigation project funded by the MPIEIP will be
from the reservoir built as part of the Kundalia Major Multiprpose Project (KMMP). Under the
KMMP, the dam is constructed in the Kalisindh river in the lower Chambal basin. The KMMP
involves construction of 2655 meter earthen dam on river Kalisindh, near Balaheda village of
Zirapur tehsil, Rajgarh district. The dam will support reservoir with gross storage capacity
582.75 Million cubic meter (Mcm), which will be used to irrigate 125000 ha of cultivable
command area (CCA)initial coverage 58000 ha CCA, and to provide 100 Mcm domestic and
industrial water for neighboring villages in Rajgarh District. Due to the availability of funding,
the MP government has funded only construction dam and reservoir since 2015 and expected
to completed by 2018. Therefore, under ADB SPS 2009, the KMMP dam and reservoir is
treated as the associated facility for the MPIEIP.

4. The due diligence was undertaken for the associated facility, and found that the EMP for
KMMP that has been approved by MOEFCC of the Government of India covers
comprehensively suitability measures to address its environmental impacts and consistent with
ADB SPS 2009 requirement. There is no additional measures needs to be included in the
MPIEIP to address KMMP.

5. The KIP under the MPIEIP includes following components: (i) piped distribution system,
and Distribution Chambers; (ii) pumping stations, pumping substations, valves and control
system and its power supply system including transmission/distribution line and switch gear.
(iii) other supporting structures/facilities like pipe fabrication plant, and (iv) access and service
roads for all project facilities.

6. The project has been categorized as B as per the Rapid Environment Assessment
(REA) in accordance to the ADB SPS 2009. Therefore, this Initial Environmental Examination
(IEE) has been prepared to address the potential impacts, in line with the recommended IEE
content and structure for Category B project.

7. Objective of the IEE is to (i) avoid adverse impacts of projects on the environment and
affected people; (ii) minimize, mitigate, and compensate for adverse project impacts on the
environment and affected people; (iii) identify mitigation measures; (iv) formulate a grievance
redress mechanism (GRM); and (v) formulate environmental management plan including
monitoring plan.

8. This IEE has been prepared for the KIP. IEE is based on a review of project site plans
and reports; field visits, collection of primary and secondary data to characterize the
environment and identify potential impacts; and interviews and discussions with stakeholders.
The IEE has been prepared in accordance with ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement, 2009
(SPS). The study area for IEE covering CCA of 125,000 ha spread over in four blocks that is
two blocks (Zirapur & Sarangpur) of Rajgarh District and two block (Susner & Nalkheda) of Agar
District and the area required for project component.

9. KIP area experiences semi-arid climate characterized by hot summer, pleasant cold
winter and general dryness throughout the years, except during monsoon season. There are no
major sources of air and noise pollution in the project area. The soil type in the command area
is mixed red and black as per the general classification. Apart from domestic sources, there are
no other sources of water pollution in the KIP area. Groundwater is over exploited & fluoride
affected and having concentration in groundwater more than 4 milligrams per liter (mg/l). The
area of the KIP forms the northern most part of the peninsular shield of India, which is
characterized by a complex geological setup with numerous faults, fractures and weak zones. It
is observed that a 3.6 magnitude event has occurred 28.1 km from the Kundalia dam site during
February 1996. No other event has been recorded within 100 km from the project area.

10. There is no forest area existing in the KIP area. The type of vegetation in the area
depends on the climate, and soil type. As per International Union for Conservation of Nature
(IUCN) status, the species in the KIP areas belong to least concern category. There is no Rare
& endangered species, protected, sensitive sites are reported in the area.

11. The major land use category in KIP area is barren land, as it accounts for about 42.02%
of the total area followed by agricultural land (39.39%). The area under vegetation is 8.03%.
Scrubs and grassland account for about 9.58%. Settlements and water bodies account for
0.04% and 0.94%. Soybean (24.4%) and Wheat (24%) dominate the existing cropping pattern
of the proposed KIP. After soyabean and wheat, the area occupied by gram is 7.7%, Spices
(4.6%), Oranges (4.2%), Maize (3%), Kharif pulses (1.1%), Vegetables (1.8%), Sorghum (1%).
The presence of other crops is insignificant. The major source of irrigation in the command area
is groundwater which accounts for about 78.78% of the total irrigated area. Hand pumps irrigate
about 9.9% of the irrigated area and about 3% of the area is irrigated by ponds. The fertilizer
and pesticide use in the project area districts is quite low. The total livestock which includes
cow, buffalo, sheep, goat, horse, donkey excluding poultry in the project area tehsils is 118,912.
The dominant livestock in the project area tehsils is cow (45.1%), followed by buffalo (32%).

12. The total population of the project area is about 6.53 lakhs. The percentage of
Scheduled Caste (SC) Population in Zirapur& Sarangpur is 19.47% and 19.78% respectively.
Similarly, percentage of SC Population in Susner& Nalkheda is 25.34% and 25.04%
respectively. The percentage of Scheduled Tribe (ST) Population in Zirapur& Sarangpur is
0.67% and 6.41% respectively. Similarly, percentage of ST Population in Susner & Nalkheda is
2.92% and 8.16% respectively. The literacy rate in Susner tehsil is 54.37% and in Nalkheda, it is
56.27%. The literacy rate in Zirapur block is 43.65% and in Sarangpur, it is 51.57%. The literacy
rate as observed from Table-6 is quite low, and is an indicator of socio-economic backwardness
of the area. It is observed that total main workers in the project area are 327765 accounting for
about 50.21% of the total population. The remaining (49.79%) is the dependent population.
Educational facilities i.e. primary schools (792) middle schools (341), secondary school (50), Sr.
Secondary School (26) are available in whole project area. Access to the health care facilities in
the Kundalia Irrigation project area is extremely poor. There are 5 hospitals, 17 Ayurvedic
Hospitals and 10 Primary Health centres. No archeological \ historical monument or sites are
present in the Project area.

13. Potential environmental impacts have been assessed and are presented in a manner
that shows magnitude and duration of a particular impact. Adverse environmental impacts may
arise due to certain planned activities, like disposal of excavated material during laying of
pipeline & installation of pump stations, valves and control system and support structures,
fabrication plant for pipeline . These impacts can be minimized and avoided by various
mitigation measures through proper planning in design, during construction and operation stage.

14. Public consultations conducted in the KIP at two places Susner & Zirapur one is located
in the Agar Malwa District and another in Rajgarh District, respectively. These public
consultation meetings held after duly informing the group of stakeholders including local
communities, civil society, government and local bodies, and villagers. Project activities and
their potential impacts have been discussed during public consultation to receive the perception
and observations of affected peoples about the project and their observations/suggestions for
inclusion in the project report.

15. All the potential impacts identified due to proposed project activities are temporary and
insignificant likely to be localized and will occur over a relatively short period during the
construction period. However, as precautionary measures some environmental management
plans (EMPs) like construction camp plan, waste management plan, construction plan and
equipment management plan and health and safety management plan have been formulated as
a part of environmental mitigation and management plan which are common for all the activities
and need to be included in the contract document. With strict adoption and enforcement of
these mitigation measures, all these impacts can be avoided and minimized. The contractor
shall abide by all existing Environmental regulations and requirements of the local level, State
Government of Madhya Pradesh and Government of India, during implementation and
compliance with all mitigation measures and monitoring requirements set out in the
Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan.

16. The project is planned to execute through design-build-operate (DBO) model. The Water
Resources Department Madhya Pradesh (MPWRD) is the executing agency. The Project
Management Unit (PMU) have been established for the overall project management and the
Project Implementation Unit (PIU) will be established at the project site (Zirapur) for effective
implementation of the project. One Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist (SS) will be
appointed within the PICU, and one Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist (SS) will
be appointed in the PIU. These are responsible for overall management implementation of the
resettlement and environmental safeguard provisions and assist in monitoring impacts and
mitigation measures associated with project.

17. Monitoring implementation of mitigation measures will be done by the Contractor; and
over all regulatory monitoring of the environmental issues to be done by the PMU Environmental
and Social Specialist. The monitoring carried out by the contractor through the approved agency
will be supervised by the Safeguard Specialist of the PIU. The proposed monitoring of all relevant
attributes such as construction wastes disposal, dust suppression, ambient air quality, water
quality, noise levels, supply of personal protective equipment PPE), establishing Medical
facilities, Accident record, Post construction clearance of site with a description of the sampling
stations, frequency of monitoring, and responsible agencies are presented in monitoring plan.
18. The Environmental Specialist of the PMU and PIU will provide the basic training required
for environmental awareness followed by specific aspects of KIP along with environmental
implication. Specific modules customized for the available skill set will be devised after
assessing the capabilities of the members of the Training Programmer and the requirements of
the project. The entire training would cover basic principles of environmental assessment and
management; mitigation plans and programmers’, implementation techniques, monitoring
methods and tools. The PMU will monitor and measure the progress of EMP implementation.
PIU will submit the quarterly monitoring and implementation reports to PMU. The PMU will
submit semi-annual monitoring reports to ADB and will be disclosed in the ADB Website. ADB
will review project performance against the MPWRD’s commitments as agreed in the legal
documents.

19. GRMis formulated for affected person at three levels viz. Local Grievance Committee
(LGC), Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) at PIU, GRC within Environmental and Social
Management Cell (ESMC) at PMU. Affected person/aggrieved party can approach to GRC for
redress of his/their grievances through Web/ Telecom/through implementing Community-Based
Prominent Persons. LGC includes Community Based Prominent Persons Line Agency,

20. The IEE concluded that potential impacts from this project can be offset through
provision of proven mitigation measures during the design and adoption of good engineering
practices during construction and implementation. The EMP provides mitigation of all identified
impacts and the contract clauses for the environmental provisions. Further, the proposed
designs have been consulted with the stakeholders. The effective implementation of EMP will
be important part for the success of the project

21. The IEE shows that there is no outstanding environmental issue, and therefore, the EIA
is not warranted. No significant issues were reported which required redress in terms of
environmental safeguards.
 Madhya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency Improvement Project (RRP IND 45371)

I. INTRODUCTION

A. Background

1. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is supporting the Madhya Pradesh Irrigation
Efficiency Improvement Project (MPIEIP) that will achieve high irrigation efficiency and water
productivity in two large irrigation schemes in Madhya Pradesh, India. The Kundalia Irrigation
Project (KIP), which was planned as 100% pressurized pipeline distribution system for 125,000
hectares (ha) cultivable command area (CCA) primarily through sprinkler technique; and the
supply of water for potable and industrial use. The KIP components will include (i) piped
distribution system; (ii) pumping stations, pumping substations, valves and control system and
its power supply system including transmission/distribution line; (iii) other supporting
structures/facilities like pipe fabrication plant, and supporting facilities, and (iv) access roads for
all project facilities. The MPIEIP will finance the development of the KIP.

2. The Kundalia Major Multipurpose Project, (KMMP), which will be the main source of
water for the Kundalia irrigation network constructed by the MPIEIP is treated as “associated
facility” under the ADB SPS 2009. The KMMP of the State Government of Madya Pradesh is
located in the lower Chambal Basin. The KMMP involves construction of 2,655 meters of
earthen dam on Kalisind River, near Balaheda Village of Zirapur Tehsil, Rajgarh District. The
dam will support reservoir with gross storage capacity 582.75 million cubic meter (MCM), which
will be used to irrigate 125,000 ha of CCA with initial coverage 58,000 ha CCA, and to provide
100 Mcm domestic and industrial water for neighboring villages in Rajgarh District. The dam
and reservoir require 7,610.27 ha, of which 680 ha forest land, 2,338 ha revenue land, and
4,592 ha private land.

3. As there is no protected area involved, the KMMP does not need a clearance from the
National Board of Wildlife but requires only environmental clearance from the Ministry of
Environment Forest and Climate Change (MOEFCC). The MOEFCC clearance for KMMP
including irrigation works for 25,000 ha CCA was granted on 14 January 2015. The state
government has started with KMMP since 2015. Due to the availability of funding, the state
government has focused on dam and reservoir construction but the construction of irrigation
network has been detached from the initial construction work of KMMP. The MPIEIP will finance
the KIP only. As per the ADB Safeguard Policy Statement, 2009 (SPS) this project is
categorized as B project for environment safeguard requirement. Therefore, Initial
Environmental Examination (IEE) has been prepared and conducted in accordance to ADB
SPS. This IEE assesses the KIP and specifies measures towards addressing the impacts. The
IEE is based on a review of project site plans and reports; field visits, collection of primary and
secondary data to characterize the environment and identify potential impacts; and interviews
and discussions with stakeholders. The due diligence for KMMP has been carried out to assess
an impact or risk of its influence to the KIP and also to assess whether the KMMP has been
equipped with environmental management plan to address its environmental impacts

4. Based on the findings of the IEE, the environmental management plan (EMP) has been
prepared, outlining the specific environmental measures to be adhered to during various phases
implementation of the subproject. This EMP forms part of the contract document, and shall
enable integration of environmental provisions/management measures in the Contract
Document.
B. Purpose of IEE

5. The present proposal is aimed at KIP. The environmental impacts due to this project are
mostly related to the location of the site, construction impacts and operation & maintenance as
well. Therefore, as per ADB’s Environmental Assessment Guidelines, the project components
are categorized as “B” and this IEE has been carried out. This IEE provides mitigation measures
for impacts related to location and design, construction, operation, and maintenance.

C. Objective

6. Objective of the IEE is to (i) avoid adverse impacts of projects on the environment and
affected people, where possible; (ii) minimize, mitigate, and compensate for adverse project
impacts on the environment and affected people when avoidance is impossible; (iii) identify
mitigation measures; (iv) formulate a GRM; and (v) formulate EMP including monitoring plan to
help borrower/clients to address all environmental concerns related with KIP and to strengthen
their safeguard systems and develop the capacity to manage environment and social risks.

D. Scope of Work

7. The scope of work of the study is to undertake a Rapid Environmental Assessment for
the project based on the feasibility study to confirm whether the project should be kept as
category “B” based on ADB SPS 2009, and prepare the IEE for the proposed KIP in accordance
to the ADB’s SPS. This study has been carried out by undertaking following field visit, collecting
and analyzing secondary data, predicting the potential environmental impacts and proposing
mitigation measures, undertaking public consultations, and formulating environmental
management plan.

E. Approach and Methodology

8. The IEE has been prepared in accordance with ADB’s SPS by taking into consideration
the government environmental assessment regulatory requirement.

9. Study area: The study area for IEE covering CCA of 125,000 ha spread over in four
blocks that is two blocks (Zirapur & Sarangpur) of Rajgarh District and two blocks (Susner &
Nalkheda) of Agar District and area to be required for various project appurtenances

10. The study has been carried out by taking the following activities:

(i) Reconnaissance survey.

(ii) Field Visit to all proposed project component under this study including visit to
Mohanpura pipeline fabrication plant and existing 15-megawatt (MW) Solar
Power Plant near Rajgarh town.
(iii) Review project feasibility study report.
(iv) Review the environmental impact assessment (EIA) report for the KMMP, and
clearance letters from Forest Department and MOEFCC to identify a potential
risk to KIP.
(v) Review other project preparation documents prepared by MPWRD.
(vi) Public consultations undertaken by Environmental Specialists (ES) and Focus
Group Discussion (FGD) meetings undertaken by the consultants.
(vii) Review Published reports on geology, groundwater, surface water, soil, climate,
flora, fauna, and cultural resources for Rajgarh and Agar districts.
 (viii) Review literature related with environmental impact from similar projects.
11. The evaluation of impacts has been assessed on the following criteria:

(i) Impact area. The environmental impacts will be significant if the affect will be beyond
the project areas or activities areas.
(ii) Duration of impact. The environmental impacts will be significant if the effect will
be continuing beyond the construction period. However, some impacts that will
also occur during operation will be categorized based on area of impact and the
characteristic of impacts.
(iii) Characteristic of impact. The environmental impact will be categorized as
significant if the impact will be irreversible.
12. The residual impacts and cumulative impacts have been assessed in qualitative basis.

13. The mitigation measures for impacts related to location, design, construction, operation,
and maintenance have been presented in each project component.

F. Report Structure

14. This report contains nine sections including this introductory section: (i) Introduction;
(ii) Policy Legal and Administrative Framework, (iii) Description of the Project; (iv) Description of
the Existing Environment; (v) Anticipated Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures;
(vi) Analysis of alternatives; (vii) Information Disclosure Consultation &Participation;
(viii) Environmental Management Plan; and (ix) Conclusions and Recommendations.

II. POLICY LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK

15. The environmental regulations and mandatory requirements for the KIP is shown in
Table 1. The EIA notification, 2006 and its subsequent amendments in 2009 by the Ministry of
Environment and Forests (MOEF, Government of India) specify the mandatory environmental
clearance requirements. Accordingly, all projects and activities are broadly categorized into two
categories1- Category A and Category B, based on the spatial extent of potential impacts and
potential impacts on human health and natural and man-made resources. Given that the
proposed project KIP is not covered by the EIA notification, and the environment clearance
requirements from the are not triggered, however for associated facilities i.e. Dam and
Reservoir has already obtain from Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
(MOEF&CC) vide letter “Environmental Clearance No. J-12011/42/2011-IA.I, dated 14 January
2015”

2
All projects or activities included as Category ‘A’ in the Schedule, including expansion and modernization of existing projects or
activities and change in product mix, will require prior environmental clearance from the Central Government in the Ministry of
Environment and Forests (MoEF) on the recommendations of an Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) to be constituted by the
Central Government for the purposes of this notification; All projects or activities included as Category ‘B’ in the Schedule,
including expansion and modernization of existing projects or activities as specified in sub paragraph (ii) of paragraph 2, or
change in product mix as specified in sub paragraph (iii) of paragraph 2, but excluding those which fulfil the General Conditions
(GC) stipulated in the Schedule, will require prior environmental clearance from the State/Union territory Environment Impact
Assessment Authority (SEIAA). The SEIAA shall base its decision on the recommendations of a State or Union territory level
Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) as to be constituted for in this notification. In addition, General Condition (GC) of the
notification specifies that any project or activity specified in Category ‘B’ will be treated as Category A, if located in whole or in
part within 10 km from the boundary of: (i) Protected Areas notified under the Wild Life Protection) Act, 1972, (ii) Critically Polluted
areas as notified by the Central Pollution Control Board from time to time, (iii) Notified Eco-sensitive areas, (iv) inter-State
boundaries and international boundaries
 Table 1: Environmental Regulatory Compliance for the Kundalia Irrigation Project

Applicability of Acts/Guidelines Compliance Criteria

ADB Safeguard Policy Statement, This ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement, 2009 (SPS) provides
(2009) information for categorization of projects into category A, B
or C and developing required level of environmental
assessment.
Category A: project has adverse environmental impact that
irreversible, diverse or unprecedented
Category B: project has site specific potential adverse
environmental impact less than category A.
Category C: project has minimal adverse environmental
impact or no adverse impact.
Since the KIP project components does not involve
acquisition of forest land and other private property and no
adverse impacts, as per the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB)
Environmental Assessment Guidelines, the KIP is categorized
as ‘B’ and IEE is being carried out.
The Environmental Impact This Notification provides information for categorization of
Assessment Notification, (EIA) projects into category A and B, based on extent of impacts,
2006 (and its subsequent developing require level of EIA. The projects involve
amendments in 2009) Construction of Dam and reservoir comes under Category A
as per the notification. Proposed (KIP) Project which is
planned as a pressurized pipeline distribution system for
125,000 hectares (ha) cultivable command area (CCA); and
the supply of water for potable and industrial use. The piped
distribution system including, pump stations, sub-stations and
power supply system, transmission pipelines, valves, controls
and associated structures does not involve acquisition of
forest, private land and property as well as forest, Therefore
does not have any serious impact.
The associated facilities dam and reservoir will involve the
submergence of 680 ha of forest area; however, the particular
area is already mostly degraded outside of ecologically
important habitat. Environment clearance for the dam and
reservoir including command area of 58,040 ha has
already obtained from MOEF&CC. vide letter
“Environmental Clearance No. J-12011/42/2011-IA.I, dated 14
January 2015.
The Water (Prevention and Control This Act and Rules outlines the activities which are
of Pollution) Act 1974 and The prohibited on account of their potential to cause water
Water (Prevention and Control of pollution. Pollution from various sources in the command
Pollution) Rules 1975 area needs to be controlled as per this Act and Rules.
The state pollution control board accord No Objection
Certificate (NOC) for consent to establish & consent to
operate for the project.
Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 This act provides guideline
For conservation of forests and diversion of forest land for
non-forest uses. The law also states guidelines on de-
reservation of various categories of forests for diversion of
 Applicability of Acts/Guidelines Compliance Criteria
forest land into for non forest purposes. This law describes
the penalty for contravention of the provisions of the Act.
Restriction on the de-reservation of forests or use of forest
land for non-forest purpose.
Proposed KIP which is planned as a pressurized pipeline
distribution system for 125,000 hectares (ha) does not involve
acquisition of forest land. Even command area does not have
any forest patches. Thus it is not Applicable for KIP
For associated facilities i.e. Dam and Reservoir, involved
680 ha forest area. Approval for 680 ha forest area is
already in place from MOEF&CC vide their letter no 8-
02/2014-FC dated 15 September 2015.
No forest land is to be acquired for additional command
area of the project; hence this Act is not applicable to KIP.
The Indian Wildlife (Protection) This Act provides guidelines for protection of [Wild
Act, 1972, amended 1993, The animals, birds and plants] and for matters connected
Wild Life (Protection) Amendment therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto. It also states
Act, 2002 the norms for hunting of wild animals, prohibition of
picking, uprooting, etc., of specified plants. The Act deals
with the declaration of area as Sanctuary, National Park,
and closed area and also states the restriction of entries in
the sanctuary.
In KIP, there no Sanctuary, National Park, and closed
area, thus it is not applicable for KIP.
Biodiversity Act 2002 and The Act essentially controls access to indigenous
Biodiversity Rules 2004 biodiversity resources. No agency/person referred to in
sub-section (2) shall, without previous approval of the
National Bio-diversity Authority, obtain any biological
resource occurring in India or knowledge associated
thereto for research or for commercial utilization or for bio -
survey and bio-utilization.
In KIP, there is no indigenous biodiversity resources,
hence it is not applicable for KIP.
Environmental Impact Assessment It delineates the steps required for obtaining environmental
Notification, 2009 and clearance. As per the notification, a list of projects,
Environmental Impact Assessment requiring environmental clearance from regulatory
Act, 2009 agencies at the state or central government level has been
provided.
The necessary clearance for the command area 58,040 ha
is already obtained from MOEF vide letter “Environmental
Clearance No. J-12011/42/2011-IA.I, dated 14 January 2015”

16. The environmental specialists along with project preparatory technical assistance (TA)
team carried out reconnaissance visits during the period from 20 to 25 April 2016 covering the
entire command area under the project. Initial focus has been on reviewing the various aspects
including environment, socio economic, etc. During the field visits, different villages were visited
and had discussions with the farming community to know the perception of the villagers about
the project in general and specifically relating to the water resources availability, existing fauna,
flora cropping pattern and possibilities of their involvement during the implementation process,
Focused group discussions were also conducted in some of the villages. Rapid Environmental
Assessment (REA) has also been carried out during field visit. The environmental screening
reveals that the most significant environmental impacts are anticipated during construction
phase and are generic to construction activities. However, since it is an irrigation project aimed
at improvement of the irrigation efficiency, not much impacts are anticipated even in the
operation phase. Thus, all impacts are site specific, reversible and can be readily mitigated
supporting a Category B classification.

17. It can also be observed from Table-1, that the proposed project does not need to go
through a full-scale environmental assessment process; as the scale of impacts and
categorization of the project components will not require clearances from Competent
Authorities. The project selection criteria specify that all project activities pertaining to KIP are in
accordance with the provisions of the Management Plan.

18. The ADB guidelines, stipulate addressing environmental concerns, if any, of a proposed
activity in the initial stages of project preparation. For this, the ADB Guidelines categorizes the
proposed components into categories (A, B or C) to determine the level of environmental
assessment required to address the potential impacts.2 The REA checklist method was followed
as per ADB requirement to assess the potential impacts of the project in planning phase. During
reconnaissance survey, REA checklist was prepared which is attached as Annexure 1 with this
report. The project has been categorized as B as per the REA checklist. Accordingly, this IEE
has been prepared to address the potential impacts, in line with the recommended IEE content
and structure for Category B project. The IEE has been conducted based on primary and
secondary sources of information and field reconnaissance surveys and stakeholders
consultations. Evaluation has been conducted for impacts likely to occur due to location, design
and pre-construction, construction, operation & maintenance. An EMP outlining the specific
environmental measures to be adhered to during implementation of the project has been
prepared. An EMP outlining the specific environmental measures required has been indicated in
the IEE. Since the project is in inception stage location and layouts of the project component are
also not finalized, quantification of the impact is not possible at this stage. Quantification of
impact and site specific EMP shall be prepared by the turnkey contractor during implementation
of the KIP.

2
As per SPS 2009 projects are assigned to one of the following four categories: (i) Category A. A proposed project
is classified as category A if it is likely to have significant adverse environmental impacts that are irreversible,
diverse, or unprecedented. These impacts may affect an area larger than the sites or facilities subject to physical
works. An environmental impact assessment is required. (ii) Category B. A proposed project is classified as
category B if its potential adverse environmental impacts are less adverse than those of category A projects. These
impacts are site-specific, few if any of them are irreversible, and in most cases mitigation measures can be
designed more readily than for category A projects. An initial environmental examination is required. (iii) Category
C. A proposed project is classified as category C if it is likely to have minimal or no adverse environmental impacts.
No environmental assessment is required although environmental implications need to be reviewed (iv) Category
FI. A proposed project is classified as category FI if it involves investment of ADB funds to or through a FI (paras.
65-67).
 III. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

A. Project Overview

19. Madhya Pradesh has embarked on an irrigation expansion and modernization plan since
2010. New developments, infrastructure modernization and substantial management and
operation improvement led to an increase in net irrigation area from 0.88 million ha in 2006 to
3.1 million ha in 2015. These efforts have been rewarded by record annual agricultural growth of
20% over the last 3 years. The state plans to further increase the total irrigated area to 5.9
million ha by 2025. This will be achieved by maximizing irrigation efficiency and water
productivity in both new and existing irrigation systems. It includes development of pressurized
irrigation, adoption of micro-irrigation and production of high value crops. The state has set the
ambitious target to develop pressurized irrigation in 80% of all irrigated areas by 2025.

20. The KMMP which covers reservoir, dam and its other supporting facilities (40-meter [m]
high dam, 582.75 MCM capacity of reservoir with submergence area of 7,476 ha at full reservoir
level (FRL) 400.00 m. which includes 680 ha of forest area) is treated as “associated facilities”.
The clearances for the associated facilities with the irrigation CCA 58,000 ha had been obtained
from the concerned authorities of the state and government of India3.

21. The detailed project report (DPR) associated facilities (dam and reservoir and command
area of 58,000 ha) prepared in March 2013 was based on a reservoir with a live storage of 552
MCM. The proposed CCA was 58,000 ha of which 45,000 ha would be gravity irrigation with
canals and 13,000 ha lift irrigation. The DPR and environmental approvals are in place based
on the plans presented in the DPR. It is now proposed to expand the command area up to
125,000 ha CCA through the use of high efficiency piped distribution system with a 100%
pressurized irrigation systems at the farm level, primarily sprinkler and the supply of water for
potable and industrial use.

22. ADB will finance only for development of the KIP. The KIP will include the design and
construction of a highly efficient and productive pressurized irrigation system with automated
volumetric control for efficient, reliable and flexible water delivery services. The KIP will require
(i) agriculture and marketing support for productive command area development; (ii) installation
of a supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA) and mechanization and
automation of main regulation and outlet structures to reduce management costs and improve
delivery services; and (iii) establishment of performance base management operation and
maintenance of the scheme.

B. Project Location

23. The KIP spread over in two districts (Rajgarh and Agar) covering four blocks that is two
blocks (Zirapur and Sarangpur) of Rajgarh District and two blocks (Susner and Nalkheda) of
Agar District. The location of the KIP is shown in Figure.-1 and Layout of project command area
shown in Figure-2. The KIP which is planned for 100% pressurized pipeline distribution system
for 125,000 ha CCA primarily through sprinkler technique; and for the supply of potable and
industrial water use.

3
Environment clearance for Dam and Reservoir including command area of 58000 ha has already
obtained from MOEF& CC. vide letter “Environmental Clearance No. J-12011/42/2011-IA.I, dated 14 January
2015. Dam and Reservoir involved 680 ha forest areas. Approval for 680 ha forest area is already in
place from MOEF&CC vide their letter no 8-02/2014-FC dated 15 September 2015.
Figure 1: Location Map of the Kundalia Irrigation Project
Figure 2: Layout Map of the Kundalia Irrigation Project
C. Project Components

24. The KIP will include following components:

(i) piped distribution system and distribution chambers (DCs);

(ii) pumping stations, pumping substations, valves and control system and its power
supply system including transmission/distribution line and switch gear; and
(iii) Other supporting structures/facilities like pipe fabrication plant; and
(iv) access and service roads for all project facilities.
25. The main and secondary pipeline network is designed to supply 3.0 kg/cm2 (3.0 bar) at
each village boundary. This will allow a head loss of 1.0 kg/cm2 between the village boundary
and the field outlet. The secondary network feeds clusters of villages in some cases. The
pipeline alignments avoid rocky areas and villages where possible. The DCs will be located on
three available hills close by the Kundalia Dam, which give sufficient pressure head to
respective command areas. The elevation of the DCs is set that sufficient base area is available
on the hill. Civil works at pipe distribution system mainly excavation of trenches for laying of
pipeline, civil works at pumping station including intake trash racks, gates/stop logs, platform,
workshop, surge tanks, fencing, approach channels are land clearing and excavation. Civil work
at distribution chambers will include reinforced concrete tanks and foundation, excavation, land
clearing, fencing, access roads, additional surveys and investigations.

26. The pumping station design for the KIP consist of two main pumping stations PS1-LB
and PS2-RB located on the left and right side of the Kundalia Reservoir and one booster
pumping station PS4.The purpose of the main pumping stations PS1-LB and PS2-RB is to
supply irrigation water from the Kundalia Reservoir to three DCs. The DCs will be constructed
as concrete structures on natural hillocks. From the DCs, the water is fed by gravity into a
pipeline distribution network. The booster pumping station PS4 will operate taking water by
gravity flow from distribution chamber DC3 and supply irrigation water to the higher elevations of
command area. The pumping station building is to be made of in-situ concrete divided by an
expansion joints. Each pumping station will be equipped with pump house overhead cranes for
installation, dismantling and maintenance. The pump intakes will be provided with a trash rack
and vertical slots to position maintenance stop log sets to access the intake chambers for
maintenance or repair. The main equipment such as main pump unit sets, switchgear and
auxiliary pump station equipment will be installed in the pumping station building.

27. The project is planned to execute through a design-build-operate (DBO) model. The
turnkey contractor will carry out detailed design, construction, and manage the operation for an
extended period and hand over to the department after initial successful operation of the
scheme.

D. Project Implementation Schedule

28. To ensure a fast project implementation with the initial commissioning of the dam and
irrigation system in 2019, it is proposed to develop the irrigation system in two stages: Stage1
would be around 58,000 ha for which the official clearances are in place, followed by Stage 2
which the environmental clearance for 67,000 ha CCA is expected to be granted in December
2017. Detailed topographic surveys for 125,000 ha command area have been completed. The
dam is already under construction and scheduled to finish by 2019. The tentative
implementation schedule is to initiate prequalification of bidders in Q2 2017 and award of
contracts in Q1 2018 via advance contracting. The KIP will be built over a period of 3 years with
construction starting in the early 2018. It is planned that the construction of both main pumping
stations would proceed in parallel with each other, though slightly staggered so that one of them
is commissioned within the first 2 years, and the second after 3 years. Construction of the
pipeline network supplied by each pumping station will follow accordingly so that a portion of the
command area can be irrigated coinciding with the commissioning of the dam in 2019.
 IV. DESCRIPTION OF EXISTING ENVIRONMENT (BASELINE DATA)

29. The study area/KIP area for IEE covering CCA of 125,000 ha spread over in four
blocks that is two blocks (Zirapur and Sarangpur) of Rajgarh District and two blocks
(Susner and Nalkheda) of Agar District and area to be required for various project
appurtenances like piped distribution system, pumping stations, pumping sub-stations,
valves and control system and its power supply system including transmission/distribution
line and switchgear and other supporting structures/facilities like (a) pipe fabrication plant
and (b) service roads for all project facilities.

30. Before the start of the project, it is essential to ascertain the base line levels of
appropriate environmental parameters which could be significantly affected by the
implementation of the project. The baseline status assessed as a part of IEE study for the
proposed KIP involved both field work and review of data collected from various
secondary sources. The baseline status has been divided into four categories: physical
resources, ecological resources, economic resources and social and cultural resources.

A. Physical Resources

1. Atmosphere

31. The KIP spread over in two districts (Rajgarh and Agar) covering four blocks that
is two blocks (Zirapur and Sarangpur) of Rajgarh District and two blocks (Susner &
Nalkheda) of Agar District. The dam site which is nearest to Kundalia Village is 15 km
away from sub-tehsil headquarter Zirapur and 55 km away from district headquarter
Rajgarh. The latitude 24o4 ‘11’’ and longitude 76 o 13’26” are the geo-coordinate of the
Kundalia. Bhopal is the state capital for Kundalia Village. It is located around 151.4 km
away from Kundalia. It has an average elevation of 434 m above sea level.

32. The KIP area experiences semi-arid climate characterized by hot summer,
pleasant cold winter and general dryness throughout the years, except during monsoon
season. The summer season lasts from March to about middle of June, followed by the
south-west monsoon season from mid-June to the end of September. October and
November constitutes the post monsoon or transition period. The cold season lasts from
December to February. Generally, May and the early part of June are the hottest period
of the year, with an average maximum temperature of about 42.1oC and the mean daily
minimum temperature of about 27.9oC. With the onset of monsoons, there is a steady
drop in the temperature. January is generally the coolest month of the year, with mean
minimum temperature of 8.8oC.

33. The winds are generally light with an increase in force in summer and the early
part of the south-west monsoons. The humidity is generally low throughout the year,
except during monsoon months, when relative humidity is close to 90%. The summer
months are generally the driest months of the year with relatively humidity in afternoons
being less than 20%.

2. Ambient Air Quality

34. The ambient air quality with respect to the study area forms the baseline
information. There are no major sources of air pollution in the KIP area. The sources of
air pollution in the KIP area are vehicular traffic, dust arising from unpaved village roads
and domestic fuel burning. As a part of the EIA study conducted in 2013, the respirable
particulate matter (RPM) level was observed to be well below the permissible limit of 100
micro gram per cubic meter (μg/m3), specified for residential, rural and other areas. At
various stations covered during the survey values of RPM were found to be lower than
the permissible limit of 100 μg/m3 for residential, rural and other areas. The SO2 level at
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various samples was well below the permissible limit 50 μg/m3 specified for residential,
rural and other areas at various stations covered during the studies. The NO 2 value
observed at various seasons was well below the permissible limit 80 μg/m3 for
residential, rural and other areas. Based on the findings of the ambient air quality survey,
it can be concluded that the ambient air quality is quite good in the area. Values of
various parameters, e.g. SO2 and NOx are well within the permissible limits specified for
residential, rural and other areas.

3. Ambient Noise level

35. Noise levels monitoring was conducted for three seasons as a part of the EIA
study. The noise levels were monitored continuously for day time from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at
four location and hourly equivalent noise level was measured. Sound pressure level
(SPL) measurement in the ambient environment was made using sound pressure level
meter. According to which, the day time equivalent noise level at various sampling
stations ranged from 40.9 to 42.3 dB(A) and 41.6 to 42.2 dB(A) in pre-monsoon and
monsoon seasons respectively. In winter season, the day time equivalent noise level at
various sampling stations ranged from 41.1 to 42.1 dB (A). The noise levels were
observed to be well within the permissible limits specified for residential area.

4. Topography

36. The KIP area is dominantly plain and cascades towards north interspersed by two
hill ranges viz. Mukundwara and Ratibar. The area is bounded on south by the great
Vindhyanranges where most of the southern tributaries of Yamuna originate. The land
slopes are gentle from south to north and have the characteristics of Malwa plateau.
Overall the area is characterized by a typical trappean topography comprising extensive
plains, low lying flat topped hills and isolated hills forming messy, butte and various other
land forms. Vegetation is poor especially on the right bank side due to presence of
pebbles and sloppy ground rendering the soil unfit for cultivation. The location of all the
three distribution chambers has been selected at higher elevations in the KIP area so
water can be distributed through gravity flow and two pump station will be sited at an
elevation above 400 (msl) on both the side of the reservoir to be constructed as a part of
associated facility for KIP

5. Soils

37. The soil type in the KIP area is mixed red and black as per the general
classification. A brief description of the soil in the KIP area is given in the following
paragraphs.

38. Soils on hill and hill ridges (Entisols): These soils are fined loamy to course
loamy in texture and grayish brown to dark reddish brown in color. They are highly,
excessively drained, stony and gravelly in nature. These soils are of shallow depth with
low nutrient status and are slightly acidic to neutral in reaction. They are low in organic
matter content and have poor water retention capacity. These soils are unsuitable for
normal crop. However, they may be utilized for forestry, pasture development and
growing grasses. These soils occur of level to gently undulating terrain. They are
yellowish brown to dark brown in color. These soils are shallow to deep, coarse to fine
medium textured with low nutrient status. These soils are moderately eroded. Their water
retention capacity varies with the soil texture and organic matter content. In this category
too the shallow soils are unfit for normal crop husbandry whereas deep soils are suitable
for growing Kharif crops like Sorghum, millets, pulses, bajra and cowpea.

39. Pediment soils (Entisols and Vertisols): These soils on gently to undulating
gneissic terrain comprising the vast pediment and pediment plains characterized by
intermittent rocky wastelands and shallow water bodies. They are shallow to deep coarse
to fine medium on texture and poor in nutrient status. They are moderately eroded. The
deep soils in this category are fit for cultivation of crops like sorghum, till, bajra, millets
and groundnut. Shallow soils are best suited for raising pastures.

40. Soils of level alluvial plain and undulating flood plain (Inceptisols and
Vertisols): These soils occur on level to undulating terrain. These are deep to very deep,
fine to fine loamy, well to moderately drained and contain calcium carbonate deposits.
They are low in organic matter content and suited to crops like jowar, arhar, soyabean
and moong under dry land and sugarcane under irrigated conditions. Wheat, gram and
linseed may be grown during the Rabi season soils of deep-seated flood plain
(Inceptisols) These soils are very deep, well drained, calcareous, and gravelly with
abundant lime nodules in the soils. These are fine loamy in texture, yellowish brown
Colour with low organic matter content. They possess moderate water retention capacity.
These soils are severely eroded during floods and need extensive conservation
measures. Land situated away from the streams can be put under cultivation for Kharif
crops viz jowar, bajra and arhar. The soil type in the area and too a greater extent in
command area is mixed red and black as per the general classification.

41. The soil analysis, carried out, as a part of EIA study in 2013.The PH in various soil
samples ranged from 7.26 to 8.08. The electrical conductivity (EC) ranged from 0.08 to
0.58 ms/cm. The EC level indicates the non-saline nature of soil. The bulk density ranged
from 1.13 to 1.51 g/cc. The porosity level in various soil samples ranged from 36 to 48%.
The concentration of available nitrogen ranged from 210 to 258 kg/ha. The nitrogen levels
in various soil samples indicate that soils in the KIP area have low (<280 kg/ha)
productivity. The concentration of available potassium ranged from 85 to 130 kg/ha. The
potassium level indicates that soils in the KIP area have low (<110 kg/ha) to medium (110
– 280 kg/ha) productivity. The available phosphorus level ranged from 8 to 18 kg/ha. The
phosphorus level indicates that the soils in the KIP area have low (<10 kg/ha) to medium
(10–25 kg/ha) in productivity. The organic carbon too indicates low (<0.5%) to medium
(0.5 – 0.75%) productivity.

6. Surface Water Quality

42. Apart from domestic sources, there are no other sources of pollution in the KIP
area. The area has no major water polluting industries. There could be few small
household industries, which do not generate effluent in significant quantity to cause any
significant impact on quality of the receiving water body. The analysis of water sample
was carried out as a part of the EIA study. According to which the total hardness in
various water samples ranged from 61.2 to 65.1 mg/l, 47.8 to 51.5 mg/l and 56.8 to 58.1
mg/l in pre-monsoon, monsoon and winter seasons respectively. The total hardness level
in various surface water samples is well below the permissible limit of 200 mg/l, specified
for meeting drinking water requirement. The concentration of chlorides ranged from 121
to 126 mg/l, 93 to 97 mg/l and 104 to 106 mg/l in pre-monsoon, monsoon and post-
monsoon seasons respectively. The concentration of chlorides is well below the
permissible limit of 200 mg/l. Likewise, concentration of sulphates ranged from 9.62 to
10.10 mg/l, 7.1 to 8.5 mg/l and 8.2 to 9.4 mg/l in various pre-monsoon, monsoon and
post-monsoon seasons respectively. The concentration of sulphates too is well below the
permissible limit. The concentration of nitrates was observed to be well below the
permissible limit of 20 mg/l. The TDS level ranged from 264 to 281 mg/l, 218 to 241 mg/l
and 234 to 256 mg/l in pre monsoon, monsoon and winter seasons respectively. The TDS
levels were well below the permissible limit of 500 mg/l. The EC levels were well below
the permissible limit of 2250 μs/cm specified for irrigation water requirements as per IS:
2296. This is also reflected by the fact that the concentration of most of the cations and
anions were also well below the permissible limit. The fluorides level was marginally lower
than the permissible limit of 1.0 to 1.5 mg/l for meeting drinking requirements.
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43. The BOD values are well within the permissible limits, which indicate the absence
of organic pollution loading. This is mainly due to the low population density and absence
of industries in the area. The low COD values also indicate the absence of chemical
pollution loading in the area. The concentration of various heavy metals was below the
detectable limits, indicating the suitability of water for meeting domestic requirements.
The concentration of cyanides and phenolic compounds was also below the detectable
limits. The concentration of various heavy metals was observed to be below detectable
limit in various seasons. The Total Coliform level was well within the permissible limits.
The oil & grease level were below detectable limits in all the samples, which is expected
in the project area, as there are no sources of pollution which can lead to increase oil &
grease content in surface water.

44. Overall, the water quality of Parvati and Kalisindh can be categorized as suitable
for meeting drinking water requirements. The concentration of various parameters was
also compared to the permissible limits specified for irrigation water requirements. The
water quality of river Kalisindh is suitable for meeting irrigation water requirements.

7. Groundwater Resources

45. Rajgarh and Agar districts are underlain by mainly basaltic lava flows of Deccan
trap. Dynamic groundwater resources of the districts have been estimated for base year –
2008/09 on block-wise basis. The command area Sarangpur block in district Rajgarh are
categorized as semi critical, which were safe in 2003/04. The command area blocks in
district Shajapur namely, Susner and Nalkheda are categorized as over-exploited. The
average fluctuations in groundwater table ranges from 5.20 to 6.45 m 3.64 to 4.32 m in
Shajapur and Rajgarh districts.

8. Groundwater Quality

46. As a part of EIA study, groundwater quality was monitored for three seasons at 19
representative sample covering four block in the KIP area were taken in each season.
The pH level indicates neutral nature of the water, and is within the permissible limit
specified for meeting drinking water requirements. The total hardness in various water
samples ranged from 20 to 708 mg/l, 14 to 479 mg/l and 16 to 527 mg/l in pre monsoon,
monsoon and winter seasons respectively. The total hardness level in various
groundwater samples were higher than the permissible limit of 200 mg/l, specified for
meeting drinking water requirement. In some of the samples, hardness levels were above
the cause of rejection limit of 600 mg/l. The principal hardness causing cations are
calcium, magnesium, strontium and ferrous and iron. The concentration of calcium and
magnesium are mainly responsible for the soft or hard nature of water.

47. Chlorides occur in all natural waters in widely varying concentrations, chlorides
are available in natural water, mainly through solvent power of water, which dissolves
chlorides from top soil and deeper formations. Sulphate is one of the major anions
occurring in natural water. It is an important parameter because of its cathartic affect,
when it is present in higher concentration. The chlorides and sulphates level was found to
be above the cause of rejection limit specified for drinking water purposes in some of the
samples.

48. The TDS level ranged from 248 to 2,810 mg/l, 288 to 3,072 mg/l and 240 to 2,950
mg/l in pre monsoon, monsoon and winter seasons respectively. The TDS levels were
well above the permissible and cause of rejection limits of 500 mg/l and 1500 mg/l
respectively in some of the ground water samples. This trend is also reflected by the fact
that the concentration of various cations and anions as well.

49. The BOD values are well within the permissible limit, which indicates the absence
of organic pollution loading. This is mainly due to the low population density and absence
of industries in the area. The low COD values also indicate the absence of chemical
pollution loading in the area. The concentration of various heavy metals was below the
detectable limits, indicating the suitability of water for meeting domestic requirements.
The concentration of cyanides and phenolic compounds was also below the detectable
limits. The concentration of various heavy metals was observed to be below detectable
limit in various seasons.

50. The total coli form level was well within the permissible limits. The oil & grease
level were below detectable limits in all the samples, which is expected in the project
area, as there are no sources of pollution which can lead to increase oil & grease content
in surface water.

9. Fluorosis problem in the project area

51. Fluoride is found in all natural waters in some concentration. Seawater typically
contains about 1 mg/l while rivers and lakes generally exhibit concentrations of less than
0.5 mg/l. In groundwater, however, low or high concentrations of fluoride can occur,
depending on the nature of the rocks and the occurrence of fluoride-bearing minerals.
Concentration in water is limited by fluoride solubility, so that in the presence of 40 mg/l
calcium it should be limited to 3.1 mg/l. It is the absence of calcium in solution which
allows higher fluoride concentrations to be stable. High fluoride concentrations may
therefore be expected in ground waters from calcium-poor aquifers and in areas where
fluoride-bearing minerals are common. Fluoride concentrations may also increase in
ground waters in which cat-ion exchange of sodium for calcium occurs.

52. Fluorosis is caused by ingestion of excess fluoride, most commonly through

drinking-water and food crops irrigated with fluoride-contaminated water, affecting teeth
and bones. Moderate amount of fluoride in water leads to dental effects, but long-term
ingestion of large amount of fluoride-contaminated water leads to potentially severe
skeletal problems. Central Ground Water Board, Government of India has identified 23
fluoride affected districts having fluoride in the ground water more than 1.5 mg/l. Out of 23
districts i.e. Bhind, Guna, Jabalpur, Khargone, Rajgarh ,Shajapur are most affected
having concentration of fluoride in the ground water more than 3mg/l .The study of
fluoride content in water samples of hydrograph network stations shows that fluoride
concentration in fluoride affected districts which generally varies from 1.5 (Ujjain) to 9
mg/l (Guna). The KIP spread over in two districts (Rajgarh & Agar) covering four blocks
that is two blocks (Zirapur and Sarangpur) of Rajgarh District and two blocks (Susner and
Nalkheda) of Agar District which is also fluoride affected and having concentration in
groundwater more than 4 mg/l.

53. The monitoring of fluoridization in Rajgarh District reveals an alarming picture.

Therefore, the PHE authorities started fluoride testing of all the drinking water sources
and the health department in the district simultaneously started surveying fluorosis cases
in the district. These joint efforts reiterated the preponderance of fluorosis in the district.
Not only that, ground water in many parts of the district has been found to contain
excessive fluoride, but the cases of dental and skeletal fluorosis were also identified in
significant numbers. So far, the Public Health Engineering Department, Government of
Madhya Pradesh in its survey of 2010-2011, has identified 488 villages as fluoride-
affected. Some of the sources in these fluoride-affected villages become safe post-
monsoon, due to the dilution of fluoride by fresh rain water. But the fluoride content in
these sources increases above the permissible and cause of rejection limits in the pre-
monsoon months.
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10. Geology

54. The area of the KIP forms the northern most part of the peninsular shield of India,
which is characterized by a complex geological setup with numerous faults, fractures and
weak zones. The basement of the peninsula is mainly composed of folded and faulted
rocks of Archaean and Proterozoic age, which in some areas are covered by
Precambrian sedimentary sequences and large masses of plateau basalts. Based on the
structural trends, degree of metamorphism and age factor, the peninsular region can be
divided into several crustal blocks. The area has rock formation ranging in age from the
Meso-Proterozoic to Holocene, consisting of rocks of Vindhyan Super group and Deccan
trap capped by laterite and alluvium.

55. The area around the project is a part of the Malwa plateau comprising of more or
less extensive plains, low lying hill and hill clusters (i.e. rolling topography) with elevations
varying roughly between RL 350 m and 425 m above MSL. The overlying Kankariya-
Pirukheri Formation of the Malwa Group of Deccan Volcanic is composed of ‘Aa’ and
compound Pahoehoe type of flows and are found in some exposed clusters. Outcrops of
different variants of basalt (vesicular/amygdular, massive/dense, non vesicular and
fragmentary) occur under 0.5 m to 2 m thick soil cover along the proposed alignment. The
basalt is medium to dark grey, vesicular to non vesicular, fine to medium grained,
massive, hard and compact, moderately to highly strong and subjected to weathering to
varying depths.

11. Seismology

56. A seismic source is defined as an individual fault, or an area of diffused seismicity

with distinctly different seismogenic potential in terms of the maximum magnitude as well
as the occurrence rate of earthquakes in different magnitude ranges. Considering the
spatial distribution of past seismic activity and its correlation with the tectonic features in
the region of the KIP, three broad seismic sources have been identified based on the
trend of the tectonic features in the region considered. These sources are as given below:

(i) Source-I consists of the SONATA zone containing well defined tectonic
features such as Son Narmada South Fault, Son Narmada North Fault,
Tapti North Fault, Gavilgarh Fault, Bharwani-Sukta Fault etc.
(ii) Source-II encompasses the Indo-Gangetic alluvial plains having several
lineaments, but no major faults and contains the project site.
(iii) Source-III This source is delineated by the NE-SW trend of the Aravalli-
Delhi fold Belt. Several major faults/lineaments traverse along this trend.
Amongst these, the most conspicuous one is the Great Boundary Fault.

57. It is observed that a 3.6 magnitude event has occurred 28.1 km from the Kundalia
dam site during February 1996. No other event has been recorded within 100 km from the
project area. There are three events observed at the same location at 169.8 km from the
site which have occurred on 31 December 1926, 10 April 1929 and 25 June 1930 and all
the three have magnitude of 5.5.

B. Ecological Resources

1. Forests

58. As per Champion and Seth (1968) classification, there are 2 type of forests in
Rajgarh and Agar Malwa districts, dry tropical forest and tropical thorn forests existed in
Rajgarh and Agar Malwa districts with the following characteristics:

59. Dry tropical forests: There is a considerable intermixture of smaller trees which in
this type form part of the main canopy layer. There is usually a thin shrubby undergrowth
including some evergreen xerophytic species. A feature of the forest is the contrast
between summer months when it is entirely leafless and the soil fully exposed, and the
monsoon month when it takes on almost luxuriant appearance from the growth of an
ephemeral herbaceous vegetation coupled with the leafing out of the trees and shrubs.
The bamboo species planted/natural are also leafless during summer season. Grass is
always present and is nearly always burnt off annually; it does not include any of the large
form. Usually, the majority of the tree species which are abundant and contribute most of
the general appearance of the forests are Acacia catechu, Anogeissus pendula, Acacia
pennata, Feronia limonia, Madhuca indica, Butea monospermum, Zizyphus mauritiana,
Azadirachta indica, Mangifera indica, Aegale marmelos and others of xerophytic nature.
The shrub communities include species like Calotropis procera, Nyctanthes arbortristis,
Solanum xanthocarpum, Carica carranda, Achyranthes aspera, Prosopis juliflora,
Zizyphus oenophila, Vitex negundo,and other associated species. The hebaceous
species of these types of forests recorded includes Xanthium strumarium, Themeda
quadrivalvis, Crinus involucratus, Apluda varia, Euphorbia hirta, Cynodon dactylon,
Saccharum munja, Crysopogon gryllus, Tridexprocumbens and other species form the
ground vegetation.

60. Tropical Thorn Forests:An open low forest in which thorny usually hardwooded
species, Acacia catechu-Acacia nilotica-Phoenix species association, are the dominant
species. The trees usually have short boles and low branching crowns which rarely meet.
The height usually ranges from 6 to 10 m. There is an ill-defined lower storey of smaller
trees and large shrubs with xerophytic characteristics.There is usually a thin grass growth
which may appear fairly complete during the short moist season, but more or less, soil is
bare. Climbers are few, also frequently showing the xerophytic characters of adaptation.
The main tree species are Acacia catechu, Acacia nilotica, Holarrhena pubescens, Butea
monosperma, Diospyros melanoxylon, Ficus bengalensis, Azadirachta indica,
Radermachera xylocaropa, Balanites aegyptiaca etc. The dominant shrub species are
Calotropis procera, Vitex negundo, Zizyphus nummularia, Cassia tora, Achyranthus
aspera, Solanum xanthocarpum, etc. The herbaceous flora is similar to that of the dry
tropical forests. Common species include Xanthium strumarium, Themeda quadrivalvis,
Crinus involucratus, Apluda varia, Euphorbia hirta, Cynodon dactylon, Saccharum munja,
Crysopogon gryllus, Tridex procumbens, and other species.

61. As a part of the IEE field study, ecological survey was conducted at three
representative site (near Kundalia, Pyali, Ramgarh) during pre-monsoon, monsoon&
winter season in Kundalia Irrigation Project area. There is no forest located in the KIP
area. During reconnaissance survey, vegetation observed in government land, are
agricultural fields. The type of vegetation in the area depends on the climate, and soil
type but no exotic or endangered species found in the KIP area. The plant species
reported in the KIP area are given in Annexure 2.

2. Near Kundalia Village (site one)

62. Tree: 18 tree species were recorded in the KIP. The density of tree species
recorded was 116 individuals ha-1. Focus religious was the dominant species (12
individual’s ha-1).

63. Shrub: 15 shrub, liana and climber species were recorded. The density of this
group of species was recorded to be 324 individuals ha-1). Vitex negundo, Lantana
camara and Cassia tora were recorded to be the dominant species.

64. Herbs: 17 herbaceous species were recorded with a density of 38,400 individuals
ha-1 in the pre-monsoon season. Cassia tora (6,400 individuals’ ha-1) followed by
Paspalidium flavidum (5,600 individuals’ ha-1) were the dominant herbaceous species. 39
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herbaceous species were recorded with a density of 98,800 individual’s ha-1 during
monsoon season. Cassia tora (7,600 individuals’ ha-1) followed by Paspalidium flavidum
(7,200 individuals’ ha-1) were the dominant herbaceous species. 14 herbaceous species
were recorded with a density of 16,400 individual’s ha-1 in the winter season. Argemone
mexicana (3,600 individuals’ ha-1) followed by Xanthium strumarium (2,800 individuals’
ha-1) were the dominant herbaceous species.

3. Near Payli Village (site two)

65. Tree: 18 tree species were recorded in the Kundalia Irrigation Project. The density
of tree species recorded was 152 individuals ha-1. Bambusa species was the dominant
species (52 individuals ha-1)

66. Shrub: 9 shrub, liana and climber species were recorded .The density of this
group of species was recorded to be 384 individuals ha- 1. Vitex negundo, Ipomoea
pescaprae and Dichrostachys cinerea were recorded to be the dominant species.

67. Herbs: 8 herbaceous species were recorded with a density of 36,800 individuals
ha-1 in the pre- monsoon season. Cymbopogon martini (7,600 individuals’ ha-1) followed
by Cnicus involucratus (6,800 and individuals’ ha-1) were the dominant herbaceous
species.38 herbaceous species were recorded with a density of 1,06,400 individuals ha-1
in the monsoon season. Themeda quadrivalvis (8,800 individuals’ ha-1) followed by
Cassia tora (7,600 individuals’ ha-1) and Paspalidium flavidum (7,200 and individuals’ ha-
1) were the dominant herbaceous species.11 herbaceous species were recorded with a
density of 19,600 individuals ha-1 in the winter season. Evolvulous alsinoides (5,200
individuals’ ha-1) followed by Argemone mexicana and Alternanthera pungens (each
species represented with 2,800 individuals’ ha-1) were the dominant herbaceous species

4. Near Ramgarh Village (site three)

68. Tree:23 tree species were recorded in the Kundalia Irrigation Project. The density
of tree species recorded was 144 individuals ha-1. Azadirachta indica and Jaropha
curcus was the dominant species (each with 12 individuals ha-1.)

69. Shrub: 8 shrub, liana and climber species were recorded. The density of this
group of species was recorded to be 288 individuals ha-1. Vitex negundo and Calotropis
procera were recorded to be the dominant species. Vitex negundo was the dominant
shrub layer species (76 individuals ha-1) followed by Calotropis procera (36 individuals
ha-1) in the shrub canopy layer.

70. Herbs: 18 herbaceous species were recorded with a density of 28,800 individuals’
ha-1 in the pre-monsoon season. Cassia tora (5,600 individuals’ ha-1) followed by
Paspalum conjugatum (3,200 and individuals ha-1) were the dominant herbaceous
species.

71. 34 herbaceous species were recorded with a density of 86,400 individuals ha-1 in
the monsoon season. Cassia tora (16,800 individuals’ ha-1) followed by Cymbopogon
martini (5,600 and individuals’ ha-1) were the dominant herbaceous species.13
herbaceous species were recorded with a density of 20,400 individuals ha-1in the winter
season. Cassia tora (4,000 individuals’ ha-1) followed by Argemone mexicana (3,200 and
individuals’ ha-1) were the dominant herbaceous species.

5. Biodiversity

72. Gymnosperm diversity: No Gymnosperm species was recorded from the

Kundalia Irrigation project of Madhya Pradesh.
73. Pteridophytic Diversity: Pteridophytic group of species recorded from the study
area are Lycopodium cernuum, Equisetum debile, Selaginella monospora. True fern
species include the members of Pteridaceae. No of species of Asplenium, Pyrrosia and
Lemmnophyllum were recorded from the study area.

74. Bryophytic Diversity: Some species of bryophyte are Riccardia indica,

Marchantia polymorpha, Notothylas indica, Funaria hygrometrica, Polytrichum
densifolium, Polytrichum xanthopilum, Pogonatum microstumum, Pogonatum stevensii,
Pogonatum perichaetiale and Desmatodon latifolius recorded from the Kundalia Irrigation
Project. No species are important from conservation point of view because of their easy
availability.

6. Wildlife

75. The wild animal recorded in Rajgarh and Agar Malwa districts have greatly
declined in the past few decades in number and variety. Neelgai (blue bull) is the most
widely distributed in the KIP area. The mammals reported in these districts area are:

(i) Carnivora: These include common Jungle cat, Jackal and common
mongoose. As per IUCN status, these species belong to least concern
category. As per Wildlife Protection Act (1972) two species are included
under the Schedule II category.
(ii) Ungulates: The order ungulates are represented by Indian Wild Pig,
Indian Gazelle and Nilgai. As per IUCN, these are categorized as Least
Concern Category. As per Wildlife Protection Act 1972, they are
categorized as Schedule-III.
(iii) Rodentia: Rodentia is comprised of squirrel and rats, which are widely
distributed and are very common around the project area. As per IUCN
category, the rodents are listed under Least Concern Category. These
species are placed under the Schedules IV and V of the Indian Wildlife
Protection Act.
(iv) Chiroptera: Naked rumped Tomb Bat is nocturnal in nature and is placed
under the Schedule V.
(v) Avi-fauna: Passeriformes is the largest order and 38 species belonging to
order were reported in the project area. Most of the species are widely
distributed. House sparrow, Ashy crowned Sparrow Lark, Black Drongo,
Southern Grey Shrike, Common Myna, etc. were most common species of
Passeriformes in the project area. All the species belonged to the
Schedule IV of Wildlife Protection Act (1972). 16 species belonging to
Order Charadriiformes were reported in the study area. The most common
species under this order are Black winged Stilt, Common Sandpiper,
Common Redshank, Common Snipe etc and all of which are under least
concern category as per IUCN Data.

76. The other orders of avi-fauna reported in these district area include Anseriformes,
Ciconiiformes, Coraciiformes, ucoliformes, Columbiformes, etc. The species reported
under order Anseriformes are common Ducks and which falls in Schedule-IV of Wildlife
Protection Act (1972).

(i) Butterflies: Common types of butterflies reported in the area are Lime
Butterfly,Common Mormon, Pioneer hite Orange Tip Plain Branded
Tip,Yellow Orange Tip, Lemon Pansy, Mottled Emigrant, Common Tiger
Striped Tiger, Rounded Pierret ,Plain hedge blue, Common Gull Lesser
Punch, Common spotted flat, Suffused snow flat, Common Grass Dart
,Common Rose
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(ii) Herpetofauna: The commonly observed herpetofauna in the study area
includes Ground Geckoo, tree snake, Warm snake, cobra, Lesser Agama,
etc. As per IUCN status, they belong to lest common or Data Deficient
category.

7. Aquatic biology

77. The baseline survey on existing aquatic environmental conditions in the vicinity of
the proposed KIP area was observed at Kalisindh and Lukhunder rivers. River bed is
heterogeneous and predominated with cobbles, boulders and rocks with lesser amount of
sand. Flood prone area though consists sands; gravels and rocks i.e. alluvial deposits
where some scrub vegetation are also present. Pools and riffles are observed during
flowing season following rapids. Pools are deep and large in size that may be due to
meander formation and extends life support after non monsoon period for some times
though the habitat remains fragmented for long period.

78. The results show that river water is conducive in nature for aquatic life during
monsoon period and remain stressed conditions during non-monsoon period. The details
of species diversity of fishes, planktons, benthos and macrophytes are depicted in
following in subsequent paragraphs.

79. Phytoplankton: Density of phytoplanktonic community ranged from 406-460

cells/litre. Cyanophyta and Chlorophyta were the most dominant taxa among the
phytoplanktons (Table-7.20). Cyanophyta was represented by Coeolosphaerium dubium,
Aphanocapsa banaresensis, Coelastrum sp., Gomphosphaeria aponina, Merismopedia
glauca, Microcystis aeruginosa, Synechococcus elongates. Chlorophyta was represented
by Botrycoccus protuberans, Coelastrum microporum, Chlorochytrium limnanthenum,
Microspora willeama, Palmellococcus protothecoides, Pediastrum duplex, Pediastrum
simplex, Planktosphaeriasp. Ulothrix sp., Scenedesmus arcuatus, Sorastrum
spinulosum.No diatom was recorded in phytoplankton community.

80. Phytobenthos: Phytobenthos density was higher than the phytoplankton

because of abundant substrate availability and sunlight. Phytobenthos density was in the
range of 951–1060 cells/cm2. Diatoms formed almost half of the benthic community as
their % in total density ranged from 48.50–52.85. Caloneis, Diatoma, Gomphonema,
Nitzschia, Navicula, Synedra were the dominant genera among the diatom communities.
These genera generally indicate meso to eutrophic waters.

81. Zooplanktons: Zooplanktons density at various stations ranged from 144 to 177
to individuals/litre. Zooplankton community was dominated by protozoans and rotifers.
Keratella and Brachionus were the dominant genera among the rotifers.

82. Macro invertebrate: Macro-invertebrates density ranged from 1666- 1822

individuals/m2. The macroinvertebrates are represented by 3 orders, 4 family and 4
genera. Caenis latipennis is predominant species in Kundalia indicating good water
quality.

83. Macrophytes: There was only limited number of macrophyte species present at
the study site. Occurrence of few species like Hydrilla, Potamogeton, Polygonum sp.,
Saccharum sp., and members of poaceae family among grasses were found in the region
occurring in the pools and along banks as riparian cover waters of Lukhunder near town
Nalkhera and Kalisindh River at Sangam and sarangpur site has shown occurrence.
However, no dominant species among macrophyte community was found in the Kalisindh
river water. This is due to seasonal flow in monsoon season, followed by dry period, when
river carries no flow.
 8. Fisheries

84. Fish fauna in the observed area comprises of Patan (Notopterus notopterus),
Mrigal(Cirrhinus mrigala), Dandwa (Rasbora daniconius), Catla(Catla catla),
Tengar/Digal(Sperata oar), Baam (Mastacembelus armatus) species belonging to 4
families. The Kalisind River in this area is not rich in fish fauna in winter season due to
low flow. During the month of January juveniles and fingerlings of Cirrhinus mrigala and
Catla catla were recorded, which indicated that these species use this tributary as
breeding ground. Out of 6 species, 5 have been categorized as least concerned as per
IUCN criterion. Fishermen used cast and gill nets to land the fish. During reconnaissance
survey, two fishermen were found fishing through cast net. There were seven specimens
(two of Baam (Mastacembelus armatus) & five of Catla (Catla catla)) in their catch. The
total catch was about 3 kilograms.

9. Rare & endangered species

85. No Rare & Endangered species were reported in the KIP area.

10. Protected areas

86. In the KIP areas have not involved any protected, sensitive or designated
ecological function areas as such from the point of view of protected areas.

C. Economic Resources

1. Land use

87. The major land use category in the KIP area is barren land, as it accounts for
about 42.02% of the total area followed by agricultural land (39.39%). The area under
vegetation is 8.03%. Scrubs and grassland account for about 9.58%. Settlements and
water bodies account for 0.04% and 0.94%.

2. Agriculture

88. Cropping Pattern: Soybean and Wheat dominate the existing cropping pattern of
the proposed KIP area of the KIP. These two crops occupy 24.4% and 24% of the gross
cultivated area respectively. Under the gross command area, the existing cropping
pattern, after soybean and wheat, the area occupied by gram is 7.7%, Spices (4.6%),
Oranges (4.2%), Maize (3%), kharif pulses (1.1%), Vegetables (1.8%), Sorghum (1%).
The presence of other crops is insignificant.
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Table 2: Existing Cropping Pattern KIP (Average of Last 5 years)
KHARIF CROPS RABI CROPS HORTICULTURE
CROPS
MAIZE 3.3% WHEAT 24.0% Oranges 4.2%
SORGHUM/Others 1.0% BARLEY 0.1% Other Fruits 0.5%
PIGEON PEA 0.3% GRAM 7.7% Vegetables 1.8%
BLACK GRAM 0.7% LENTIL 0.9% Spices 4.6%
GREEN GRAM 0.2% PEAS 0.1% Flowers 0.2%
Others Pulses 0.4% Other Pulse 1.1%
OILSEEDS 0.0% MUSTARD 1.2%
SOYBEAN 24.4% LINSEED 0.0%
GROUNDNUT 0.2%
SESAME 0.2%

89. Seasonal wise distribution of crops has also been examined and depicted
hereunder:

Figure 3: Distribution of crop area under Kharif season

Figure 4: Distribution of crop area under Rabi season

90. Amongst horticulture crops, Coriander occupies the largest area (4.6%) and
followed by Oranges (4.2%) and then vegetables (1.8%) and depicted in pie chart.
 Figure 5: Distribution of area under Horticulture Crops
91. Crop Yield: The detail of crop yield in the project area is given in table below:

Table 3: Details of crop yield in Project area

District Rajgarh
BLOCK WISE PRODUCTION OF DIFFERENT CROPS - TON
BLOCK JIRAPUR SARANGPUR
YEAR 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 205- 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015-
12 13 14 15 16 12 13 14 15 16
RAINY SEASON (KHARIF)
CEREALS
PADDY 81 66 23 30 44 82 130 80 150 108
MAIZE 10870 20340 8591 14980 1356 5354 11990 11500 12810 1165
9 0
SORGHUM / 5326 3420 1870 2030 1984 2603 3420 1680 1620 1421
Others
TOTAL 16277 23826 10484 17040 1559 8039 15540 13260 14580 1317
CEREALS 7 9
PULSES
PIGEON 219 280 400 840 785 431 480 710 1130 1042
PEA
BLACK 386 400 540 308 299 189 270 530 2150 2056
GRAM
GREEN 167 160 137 430 365 187 120 78 510 486
GRAM
Others 4319 - - - - 6870 - - - -
Pulses
TOTAL 5091 840 1077 1578 1449 7677 870 1318 3790 3584
PULSES
OILSEEDS
SOYBEAN 46258 45400 51186 34500 4054 46106 72640 74320 73420 6945
1 7
GROUNDN 164 660 713 750 631 235 150 130 180 163
UT
SESAME 155 240 80 870 514 121 160 150 610 458
TOTAL 46577 46300 51979 36120 4168 46462 72950 74600 74210 7007
OILSEEDS 6 8
GRAND 67945 70966 63540 54738 5873 62178 89360 89178 92580 8684
TOTAL 2 1
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JIRAPUR SARANGPUR

YEAR 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015- 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015-
12 13 14 15 16 12 13 14 15 16
Rabi Season
CEREALS
WHEAT 27003 51260 30901 63087 50123 34805 20456 79626 11290 12196
0 8 0
BARLEY 59 51 52 72 67 44 45 43 83 89
TOTAL 27062 51311 30953 63159 50190 34849 204605 79669 11299 12204
CEREALS 1 9
PULSES
GRAM 10924 10180 17809 14540 13467 15440 38351 29241 43641 31067
LENTIL 319.2 388 586 350 401 2340 2430 1460 3508 3210
PEAS 906 1060 4051 3589 2013 1780 2134 4580 371 406
Other 2850 - - - - 1167 - - -
Pulse
TOTAL 14999 11628 22446 18479 15881 20727 42915 35281 47520 34683
PULSES
Mustard 1402 2010 4970 9780 5630 118 286 501 310 429
GRAND 43463 64949 58369 91418 71701 55694 24780 11545 16082 15716
TOTAL 6 1 1 1
(Rabi)
GROSS 11140 13591 12190 14615 13043 11787 33716 20462 25340 24400
AREA 8 5 9 6 3 2 6 9 1 2
Source : District Agriculture Department

District Agar Malwa

Block SUSNER Block NALKHEDA

2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015- 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015-
12 13 14 15 16 12 13 14 15 16
RAINY SEASON(Kharif)

CEREALS
MAIZE 8790 5230 10102 8405 2754 1332 8235 8608 4610 6115
Jowar 3660 1249 1606 1540 147 9200 936 634 1028 815
TOTAL 12450 6479 11708 9945 2901 10532 9171 9242 5638 6930
CEREALS
PULSES
PIGEON PEA 492 460 280 440 355 267 285 390 274 469
BLACK 1108 698 590 845 1409 1072 738 547 3285 2138
GRAM
GREEN 155 89 130 114 180 93 95 69 66 97
GRAM
TOTAL 1755 1247 1000 1399 1944 1432 1118 1006 3625 2704
PULSES
OILSEEDS
SOYBEAN 18750 5847 4360 4397 13200 34411 40190 23886 19963 14710
GROUNDNUT 700 40 940 950 35 65 73 65 50 111
SESAME 95 150 148 98 65 67 115 52 87 85
TOTAL 6037 5448 5448 5445 13300 34543 40378 24003 20100 14906
OILSEEDS
GRAND 16582 11925 16550 15249 17998 37307 49731 33617 28335 23725
TOTAL

2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015- 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015-
12 13 14 15 16 12 13 14 15 16
RAINY SEASON(Kharif)

MAIZE 9324 11090 11890 13670 13209 3468 16111 12128 12180 14094
Jowar 186 192 198 161 164 71 56 49 205 181
TOTAL 9510 11282 12088 13831 13373 3539 16167 12177 12385 14275
CEREALS
PULSES
PIGEON PEA 4568 6013 5190 4012 3686 11676 10290 15670 4981 5292
BLACK 709 679 880 879 784 256 292 190 331 785
GRAM
GREEN 48 71 97 78 66 88 67 120 98 103
GRAM
TOTAL 6763 6167 4969 12020 10649 15980 5410 6180
PULSES
OILSEEDS
SOYBEAN 1789 1873 1790 1872 1698 415 1298 778 974 1957
GROUNDNUT - - - - - - - 20 - -
SESAME 1789 1873 1790 1872 1698 415 1298 798 974 1957
TOTAL 11299 19918 20045 20672 15071 15974 28114 28955 18769 22412
OILSEEDS
GRAND 11299 36500 36595 35921 33069 53281 77845 62572 47104 40410
TOTAL
Source: District Agriculture Department

BLOCK JIRAPUR SARANGPUR

YEAR 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015- 2011- 2012- 2013- 2014- 2015-
12 13 14 15 16 12 13 14 15 16
CEREALS
WHEAT 27003 51260 30901 63087 50123 34805 204560 79626 112908 121960
BARLEY 59 51 52 72 67 44 45 43 83 89
TOTAL 27062 51311 30953 63159 50190 34849 204605 79669 112991 122049
CEREALS
PULSES
GRAM 10924 10180 17809 14540 13467 15440 38351 29241 43641 31067
LENTIL 319.2 388 586 350 401 2340 2430 1460 3508 3210
PEAS 906 1060 4051 3589 2013 1780 2134 4580 371 406
Other 2850 - - - - 1167 - - -
Pulse
TOTAL 14999 11628 22446 18479 15881 20727 42915 35281 47520 34683
PULSES
OILSEEDS
MUSTARD 1402 2010 4970 9780 5630 118 286 501 310 429
GRAND 43463 64949 58369 91418 71701 55694 247806 115451 160821 157161
TOTAL
(Rabi)
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GROSS 111408 135915 121909 146156 130433 117872 337166 204629 253401 244002
AREA
Source: District Agriculture Department

Crop Shahjapur Rajgarh

2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08
Rice 650 475 463 526 611 729
Wheat 3150 2128 2132 2311 2764 2495
Jawar 1370 1587 1670 1044 1016 1256
Maize 1790 881 877 945 496 1144
Gram 1100 862 862 937 1159 714
Source: District Statistical Handbook, Rajgarh & Agar Malwa (2014-2015)

92. It is observed that the yield of wheat is maximum in both the districts. Paddy yield
is quite low, which is an indicator of water scarcity in the region.

93. Sources of Irrigation: The details of sources of irrigation in the command area are
given in Table

Table 4: Details of source of irrigation in Project area

Source Shahjapur Rajgarh Total
Hand 388 411 122 1196 5 16 2138
pumps
Wells 3385 3905 180 9415 48 50 16986
Ponds 249 388 11 0 1 0 649
Other 317 1048 21 399 1 2 1788
sources
Total 4339 5755 334 11010 55 68 21561
Source: District Statistical Handbook, Rajgarh & Agar Malwa (2014-2015)

94. The major source of irrigation in the tehsils is groundwater which accounts for
about 78.78% of the total irrigated area. Hand pumps irrigate about 9.9% of the irrigated
area. About 3% of the area is irrigated by ponds.

95. Use of Fertilizers and Pesticides: The fertilizer and pesticide use in the project
area districts is quite low. The use of certified seeds is also quite low. This could be
attributed to the economic backwardness of the area. Most of the farmers have small
landholdings, which coupled with low agricultural productivity is responsible for the fact
that farmers have low purchasing power. As a result, use of certified seeds, a fertilizer
etc. is quite low.

96. Livestock: The total livestock which includes cow, buffalo, sheep, goat, horse,
donkey excluding poultry in the KIP area tehsils is 118912, which works to about 0.7
livestock per person. The dominant livestock in the KIP area tehsils is cow accounting for
about 45.1% of the total livestock population, followed by buffalo (32%). Goat is also
commonly reared.

Table 5: Details of Livestock in Project Area

District Block Cow Buffalo Sheep Goat Donkey Horses
Rajgarh Zirapur 87019 290 26814 139 14
Sarangpur 82842 821 24706 132 15
Agar Malwa Susner 40565 16154 440 27870 175 62
Nalkheda 29260 16820 90 15290 100 18
Total 792 341 50 26 4
Source:District Statistical Handbook, Rajgarh & Agar Malwa (2014-2015)
D. Social and Cultural Resources

1. Population

97. The KIP district spread over in two districts (Rajgarh and Agar) covering four
blocks that is two blocks (Zirapur and Sarangpur) of Rajgarh District and two blocks
(Susner and Nalkheda) of Agar District. The total population of the project area is about
6.53 lakhs. The percentage of SC Population in Zirapur and Sarangpur is 19.47% and
19.78% respectively. Similarly, percentage of Scheduled Caste (SC) population in
Susner& Nalkheda is 25.34% and 25.04% respectively. The percentage of Scheduled
Tribe (ST) population in Zirapur and Sarangpur is 0.67% and 6.41% respectively.
Similarly, percentage of ST Population in Susner and Nalkheda is 2.92% and 8.16%
respectively.

98. The demographic profile of the project area is given in Table 6.

Table 6: Demographic Profile of Project Area

District Block Total Total SC Total Total Total Total
Population Population SC % ST ST % literate
Populat Populat
ion ion
Rajgarh Zirapur 161070 31359 19.47% 1,077 0.67% 70,314
Sarangpur 229170 45341 19.78% 14,705 6.41% 118,200
Agar Susner 143828 31580 25.34% 3,665 2.92% 78,207
Nalkheda 118592 26847 25.04 % 8,300 8.16% 66,739
Total 652660 135127 20.7% 27,747 4.2% 333,520
Source: District Statistical Handbook, Rajgarh & Agar Malwa (2014-2015)

99. The literacy rate in Susner tehsil is 54.37% and in Nalkheda, it is 56.27%. The
literacy rate in Zirapur tehsil is 43.65% and in Sarangpur, it is 51.57%. The literacy rate is
quite low, and is an indicator of socio-economic backwardness of the area.

2. Occupational Profile

Table 7: Details of Occupational structure in Project area

Block name Working population Non-Working Population
Agar
Susner 74,040 69,788
Nalkheda 59,418 59,174
Rajgarh
Zirapur 89,960 71,110
Sarangpur 104,347 124,823
Source: District Statistical Handbook, Rajgarh and Agar Malwa (2014–2015)

100. In economic development of the region its geographical location, natural

resources, business and employment, industries and manpower play vital role. It is
observed that total main workers in the project area are 327,765 accounting for about
50.21% of the total population. The remaining (49.79%) is the dependent population.

3. Educational facilities

101. Educational facilities i.e. primary schools (792) middle schools (341), secondary
school (50), Sr. Secondary School (26) are available in whole project area. The block
wise detail is given below:
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Table 8: Details of Educational facilities in Project area

District Block Primary Middle Secondary Sr. College
School school School Secondary
School
Rajgarh Zirapur 274 94 9 7 1
Sarangpur 234 120 21 9 1
Agar Malwa Susner 159 69 6 7 1
Nalkheda 125 61 14 3 1
Total 792 341 50 26 4
Source: District Statistical Handbook, Rajgarh & Agar Malwa (2014–2015)

102. It is observed that there are no Adult Literacy Schools are present in project area.

4. Health facilities

103. Access to the health care facilities in the KIP project area villages is extremely
poor. There are 5 hospitals, 17 ayurvedic hospitals and 10 primary health centres. Apart
from these, no other health care facilities are available in any of the command area
villages. Thus, residents travel varying distances to access health care facilities.

Table 9: Details of Health facilities in Project area

District Block Hospitals Ayurvedic Primary health
Hospitals centre
Rajgarh Zirapur 1 4 4
Sarangpur 2 8 4
Agar Susner 1 2 1
Malwa Nalkheda 1 3 1
Total 5 17 10
Source:District Statistical Handbook, Rajgarh & Agar Malwa (2014-2015)

5. Historical \ Archaeological Sites

104. No archaeological \ historical monument or sites are present in the project area.
 V. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

A. Screening of Impacts

105. The potential environmental benefits and impacts of the proposed activities have
been assessed in line with ADB‘s SPS, including assessment of possible benefits and
impacts with regard to (i) biodiversity conservation and sustainable natural resource
management, (ii) pollution prevention and abatement, and (iii) health and safety, and
physical cultural resources. In this section, potential environmental impacts have been
assessed according to the magnitude on different environmental resources to project
location, as related to design, during construction and operation. Mitigation measures
have also been recommended. The impacts describe as I-for insignificant, M-for
moderate or S-for significant and impact duration such as, T-temporary or P-permanent
and are presented in a manner that shows magnitude and duration of a particular impact,
e.g., I/T means the impact is insignificant and is temporary in nature. A screening
exercise was carried out to delineate the potential environmental and social impacts due
to the components identified in the planning stage. The screening has been carried out on
following major parameters.

(i) land environment

(ii) sir environment
(iii) water environment
(iv) biological environment

106. A negative score of more than 3 on the above mentioned parameters identifies the
impact as significant requiring mitigation measures. A negative score of 2 to 3 identifies
the impact of medium significance requiring precautionary approach. A score of 0 to 1
identifies the impact as insignificant.

B. Categorization of components

107. Categorization of activities/components envisaged in the project has been done

and shown in Table 10 based on their extent of adverse environmental and social
impacts. Based on Potential environmental and social impacts associated with each
activity/component, these components have been classified under three categories.

(i) Category A: Components which have major environmental/social impacts

and require specific environment management plan (EMP) for
implementation of mitigation measures. This EMP is to be incorporated in
the bid document and contractor/implementing agencies have to follow this
during construction as well as operation.
(ii) Category B: Components which have moderate environmental and social
impacts and certain precautionary measures have to be followed by the
contractor and the project authorities to minimize impacts during
construction as well as operation.
(iii) Category C: Components which have negligible or nil environmental and
social impacts and as such no mitigation measures have been proposed
for these activities.
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(iv)
Table 10: Categorization of Project components
Project components Category Category Category
A B C

(i) Pipe distribution system √

(ii)Pumping stations, pumping sub-stations, valves and √
control system and its power supply system including
transmission/distribution line and switch gear
(iii) Other Supporting Structure (a) Pipe fabrication plant √
(iv) Access & service roads for all project facilities √

C. Incremental Environmental and Social Benefits

108. The project is likely to result in environmental and social benefits in the following
key areas:

109. Combating land degradation and desertification: The project has the potential
to make a positive contribution towards combating land degradation and desertification in
KIP area, through the application and promotion of improved agricultural practices. The
overall outcome will be reduced soil erosion and increase land productivity.

(i) Pressurized irrigation (Drip and Sprinkler) replacement of current flood

irrigation practices on approximately 125,000 ha of existing farmland
resulting in reduced water requirement reduced farmland soil erosion; and
reduced discharge of nutrients, pesticides, and sediment into surface
water and groundwater;
(ii) Improved agricultural practices, including promoting the use of organic
fertilizers such as manure, to reduce disturbance of soil, and inclusion of
intercropping to increase soil stability.

110. Reduced siltation of water course, and reservoirs: As a result of improved

agricultural practices, water-use conservation drip irrigation techniques and intercropping,
sediment runoff is likely to be reduced from the project sites, particularly from existing
farmland areas currently using flood irrigation techniques. This will reduce the sediment
load entering surface water courses, and reservoirs, reducing maintenance costs,
improving environmental flows.

111. Improved irrigation water use efficiency: The project is expected to increases
the command area 58,000 to 125,000 ha as compared to flow irrigation system. Thus the
project will improve water use efficiency on approximately 125,000 ha of existing
agricultural land.

112. The project on completion will provide:

(i) Irrigation over a CCA of 125,000 ha in 419 villages;

(ii) 10 MCM of water for meeting domestic water requirements;
(iii) 15 MCM of water for meeting industrial water requirements;
(iv) Generate permanent employment to the large agricultural laborers
available in the area and check the migration;
(v) Increase agricultural activities and production;
(vi) Generate multiple type of indirect employment facilities e.g. workshops,
food processing units, transportation, etc;
(vii) Enable of uplifting of urban population living in small to medium size town,
clusters of Rajgarh and Agar districts.
D. Potential Environmental Impacts & Mitigation measures

113. The potential environmental impact would largely center on the investment in
irrigation service delivery. Adverse environmental impacts may arise due to certain
planned activities, like disposal of excavated material during laying of pipeline and
installation of pumping stations, valves and control system and support structures,
fabrication plant for pipeline. The potential environmental impacts and mitigation
measures due to project component/activities as related to location design during
construction and operation has been identified and given in Annxure-3. Mitigation
measures have also been recommended for impacts during design, construction and
operation of the project. However, potential adverse impact common to all the project
component/activities are given in following paragraph.

114. The project construction phase has the potential to result in adverse
environmental impacts. The construction phase, which will occur over a 3-year period
expected to commence in 2017, will involve construction of infrastructure listed in project
components as laying of pipe distribution system, distribution chambers, pumping
stations, pumping sub-stations, valves and control system and its power supply system
including transmission/distribution line and switchgear and other supporting
structures/facilities like pipe fabrication plant and supporting facilities and access and
service roads for all project facilities. The proposed construction works have the potential
to cause adverse environmental impacts to soil, water, air, flora, and fauna, as follows:

(i) Increased soil erosion and soil nutrient loss: Excavation works,
including preparing land for sitting of project components excavation for
laying of distribution system have the potential to increase soil erosion and
nutrient loss if poorly managed, undertaking during heavy rainfall events,
or strong winds. However, these activities can easily cause new soil
erosion; and furthermore, affect the surroundings of project sites.
Measures to mitigate adverse impacts will include improved soil
preparation methods, including pit, strip, and anti-slope based on the type
of site condition; and covering prepared soil with cut grasses or bush
branches to avoid wind or water erosion. Excavated topsoil will be
stockpiled for reuse. To mitigate against potential soil erosion impact from
infrastructure excavation, works will be restricted to the dry season
(September–June); stopped during strong wind (>40 km/hr); and
appropriate management measures will be enforced, including covering
stockpiles; sediment runoff control barriers; and diversion channels.
(ii) Impacts to flora: Clearing project sites may cause permanent or
temporary disturbance to vegetation, although no known protected flora
species have been identified on the project components sites, but
disturbance to the vegetation should be minimized. The project
component/activity wise potential impact and mitigation measures outlined
in Annexure-3 include only cutting grasses or bushes which are obstacle to
project activities and tree growth in patches or strip shape, and pilling them
up between planting rows or holes to allow them to naturally decay;
(iii) Impact to surface water quality: Impacts to surface water quality may
include increased siltation as a result of soil erosion, and discharge of
construction camp wastewater. These impacts primarily relate to irrigation
water quality, as the project sites are not located adjacent to natural water
bodies. Siltation will be managed through the use of silt fences, covering
stockpiled material, and restriction of excavation to dry season.
Uncontrolled wastewater discharge from construction camps has the
potential to result in impacts to water quality. To mitigate against this
impact management plan has been provided.
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(iv) Impacts to air quality: Dust generated by excavation and land
preparation works and emissions from vehicles has the potential to impact
local air quality. Potential sources of dust generation construction activities
are similar at all project sites and include (a) dust from land preparation;
(b) dust from excavation, hauling loading, and unloading; (c) dust
generated by the movement of vehicles and heavy machinery on unpaved
access and haul roads; and (d) dust from aggregate preparation. Mitigation
measures for dust include vehicles delivering and other materials to the
sites must be covered, spraying water on active construction roads and
excavation sites daily to reduce dust, and re-vegetating construction sites
at completion of works. Mitigation measures associated with vehicle
emissions will include requiring vehicle compliance with construction plant
maintenance and emission regulations. Environmental Management for
construction plant and equipment management plan has been given as a
part of mitigation and management plan.
(v) Noise impacts. Heavy machinery operation has the potential to result in
noise impacts. Noise volume of construction machinery is generally
between 80 dB and 110 dB, while vehicle noise intensity is generally about
90 dB. As some of the construction areas may be adjacent to villages,
noise will have some impacts on nearby residents. To mitigation against
this, project equipment and machinery must comply with the State pollution
control board Standard, and selecting low-noise technology for
Construction. Adequate routes for large trucks should be considered to
divert away from residential areas, where possible. When vehicles do pass
through noise-sensitive areas, speed should be controlled to no more than
15 km/hour; and use of horn should not be permitted. Construction works
should be restricted outside the hours 06:00 and 22:00, or as agreed
based on community consultation.
(vi) Generation of solid wastes: Construction camps will result in the
generation of general waste and construction solid waste. Management of
waste should include minimization; reuse; recycling through the use of
multi-compartment collection bins; composting of solid waste, where
appropriate; regular collection and disposal to the designated site identified
with the help of project proponent. Waste management plan has also been
given as a part of mitigation and management plan.

115. All the potential impacts described above are temporary and insignificant likely to
be localized and will occur over a relatively short period of time. However as
precautionary measures some environmental management plan like construction camp
plan, waste management plan, construction plan and equipment management plan and
health and safety management plan has been given as a part of environmental mitigation
and management plan which are common for all the activities and need to be included in
the contract document. With strict adoption and enforcement of these mitigation
measures, all the these impacts can be avoided.

E. Potential Impacts of Associated Facility

116. The KIP is an irrigation network that planned as 100% pressurized pipeline
distribution system for 125,000 ha CCA primarily through sprinkler technique with source
of water from the KMMP. The KMMP involves construction of 2,655 m earthen dam and
reservoir. The dam will support reservoir with gross storage capacity 582.75 MCM, which
will be used to irrigate 125,000 ha of CCA with initial coverage 58,000 ha CCA, and to
provide 100 MCM domestic and industrial water for neighboring villages in Rajgarh
District. The dam and reservoir require 7,610.27 ha of which 680 ha forest land, 2,338 ha
revenue land, and 4,592 ha private land. As there is no protected area involved, the
KMMP does not need a clearance from the National Board of Wildlife but require only
environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment forest and Climate Change
(MOEFCC). The MOEFCC clearance for KMMP including irrigation works for 58,000 ha
CCA was granted on 14 January 2015. The state government has started with KMMP
since 2015. Due to the availability of funding, the state government has focused on
construction dam and reservoir but the construction of irrigation network has been
detached from the initial construction work of KMMP. The operation of KIP will be heavily
dependent on the availability of water from reservoir that is being constructed under the
KMMP. The KMMP construction works, is expected to be completed by end 2018. On
this basis, the KMMP is categorized as the associated facility for the KIP in accordance to
the ADB SPS.
117. It is very clear that the ADB funded project will depend exclusively on the output of
the KMMP dam and reservoir, to successfully provide irrigation water for 125,000 ha
CCA. The due diligence found that the EMP for KMMP has addressed comprehensively
all environmental concerns associated with construction and operation dam and reservoir.
There is no protected areas or environmentally sensitive areas involved in KMMP. The
executing agency for the KMMP, which is also the executing agency for the KIP is
equipped with adequate staff to supervise and monitor the implementation of the EMP.
The contractor for KMMP civil works has experienced staff to implement the EMP, and
the contractor has obtained all the required permits from the Madhya Pradesh Pollution
Board for carrying out the construction works. Based on the EIA and EMP document and
field work observation as part of the due diligence work, there is no additional
environmental issue from the KMMP that needs to be addressed to ensure the successful
operation of the KIP. However, enforcement of the KMMP environmental monitoring and
EMP implementation is vital to ensure the availability of the water for the KIP. The due
diligence report is attached in Appendix 4.
118. Both KMMP and KIP are under the responsibility of MPWRD. Therefore, there is
also no difficulties faced by KIP as MPWRD has to maintain the benefit of KIP and
sustain the operation of KMMP.

VI. ANALYSIS ALTERNATIVES

119. No project scenario was also considered but rejected, as there is a dire need to
improve irrigation service delivery and increase farm productivity to ensure food security,
to meet the demands of a fast growing population. Another alternative is to invest in
groundwater management to pilot real time conjunctive use of the two irrigation
approaches. Conjunctive use may not be potential management option, as the ground
water in the project area is fluoride affected. Analysis of the no project versus with project
scenario is presented in Table 11.

Table 11: Analysis of No Project versus With Project Scenario

No Project Scenario With Project Scenario
Existing inefficient system will continue Improved, sustainable & efficient water delivery system
with environmental & social Problems

Continued Low Agricultural productivity Higher Agriculture Productivity

Individualistic Irrigation Management Participatory Irrigation Management and high efficiency

of per unit use of water

Incremental adoption of New Radical adoption of New technology and specifically

technologies use Sprinkler/Drip

Limited Knowledge base Improved Knowledgebase for implementing efficient

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No Project Scenario With Project Scenario
Water Resource Management system

Poor Soil Quality Possible increase in fertilizers and pesticides use, but
mitigated through Farmer Water Schools approach

Inefficient & Unsustainable Water Short term Environmental impact during construction
Resource Management may take place but risk factor will reduce and better
water management system will emerge.

Poor Water Quality Safe water for irrigation

120. The analysis of flow irrigation versus pressurized irrigation is given in Table 12.
 Table 12: Analysis of flow irrigation versus pressurized irrigation
Flow irrigation Pressurized irrigation
High requirement of land for canal system A little coverage of surface area under pressurized
irrigation system as the delivery pipelines are to be laid
under ground

Flow irrigation will cover only 58000 ha Pressurized irrigation system will cover 1,25000 ha
area with the present availability of water area with the same availability of water

High seepage and evaporation losses A little water losses

Individual Irrigation Management Cost effective Participatory Irrigation Management

Incremental use of New technologies for Radical Change in adoption of agriculture technology
agriculture production and efficient use of water through Sprinkler/Drip only

A poor Knowledge base for utilizing water Increased Knowledgebase to practice efficient
efficiently Management of Water Resource

Inefficient & Unsustainable use Water Risk to environment due to Inefficient & Unsustainable
Resource Management factor will be minimized and better water management
system will lead to enhanced production and
productivity of crops

121. In the present scenario of poor water management and low use of the available
water resource, the use of surface water through pressure irrigation devices is only the
potential management tool to maximize the production and productivity. Short term
Environmental impact during the phase of project construction may take place but it may
be offset once the project is completed and water is released to farmers.

VII. INFORMATION DISCLOSURE, CONSULTATION AND PARTICIPATION

A. Process for Consultation

122. Public consultations conducted in the KIP at two places Susner (15 July 2016)
and Zirapur (16 July 2016); one is located in Agar Malwa District and another in Rajgarh
District, respectively. These public consultation meetings held after duly informing the
group of stakeholders including local communities, civil society, Government and local
bodies, and villagers. Advertisement was given in Dainik bhaskar -newspapers (Ujjain &
Bhopal Editions)-copy of the same is enclosed as Annexure 5 with the minutes of
meeting.

(i) Invitations sent to the local administration of District Agar including Sub
Divisional magistrate (SDM) Susner, Tahsildar, Nagar Panchyat Chief
Municipal Officer ( CMO ), Janpad President and Village Sarpanches of
the concerned blocks –copy of the same is enclosed as Annexure 5 with
the minutes of meeting.
(ii) Public Address System (Loud speakers) were used as communication
media for creating awareness about the said consultation meeting in the
villages of the project area.
(iii) Total gathering during the public consultation was more than 100 persons
in both the meetings. The stakeholders, who are affected directly or
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indirectly, were also participated in the public consultation meeting. During
public consultations, a summary containing information about the project
infrastructure development, project benefits and its impacts both positive
and negative was distributed to the participants copy of the same is
enclosed as Annexure 5 with the minutes of meeting.

B. Disclosures during the Public Consultation

123. Some of the issues discussed during public consultation to get the perception and
observations of affected peoples about the project and their observations/suggestions for
inclusion in the project report are given below.

(i) Project components and its activities

(ii) Infrastructure development in the project
(iii) Potential environmental Impacts due to proposed project
(iv) Involvement of villagers in project management
(v) Conflict Management - Grievance Redressal Mechanism

124. The project summary containing information about the project infrastructure
development, and its potential impacts both positive and negative was distributed among
the participants. The minutes of meeting of the public consultation are attached as
Annexure-5

C. Future Consultation and Information Disclosure

125. To ensure continued public and stakeholder participation, provisions is proposed

at all stages during the project design and implementation. To implement and
coordination of the projects Water Resources Department Madhya Pradesh (MPWRD)
has constituted the project implementation and coordination unit (PICU) at Bhopal. A
project implementation unit (PIU) also been set-up at project site (Zirapur). One grievance
redress cell (GRC) will be set up within the PICU and one in PIU. The Chief Engineer of
the Project will be Chairman of the GRC at Bhopal. At project site Executive Engineer of
the project will be the Chairman at Project Implementation Unit at Zirapur. A Local
Grievances Committee (LGC) Includes AEN (Assistance Engineer), representative from
line Agency and two community based prominent persons shall be formed at project site.
LGC at the project site will receive grievances of the people regarding technical, social
and environmental issues. This participatory process will ensure that all views of the
peoples are adequately reviewed and suitably incorporated in the design and
implementation process. Further, to ensure an effective disclosure of the project,
proposals to the stakeholders, an extensive project awareness campaign will be carried
out.

126. For the information and benefit of the community the summary of IEE will be
translated in the local language (Hindi) and made available at: (i) Office of the Executive
engineer and Chief engineer and, (ii) Office of the District Magistrate, Rajgarh, Agar
Malwa and other relevant line departments in the District. These copies will be made
available free of cost to any person seeking information on the same. Hard copies of the
IEE will be available in the office of the Executive Engineer and accessible to citizens as
a means to disclose the document and at the same time creating wider public awareness.
On demand, the person seeking information can obtain a hard copy of the complete IEE
document at the cost of photocopy from the office of the Chief Engineer/Executive
Engineer, on a written request and payment for the same. Electronic version of the IEE
will be placed in the official website of the Water Resource Department and the website of
ADB after approval of the documents by the government and ADB. This will create
awareness of the project implementation among the public.
D. Grievance Redress Mechanism

127. The affected person/aggrieved party can give their grievance verbally or in written
to the Local Grievances Committee (LGC). Grievances of affected person will first be
brought to the attention of the AEN and Community Based Prominent Persons (CBPP)
who can resolve the issue at site level. If the matter is not solved within 7 days period by
the AEN and CBPP, it will be brought to the Grievance Redress Committee constituted
for the purpose at project level in PIU. This GRC shall discuss the issue in its monthly
meeting and resolve the issues within one month of time after receiving the grievance. If
the matter is not resolved by GRC at PIU level within stipulated time, it shall be referred to
GRC at PICU level by Executive Engineer of PIU.

128. GRC at PICU shall discuss the issue and try to resolve it and inform the PIU
accordingly. If the matter is not resolved by the GRC at PICU level within one month of
time, the aggrieved person/party can bring the matter to Executive Committee/State Level
Empowered Committee. Depending on the nature of the grievance, the State Level
Committee should resolve the grievance as soon as possible with the time range between
2 to 6 weeks.

129. The GRM is not part or substitute of the Court Law, and therefore, an affected
people while filing the grievance to GRM could also bring their grievance to the Court.

130. The PIU shall keep records of all grievances received including contact details of
complainant, date of receiving the complaint, nature of grievance, agreed corrective
actions and the date these were affected and final outcome. The grievance redress
process is shown below.
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GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISHM

Aggrieved Party
/ Affected person

Minor Grievance Local Grievance Grievance

Committee (LGC) Addressed
Major Grievance

Grievance Not Addressed

Grievance Redress
Cell (GRC) PIU
Grievance
Addressed

Grievance Not Addressed

GRC in Environment
and Social
Management Cell PICU

Grievance
Addressed

Grievance Not Addressed

Executive
Committee / State
Level Empowered
Committee

Figure 6: Grievance Redress Mechanism in MPWRD

Note:
LGC –AEN, Line Agency, Two Community Based Prominent Persons.
GRC (PIU)—Executive Engineer, ,DFO,SDM, Environmental and social expert
GRC in Environment and Social Management Cell (ESMC) – PICU) Chief
Engineer, DM, Environmental and social expert in PICU
 1. Composition and functions of GRC

131. Local Grievance Committee- (LGC) – AEN, Line Agency, Two Community
Based Prominent Persons.

132. Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) at PIU. In the PIU there shall be one
GRC, which will include Executive Engineer (PIU), Environment and Social Safeguard
Specialist of PIU, and Nominated representatives of District Magistrates. Committee shall
be headed by Executive Engineer (PIU). The committee will meet at least once in every
month. Agenda of meeting shall be circulated to all the members and affected
persons/aggrieved party along with venue, date and time; informed in written at least 7
days in advance of meeting. The matters shall remain with GRC at PIU level for one
month and if grievance is not resolved within this period, the matter shall be referred to
GRC at PICU.

133. GRC within Environmental and Social Management Cell (ESMC) at PICU.
There shall be one GRC in PICU. The matters not resolved by the GRC at PIU level
within one month shall come under GRC at PICU. GRC at PICU will include Environment
Safeguard Specialist and Social Safeguard Specialist of PICU, and Chief Engineer (CE)
of PICU. The Committee shall be headed by CE of PICU. This committee shall look the
matters, which are referred to and not resolved by GRC at PIU level.

2. Approach to GRC

134. Affected person/aggrieved party can approach to GRC for redress of his/their
grievances through any of the following modes-

(i) Web based: A separate corner will be developed at the program website
so that public/community/ affected person can register their complaint in
the online column.
(ii) Telecom based: A toll free no. Will be issued by the PICU/PIU so that the
general public can register their complaint through telephone/mobile phone
to the PIU/PICU office.
(iii) Through community-based prominent person: The local representative of
the CBPP/AEN appointed for the purpose will collect the problems &
issues of the community or affected person and pass on the same to PIU /
PICU.
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VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

A. Mitigation

135. The mitigation/enhancement measures include specific EMPs which need to be

implemented. Although all the potential impacts described above are temporary and
insignificant likely to be localized and will occur over a relatively short period. However as
precautionary measures some EMPs like construction camp plan, waste management plan,
construction plan and equipment management plan and health and safety management plan
has been given as a part of environmental mitigation and management which are common for
all the activities and need to be included in the contract document, as an special condition
clause stating that all provisions of shall be applicable to the contractor. With strict adoption and
enforcement of these mitigation measures, all these impacts can be avoided

136. The following EMPs are to be included:

(i) Construction Camps Plan: During implementation phase, a large labor

population is likely to influx in the project area. An Environmental Management
Plan for construction camp has been formulated to control degradation of the
surrounding landscape due to the location of the proposed construction camp.
The Contractor must provide, erect and maintain necessary living condition and
ancillary facilities at the camp and all this must be included in contract document
provided to the Contractor. The area requirement for the construction camp shall
depend upon the size of contract, number of labourers employed and the extent
of machinery deployed. The role and responsibility has been defined for different
activities (pre construction, construction and post construction phase) as shown
below:

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 Table 13: Construction Camp Plan
Sr. Activities Site Monitoring Responsibility
No Responsibility
Pre-Construction Stage
1. Identify the site for construction camp in Contractor The suitable sites shall be selected
consultation with the individual owners in case and finalized in consultation with the PIU
of private lands and the Gram Panchayat in
case of government lands
2 Work out arrangements for setting up his Arrangements will be verified by the PIU
facilities during the duration of construction
with the land owner/Gram Panchayat
3 The arrangements will include the restoration
of the site after the completion of construct ion
4 Submit a detailed layout plan for The plan shall be finalized or approved
development of the construction camp, by the PIU
indicating the various structures to be
constructed including the temporary
structures to be put up, site roads, drainage,
lighting and other facilities
6 Submit following documents for
arrangement with landowners:
Written No-objection certificate of
the owner/cultivator, extent of land required
and duration of the agreement, photograph of
the site in original condition details of site
redevelopment after completion
7 Provide, free of cost temporary living Contractor The documents shall be checked or
accommodation in the camp site, to all the approved by the PIU
workers/ employed by contractor for such a
period as the construction maintenance work
is in progress
8 Provide for a sufficient supply of potable water Monitoring by the PIU
in the construction camps, in earthen pots
9 Identify suit able community water sources as
hand pumps and ponds for procuring drinking
water, in consultation with the Gram
Panchayat.
10 Event of non-availability of other sources of
potable water, the Contractor shall obtain
water from an unprotected source, after the
testing for its portability
11 Every water supply or storage shall be at a
distance of not less than 15m from any
wastewater / sewage drain or other source of
pollution.
Water sources within 15 m proximity of toilet ,
drain or any source of pollution will not be
used as a source of drinking water in the
project
12 Adequate and suitable facilities for washing Contractor Monitoring by the PIU
clothes and utensils shall be provided on
every site.
13 Separate and adequate bathing facilities shall
be provided for the use of male and
female workers. Such facilities shall be
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conveniently accessible and shall be kept in
clean and hygienic conditions.
14 Sanitary arrangements, latrines and Contractor
15 urinals shall be provided in every work place Monitoring by the PIU
on the following scale:
 Where female workers are employed,
there shall be at least one latrine for
every 25 females or part thereof.

 Where males are employed, there

shall be at least one latrine for every
25 males or part thereof.
 Every latrine shall be under cover
and so partitioned off 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 the majority of the
workers “For Men Only” or “For
Women Only” as the case may be.
 The latrines and urinals shall be
adequately lighted and shall be
maintained in a clean sanitary
condition at all times and
 Water shall be provided in or
near the latrines and urinals by
storage in drums

16 Arrangements for Waste Disposal Contractor Monitoring by the PIU

Disposal of sanitary wastes and
excreta shall be into septic tanks.

Kitchen wastes shall be disposed into

soak pits.

Waste water from campsites will be

discharged and disposed in a kitchen
sump located at least 15 meters from
water body of water. Sump capacity
should be at least 1.3 times the
maximum volume of waste water
discharged per day. The bottom of
the pit should be filled with coarse
gravel and the sides shored up with
board, etc. to prevent erosion and
collapse of the pit

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Solid wastes generated in the
construct ion site shall be reused if
recyclable or disposed off in land
fill sites

17 First Aid Facilities; First Aid Box will be Contractor MonitoringbythePIU

provided at every construction campsite and
under the charge of a responsible person who
shall always be readily available during
working hours of the work place. It
will be adequately trained in
administering first aid- treatment. Formal
arrangement shall be prescribed to make
motor transport available to carry injured
person or person suddenly taken ill to the
nearest hospital.
19 Interactions with host communities Contractor Monitoring by the PIU
Issue identity cards to laborers and residents
of construction camps.
Construction Phase
1 Construction camps shall be maintained free Contractor Monitoring by the PIU
from litter and in hygienic condition.
It should be kept free from spillage of oil,
grease or bitumen.
Any spillage should be cleaned immediately
to avoid pollution of soil, water stored or
adjacent water bodies
Regular collection of solid wastes should
be undertaken and should be disposed off
safely

Post Construction Phase

1 At the completion of construction, all PIU will m onitor the cleanliness of
construction camp facilities shall be Contractor c ons truc tion camp sites and ensure
dismantled and removed from the site. that the sites are properly maintained
The site shall be restored to a condition in no throughout the period of the contract.
way inferior to the condition prior to
commencement of the works. The restored site shall be inspected by
Oil and fuel contaminated soil shall be the PIU and will issue “Restoration
removed and transported and buried in waste Certificate”. The same shall be
disposal areas. subm itted to EE before final payments
Construction campsite shall be grassed and claimed.
trees cut replaced with saplings of similar tree
species.
Saplings planted shall be handed over to
the community or the land owner for further
maintenance and watering
Soak pits and septic tanks shall be covered
and effectively sealed off.
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Table 14: Selection criteria for construction camp/site locations

Avoid the following ……
Lands within 500 m of habitations
Irrigated agricultural lands
Lands belonging to small farmers
Land sunder village forests
Prefer the following
The government lands that are not being used
for any activity (Waste lands)
Lands belonging to owners who look up
on the temporary use as a source of
income

Land swith in 100m of community Community lands or government land

water bodies and water sources as rivers not used for beneficial purposes
pond etc. Private non-irrigated lands where the
Lands within 100mof watercourses owner is willing and

Lands with an existing access road

Low lying lands, marsh yare as Lands
supporting dense vegetation

Grazing lands and lands with tenure rights

Lands where there is no will in gness of

the landowner to permit its use.

(ii) Waste Management Plan: The contractor will, prior to start of construction
operations, identify potential sites for disposal of construction debris& sites for
general construction wastes. The contractor will obtain approval on identified
sites from the Engineer of PIU and DSC and disposal will be only after consent
letter from the PIU. The procedures for this EMP are for handling, reuse and
disposal of waste materials during construction. The waste materials generated
can be classified into (i) Construction Waste and (ii) Domestic waste. The role
and responsibility has been defined for different activities (Pre, construction and
post construction phase) as shown below:

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 Table 15: Waste Management Plan
Sr. Activity Site Monitoring
No Responsibility Responsibility
Pre-construction and Design Stage
1. Finalize design to minimize waste
generation through balancing of cut and fill PIU PICU
operations and minimizing excess cuts
requiring disposal.

Identify the type of wastes as

well as sources of waste during
construct ion and suggest options for
possible reuse

Provide guidelines to the

contractor for locating waste disposal
sites for non -toxic wastes

Identify existing landfill sites if

available for disposal of toxic materials.

In case no existing landfill

sites are available, identification of
landfill sit e as well as
decommissioning of this site should be
undertaken.

Include in the bid

document a special condition
clause stating that all provisions
shall be applicable to the locations of
disposal of wastes

1  Identify the activities during construction, Contractor Arrangements will be

that have the potential to generate waste verified by the PIU
and work out measures for t he same in Gram Panchayat (GP)
to enable redressal of
the construction schedule
grievances at a later
stage of the project.
2 For the disposal of excess cut and Contractor
unsuitable materials, the contractor shall
identify the location for disposal in
consultation with the community / Gram
Sabha.

3 Prior to disposal of wastes onto Contractor PIU

private/community land, it shall be the
responsibility of the Contractor to obtain a
No - objection Certificate (NOC) from the
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land owner/community.

4 Educate his workforce on issues Contractor PIU

related to disposal of waste, the location
of disposal site as well as the specific
requirement for the management of these
sites.

Construction & Post Construction Phase

1 Either reuse or dispose the waste Contr The
generated during construct ion depending actor waste
upon the nature of waste, management
practices
The reuse of waste shall be adopted by
carried out by the contractor only after the
carrying out the specific test s and
ascertaining the quality of the waste Contrac
materials used, tor, including
the
The contractor shall adopt management
the following precautions while reusing of wastes at
wastes for construction:
Constru
In case of bituminous wastes, ct ion camps,
dumping will be carried out over a 60 mm etc. The work
thick layer of rammed clay so as to shall be
eliminate any chances of leaching. reviewed by the
PIU.
In case of filling of low-lying areas
with wastes, it needs to be ensured that
the level matches with the surrounding
areas. In this case care should be taken

(iii) Construction Plants & Equipment Management Plan: During execution of

the project, construction equipment, machinery and plants always have
impact on the environment. The impact can be due to the emissions, dust,
noise and oil spills that concern the safety and health of the workers, surrounding
settlements and environment as a whole. The EMP describes the activities
during the project stages where pollution control measures are required. The
role and responsibility has been defined for different activities (Pre construction
and post construction phase) as shown below:

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 Table 16: Construction Plants & Equipment Management Plan
Sr.No Activity Site Monitoring Responsibility
Responsibility
Pre- construction and Design Stage
1. Selection criteria for setting up a plant area and Contractor Arrangements will be
parking lot for equipment and vehicles shall be verified by PIU to enable re
done as per sitting criteria for construction camp. dressal of grievances at a
later stage of the project.
Construction Stage
1 The Contractor must educate the workers Contractor  Contractor shall
to undertake safety precaution while working at submit a copy of the
the plant / site as well as around heavy NOC and PUC
equipment.
Certificates before
The Contractor shall ensure all vehicles
must possess Pollution Under Control (PUC) the start of work.
Certificate, which and shall be renewed
regularly.  The PIU shall
The Contractor must ensure that all carry out periodic
machinery, equipment, and vehicles shall inspection to ensure
comply with the existing Central Pollution that all the pollution
Control Board (CPCB) noise and emission control systems are
norms .
appropriately
The Contractor shall design the service road
with protection measures as black topping at installed and comply
vulnerable points as in low lying areas. with existing
The Contractor shall undertake measures as per emission and noise
table to minimize the dust generation, emissions, norms.
noise, oil spills, residual waste and
accidents at the plant site as well as
during transportation of material to construction
site.
During site clearance, all cut and
grubbed materials shall be kept at a secured
location so that it does not raise any safety
concerns.
During excavation, water sprinkling shall be
done to minimize dust generation
Frequent water sprinkling shall be done on the
haul roads to minimize dust generation.
In case of loose soils, compact ion shall be
done prior to water sprinkling.
Cautionary and informatory signs shall be
provided at all locations specifying the
type of operation in progress.
The construction waste generated shall be
disposed as per guidelines for “Waste
Management Plan”.
The equipment, which is required to move
forward and backward, shall be equipped
with alarm for backward movement. It shall be
ensure that the workers shall remain away from
the working areas at such times.
Safety measures during bitumen construction
work...
- Ensure that bitumen storing, handling as well
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as mixing shall be done at hot -mix plant or
designated areas to prevent contamination of
soil and ground water.
- Skilled labour shall be used while hand placing
the premixed bitumen material.
- The hand placing of pre-mixed bituminous
material shall be done only in following
circumstances:
For laying profile corrective courses of irregular
shape and varying thickness
In confined spaces where it is impracticable for
a paver to operate and For filling potholes
- Provide safety equipment i.e. gumboots and
gloves to the workers while handling bitumen
- While applying Tack Coat , spraying of
bitumen shall be done in the wind direction.
The labour shall wear jacket while spraying the
bitumen
- All the bituminous work shall be done as per
IRC’s Manual for Construction and Supervision
of Bituminous Works.
Post Construction Phase
1 Ensur Contractor  Inspected by PIU
e that all the haulroads are restored to the same is to be
their original state. submitted to the EE
In
before final payment
case any inner village road is damaged
while transporting the procured material; claimed.
the contractor
Shallre store the road toits original
condition
Ensur
e that the decommissioning of plant
shall be done in environmentally
sound fashion and the area to bring
its original state.

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 Table 17: Measures at Plant Site
Concern Causes Measures
Dust Vehicle Movement  Water sprinkling
Generation
 Fine Material shall be transported in Bags or
Covered by Tarpaulin during transportation

 Tail board shall be properly closed and sealed

Crushers Water sprinkling

Concrete – Mix Plant Educate the workers for following good practices while
material handling
Emissions Hot-Mix Plant Site selection as per IRC’s Manuals for Construction &
Supervision of Bitumen work
Regular maintenance of Dust Collector as per
manufacture’s recommendations
Vehicles Regular maintenance as per manufacture’s
recommendation
Generators Exhaust vent of long length
Heavy Load Vehicles Exhaust silencer, regular maintenance as per
manufacture schedule
Crushers Sitting
Generators Shall be kept in closed room and regular maintenance as
per good practice
Oil Spills Storage and Handling Manufacture’s recommendation
Residual Waste Dust Collector and Guidelines for waste management
Concrete waste Concrete- Mix Plant Guidelines for waste Management
Bitumen and Guidelines for waste Management
Bitumen Mix
Stone chips Crushers Guidelines for waste Management

Movable parts of Caution sign, Awareness among workers

Plant Area / Site Caution sign, Safety Equipments
Accidents / Health First Aid Box, Periodic Medical check up
Break down of Arrangement for towing and brining it in to the workshop

(iv) Health and Safety Management Plan (HSMP): The safety and health concerns
of the workers and the general public can be impacted due to the hazards
created by construction activities. An Environment Management Plan for Public
and Worker's Health and Safety has been prepared to describe the hazards and
necessary mitigation measures. The detailed HSMP describes the hazards and
measures that need to be taken to mitigate the impacts and is shown below.
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Table 18: Health and Safety Management Plan (HSMP)

Sr. Activity Site Monitoring
No. Responsibility Responsibility
Project Planning and Design Stage
1 To address health and safety concerns, the selection PIU PICU
criteria for setting the Construction camp.
2 To address the safety concerns to road user during
planning and designing phase, the plant shall contain
the following”
Selection and location of regulatory as well as
informatory signs as per IRC: 67-2001, depending
upon the geometry of the road.
Provision of passing places and parapet wall shall be
included in road design
Pre Construction Stage
1 In order to incorporate public health and safety concerns, Contractor PIU
Contractor shall disseminate the following information to
the community:
Location of construction camps, borrow areas and
new quarry areas.
Extent of work
Time of construction
Diversions, if any
Precaution measures in sensitive areas
Involvement of local labors in the road construction
Health issues – water stagnation, exposure to dust,
communicate disease
Mechanism for grievances
2 The contractor must educate workers to undertake the Contractor PIU
health and safety precautions. The contractor shall
educate the workers regarding:
Personal safety measures and location of safety
devices.
Interaction with the host community.
Protection of environment with respect to:
Trampling of vegetation and cutting of trees for
cooking
Restriction of activities in forest areas and also
on hunting
Water bodies protection
Storage and handling of materials
Disposal of construction waste
Construction Stage
1 During the progress of work, following are the safety Contractor PIU
requirement that need to be undertaken by the contractor
at the construction site:
Personal safety equipment (such as ear plug
gumboots and gloves) for the workers
Additional provision need to be undertaken for safety
at site:
Adequate lighting arrangement during night
Adequate drainage system to avoid any
stagnation of water
Facilities for administering first aid.
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No. Responsibility Responsibility
contractor to address public safety concerns:
The contractor shall schedule the construction activities
into consideration factors such as:
Sowing of crops
Harvesting
Local hindrances such as festivals etc
Availability of labour during particular periods
All the cautionary signs as per IRC: 67:2001 and traffic
control devices (such as barricades, etc) shall be
placed as soon as construction activity get started and
shall remain in place till the activities get completed.
In case of blasting, the contractor must follow the
Explosives Rules, 1983.
Post Construction Stage
1 During this stage a major concern is on road user safety. Contractor PIU
Following are the measures that need to be undertaken
to ensure safer roads:
Inspect and maintenance of installed regulatory and
informatory signs
Ensure that location of signage does not obstruct
visibility
In case of hill roads, maintenance of parapet wall as
well as overtaking zone.

137. The Contractor shall, in accordance with the safety and health provisions specified in the
EMP, provide workers with a safe and healthy working environment, in the work areas, through
application of preventive and protective measures consistent with international good practice,
as reflected in ADB’s Environment, Health and Safety Guidelines. The PICU/PIU will take steps
to prevent accidents, injury, and disease arising from, associated with, or occurring during the
course of work. All works undertaken towards protection of environmental resources as part of
the EMP and as part of good engineering practices while adhering to relevant specifications will
be deemed to be incidental to works being carried out and no separate payment will be made
unless otherwise specified explicitly. The costs towards environmental management as per
EMP unless otherwise provided as a separate head, will be deemed to be part of the contract
agreement with the contractor. The scope of works of the contractor towards the
implementation of the environmental provisions shall be as follows:

(i) Abide by all existing environmental regulations and requirements of the local
level, State Government of Madhya Pradesh and Government of India, during
implementation.
(ii) Compliance with all mitigation measures and monitoring requirements set out in
the Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP).
(iii) Submission of a method statement detailing how the project EMMP will be
complied with. This shall include methods and schedules of monitoring
(iv) Compliance with all measures required for construction activities in sensitive
areas, in line with the regulatory requirements of these protected areas, and the
guidelines set forth in the management plans for these areas.
(v) Compliance of all safety rules and regulations applicable at work, and provision
of adequate health and safety measures such as water, food, sanitation,
personal protective equipment, workers’ insurance, and medical facilities.
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(vi) Provide appropriate equipment to minimize risks and requiring and enforcing its
use;
(vii) Provide training to the workers appropriate incentives to use and comply with
health and safety procedures and protective equipment;
(viii) Documenting and reporting occupational accidents, diseases, and incidents; and
(ix) Provide first aid facilities in all the work sites and workers camp and having
qualified first aider to give first aid at the time of any accident.
(x) Contractor shall provide safe drinking water, clean eating and resting.
(xi) Contractor shall have prepared emergency response plan with full details and
methods of emergency response during any accident and shall have and display
the emergency Contact numbers at site.
(xii) Contractor should follow all the applicable rules and regulations for workers
safety.

138. In addition to above mitigation and management plans some plans like pest
management and nutrient management plan also given in Annexure 6 needed to be
incorporated in the project report, to achieve the objective and optimum benefit of the project.

B. Environmental Monitoring Plan

139. Environmental monitoring will be done during construction in three levels: (i) monitoring
of project performance indicators to be done by the contractor; (ii) monitoring of implementation
of mitigation measures done by the PIU; and (iii) overall regulatory monitoring of the
environmental issues done by the PICU Environmental Specialist. The monitoring carried out
by the contractor through the approved agency will be supervised by the Environment
Safeguard Specialist of the PIU. The Environmental Monitoring Plan for the project is presented
in Table 19. The proposed monitoring of all relevant environmental parameters, with a
description of the sampling stations, frequency of monitoring, applicable standards and
responsible agencies are presented.

Table 19: Environmental Monitoring Plan

S. Attributes Stage Parameters to be Location Frequency Responsibility
No. monitored
1 Construction Construction Safe disposal of Major Random Contractor
wastes Stage construction wastes construction checks
disposal sites
2 Dust No. of tankers for Major Random Contractor
suppression water sprinkling, construction checks
Timing of sites
sprinkling, Location
of sprinkling, Log
Book
2 Ambient Air Construction RPM, SPM, SO2, Major Onceinasea Contractor, to be
Quality Stage NOx, CO construction son (except monitor through
sites monsoons) engagement of
for the agency approved
entire under NABL
constructio Accreditation norm
n
period
3 Water quality Construction TDS, TSS, pH, Two Locations Twice a Contractor, to be
stage DO,BOD, COD, &in all year (pre- monitor through

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No. monitored
FaecalColi form, construction monsoon engagement of
Ammonia, camp and post- agency approved
Nitrogen, monsoon) under NABL
Organophosphates, for the Accreditation norm
entire
period of
construction
4 Noise Levels Construction Equivalent Day& All Once in as Contractor, to
and Night Time Noise Construction Eason monitor through on
Operation Levels sites during approved monitoring
Stage constructio Agency
n
5 Supply of Construction Provision of PPE All Continuous Contractor
PPE Stage on site, adequacy Construction
of equipment sites
6 Establishing Construction Access to health All Continuous Contractor
Medical Stage facilities for the Construction
facilities construction sites
workers
7 Accident Construction No. of fatal All Continuous Contractor
record Stage accidents, No. of construction
injuries, No. of sites
disabilities
8 Post Post Whether temporary All Post Contractor
construction construction locations for Construction constructio
clearance of workers camp, site sites n
site office, batching
plant and other
construction
locations are
restored to pre-
project conditions

C. Implementation Arrangement

1. Institutional Requirements

140. The institutional requirements specify the arrangements for the implementation of
project and environmental provisions in the project. The project is planned to execute through
design-build-operation (DBO) model. The following arrangements have been made for
implementation of the project.

a. Project Implementation and Coordination Unit (PICU) and Project

Implementation Unit (PIU)

141. The Water Resources Department Madhya Pradesh (MPWRD) is the executing agency.
The PICU established for the overall project implementation and management at Bhopal and
the PIU will be established for implementation of the Water Resources Department at project
level. A Safeguards Specialist (SS) is within the PICU, and SS in the PIU are responsible for
overall management implementation of the resettlement and environmental safeguard
provisions.
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142. MPWRD is planning project feasibility, approving designs, and supervising construction
and implementation. Private turnkey contractors will be engaged through national competitive
bidding. The turnkey contractor will carry out detailed design, construction, manage the
operation for an initial period, and hand over to the department after initial successful operation
of the scheme.

143. During the project implementation, The Environmental Specialist in the PIU will regularly
monitor the status of environmental management in the project covering (i) compliance with
environmental screening; (ii) compliance in the design with requirements in IEE; and
(iii) compliance with the environmental management during construction. Contractors will be
required by their contracts to implement all specified mitigation measures.

2. Capacity Building

a. Institutional Strengthening

144. MPWRD is the executing agency. The PICU has been established in Bhopal for the
overall project implementation and management. The project will be implemented by the PIU,
Zirapur. A Safeguards Specialist is proposed within the PICU, and will be responsible for
implementation of the resettlement and environmental safeguard provisions. One environmental
and social safeguard specialist to be posted at PIU and one environmental and social safeguard
specialist at PICU will oversee the implementation of the environmental provisions related to
project implementation, consistent with the ADBs Environmental Assessment Guidelines and
the environmental compliance requirements of the Government of Madhya Pradesh and the
Government of India.

3. Training and Capacity Building

145. The Environmental Specialist of the PICU will provide the basic training required for
environmental awareness followed by specific aspects of KIP along with environmental
implication. Specific modules customized for the available skill set will be devised after
assessing the capabilities of the members of the Training Programme and the requirements of
the project. The entire training would cover basic principles of environmental assessment and
management; mitigation plans and programmes, implementation techniques, monitoring
methods and tools. The proposed training program along with the frequency of sessions is
presented in Table 20.

Table 20: Training Modules for Environmental Management

Training
Program Description Participants Form of Duration/ Conductin
Training Location g
Agency
Pre-Construction Stage

Sensitization Introduction to Environment: Forest/ Workshop 1 Environmen

Workshop Basic Concept of environment Roads/Culture Working tal
Environmental Regulations and Department Day Specialist of
Statutory requirements as per Officials, Executive the PICU
Government of Engineer and
India and ADB Environmental
Specialist(ES)of the

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Program Description Participants Form of Duration/ Conductin
Training Location g
Agency
PICU/PIU
Session-I
Module-I Introduction to Environment: PICU/PIU (including Lecture 1W orking Safeguar
Basic Concept of environment the ES) and Day ds
Safeguards Regulations and Engineering staff of Specialist
Statutory requirements as per the implementing of the
Govt. of India and ADB agencies PICU
Guidelines, Environmental
considerations in planning,
design and implementing
projects
Module-II Environmental components PICU/ PIU Workshop 1 Safeguards
Impacted in construction and (including Working Specialist
operation stages Activities The ES)and Day of the
causing pollution during Engineering staff of PICU
construction and operation Tourism dept
stages Environmental
Management Environmental
Provisions Implementation
Arrangements Methodology of
Assessment Good
Engineering practices to be
integrated into contract
documents
Module-III Improved Co-ordination with PICU/PIU (including Lecture/ 1W orking Safeguards
Other Departments: Statutory ES) and Interactive Day Specialist
Permissions–Procedural engineering staff of Sessions of the
Requirements Co-operation & Tourism department PICU
Coordination with other
Departments.

Construction Stage

Session-II
Module-VI Role during Construction- Engineers and Lecture/ 1Working Safeguards
Roles and Responsibilities of Staff of line Interactive Day Specialist
officials/contractors/ consultants departments of the Sessions of the
towards protection of Government of PIU
environment Implementation Madhya Pradesh,
Arrangements Monitoring and PICU/PIU
mechanisms (including the ES)
Module-VII Monitoring and Reporting Engineers and Lecture/ 1Working Safeguards
System Staff of Interactive Day Specialist
implementing Sessions of the
agencies and PIU
PICU/PIU (including
the ES)

Notes: PICU = Project Implementation and Coordination Units; PIU = Project Implementation Unit; ES =
Environment Specialist;
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D. Environmental Budget

146. As part of good engineering practices in the project, there have been several measures
as erosion prevention, rehabilitation of borrow areas, safety, signage, provision of temporary
drains, etc., the costs for which will be included in the design costs of specific civil works.
Therefore, costs of these items have not been included in the IEE budget. Only those items not
covered under budgets for construction are considered in the IEE budget. The costs of personal
protective equipment to construction workers shall be borne by contractor as part of conditions
of contract. In addition, the sources of funds for mitigation measures during construction stage
including monitoring are also to be borne by the contractor. These are deemed to be included
as part of the contract price amount quoted by the contractor for the works. The costs of
components for monitoring in operation stage and the capacity building costs are to be funded
by the PICU. The EMP cost is given in the Table 21.

147. The costs for operation of the GRM, staff resources will be part of MPWRD routine
budget.

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 Table 21: Environmental Budget
S. Particulars Stage Unit Total Rate Cost(INR Sourceof
No. number (INR) ) fund
Monitoring Measures During Construction Period (per year)

1 Dust Suppression at construction Lump sum 500,000 1,00,000500,000

lump sum Contractor Contractor’s
construction sites Lump Cost
sum
2 Water quality Construction Per 3x 5 10,000 150,000 Contractor
sample
2 Air quality monitoring Construction Per sample 3x5 10,000 150,000 Contractor

3 Noise Levels Construction Per 3x5 5,000 75,000 Contractor

Sample
Monitoring Measures During Operation Phase (per year)

1 Air quality Operation Per Sample Once at 2 10,000 20,000

locations
2 Noise Levels Operation Per Once at 2 5,000 10,000 Implement
Sample locations ing
Agencies
3 Water quality Operation - Once at 2 10,000 20,000 cost
locations

Sub -Total(A+B) 5,25,000

1 Sensitization Workshop Ones L.S

PICU

6,00,000
Sub -Total(C) 6,00,000
Total Rupees Fifteen Lakhs and Twenty Five Thousand only (A+B+C) 11,25,000
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E. Environmental Monitoring and Reporting

148. The PICU will monitor and measure the progress of EMP implementation. The
monitoring activities will be corresponding with the project’s risks and impacts and will be
identified in the IEE for the projects. In addition to recording information of the work, deviation of
work components from original scope, the PICU and PIU will undertake site inspections and
document review to verify compliance with the EMP and progress toward the final outcome. The
PIU will submit monthly monitoring and implementation reports to PICU, who will take follow-up
actions, if necessary. PIU will submit the quarterly monitoring and implementation reports to
PICU. The PICU will submit semi-annual monitoring reports to ADB. Project budgets will reflect
the costs of monitoring and reporting requirements. Monitoring reports will be posted in a
location accessible to the public.

149. ADB will review project performance against MPWRD’s 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.
ADB will monitor projects until a project completion report is issued. ADB will carry out the
following monitoring actions to supervise project implementation:

(i) conduct periodic site visits for projects with adverse environmental or social
impacts;
(ii) conduct supervision missions with detailed review by ADB’s safeguard
specialists/ officers or consultants for projects with significant adverse social or
environmental impacts;
(iii) review the periodic monitoring reports submitted by MPWRD to ensure that
adverse impacts and risks are mitigated as planned and as agreed with ADB;
(iv) work with MPWRD to rectify to the extent possible any failures to comply with
their safeguard commitments, as covenanted in the legal agreements, and
exercise remedies to re-establish compliance as appropriate; and
(v) Prepare a project completion report that assesses whether the objective and
desired outcomes of the safeguard plans have been achieved, taking into
account the baseline conditions and the results of monitoring.

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 IX. CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS

150. The significance of the environmental impacts will be more due to the construction
related impacts. It is to be noted that the resultant potential impacts from this project can be
offset through provision of proven mitigation measures during the design and adoption of good
engineering practices during construction and implementation. Further, the project will improve
the irrigation efficiency as a result of which crop production will enable upliftment of urban
population living in small to medium size town, of Rajgarh and Agar districts.

151. The specific management measures laid down in the IEE will effectively address any
adverse environmental impacts due to the project. The effective implementation of the
measures proposed will be ensured through the building up of capacity towards environmental
management within the PICU supplemented with the technical expertise of a Safeguards
Specialist as part of the PIU. Further, the environmental monitoring plans provide adequate
opportunities towards course correction to address any residual impacts during construction or
operation stages.

152. The IEE carried out for the project show that the proposed project will result in net
benefits in terms of enhanced agricultural activities and production generate multiple type of
indirect employment and revenue generation, and that any adverse environmental impact can
be addressed through proper location of project components, planning, and design of the
proposed project; control of construction activity and mitigation measures. The EMP provides
mitigation of all identified impacts and the contract clauses for the environmental provisions.
Further, the proposed designs have been consulted with the stakeholders. No significant issues
were reported which required redress in terms of environmental safeguards.
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Annexure 1: Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) Checklist

Instructions
This checklist has been prepared to support the environmental classification of a
project. It is to be attached to the environmental categorization form that is to be prepared
and submitted to the Chief Compliance officer of the Regional and Sustainable Development
Department.
This checklist focuses on environmental issues and concerns. To ensure that social
dimensions are adequately considered, refer also to ADB checklists and handbooks on (i)
involuntary resettlement, (ii) indigenous peoples planning, (iii) poverty reduction, (iv)
participation , and (v) gender and development
Answer the questions assuming the “without mitigation” case.The purpose is to
identify potential
impacts.Usethe“remarks”sectiontodiscussanyanticipatedmitigationmeasures

Country /Project Title: MPIEIP-Madhya Pradesh- Madhya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency

Improvement Project
Sector Division: SAUW (South Asia Urban Development and Water Division)
Screening Questions Yes No REMARKS
Project Siting
Is the Project are adjacent to or within any of the following environmentally sensitive areas?
Protected Area √
Wetland √
Mangrove √
Estuarine √
Buffer zone of protected area √
Special area for protecting √
biodiversity
Potential Environmental impacts Will the project cause
Loss of precious ecological values √
(e.g. result of encroachment into
forests/swamplands or historical/cultural
buildings/ areas, disruption of hydrology of
natural waterways, regional flooding, and
drainage hazards)?
Conflicts in water supply rights and √
related social conflicts?
Impediments to movements of people √
and animals?
Potential ecological problems due to √ Minimal impact–after laying the
increased soil erosion and siltation, leading to distribution system will be underground.
decreased stream capacity? After laying, proper re-vegetation would
be carried out.
Insufficient drainage leading to salinity √ Not likely as Distribution of water will be
intrusion? through pipe and where necessary cross
drainage will be provided.
Over pumping of groundwater, leading √
to Stalinization and ground subsidence?
Impairment of downstream water quality √
and therefore, impairment of downstream
beneficial uses of water?
Dislocation or involuntary resettlement of √
people?

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 Potential social conflicts arising from
land tenure and land use issues?
Soil erosion before compaction and
lining of canals?
Noise from construction equipment?
Dust?
Labour- related social problems
especially if workers from different areas are
hired?
Water logging and soil salinization due
to in adequate drainage and farm management?
Leaching of soil nutrients and changes
in soil characteristics due to excessive application
of irrigation water?
Reduction of downstream water supply
during peak seasons?
Soil pollution, polluted farm runoff and
groundwater, and public health risks due to
excessive application of fertilizers and pesticides?
Soil erosion (furrow, surface)
Scouring of canals?
Logging of canals by sediments?
Clogging of canals by weeds?
Seawater intrusion into downstream
freshwater systems?
Introduction of increase in incidence of
waterborne or water related diseases?
√
Not part of the project scope
√ Minor impact envisaged during the activity
due to regular functioning of compressors.
Adoption of mitigation measures shall
effectively address such impact during
construction.
√ Minor impact envisaged during the activity
due to regular functioning of compressors.
Adoption of mitigation measures shall
effectively address such impact during
construction.
√
√ Not likely- the drainage problem will be
taken care in the planning and design
stage
√ Minimal- the Agriculture support program
will train farmers in the appropriate use
of pesticides and fertilizer and integrated
pest management
Not part of the project scope
√ Minimal- the Agriculture support program
will train farmers in the appropriate use
of pesticides and fertilizer and integrated
pest management
√
Not part of the project scope
Not part of the project scope
Not part of the project scope
Not part of the project scope
√ Minimal impact as the storage will be
small
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Annexure 2: Plant Species Reported in the Kundalia Project Area

Botanical name Family Habit
Bambusa species Poaceae Bamboo
Asparagus racemosus Liliaceae Climber
Cryptolepis species Asclepiadaceae Climber
Ipomoea species Convolvulaceae Climber
Luffia species Fabaceae Climber
Mucuna pruriens Fabaceae Climber
Ichnocarpus species Apocynaceae Climber
Vallaris solanacea Apocynaceae Climber
Butea parviflora Fabaceae Scandent shrub
Nyctanthes arbortrisits Oleaceae Scandent Shrub
Miliusa tomentosa Annonaceae Scandent tree
Calotropis gigantean Asclepiadaceae Shrub
Calotropis procera Asclepiadaceae Shrub
Carica carranda Caesalpiniaceae Shrub
Dichrostachys cinerea Mimosaceae Shrub
Euphorbia neriifolia Euphorbiaceae Shrub
Gardenia latifolia Rubiaceae Shrub
Ipomoea pes-caprae Convolvulaceae Shrub
Lantana camara Verbenaceae Shrub
Ricinus communis Euphorbiaceae Shrub
Thespesia lampas Malvaceae Shrub
Vitex negundo Verbenaceae Shrub
Zizyphus nummularia Rhamnaceae Shrub
Zizyphus oenoplia Rhamnaceae Shrub
Jatropha curcas Euphorbiaceae Small tree
Acacia catechu Mimosaceae Tree
Acacia nilotica Mimosaceae Tree
Aegle marmelos Rutaceae Tree
Ailanthus excels Simarubiaceae Tree
Albizzia lebbek Mimosaceae Tree
Albizzia procera Mimosaceae Tree
Anogeissus pendula Combretaceae Tree
Anona squamosal Annonaceae Tree
Azadirachta indica Meliaceae Tree
Bauhinia malabarica Caesalpinaceae Tree
Bombax ceiba Bombacaceae Tree
Bombax insigni Bombacaceae Tree
Butea monosperma Fabaceae Tree
Cassia fistula Caesalpiniaceae Tree
Citrus aurantium Rutaceae Tree
Cordia myxa Boraginaceae Tree
Dalbergia sissoo Fabaceae Tree
Diospyros species Ebernaceae Tree
Emblica officinalis Euphorbiaceae Tree
Eucalyptus species Myrtaceae Tree
Feronia limonia Rutaceae Tree
Ficus bengalensis Moraceae Tree
Ficus glomerata Moraceae Tree
Ficus infectoria Moraceae Tree
Ficus religiosa Moraceae Tree
Garuga pinnata Burseraceae Tree

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Holarrhena pubescens Apocynaceae Tree
Holoptelea integrifolia Mimosaceae Tree
Madhuca indica Sapotaceae Tree
Mangifera indica Anacardiaceae Tree
Melia dubia Meliaceae Tree
Phoenix acaulis Palmae Tree
Radermachera xylocaropa Bignoniaceae Tree
Soymidia febrifuga Meliaceae Tree
Syzygium heyneanum Myrtaceae Tree
Syzygium jambolanum Myrtaceae Tree
Tamarindus indica Caesalpiniaceae Tree
Tectona grandis Verbenaceae Tree
Terminalia belerica Combretaceae Tree
Wedlandia exserta Rubiaceae Tree
Zizyphus jujube Rhamnaceae Tree
Zizyphus mauritiana Rhamnaceae Tree
Acalypha indica L. Euphorbiaceae Herb
Acanthospermum hispidum DC. Asteraceae Herb
Aerva lanata Juss. ex Schultes Amaranthaceae Herb
Alternanthera pungens Kunth Amaranthaceae Herb
Andrographis paniculata (Burm.f.) Wall. ex
Nees Acanthaceae Herb
Anisomeles indica L. Lamiaceae Herb
Apluda varia Hack. Poaceae Herb
Argemone mexicana L. Papaveraceae Herb
Bacopa monnieri L. Scophulariaceae Herb
Barleria prionitis L. Acanthaceae Herb
Blumea lacera (Burm. f.) DC Asteraceae Herb

Boerhavia diffusa L. Nyctaginaceae Herb

Caesulia axillaris Roxb. Asteraceae Herb
Carex cyperoides Dewey. Cyperaceae Herb
Cassia absus L. Caesalpiniaceae Herb
Cassia tora L. Caesalpiniaceae Herb
Celosia argentea L Amaranthaceae Herb
Centella asiatica (L.) Urban Apiaceae Herb
Centipeda minima A. Br. & Aschers Asteraceae Herb
Chloris barbata Domin. Poaceae Herb
Clitoria ternatea L Fabaceae Herb
Cnicus involucratus Wall. ex DC. Asteraceae Herb
Convolvulus arvensis L. Convolvulaceae Herb
Corchorus aestuans L Tiliaceae Herb
Crysopogon gryllus (L.) Trinius Poaceae Herb
Curculigo orchioides Gaertn. Hypoxidaceae Herb
Cuscuta reflexa Roxb Cuscutaceae Herb
Cymbopogon martini Stapf. Poaceae Herb
Cynodon dactylon Pers. Poaceae Herb
Cyperus auricomus Benth. Cyperaceae Herb
Cyperus cuspidatus Baker. Cyperaceae Herb
Cyperus cyperoides Britton Cyperaceae Herb
Cyperus rotundus L. Cyperaceae Herb
Dactyloctenium aegyptiacum Willd. Poaceae Herb
Desmodium pulchellum Benth Fabaceae Herb
Desmodium triflorum (L.) DC. Fabaceae Herb
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Desmostachya bipinatata Stapf Poaceae Herb

Digitania longiflora Pers Poaceae Herb
Digitania ternata Stapf. Poaceae Herb
Echinops echinatus Roxb. Asteraceae Herb
Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. Asteraceae Herb
Eragrostis tremula Hoshst Poaceae Herb
Erianthus fulvus Kunth. Poaceae Herb
Euphorbia hirta L. Euphorbiaceae Herb
Euphorbia thymifolia L. Euphorbiaceae Herb
Evolvulus alsinoides L. Scophulariaceae Herb
Fimbristylis diphylla Vahl. Cyperaceae Herb
Helicteres isora L. Sterculiaceae Herb
Hygrophila auriculata (Schumach.) Heine Acanthaceae Herb
Hyptis suaveolens (L.) Poit. Lamiaceae Herb
Imperata cylindrica Beauv. Poaceae Herb
Indigofera astragalina DC Fabaceae Herb
Lepidagathis incurve Buch-Ham.ex D.Don Acanthaceae Herb
Leucas cephalotes (Koenig ex Roth.) Spreng Lamiaceae Herb
Lipocarpha argentea R.Br. cyperaceae Herb
Martynia annua L. Martyniaceae Herb
Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn Nelumbonaceae Herb
Panicum montanum Roxb. Poaceae Herb
Paspalidium flavidum A. Camus Poaceae Herb
Paspalum compactumRoth ex Roem. &
Schult. Poaceae Herb
Paspalum conjugation Berg. Poaceae Herb
Paspalum orbiculare Forst.f. Poaceae Herb
Peristrophe paniculata Brumitt Acanthaceae Herb
Phyla nodiflora L. Verbenaceae Herb
Physalis minima L. Solanaceae Herb
Plumbago zeylanica L. Plumbaginaceae Herb
Pogostemon benghalense Burm.f. Lamiaceae Herb
Polygonum barbatum L. Polygonaceae Herb
Pseudechinolaena polystachya Stapf. Poaceae Herb
Pseudosorghum fasiculare A. Camus Poaceae Herb
Rumex dentatus L. Polygonaceae Herb
Scirpus articulates L. Cyperaceae Herb
Scoparia dulcis L. Scophulariaceae Herb
Sesamum indicum L. Pedaliaceae Herb
Setaria glauca Beauv. Poaceae Herb
Sida acuta Burm.f. Malvaceae Herb
Solanum nigrum L. Solanaceae Herb
Sphaeranthus indicus L. Asteraceae Herb
Tephrosia purpurea (L.) R.Br. Fabaceae Herb
Themeda quadrivalvis Kuntze. Poaceae Herb
Trianthema portulacastrum L. Aizoaceae Herb
Tribulus terrestris L. Zygophyllaceae Herb
Tridax procumbens L. Asteraceae Herb
Tripogon tiliformis Nees ex Steud. Poaceae Herb
Triumfetta rhomboidea Jacq. Tiliaceae Herb
Vernonia cinerea (L.) Less. Asteraceae Herb
Vetiveria zizanioides (L.) Nash. Poaceae Herb
Xanthium strumarium L. Asteraceae Herb

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Annexure 3: Potential Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures for Components

Proposed under Kundalia Irrigation Project
S.No. Potential Impacts Duration/Ext Magnitude Mitigation Measures Overall Superv Stag
ent Respons ision & e
ibility Quality
Respo
nsibilit
y
Activity Impact Perman Te Sign Mode Insi
ent (P)) mp ifica rate gnifi
ora nt (M) cant
ry (S) (I)
(T)
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12)
Component (i): Pipe distribution system
Major activity/civil work in pipe distribution system for excavation of trench for laying of pipe, jointing, valves
installation
1. Pipeline Land P S Since the layout of pipeline is not Executive PICU L
routing acquisition finalized, it is not possible to quantify the Engineer
quantum and ownership of land to be
acquired. However, Before
implementation, the actual measurement
is to be taken with the help of Patwari
and proper compensation of land & their
land crop to be given to the farmers as
per R & R policy of MP govt. A separate
detail R & R plan is being formulated for
the same.
Disturbance T I Minimize number of water course Executive PICU D
to Vegetation crossings & crossing watercourses at Engineer
& wildlife right angles to conserve aquatic &
terrestrial resources.
Minimize pipeline length in order to
minimize potential disturbance to
aquatics, wetlands, vegetation, wildlife,
heritage resources
Disturbance T I Minimize crossings of marshes, swamps, Executive PICU D
to wildlife bogs and sloughs to conserve wetlands, Engineer
habitat wildlife, habitat

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 Avoid or minimize length of isolated bush
or wooded area.
2. Excavation Air/Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
Pollution sprinkling Engineer
Limit hours of operation in populated
areas
Use of barriers to reduce exposure
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator set s and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites.
Water T I Dump solid waste in specified place to Executive PICU C
Pollution minimize contamination of water. Engineer
Discharge waste water at designated
locations and after treatment after
consultation with the PIU.
Soil Pollution T I Mixing of top soil/sub soil causes dilution Executive PICU C
of organic material. & nutrients in top soil. Engineer
Soil conservation can be achieved by the
proper selection of diameter of pipeline,
season of construction, type of
trenching/pipe installation, equipment to
be used
Parallel existing linear developments
(e.g. near to roads, power lines, rail lines)
to minimize overall area of disturbance.

Worker/Local T I Provide safety measures (mask, gloves, Executive PICU C

people hat et c) to minimize exposure to the Engineer
Exposure workers.
Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals.
Child labour must be strictly prohibited.
Provide signage near work sites.
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas.
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3. Disposal of Air, Water, T I Disposal of excavated Material will lead Executive PICU C
Excavated Soil Pollution to air, water and soil pollution To mitigate Engineer
Material this impact ,a disposal plan with
quantum (generated/ utilized/ disposed
off ) shall be part of contract agreement
Disposal Area shall be pre-identified
with due consent of local community
prior t o initiate work
Quality of excavated material shall be
assessed before disposal.
Remove extra muck and vegetation
material as soon as possible from site.
Dumping of extra excavated
material/vegetation only in designated
place by engineer of PIU to minimize
impact on environment.
Air pollution control measure like water
sprinkling.
Limit hours of operation in populated
areas.
Use of barriers to reduce exposure.
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator set s and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used.
Avoid traffic in populated areas as much
as possible
Install speed breaker and signage near
sett laments.
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites.
Blockage / T I Backfill & Leveling to be done to restore Executive PICU O
Damage to the work location as before. Engineer
natural
drains and
flow of water
during
trenching

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4 Heavy Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
Machinery Pollution sprinkling. Engineer
Truck/Traffic Limit hours of operation in populated
and Haulage areas.
of Machinery Use of barriers to reduce exposure.
handling Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator set s and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used.
Avoid traffic in populated areas as much
as possible
Install speed breaker and signage near
sett laments.
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites.
Soil Pollution T I Collection and recycling of lubricants. Executive PICU C
Soil pollution can be reduced by the Engineer
proper selection of equipment to be used.
Measures to prevent accidental spills.
Parallel existing linear developments
(e.g. near to roads, trails, power lines, rail
lines) to minimize overall area of
disturbance.

Worker/Local T I Provide safety measures (mask, gloves, Executive PICU C

people hat et c) to minimize exposure to the Engineer
exposure workers.
Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals.
Organize awareness programs on
environmental resource management.
Child labour must be strictly prohibited.
Provide signage near work sites.
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas.

5 Material Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
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Handling Pollution sprinkling Engineer

Storage And Limit hours of operation in populated
Transport areas
Use of barriers to reduce exposure
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator set s and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites.
Worker/Local T I Provide safety measures (mask, gloves, Executive PICU C
people hat et c) to minimize exposure Engineer
exposure Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals
Child labour must be strictly prohibited
Provide signage near work sites
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure
6 Laying & Over head T I Using tougher steel with special Executive PICU C
jointing of Lines, Crane characteristics to prevent puncture and Engineer
pipes toppling, pipeline leaks.
crane failure, Adequate safe distance is to ensure
collapse of before proceeding for laying activity or
trench. through tandem lifting by use of New
Generation Hydra.
Ensure No Free swinging of Hook or
make distance before doing it
Sufficient platform to make available for
approach of crane and for its stability.
Working distance of crane is to be more
than the depth of Trench.
Third party certificate of crane and belt.
Fire Hazard Minimum 500 mm distance to be ensured Executive PICU C
between MNGL line & pipeline. Engineer
Availability of Responsible Person for
close supervision

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 Presence of Concerned dept
representative for monitoring the activity.
Water T I Inspection of 100%welds that join the Executive PICU C
Pollution pipe Engineer
7 Small Tools Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
and Pollution sprinkling Engineer
P umps Limit hours of operation in populated
areas
Use of barriers to reduce exposure
Pump and tools may be handled so as to
minimize generation of dust.
Avoid traffic in populated areas as much
as possible
Install speed breaker and signage near
settlements.
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites.
Soil Erosion T I Limitation of earth moving to dry periods. Executive PICU C
Protect ion of vulnerable areas with Engineer
mulch.
Protection of drainage channels with
beams, straw or fabric barriers.
Worker/Local T I Provide safety measures (mask, gloves, Executive PICU C
people hat et c) to minimize exposure to the Engineer
Exposure workers.
Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals.
Child labour must be strictly prohibited.
Provide signage near work sites.
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas.
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure.
The work and campsites shall have
suitable facilities for handling any
emergency situation like fire, explosion,
etc.
8 Labour Impact on T M The construction campsites shall be Executive PICU C
Camps Human located away from any local human Engineer
health, settlement.
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especially Routine medical checkup of Field staff

workers and labors.
working Provision of potable drinking water at
at site.
construction Provision of proper sewage and waste
sites disposal system. Sanitation facilities
have to be provided at the camp sites.
Awareness program on HIV Aids and
other communicable disease may be
provided t o t he work force.
First aid facilities to be provided at the
construction camps. Any case of disease
outbreak may be immediately subjected
to medical treatment. Mosquito repellent
to be provided to t he labors such as
odomas, coil and sprays. The camps
may maintain cleanliness and hygienic
condition.
Proper ventilation may be provided in
labour camps.
To avoided tree cutting,
Community kitchen to be provided in the
labour camps Sufficient fuel LPG to be
provided to the camp.
Head phones, ear plugs t o be provided
to the workers at construct ion sits e.
All workers employed on mixing of
asphaltic material, cement, lime mortars,
concrete et c. may be provided with
protective foot wear and protective
goggles.
Adequate precaution must be taken to
prevent danger from electrical
equipments
Land scope T M Carry plantation work on open sites Executive PICU C
Degradation Do not dump waste along settlement or Engineer
access rout e
Frame waste disposal program
Develop green belts along approach road
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 temporary structures may be cleared
away, all rubbish disposed, excreta and
disposal pits or trenches filled in and
effectively sealed off and the whole sit
e.
Component (ii) : Pump stations, pumping sub-stations, valves and control system and its power supply system including
transmission/distribution line and switch gear
1 Sitting of Land P M Since the location of pump station/sub- Executive PICU C
pump Acquisition station and Right of Way is not finalized, Engineer
station/sub- it is not possible to quantify the quantum
station & its and ownership of land to be acquired.
power Preferably Govt lands to be taken for
supply pump station/pumping sub-station.
system If private land is to be acquired, the
actual measurement is to be taken with
the help of Patwari and proper
compensation of land & their crop to be
given to the farmers as per R & R policy
of MP govt. A detailed R & R plan to be
formulated for the same.
2 Excavation Collapse of T I Slope cutting should be maintained as Executive PICU C
Soil per the angle of repose. Engineer
Hard barricading should be provided.
Ensure movement of vehicle at a safe
distance from trench.
Excavated material to be dumped away
from edge.
Ground T I Dewatering far from the trench, which has Executive PICU C
Water no impact on working area. Engineer
seepage
Collision in T I In tractor, no songs should be played Executive PICU C
Excavator/Tr Experienced operators having proper Engineer
actor license to be engaged
/dumper Helpers with every excavator should be
provided.
Air/Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
pollution sprinkling Engineer
Limit hours of operation in populated
areas
Use of barriers to reduce exposure
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Plants, machinery and equipment may be

handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator set s and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used
Noise and air quality monitoring may be
conducted at construct ion sites.
Water T I Dump solid waste in specified place to Executive PICU C
Pollution minimize contamination of water. Engineer
Discharge waste water at designated
locations and treatment after consultation
with the PIU.
Soil Pollution T I A muck disposal plan with quantum Executive PICU
(generated/ utilized/ disposed off ) shall Engineer
be part of contract agreement
Disposal Area shall be pre-identified
with due consent of local community
prior t o initiate work
Quality of muck shall be assessed before
disposal.
Remove extra muck and vegetation
material as soon as possible from site.
Dumping of extra excavated
material/vegetation only in designated
place by the engineers to minimize
impact on environment.
3 Fabrication Noise/Air T I All materials to be used shall be straight Executive PICU C
of pollution /or flattened and shall be free from twist. Engineer
pump/pumpi Cutting shall perform by shearing,
ng sub- grinding or Gas cutting
stations Components shall not be assembled and
aligned in such a manner that they are
twisted nor have any damages.
Any force fitting, pulling / stretching of
members to join them shall be avoided.
Air pollution control measure like water
sprinkling.
Limit hours of operation.
Use of barriers to reduce exposure.

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 Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission equipment , generator sets
and pollution free certified vehicles may
be used
Noise and air quality monitoring may be
conducted at fabrication sites.
4 Reinforcement Noise/Air T I Limit hours of operation in populated Executive PICU C
work pollution areas. Engineer
Use of barriers and noise damping
devices to reduce sound
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator sets.
Noise and air quality monitoring may be
conducted at construction sites.
5 Sitting of Worker / T I The construction campsites shall be Executive PICU C
Labor Camps local located away from any local human Engineer
People settlement
Exposure Provide safety measures (mask, gloves,
hat etc) to minimize exposure to labors.
Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals.
Organize awareness programs on
environment al resource management.
Organize Health camps.
Child labor must be strictly prohibited.
Provide signage near work sites.
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure.
The work and campsites shall have
suitable facilities for handling any
emergency situation like fire, explosion,
etc.
Impact on T I Routine medical checkup of Field staff Executive PICU O
human and labors. Engineer
health Provision of pot able drinking water at
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site.
Provision of proper sewage and waste
disposal system. Sanitation facilities
have to be provided at the camp sites.
Awareness program on HIV Aids and
other communicable disease may be
provided to the work force.
First aid facilities to be provided at the
construction camps. Any case of disease
outbreak may be immediately subjected
to medical treatment. Mosquito repellent
to be provided to t he labors such as
odomas, coil and sprays. The camps
may maintain cleanliness and hygienic
condition.
Proper ventilation may be provided in
labour camps
To avoided tree cutting
Community kitchen to be provided in the
labour camps
Sufficient fuel LPG t o be provided to the
camp.
Head phones, ear plugs to be provided to
the workers at construction site.
All workers employed on mixing of
asphaltic material, cement, lime mortars,
concrete et c. may be provided with
protective foot wear and protective
goggles. Workers involved in welding
work may be provided with welder’s
protective eye shields
Adequate precaution shall be taken to
prevent danger from electrical
equipments.

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6 Heavy Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
Machinery Pollution sprinkling Engineer
Truck/Traffic Limit hours of operation in populated
and Haulage areas
of Machinery Use of barriers to reduce exposure
handling Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator set s and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construction sites.
Soil Pollution T I Collection and recycling of lubricants. Executive PICU C
Measures to prevent accidental spills Engineer
Parallel existing linear developments
(e.g. near to roads, power lines, rail lines)
to minimize overall area of disturbance.
Worker/ local T I Locate camp sites away from populated Executive PICU C
People areas. Engineer
Exposure Provide safety measures (mask, gloves,
hat et c) to minimize exposure to labors.
Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals.
Organize awareness programs on
environmental resource management.
Organize Health camps.
Child labor must be strictly prohibited.
Provide signage near work sites.
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure.
Landscape T I Carry plantation work on open sites Executive PICU C
Degradation Do not dump waste along settlement or Engineer
access rout e
Frame waste disposal program
Frame quarry & borrow area rehabilitation
program
Develop green belt s along approach
road & work site.
On completion of the works all the
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temporary structures may be cleared

away, all rubbish disposed, excreta and
disposal pits or trenches filled in and
effectively sealed off and the whole site
7 Material Soil Pollution T I Collection and recycling of lubricants. Executive PICU C
handling Measures to prevent accidental spills Engineer
And storage Parallel existing linear developments
(e.g. near to roads, power lines, rail lines)
to minimize overall area of disturbance.
Worker / T I Provide safety measures (mask, gloves, Executive PICU C
local hat et c) to minimize exposure. Engineer
People Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
Exposure collision with human/animals
Organize awareness programs on
environment al resource management.
Child labour must be strictly prohibited
Provide signage near work sites
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure
Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
Pollution sprinkling Engineer
Limit hours of operation in populated
areas
Use of barriers to reduce exposure
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator sets and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construction sites
8 Disposal of Air / T I Disposal of excavated Material will lead Executive PICU C
excavated Noise/Soil to air, water and soil pollution To mitigate Engineer
material Pollution this impact ,a disposal plan with
quantum (generated/ utilized/ disposed
off ) shall be part of contract agreement
Disposal Area shall be pre-identified

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 with due consent of local community
prior t o initiate work
Quality of excavated material shall be
assessed before disposal.
Remove extra muck and vegetation
material as soon as possible from site.
Dumping of extra excavated
material/vegetation only in designated
place by engineer of PIU to minimize
impact on environment.
Air pollution control measure like water
sprinkling
Limit hours of operation in populated
areas.
Use of barriers to reduce exposure.
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission equipment generator set s
and pollution free certified vehicles may
be used.
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construction sites.
Water T I Dump solid waste in specified place to Executive PICU C
Pollution minimize contamination of water. Engineer
Discharge waste water at authorized
locations and after treatment.
9 Truck/Traffic Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
and Haulage Pollution sprinkling Engineer
of Machinery Limit hours of operation in populated
handling areas.
Use of barriers to reduce exposure.
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission equipment generator set s
and pollution free certified vehicles may
be used.
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites.
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Landscape T I Carry plantation work on open sites Executive PICU C

Degradation Do not dump waste along settlement or Engineer
access rout e
Frame waste disposal program
Frame quarry & borrow area rehabilitation
program
Develop green belt s along approach
road & work site.
On completion of the works all the
temporary structures may be cleared
away, all rubbish disposed, excreta and
disposal pit s or trenches filled in and
effectively sealed off and the whole site.
10 Transport of Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
materials Pollution sprinkling Engineer
Limit hours of operation in populated
areas
Use of barriers to reduce exposure
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator sets and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construction sites.

Soil Pollution T I Collection and recycling of lubricants. Executive PICU C

Measures to prevent accidental spills. Engineer
Parallel existing linear developments
(e.g. near to roads, power lines, rail lines)
to minimize overall area of disturbance.
Trucks T I Pollution Free certified vehicles to be Executive PICU C
Traffic will allowed Engineer
lead to Air Avoid traffic in populated areas as much
Pollution as possible
Install speed breaker and signage near
settlement.
11 Tree Felling, Landscape T I As far as possible, minimum tree felling Executive PICU C
Vegetation Degradation should be done. Engineer

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 Clearance Carry plantation work on open area.
Do not dump waste along settlement or
access route
Formulate waste disposal program
Develop green belts along approach road
& construction sites.
Landscape T I On completion of the works, all the Executive PICU O
Degradation temporary structures may be cleared Engineer
away, all rubbish disposed, excreta and
disposal pits or trenches filled in and
effectively sealed off the whole site.
Impact on T I Frame conservation plan if any rare and Executive PICU O
Flora & endangered species found in the area. Engineer
Fauna Encourage farming of medicinal plant s
found in the area.
Distribute fruit plant s grown in the
region.
Plantation with native species along
approach road and colony area &
construction sites.
Protection/fencing of planted area,
provision of guard.
Location of camp away from forest area.
Soil Erosion T I Limitation of earth moving to dry periods. Executive PICU O
Protect ion of vulnerable areas with Engineer
mulch.
Protection of drainage channels with
beams, straw or fabric barriers.
Seeding or planting of erodible surfaces
as soon as possible.
Component (iii) (b) :Pipe Fabrication Plant

1 Sitting of Land T I As huge length of pipes are required to Executive PICU L

Plant acquisition be fabricated, a pipe fabrication plant Engineer
need to be established .Since the
location of pipe fabrication plant is not
finalized, it is not possible to quantify the
quantum and ownership of land to be
acquired.
Preferably Govt. land to be taken for pipe
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fabrication plant. If private land is to be

acquired, the actual measurement is to
be taken with the help of Patwari and
proper compensation of land & their crop
to be given to the farmers as per R & R
policy of MP govt.
Other criteria for selection of the site may
include proximity to the site of use,
sensitivity of forests, and proximity to
drinking water sources.
2 Vegetation Landscape T I As far as possible, minimum tree felling Executive PICU C
Clearance Degradation should be done. Engineer
Carry plantation work around the work
area.
Do not dump waste along settlement or
access rout e
Formulate waste disposal program
Develop green belt s along approach
road & construction sites.
Landscape T I On completion of the works, all the Executive PICU O
Degradation temporary structures may be cleared Engineer
away, all rubbish disposed, excreta and
disposal pit s or trenches filled in and
effectively sealed off the whole sit e
Impact on T I Frame conservation plan if any rare and Executive PICU O
Flora & endangered species found in the area. Engineer
Fauna Encourage farming of medicinal plant s
found in the area.
Distribute fruit plants grown in the region.
Plantation with native species along
approach road and colony area &
construction sites.
Protection/fencing of planted area,
provision of guard.
Location of camp away from forest area.
Soil Erosion T I Limitation of earth moving to day periods. Executive PICU O
Protect ion of vulnerable areas with Engineer
mulch.
Protection of drainage channels with
beams, straw or fabric barriers.

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 Seeding or planting of erodible surfaces
as soon as possible.
3 Pipe Health T I Welding may involve exothermic Executive PICU C
welding & hazard hazardous gases leading to health Engineer
fitting. hazard. Workers involved in welding work
may be provided with welder’s
protective eye shields.
RPM of Grinding wheel must be greater
than that of Machine.
Wheel should be well Guarded.
Use of Plug Top for connection.
Earthing should be done for welding
machine.
Good quality IS Grade cable for welding
to be used.
Proper Insulation to the joints.
4 Concrete Crane T I Crane failure may lead to crushing Executive PICU C
Lining Failure between crane & Pipe. Engineer
( Inside pipe Use of sufficient capacity of crane.
line) Use of Tag line to prevent movement of
helper between crane and pipe.
Fitness certificate of crane.
Inspection of Lifting Belts.
Training Program for the worker.
Ensure Safe distance from rotating pipe.
Working area is made totally vacant for
having forward and backward movement
of workmen while doing concrete lining.
Lateral T I Strong Support or stopper is installed to Executive PICU C
Movement of restrict the lateral movement of pipe due Engineer
Pipe while to centrifugal force.
rotating Regular inspection of stopper.
Providing guards for the moving parts.
Display of Signage’s & Posters.
Rotating T I Providing guards for the moving parts. Executive
parts Display of Signage’s & Posters. Engineer
Fire T I Refilling diesel in shut down state of Executive PICU C
Engine. Engineer
Use of Fire Extinguisher with its regular
checkup.
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5 Concrete Bursting of T I Safety Valve and pressure gauge must Executive PICU C
lining Air be in working condition. Engineer
(outside the compressor Regular release of Pressure through
pipe) - valves.
Rotating T I Providing guards for the moving parts. Executive PICU C
parts Display of Signage’s & Posters. Engineer
Crane T I Crane failure may lead to crushing Executive PICU C
Failure. between crane & Pipe Use of sufficient Engineer
capacity of crane.
Use of Tag line to prevent movement of
helper between crane and pipe.
Fitness certificate of crane.
Inspection of Lifting Belts.
Training Program
Ensure Safe distance from rotating pipe.
Working area is made totally vacant for
having forward and backward movement
of workmen while doing finishing work.
Failure of T I Use of good Quality hose. Executive PICU C
hose & hose Use of clamps at joints. Engineer
joints due to Releasing the air at regular intervals.
choking
6 Pipe Rolling off T I To avoid Rolling of pipes which may hit Executive PICU C
Storage pipes workers packing should be provided after Engineer
every pipe.
Only Skilled labors will work at that time.
Continuous supervision is required.
7 Pipe Vehicle T I Fastening with Ratchet type tie down may Executive PICU C
Handling Incidents sling. Engineer
Grove or packing for placing of pipe to
avoid rolling down.
Authorized driver only for driving the
vehicle.
Helper for providing signal (attendant) for
carrying to & from moment of vehicle.
Prevention T I Safe Clearance is ensured otherwise shut Executive PICU C
from down of electrical lines or through Engineer
Overhead tandem lifting by use of New Generation
Electrical Hydra.
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 responsible supervision.
Display of Warning sign.
Use of FRP/ Bamboo ladder in the area
Pipes rolling T I Packing should be provided. Executive PICU C
off Engineer
8 Installation Leakages & T I Proper jointing and installation of valves Executive PICU C
of valves rupture in to avoid any leakages. Engineer
pipes, valves

9 Sitting of Worker /local T I The construction campsites shall be Executive PICU C

Labour People located away from any local human Engineer
Camps Exposure settlement
Provide safety measures (mask, gloves,
hat et c) to minimize exposure.
Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals.
Organize awareness programs on
environment al resource management.
Organize Health camps
Child labour must be strictly prohibited
Provide signage near work sites
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure.
The work and campsites shall have
suitable facilities for handling any
emergency
situation like fire, explosion, etc
Impact on T I Routine medical checkup of Field staff Executive PICU C
human and labors. Engineer
health Provision of pot able drinking water at
(Labor site.
Camps) Provision of proper sewage and waste
disposal system. Sanitation facilities
have t o be provided at the camp sites.
Awareness program on HIV Aids and
other communicable disease may be
provided t o t he work force.
First aid facilities t o be provided at t he
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construct ion camps. Any case of disease

outbreak may be immediately subjected
to medical treatment. Mosquito repellent
to be provided to t he labors such as
odomas, coil and sprays. The camps
may maintain cleanliness and hygienic
condition.
Proper ventilation may be provided in
labour camps
To avoid tree cutting
Community kitchen to be provided in the
labour camps
Sufficient fuel LPG t o be provided to the
camp.
Head phones, ear plugs to be provided to
the workers at construct ion sits e.
All workers employed on mixing of
asphaltic material, cement, lime mortars,
concrete et c. may be provided with
protective foot wear and protective
goggles. Workers involved in welding
work may be provided with welder’s
protective eye shields
Adequate precaution shall be taken to
prevent danger from electrical
equipments.
10 Heavy Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
machinery Pollution sprinkling Engineer
Limit hours of operation in populated
areas
Use of barriers to reduce exposure
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator set s and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites.
Worker /local T I Provide safety measures (mask, gloves, Executive PICU C

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 People hat et c) to minimize exposure Engineer
Exposure Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals
Organize awareness programs on
environment and resource management
Organize Health camps
Child labour must be strictly prohibited
Provide signage near work sites
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure.
11 Transporting Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
& Pollution sprinkling Engineer
handling Limit hours of operation in populated
spool pieces areas
Use of barriers to reduce exposure
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator sets and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used.
Avoid traffic in populated areas as much
as possible
Install speed breaker and signage near
settlements
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construction sites.
Soil Pollution T I Collection and recycling of lubricants soil Executive PICU C
conservation can be achieved by the Engineer
proper selection of diameter of pipeline,
season of construction, type of
trenching/pipe installation, equipment to
be used
Measures to prevent accidental spills
Parallel existing linear developments
(e.g. near to roads, trails, cut lines,
seismic lines, power lines, rail lines) to
minimize overall area of disturbance
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Component (iii) (b): Supporting facilities

1 Plant area & Change in P M Avoid farming season wherever possible Executive PICU D
Route the surface for the project activities, Engineer
survey for features and Ensure existing irrigation facilities are
transmission present maintained in working condition,
line aesthetics
2 Erection of Disturbance T I Since project is in preliminary stage, Executive PICU C
transmission to wildlife & Alignment of transmission line is not Engineer
towers human fixed; it is not possible to estimate
habitation quantity and ownership of land to be
acquired. Following criteria should be
followed for erection of transmission
towers.
Shortest possible length and favorable
ground profile must be selected.
Minimize passage through human
habitations.
Proposed route of transmission line
should not affect any public utility
services like play rounds, schools, other
similar establishments etc.
Minimizing number of crossing of major
rivers / railway lines, national and state
highways, overhead extra high voltage
(EHV) power line, number of angle points
and communication lines.
Avoidance of rocky stretches and areas
reserved for planned and future
development.
Sufficient shifting of angle points within
100 m. radius during construction must
be considered.
Routing is kept away from large
habitations, densely populated areas,
animal / bird sanctuaries and
hydrocarbon pipelines to the extent
possible.
The surface soil should be restored to
normal slope after tower erection.
Top soil which is removed during

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 construction from the cultivated lands
must be stored separately for future
utilization of cultivated lands near tower
leg locations.
Soil erosion. T I Due to clearing of vegetation in the Row Executive PICU C
and access roads may lead to soil Engineer
erosion. To mitigate this impact, following
measures may be followed:
Avoiding sites, which are prone to soil
erosion.
Leveling of tower construction sites.
Rehabilitation and stabilization of
disturbed land.
Worker T I Organize awareness programmes Executive PICU C
local relevant to personal safety of the workers Engineer
People and general public in the area.
Exposure Installation of warning signs to particular
locations such as transverse points of
local road network by transmission lines.
Provide protective safety belts, footwear,
helmets, goggles, eye-shields and clothes
to workers depending on their duty.
Arrangement of proper first aid unit and
transport facilities to take injured people
to the hospitals.
Fires, T I Use of personal protective equipment Executive PICU O
explosion during operation and maintenance. Engineer
and other By lopping and chopping of trees fire
accidents at hazards will be minimized during
the route maintenance period. Regular inspection
alignment of of lines for faults prone to accidents.
transmission
Line
3 Excavation Air / Noise T I Air pollution control measure like water Executive PICU C
for Pollution sprinkling. Engineer
construction Limit hours of operation in populated
of Grid sub areas.
stations Use of barriers to reduce exposure.
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
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dust.
Low emission construction equipment
generator sets and pollution free certified
vehicles may be used.
Contractor shall equip their heavy
construction equipment and plants with
exhaust silencers to limit the engine noise
not to exceed 75 db (compacters/rollers,
loaders and cranes) and regularly
maintain all construction vehicles and
machinery that should meet the national
Emission Standards.
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites
Water T I Dump solid waste in specified place to Executive PICU C
Pollution minimize contamination of water. Engineer
Discharge waste water at designated
locations and after treatment after
consultation with the PIU.
Soil Pollution T I Mixing of top soil/sub soil causes dilution Executive PICU C
of organic material. & nutrients in top soil. Engineer
To mitigate this impact, following
measures can be taken.
Proper treatment of clearing and filling
areas against flow acceleration.
Contractors shall restrict cut and fill
operation around sharp/deep slope areas.
Piling activities will preferably be done in
non-rainy season, as the piled materials
will spread all over the area and
contaminate close by water bodies.
Protect /preserve topsoil and reinstate
after construction is completed,
Repair /reinstate damaged bunds etc.
after construction is completed, and
Compensation for temporary loss in
agricultural production
Waste oil should be collected properly
and disposed to the approved location.
Electric T I This may lead to death or injury to the Executive PICU O

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 shock workers and public in the area. This can Engineer
be minimized or avoided by providing
security fences around sub-station,
establishment of warning signs, and
careful design using appropriate
technologies to minimize hazards
Biological T I Strict attention on worker force regarding Executive PICU C
threat disturbance to surrounding habitats, flora Engineer
and fauna including hunting of animals
and fishing in water bodies.
Vegetation areas are avoided wherever
possible.
Fencing should be carried out around the
sub-station area
4 Waste Air/Noise T I The solid waste generation will be at the Executive PICU C
disposal Pollution location of the tower erection site which Engineer
will include metal scraps, wooden packing
material etc. Wooden waste and metal
scrap will be collected and disposed of in
compliance with applicable regulations
and rules.
To mitigate this impact a disposal plan
with quantum (generated/ utilized/
disposed off ) shall be part of contract
agreement
Dumping of solid waste/vegetation in
designated place with the consent of
engineer of PIU to minimize impact on
environment.
Air pollution control measure like water
sprinkling.
Plants, machinery and equipment may be
handled so as to minimize generation of
dust.
Low emission equipment generator set s
and pollution free certified vehicles may
be used.
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construct ion sites.
Noise T I Contractor shall equip their heavy Executive PICU O
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pollution construction equipment and plants with Engineer

exhaust silencers to limit the engine noise
not to exceed 75 db (compacters/rollers,
loaders and cranes) and regularly
maintain all construction vehicles and
machinery that should meet the national
Emission Standards.
Contractor shall preferably limit working
time for activities that create noise.
Soil pollution T I Preparation of Disposal Management Executive PICU C
Plan for the project and selection of the Engineer
disposal site by excluding locations,
which are closer to residential,
commercial and public sensitive areas, is
necessary by the contractor. Prior
approval should be obtained for such
dumping grounds / land fill sites from
relevant local authorities.
5 Transport of Damage to T I Transformers, tower material, sub-station Executive PICU C
materials Road equipment, iron bars, concrete materials, Engineer
network piling equipment, etc. will be transported
through the local road network to the
project site.
Transporting of large quantities of
materials using heavy vehicles could
exceed the carrying capacity of the road.
This would lead to physical damages to
local road network.
Thus it will be necessary to obtain
consent from Public Works Department
(PWD) or national highway Authority to
use local/national highway roads prior to
transportation.
Also contractor should properly maintain
all road sections, which will be utilized for
the construction related activities.
Water T I All construction vehicles and equipment Executive PICU C
pollution should be maintained in proper conditions Engineer
(Surface and without any leakages, Contractors shall
ground use silt traps and erosion control

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 water) measures where the construction is
carried out in close proximity to the water
bodies to avoid entering of cement
particles, rock, rubbles and waste water
to the surrounding water bodies,
Construction activities requiring digging
should be preferably done in the dry
season,
6 Sitting of Worker T I The construction campsites shall be Executive PICU C
Labour local located away from any local human Engineer
Camps People settlement
Exposure areas and preferably located on lands,
which are barren/waste lands.
Provide safety measures (mask, gloves,
hat et c) to minimize exposure.
Provide sirens in vehicles to avoid any
collision with human/animals.
Child labour must be strictly
prohibited.
Provide signage near work sites.
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure
Avoid entering of construction waste
(cement particles, rock, rubbles and
waste water) and sanitary waste to the
surrounding water bodies.
The work and campsites shall have
suitable facilities for handling any
emergency situation like fire, explosion,
etc.
Impact on T I Organize awareness programme relevant Executive PICU C
human health to personal safety of the workers and Engineer
general public in the area;
Installation of warning signs to particular
locations such as transverse points of
local road network by transmission lines
Provide protective safety belts, footwear,
helmets, goggles, eye-shields and clothes
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to workers depending on their duty

Arrangement of proper first aid unit and
transport facilities to take injured people
to the hospitals.

Component (iv) :Access & service roads for all project facilities
1 Alignment of Land P M Since the alignment of service road is not Executive PICU L
road Acquisition finalized, it is not possible to quantify the Engineer
quantum and ownership of land to be
acquired. Preferably Govt land to be
taken for construction of road. If private
land is to be acquired, the actual
measurement is to be taken with the help
of Patwari and proper compensation of
land & their crop to be given to the
farmers as per R & R policy of MP govt. A
separate detail R & R plan is being
formulated for the same. Following
mitigation measures to be followed :
To minimize the road length by identify
existing road that are required to be
reinstated.
Consult with local people to finalize the
alignment especially to avoid landslide
area, to decide location for culverts and
other drainage structures.
Avoid excessive cut and fill and road
should be aligned to follow natural
topography.
In flood prone region/areas, refer to
hydrological data to finalize provision for
culvert drainage structures especially for
alignment that intersects/crosses ground
and Surface water flow.
Avoid or minimize tree felling, acquisition
of agricultural land, shifting of
shrines/temples, disturbance to
community ponds, community resources,
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 through evolving alternate alignment
options.
2 Clearing of Soil erosion T I Removal of trees and green cover Executive PICU D
vegetation vegetation should be minimized during Engineer
preparation of access road and other
facilities.
Re-plantation of around the roads.
Change in T I Tree planting operations shall be Executive PICU C
the surface commenced immediately after Engineer
features and completion of embankment compaction.
present Tree plantation along the road shall be
aesthetics undertaken as per permit conditions
issued by the Department of Forests,
prior to tree felling.
The species shall be suitable for local
climate and available. The concerned
District Forest Officer can be consulted
for selection of species and technical
guidance, if required.
Proper care shall be taken to increase
survival rate of saplings like regular
watering, pruning, provision of tree
guards, manure for better nourishment,
etc. including timely
3 Earthwork Soil erosion T I Erosion control and slope stabilization Executive PICU C
and slope measures shall be provided such as: (a) Engineer
stability side ditches and berms, rock lining and
slope walls along the road, where
appropriate. (b) proper drainage system
(c) shrub buffer strips sites in areas of
high erosion risk (d) cross drainage to
accommodate floodwater/run-off in case
roads are on elevated fills that will
obstruct natural
Drainage.
On sections with filling and cutting, the
slopes will be protected by mild slope
and planted with appropriate vegetation.
Preparation of Disposal Management
Plan for the road and selection of the
 Initial Environmental Examination
Kundalia Irrigation Project (KIP)

disposal site by excluding locations,

which are closer to residential,
commercial and public sensitive areas,
Prior approval should be obtained for
such dumping grounds / land fill sites
from PIU.

Air pollution T I Construction equipment should be Executive PICU C

maintained to a good standard. Engineer
Machinery causing excessive pollution
(e.g., visible smoke) must be banned
from construction sites.
All construction equipment and vehicles
shall have valid certifications indicating
compliance to vehicle emission
standards.
Necessary environmental clearance shall
be obtained prior to establishment and
operation of asphalt mixing plants, if
necessary.
Air quality monitoring may be conducted
at construction sites.
Noise T I Locate high vibration generation sources Executive PICU C
pollution over 50m from residential sites and other Engineer
structures.
Regularly maintain and repair
construction machinery and vehicles to
keep these in good condition.
Impose speed limits on construction
vehicles to minimize noise emission
along areas where sensitive receptors
are located (houses, schools, hospitals,
etc.).
Install noise control walls (3.0- 4.5m
high, thick materials) at high noise
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Provide workers near sources of loud
noise with protection devices such as ear
plugs.
4 Sitting of Worker/local T I Provide safety measures (mask, gloves, Executive PICU C
Labor People hat et c) to minimize exposure. Engineer
Camps Exposure Provide sirens in vehicles to
avoid any collision with human/animals.
Child labour must be strictly
prohibited.
Provide signage near work sites.
Locate handling sites away from
populated areas
Follow proper operation and handling
measures to minimize exposure
The work and campsites shall have
suitable facilities for handling any
emergency situation like fire, explosion,
etc.
Impact on T I Organize awareness programme Executive PICU C
human health relevant to personal safety of the Engineer
workers and general public in the area;
Installation of warning signs to particular
locations such as transverse points of
local road network by transmission lines
Provide protective safety belts, footwear,
helmets, goggles, eye-shields and
clothes to workers depending on their
duty
Arrangement of proper first aid unit and
transport facilities to take injured people
to the hospitals.
4 Extraction of Loss of topsoil T I Necessary environmental Executive PICU C
material and approval/permit prior to operation of Engineer
from quarry disfigurement quarry and borrow areas.
and of landscape, Priority must be given to the use of
borrow sites dust and air existing quarry and borrow sites, if they
pollution, are available and suitable.
health and Borrow/quarry sites shall not be located
safety risks in productive land and forested areas.
 Initial Environmental Examination
Kundalia Irrigation Project (KIP)

Quarry and borrow sites must be

selected amongst those offering the
highest ratio between extractive capacity
(both in terms of quality) and loss of
natural state.
Quarry and borrow sites lying close to
the alignment, with a high level of
accessibility and with a low hill gradient,
are referred.
During quarry/borrow site operation;
provide adequate drainage to avoid
accumulation of stagnant water.
5 Equipment/ Air pollution T I All diesels run equipment/vehicles/ Executive PICU C
vehicles deployed for construction activities shall Engineer
deployed for be regularly maintained for smooth
Construction operation, a measure contributing to air
works quality and noise.
Vehicles/equipment shall be periodically
subjected for emission tests and shall
have valid pollution under control
certificates. Revalidation of certificates
shall be done once in 3 months.
All vehicles deployed for material
movement shall be spill proof to the
extent possible. In any case, all material
movement routes shall be inspected
daily twice to clear off any accidental
spills.
6 Waste Air/Soil/Water T I All construction waste shall be disposed Executive PICU C
disposal & pollution in approved areas. Local district Engineer
Clean up of authorities shall be consulted to
construction determine disposal site and implement
site any conditions imposed while issuing
permits.
All operational areas under road
construction works like work sites,
office/storage area, work force camps,
and borrow areas, shall be cleaned up
and restored to its previous state soon
after operations are complete.

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(cement particles, rock, rubbles and
waste water) and sanitary waste to the
surrounding water bodies.
Note:- C- Construction, D-Design, O-Operation, T-Temporary, P-Permanent, S- Significant, I-Insignificant, M-Moderate.
 Annexure 4: The Kundaliya Major Multipurpose Project as the Associated Facility
A. Introduction

1. The Kundaliya Major Multipurpose Project (KMMP) of the State Government of Madya
Pradesh is located in the lower Chambal basin. The KMMP involves construction of composite
2,755 meter earthen dam and 345 concrete on river Kalisind, near balaheda village of Zirapur
tehsil, Rajgarh district. The maximum height of earthen dam is 32.001 meter and the maximum
height of concrete dam is 55.50 meter. The dam will support its reservoir with gross storage
capacity 582.75 Million cubic meter (MCM), which will be used to irrigate 125,000 ha of
cultivable command area (CCA) with initial coverage 58,000 ha CCA, and to provide 100 million
cubic meters (MCM) domestic and industrial water for neighboring villages in Rajgarh District.
The dam and reservoir require 7,610.27 ha of which 680.27 ha forest land, 2,338 ha revenue
land, and 4,592 ha private land.

2. As the dam is located on the Kalisidh River, the source of the water will come from this
river and its tributaries such Alu, Parwan, Chauli, Rewam, Piplaud, Kanthal and Lakhundar.
Along the river, there is not many good site for construction of major or medium storage as the
river mostly run through plains areas. Therefore, the solution lies in the construction dam in this
selected site, which most suitable for creating sizeable reservoir.

3. Since there is no protected area involved, the KMMP does not need a clearance from
the National Board of Wildlife but require only environmental clearance from the Ministry of
Environment forest and Climate Change (MOEFCC). The MOEFCC clearance for KMMP
including irrigation works for 58,000 ha CCA was granted on 14 January 2015. The Government
of MP has been started with KMMP since 2015. Due to the availability of funding, the MP
government has independently constructed dam and its reservoir with its supporting facilities
such as training wall, head sluice under sluice, and left, the construction of irrigation network.
The proposed ADB funded project, Madya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency Improvement Project
(MPIEIP), will cover only the construction of Kundaliya irrigation network to cover 125,000 ha of
CCA. With the overview in paragraph 1 above and based on the ADB SPS 2009, the dam
reservoir water will be the main source of the irrigation network, and therefore the KIP
exclusively will depend on the KMMP. This situation has caused that the KMMP dam and its
reservoir falls in to category of associated facility for this proposed MPIEIP. The ADB funded
project will depend exclusively on the output of the KMMP dam and reservoir, to successfully
provide irrigation water for 125,000 ha CCA.

4. Since the KMMP is treated as the associated facility for KIP under the MPIEIP, the
environment due diligence was undertaken with the main objective to identify risks that may
affect the successful operation of KIP; and to ensure that any risk related with KMMP to the KIP
will be appropriately addressed. The Due diligence was carried by visiting KMMP project and
interviewing contractor as well as reviewing environmental document related with KMMP, which
include: (i) The EIA and EMP of KMMP that have been approved by MOEFCC; (ii)
Environmental Clearance letter with its conditions, and other (iii) published article from various
sources.

B. Findings

5. The dam and its reservoir of KMMP located is in river Kalisindh, the lower Chambal sub
basin, which ultimately is part of Yamuna sub basin. The Kalisidh River is joined by another

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major tributary river Newaj and finally meets river Chambal. Despite very good availability water
in the natural stream due to good rainfall average 9,000 mm/year, no significant projects utilizing
this river, except some minor construction some small anicut for irrigation scheme and for
drinking water.

6. The size of KMMP project areas 7,610 ha of which 74,76 will be submerged areas.
Aside private land and government revenue land, there is 680 ha forest land. However, there is
no protected areas other areas with significant ecological function involved. The inventory of
flora fauna also indicated that most species in the KMMP areas are categorized as least
concern category of IUCN. For the avifauna, the KMMP areas is also dominated y resident
species and only few migratory species. While for the aquatic ecology, fish species is also
dominated by least concern category species of IUCN.

7. The important aspect of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report: (i)
Screening for categorization was carried out; (ii) the TOR for preparing EIA study was cleared
by the MOEFCC; (iii) significant ecological data as baseline environmental conditions that was
collected from two seasons winter and summer. (iv) socio-economic data was not only from the
secondary resources, but also from the survey result with door to door survey by meeting
affected people; (v) the prediction of impacts consider all project activities included in the project
design; (vi) public hearing was carried out with wide invitation posted in the newspaper; and (vii)
the EMP was prepared to guide the implementation of mitigation plan and Monitoring plan was
also prepared.

8. The environmental clearance granting by the MOEFCC included conditions that

basically reinforce the implementation of environmental management plan and monitoring plan.
The visit to the KMMP project site and discussion with the contractor found that contractor: (i)
aware about the environmental clearance conditions and possessed the copy of environmental
clearance aside the complete EIA report; (ii) equipped with adequate resources to implement
require mitigation measures and EMP during the construction; (iii) obtained clearances from
Madya Pradesh Pollution Board (MPPB) for all activities that required permit from MPPB (iv)
provide its worker with personal health and safety equipment, the worker camp is cleaned, with
very standard sanitation facility, and (v) keep the record related with implementation EMP as
well as in addressing environmental concerns associated with construction

9. While the MPWD has dedicated staff (engineer) who responsible to supervise and
implement EMP and has also dedicated staff to implement R and R plan.

C. Summary of Potential Impacts of the Associated Facility and Its Management Plan

10. The EIA and the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) were prepared for KMMP as
the project fall under the category of project that should obtain an environmental clearance from
the MOEFCC. The TOR for EIA which include the social impact assessment was approved by
MOEFCC. The EIA covers not only the assessment of impacts but also the EMP. The public
consultation was carried out as part of the preparation of the EIA.

1. Loss of Land

11. Total land required for the project is 7610.27 ha. (680.27 ha forest land, 2338 ha
revenue land,4592 ha private land). Based on the ownership status of the land to be acquired,
appropriate compensatory measures have been formulated. The total forest area to be acquired
is 680.27 ha but there is no wildlife sanctuary, national park or other biodiversity significant
areas involved or submerged.

12. The Indian Forest Conservation Act (1980) stipulates:

If non-forest land is not available, compensatory plantation are to be established

On degraded forest lands, which must be twice the forest area affected or lost.
If non- forest land is available, compensatory forest are to be raised over an area
Equivalent to the forest area affected or lost.

13. The afforestation is being carried out in the non forest land in equal area i.e. 680.27 ha
by the Forest Department. For private land, the Resettlement and Rehabilitation (R & R) plan
was prepared is being implemented by the WRD department.

2. Impact on biodiversity

14. There is no protected areas such as wildlife sanctuaries, national park or other areas
with significant biodiversity are located in the project areas, however, adverse impacts are
anticipated on natural terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems as a result of the changing from
terrestrial type ecosystem into the aquatic ecosystem due to submergence of areas for
reservoir. It is fortunate that there is no endanger species of fauna and flora in the affected
areas. Therefore, in view of the foreseen disturbance and degradation of natural ecosystems,
the Biodiversity Conservation and Management plan for the KMMP that approved by the
MoEFCC covers: (i) forest protection plan to compensate the loss of 680 ha forest land with
afforestation as also indicated in the Forest Clearance that was granted on September 2015, (ii)
improve habitat of avi-fauna, and (iii) habitat improvement. This plan is is now being
implemented.

3. Impact on Fisheries:

15. The KMMP may have adverse or beneficial effects on the fish fauna as well as people,
depending upon the particular situation where the fish inhabitating the concerned river. There
will be impacts on the people, and the livelihood of which depends on the fish. The construction
of the dam mayl lead to fragmentation of habitat, modification in hydrologic regime and may
have adverse effects on the indigenous and migratory fish. To minimize these impacts, the
fisheries management plan was prepared and approved also by MOEFCC as part of the EIA
document. The Fisheries Management Plan covers the following: (i) Ensure the water
availability by releasing water as environmental/ecological flow. It is recommended torelease of
minimum flow 22%, which is around 136.96 Mm3 of net water available (601 Mm3) from
Kundalia dam to maintain the downstream requirement. (ii) Sustenance and enhancement of
fisheries potential by managing habitat and maintain fish stock density, and (iii) enhance fishing
as livelihood.

4. Impact on Human health:

16. The aggregation of large number of workers in the project area during the construction
phase is likely to put considerable stress on the prevailing biotic and abiotic environment of the
area. The stress could be on account of increased water demand, sewage and solid waste
generation, solid waste generation, fuel wood requirements etc. This impact could be managed
by, making it made mandatory for the contractor involved in the construction activities to provide

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adequate facilities for water supply and sanitation for the workers.

5. Stress on Public Health Delivery System

17. The aggregation of large number of workers in the project area during the construction
phase is likely to put considerable stress on health delivery system in the area. The prevalent
diseases in the project area include gastro-enteritis, malaria, etc. Water pollution problems are
also not likely as the study area is devoid of industries. In addition, the local population is
suffering on account of in gestation of water with high fluoride. The anti-malarial operations can
be coordinated by various Primary Health Centres in the command area villages and various
district hospitals located within the command area. Necessary provisions have been given to
maintain & strengthen the health delivery system of the project area.

6. Impact on Landscape and Aesthetics of Environment

18. During Construction phase, about 3 million meter cube of material would extracted from
Quarry and burrow area. The quarry operation would degrade the landscape . The landscape
and restoration plan, to be implemented, will provide benefits to improve beautification and its
utility. In addition to that, It is proposed to develop greenbelt around the periphery of various
project appurtenances, selected stretches along reservoir periphery.

7. Impact on water, air and Noise:

19. During project construction phase, Water is polluted due to sewage generated from
various labour camps. The effluent will be treated before disposal. Settling tanks of appropriate
size for treatment of effluent from various crushers will be provided. Fuel combustion in various
construction equipment, e.g. crushers, drillers, rock bolters, diesel generating vehicles lead to
air pollution. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining properly functioning construction
equipment to minimize exhaust. Monitoring of noise levels will be conducted during the
construction phase of the project. The construction equipment will be required to use available
noise suppression devices and properly maintained mufflers.

D. Compliance of Environmental Clearance

20. The Expert Appraisal Committee after due consideration of the relevant documents
submitted by the project proponent and clarification furnished in response to its observations,
have recommended grant of Environmental Clearance to the project Accordingly , the ministry
of Environment and forests hereby accords necessary environmental clearance to be above
project as per the provisions of Environment Impact assessment Notification 2006 and its
subsequent amendment in 2009, subject to compliance of following conditions :

S. No. Condition Status as of July 2017

(i) Catchment Area Treatment (CAT) Plan as proposed in the CAT plan is being
revised EMP report. Shall be strictly implemented in implemented by Forest
consultation with Madhya Pradesh State Forest Department. department.
Major works shall be completed before impounding of
reservoir. The financial allocation of Rs 31.205 Crores for CAT
Plan implementation shall be fully utilized and not to be
diverted for any other purpose.
(ii) The project proponent has to prepare the R&R benefits & R & R plan is being
PLAN for PAFs as per the “Right To Fair Compensation and implemented by MPWRD.
 Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and
Resettlement Act, 2013” which has come into effect since
January, 2014.
(iii) For the land losing households will be as the National being implemented
Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy 2007 or as per the
State Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, whichever is
more beneficial to project affected families (PAFs). Adequate
publicity of the compensation package of National
Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy (NRRP) 2007 Shall be
given in the affected villages. All R&R issues shall be
completed before commissioning of the project. In case last
Act of 2014 is applicable; the same Act is to be followed.
(iv) The implementation of R&R shall be closely monitored and is being implemented
to be ensured that all project affected families (PAFs) get
adequate & timely compensation before commissioning of the
project.
(v) A Monitoring Committee for R & R shall be constituted which Committee has been
must include representatives of project affected persons constituted
including from SC/ST community and at least a woman
beneficiary.
(vi) All the commitment made during the public hearing shall be being implemented
fulfilled completely by the state Government in letter and spirit. especially related with
recruitment of affected
people in the construction
works
(vii) The equipment likely to generate high noise levels during the Has been include into the
construction period or otherwise shall meet the ambient noise contractor’s contract
level standards as notified under the noise Pollution agreement.
Madya Pradesh Pollution
(Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 as amended in 2010 Board issued the approval
under the Environment Protection Act (EPA), 1986.

(viii) Conjunctive use of surface water shall be planned to check Will be monitored during the
water logging as well as to increase productivity.

(ix) Water User Association/s (WUAs) Co- operative shall be Shall be constituted
formed and involvement of the whole community for
disciplined use of available waters shall be ensured.

(x) The On farm Development (OFD) works shall be completed To be followed

and WUAs (Water User Associations) shall be made functional
before commencement of irrigation.

(xi) The proposed green belt development around various project Being implemented by
appurtenances, colony & along the road sides in 2-3 rows with Forest department.
ornamental plants in consultation with State Forest
Department shall be strictly adhered to. The green belt
development shall be taken along with the construction of dam
so that the rim is stabilized at the time of impounding.

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Allocated grant of Rs. 30.00 lakhs be fully utilized and not to

be diverted for any other purpose.
(xii) The fishery conservation and management plan as proposed To be implemented by
in the EMP submitted to Ministry shall be implemented Fishery department after
completely with the fisheries department, Government of filling reservoir
Madhya Pradesh. The submergence area of 7476 ha should
be utilized for Pisci- culture/fishery Development and the fish
hatchery existing in nearby area should also be utilized for
hatching development. A budget of Rs.8.69 Crores provided
for fishery conservation and management plan should not be
diverted for any other purpose.

(xiii) Occurrence of stagnant pools/slow moving water channels Contractor has installed
during construction and operation of the project providing pumping to ensure water will
breeding source for vector mosquitoes and other parasites. not stagnate, and the worker
The river should be properly channelized so that no small camp is being maintained
pools and puddles are allowed to be formed. Even after taking clean
precaution, due to unforeseen situations, breeding of mosquito
and resultant malaria borne diseases can increase. If such a
situations arises, it will be responsibility of the project
authorities to take all steps i.e. residual insecticidal spray in all
the project area and surrounding 3 km. Area keeping the
flight range of mosquitoes in consideration.

(xiv) The proposed Compensatory Afforestation in 680 ha of area Compensatory afforestation

should be taken- up with State Forest Department. Biodiversity is being carried out in the
Conservation & Management Plan should be implemented non forest land in equal area
with State Forest Department. Allocated grant of Rs. 78.20 i.e. 680.27 ha by the Forest
Crores for this Purpose Shall be fully utilized and not to be Department
diverted for any other purpose.

(xv) Environment flow is to be released as per extant norms i.e. Will be taken care after
20% during lean season 25 % during non – lean/nom- completion of dam and its
monsoon season and 30% during monsoon season for reservoir
downstream users. Six monthly results shall be submitted to
the Regional Office of the Ministry and State Pollution Control
Board (SPCB).

(xvi) Longitudinal connectivity ensuring hydraulic compatibility at Was taken into account by
bed level is to be provided to ensure non-disruptive biota the design engineering for
movement and sediment transportation. For this necessary dam construction.
feature, may be incorporated in design of dam.
(xvii) E-flow release should be unregulated and the system is to be To be followed
equipped with censor/suitable devise for facilitating real time
monitoring
(xviii) Any other clearance from any other organization/department if Contractor has obtained
required should be obtained. clearance as per project
requirement
Part-B: General Conditions
(i) Adequate arrangements for providing free fuel like Has been implemented and
 kerosene/wood/LPG shall be made at the project cost for the included as part of the
labour engaged in the construction work so that indiscriminate contractor’s contract
felling of trees is prevented. agreement.
(ii) Medical facilities as well as recreational facilities shall also be has been provided by
provided to the laborers. contractor
(iii) The laborers to be engaged for construction works shall be Has been implemented by
thoroughly examined by health personnel and adequately contractor.
treated before issuing them work permit.
(iv) Water sprinkling arrangements shall be made to suppress the Has been implemented as
fugitive emissions. part of mitigation measures
(v) Potable drinking water and proper sanitary facilities shall be has been provided by
provided for the labour force. contractor
(vi) Restoration of construction area including dumping sites of To be restored by the
excavated materials shall be ensured by levelling, filling up of contractor and its sub-
borrow pits, landscaping etc. The area should be properly contractor after completion
treated with suitable plantation. of the work, and will be
check by MPWD responsible
for the project
(vii) Environment parameters shall be monitored and six monthly monitoring report has yet to
monitoring reports shall be submitted to the concerned be disclosed through
Regional Office of the Ministry and to Ministry of Environment regional office MOEFCC
and Forests, New Delhi for their review. websiteffice.
(viii) The project proponent shall provide full co-operation and all being implemented and on
required documents/ data to the Officials from concerned going
Regional Office of the Ministry who would be monitoring the
implementation of environmental safeguards.
(ix) The responsibility of implementation of environmental MPWRD has allocated team
safeguards rests fully with the M/s Water Resources of engineers responsible for
Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh and managing environment and
Government of Madhya Pradesh. implementing R&R
(x) The livelihood plan to be prepared, if found necessary in Will be prepared and
consultation with concerned state government departments. implemented by MPWRD
The Government of Madhya Pradesh should submit
compliance on this component & also while submitting six
monthly compliance reports.
(xi) Besides the above stated conditions, the Project Proponent MPWRD is responsible
shall also implement all other environmental safeguards, as
proposed in the EIA/EMP report and other reports from time to
time. The Government of Madhya Pradesh may also like to
monitor implementation of EMP at regular intervals
(xii) The environmental Management Plan (EMP) shall be strictly being implemented
adhered to and a sum of Rs. 596 Crores, the budgetary
provisions for implementation of EMP shall be fully utilized and
not to be diverted for any other purpose. In case of revision of
the project cost due to price level change, the cost of EMP
shall also be updated proportionately.
(xiii) In case of change in the scope of the project, the same shall Will be followed
be intimated to the Ministry and fresh approval, if required,
shall be taken from the Ministry.
(xiv) The Ministry reserves the right to add additional safeguard MPWRD safeguard team
measures subsequently, if found necessary and to take action

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including revoking of the clearance under the provisions of the

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, to ensure effective
implementation of the suggested safeguard measure in a time-
bound and satisfactory manner.
(xv) This clearance letter is valid for a period of 10 years from the being implemented and still
date of issue of this letter for commissioning of the project. valid
(xvi) A copy of the clearance letter shall be marked to concerned Letter has been given to the
Panchayat/ Zila Parishad / Municipal Corporation, Urban local all concerned dept/local
body and local NGO, if any from whom any suggestion/ authority
representation were received while processing the proposal.
The clearance letter shall also be put on website by the project
proponent.
(xvii) State Pollution Control Board/ Committee shall display a copy Compliance has been made
of the clearance letter at the Regional Office, District Industries
Centre and Collector’s/ Tehsildar’s Office for 30 days.
(xviii) The project proponent should advertise at least in two local Has been advertised
newspapers widely circulated in the region around the project,
one of which shall be in vernacular language of the locality
concerned informing that the project has been accorded
environmental clearance and copies of clearance letters are
available with the State Pollution Control Board / Committee
and may also be seen at Website of the Ministry of
Environment and Forest at http://www.moef.nic.in
(xix) After 5 years of the commissioning of the Project, a study shall To be followed
be undertaken regarding impact of the project on the
environment and downstream ecology. The study shall be
undertaken by an independent agency decided in consultation
with the Ministry.
(xx) The project proponent shall also submit six monthly reports on Being submitted
the status of compliance of stipulated EC conditions including
the result of monitored data (both in hard copies as well as by
email) including the respective Regional Office of MOEF and
Zonal Office of CPCB and SPCB.
(xxi) Any appeal against this environmental clearance shall lie with No grievance /complaint
the National Green Tribunal, if preferred, within a period of 30 submitted by the affected
days from the date of issue, as prescribed under eSection-10 people
of the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.

E. Compliance of Forest clearance

21. Under section 2 of the Forest conservation Act,1980, 680.27 ha of forest land (405.00 ha
in Shahjapur Forest Division and 275.27 ha in Rajgarh Forest Division) has been diverted in
favor of Water Resource Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh with some conditions for
execution of Kundalia Multipurpose project in Shahjapur and Rajgarh districts. The status of
compliance of these conditions is given below:

S. No. Condition Status

i Legal status of the diverted forest land shall remain being implemented
unchanged
ii Compensatory afforestation over the non-forest land, equal The afforestation is being
in extent to the forest land being diverted shall be raised carried out by the forest
and maintained by the State Forest Department from the deptt.
funds already provided by the User Agency.
iii Non forest land which is transferred and mutated in favour Non forest land has been
of the State Forest Department for the purpose of transferred to Forest
S. No. Condition Status
compensatory afforestation, shall be declared as Reserved Department.
Forest under Section-4 or Protected Forest under Section -
29 of the Indian Forest Act. 1927 or under the relevant
Section(s) of the local Forest Act. The Nodal Officer must
report compliance within a period of six (6) months from the
date of grant of stage-II approval under the Forest
(Conservation) act.1980 for diversion of the said forest land
and send original notification of RF/PF as the case may be
to the Central Government for confirmation and record.
iv User agency shall pay the additional amount of NPV, if so NPV value has been
determined, as per the final decision of the Hon’ble determined and deposited
Supreme Court of India. with State Department.
v User agency shall obtain the Environment Clearance as per Clearance obtained
the provision of the Environmental (Protection) Act 1986 if
required
vi To prevent illegal occupation/ encroachment of forest land R & R plan is being
by the families to be displaced from the project site, the implemented by MPWRD
user agency shall ensure that each family being displaced
from the project site actually acquires and settles on non-
forest land. Apart from taking other measures to achieve
the said objective, as a measure to discourage the project
affected families from encroaching into the forest land,
payment of annuity for a period of at-least five years at the
rate of minimum wage payable to the unskilled person for
200 person days per annum to each adult member of the
project affected families. On the receipt of a certificate
signed by a forest officer not below the rank of a Range
Officer having jurisdiction over the area where such person
has settled after displacement form the project site, should
be incorporated in the R & R plan. Payment of the said
annuity should be an additionally and not in replacement of
any of the benefits to be accrued to the project affected
persons, as per the present R & R Plan.
vii User agency shall track location of each displaced family ongoing activities
and ensure that none of them encroach/ occupy forest land.
In support of compliance to this condition at-least for five
years from the date of taking possession of the forest land,
the user agency shall submit an annual certificate to the
Principal Chief Conservator of forests. Madhya Pradesh
that none of the persons displaced from the project land
has encroached/ settled on the forest land during the year.
viii No additional forest land will be sought for construction of confirming that no additional
any canal in future. forest land will be required
ix Catchment Area Treatment (CAT) plans of the project shall CAT plan is being
be implemented under the supervision of State Forest implemented by Forest
Department from the funds already deposited by the user Department.
agency.
x Felling of trees on the forest land being diverted shall be being implemented
reduced to the care minimum and the trees should be felled
under strict supervision of the State Forest Department.
xi User agency shall undertake afforestation along the being implemented but still
periphery of the reservoir. at the planning stage

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xii Government of the Madhya Pradesh and the user agency To be followed
shall ensue that the trees available between Full Reservoir
Level (FRL) and FRL 4 meters are not felled
xiii User agency shall provide free water for the forestry related To be followed
projects.
xiv The layout plan of the proposal shall not be changed To be followed
without the prior approval of the Central Government.
xv No labor camp shall be established on the forest land. Being implemented
xvi Forest land shall not be used for any purpose other than To be followed
that specified in the proposal and under no circumstances
be transferred to any agency, department or person.
xvii User agency shall provide alternate fuels to the labourers being implemented
and the staff working at the site so as to avoid any damage
and pressure on the nearby forest areas.
xviii Boundary of the diverted forest land shall be demarcated on being implemented and lead
ground at the project cost, erecting four feet high reinforced by Forest Department
cement concrete pillars, each inscribed with its serial
number, forward and back bearing and distance from pillar
to pillar.
xix User agency shall ensure that because of this project, no To be followed
damage is caused to the flora and fauna available in the
area.
xx Any other condition that the concerned Regional Office of To be followed
this Ministry may stipulate from time to time in the interest
of conservation, protection and development of forests &
wildlife
xxi User agency shall submit the annual report on compliance Is being Submitted
to condition stipulated in the approval to the state
government and concerned Regional Office in this Ministry
xxii User agency and the State Government shall ensure To be followed
compliance to all conditions stipulated in the stage-I
approval for which undertakings have been obtained from
the user agency and also the provisions of all Acts, Rules,
Regulations and Guidelines for the time being in force as
applicable to the project.

F. Conclusion

22. From the due diligence, the followings are the important conclusions:

(i) The KMMP has been prepared with comprehensively addressing its environment
and social concerns. The EMP that aims to avoid as much as possible and
minimize the potential impacts have been elaborated for easy implementation
and monitoring.
(ii) The table below show the assessment on how ADB environmental safeguard
principles have been addressed by the KMMP:
 ADB Environment KMMP Remark
Safeguard Principles
1 Use screening process to The TOR for EIA was prepared by Comprehensive TOR clear
determine appropriate environment undertaking scoping exercise by Ministry of Environment
assessment Forest and Climate Change
2 Conduct environmental The EIA covers the potential
assessment to identify potential environment and social impacts
direct and indirect impacts associated with all KMMP activities
and indicate the characteristic of each
impact
3 Examine alternative The KMMP provide alternative
analysis in terms of location and
engineering to minimize the
environmental impacts
4 Prepare Environmental The EMP was prepared and further There are several detailed
Management Plan elaborated in more detailed plan management plans included
in the EIA report, such as:
Biodiversity management
plan
Fisheries management plan
Catchment area
management plan
5 Carry out meaningful consultation Public hearing and technical team During the EIA study,
discussion were carried out during EIA consultation with affected
preparation people were carried out
through door to door survey,
aside from gathering socio-
economic information, the
proposed project wes
explained to the affected
people
6 Disclose the EIA report The EIA is disclose through MOEFCC
website, and the MPWD website
7 Implement EMP and Monitor Based on the contractor report and
Effectiveness MPWD staff field monitoring, the fisrt
environmental monitoring report has
only recently submitted to the regional
office of MOEFCC. It is expected that
the report will be disclosed in the
websites of MPWD and MOEFCC
8 Do not implement project in areas The KMMP is not involve any areas verify the data and
of critical habitats or legally has significant ecological function or information by using IBAT
designated as protected areas protected areas, although involving and shows that no protected
680 ha land owned by Forest area nearby the KMMP, and
Department most species are least
concerned uder the UICN
Red list
9 Apply Pollution Prevention The EIA has adequate requirements to
avoid and minimize pollution air, water
and soil
10 Provide workers with safe and The contractor provide a decent living
healthy working condition environment for their workers, and
personal safety equipment is also
provided
11 Conserve physical cultural The EIA shows that there is no social
resources cultural sensitive area involved in this
project

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23. From the comparison table above, it can be concluded that KMMP has been prepared
with adequate environment consideration and generally consistent with SPS environmental
principals. No corrective action needs to be undertaken to avoid the impact to KIP, but need the
monitoring report to be regularly submitted and disclosed.

24. The executing agency for KMMP and KIP under the MPIEIP is the MPWRD, therefore,
MPWRD will be able to ensure that the EMP for KMMP will be strictly implemented to avoid any
impact to the KIP under the MPIEIP.
 Annexure 5: Minutes of Public Consultation Meetings
DATED 15.07.16 AT SUSNER

Venue:- Nagar Panchyat Bhawan (Manglik) Susner District –Agar.

Chairman :Shri Krishan Chandra Patidar, Repersentative Janpad President (Block head),Susner
Block Agar District.

Key speakers : Mr. Rajesh Mishra, SDO, Kundalia Irrigation Project MP WRD
Dr. A. K. Sharma, Environment Safeguard Specialist
Dr. K. K. Gaur, Social Development Specialist
Dr. R. K. Saxena. Deputy Team leader and Agriculture Specialist
Mr. H. S. Sandhu, Geographical Information Specialist
Mr. Hari Mohan BPM Agriculture
Mr. Meharwan Singh ATM Agriculture
Other participants: Sarpanch’s , farmers including labors of different villages falling in Kundalia
Irrigation Project area.

Process of Public Consultation

 Advertisement was given in Dainik Bhaskar - News Papers ( Ujjain& Bhopal Editions)-Copies
enclosed as Appendix-A.
 Invitations sent to the local administration of District Agar including SDM Susner, Tahsildar,
Nagar Panchyat CMO, Janpad President and Village Sarpanches of the concerned blocks –copy
of the same is enclosed as as Appendix-B.
 Public Address System (Loud speakers) were used as communication media for creating
awareness about the said consultation meeting in different villages of the project area.
 During public consultations, small leaflets (project handout) containing information about the
project infrastructure development, project benefits and its impacts both positive and negative
was distributed to the participants copy of the same is enclosed as Annexure-C.

Public consultation meeting was organized under the chairmanship of Shri Krishan Chandra Patidar,
Representative Janpad President (Block head), Block Susner, District Agar. Officials from concened
departments and Block Administration of Susner were also present. Besides, representatives (Sarpanch)
of nearby Gram Panchayats including farmers and Shopkeepers participated in the public consultation
meeting. As a whole, more than 100 persons participated in the public consultation meeting. A list of the
same is enclosed as Annexure.

The objective of the Public Consultation Meeting was to create awareness about the aims and
components of Kundalia Irrigation Project and to know the feedback of the stakeholders regarding the KIP
project. Further, possibilities of stakeholders involvement during the implementation and O& M under the
project activities were also to be explored. Similarly, getting their views regarding sharing of project cost .
As a whole, objective was to involve the stakeholders in the whole process from the very beginning , so
that the implementation could be completed in participatory manner.
First of all, Mr. H. S. Sandhu, Geographical Information Specialist (GIS) , WAPCOS welcomed the
participants of the Public Consultation Meeting (PCM). Mr. Rajesh Mishra, SDO, Kundalia Irrigation
Project, briefed about the project and its components. He also explained about the implementation plan
and other infrastructural activities to be created under the KIP. Dr. R. K. Saxena. Deputy Team leader
and Agriculture Specialist, WAPCOS describe the micro irrigation plan, involvement of villagers in project
management, water availability improvement livestock development and other expected benefits of the
project. Dr. A. K. Sharma, Environment Safeguard Specialist, WAPCOS briefed about the possible
impact of infrastructure development and other activities of the project on environment and social

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aspects, employment opportunities, migration, potable /safe water accessibility and conflict management-
(Grievance redresses mechanism) during implementation of the project. Dr. K. K. Gaur, Social
Safeguards Specialist briefed about the income generating activities, employment opportunity for woman
skill development and people,s participation in planning and implementation of the project. He expressed
his views on the livelihood enhancement in the project area .Further, it was expected that the suggestions
from the participants would be of immense help in finalizing the project to make it participatory ,so that
implementation process would become easier . Shri Krishan Chandra Patidar, Representative President
(Block head),Block Susner appraised that this project will become a boon for all of us and it would help in
raising the socio-economic status of the local masses in the project area. Further, he requested the
audience for providing their suggestions which would be useful for finalizing the plan for implementation
of the project.

Some of the key quarries raised and their possible clarifications are given below:

Quarries
Up to which extend pipeline will reach
How the pipe will be laid
Whether water will be diverted from this
reservoir to other reservoir
How the farmers will be compensated for
damage to the crop during construction and
laying of pipe line
How the water will be given to the farmer in
the upper land area
Clarifications
Farmer outlet will be given up to 0.6 to 2.5 Ha.
Pipe will be laid 1 m below Ground level
Water will not be diverted from this reservoir
Farmers will suitably be compensated as per the R&R
policy 2013 of Govt. of India and M P Government which
ever is better in the interest of farmers.
Sufficient pressure i.e. 20 m shall be maintained at each
and every outlet, thus, water would be available to each
field.

Besides the above mentioned quarries, there was a general discussion on different aspects involved in
the project and people participation in the whole process.

The Public Consultation Meeting ended with the vote of thanks to the chair with a hope that the people
would be participating with a good zeal in making the project a success.

DATED 16.07.16 AT ZIRAPUR

Venue: Janpad Panchayat Bhawan Zirapur Rajgarh-District.

Chairman Ms Anita Patel, Tehsildar Zirapur District-Rajgarh.

Key Speakers
Mr. Rajesh Mishra, SDO, Kundalia Irrigation Project MP WRD
Miss.Laxmi Vishwakarma, SDO, Kundalia Irrigation Project MP WRD
Mr. Suresh Soni Sub Engineer, Kundalia Irrigation Project MP WRD
Mr.S k Parasar Sub Engineer, Kundalia Irrigation Project MP WRD
Dr. A. K. Sharma, Environment Safeguard Specialist
Dr. K. K. Gaur, Social Development Specialist
Dr. R. K. Saxena. Deputy Team leader and Agriculture Specialist
Mr. H. S. Sandhu, Geographical Information Specialist
Mr. A.K. Jain RAEO Agriculture
Mr. R.C.Sharma RAEO Agriculture

Public Consultation Meeting was organized under the chairmanship of Ms Anita Patel, Tehsildar Zirapur
District-Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh .The officials of various departments and Block Administration of
Zirapur were also present. Besides, representatives (Sarpanch) of different Gram Panchayats, including
the farmers, Shopkeepers, labors and females participated in the public consultation meeting. More than
130 people of the project area participated in the said meeting. Here, it is to mention that during this PMC,
people from affected as well as command area were present. A list of the participants, is enclosed as
Appendix C.

The objective of the Public Consultation Meeting was to create awareness about the aims and
components of Kundalia Irrigation Project and to know the reaction of the stakeholders regarding the said
project. Further, possibilities of their involvement during the implementation and O& M under the project
activities were also to be explored. Similarly, their views regarding sharing of cost involved were also to
be known. As a whole, objective was to involve the stakeholders in the whole process from the very
beginning,so that the implementation could be completed in participatory manner.

First of all, Mr. H. S. Sandhu, Geographical Information Specialist (GIS), WAPCOS welcomed the
participants of the Public Consultation Meeting (PCM). Mr. Rajesh Mishra, SDO, Kundalia Irrigation
Project, briefed about the project and its components . He also explained about the implementation plan
and other infrastructural activities to be created under the KIP. Dr. R. K. Saxena. Deputy Team leader
and Agriculture Specialist, WAPCOS described the micro irrigation plan, involvement of villagers in
project management, water availability improvement livestock development and other expected benefits
of the project. Dr. A. K. Sharma, Environment Safeguard Specialist, WAPCOS briefed about the
possible impact of infrastructure development and other activities of the project on environment and
social aspects, employment opportunities, migration, potable /safe water accessibility and conflict
management-(Grievance redresses mechanism) during implementation of the project. Dr. K. K. Gaur,
Social Safeguards Specialist briefed about the income generating activities, employment opportunity for
woman skill development and people’s participation in planning and implementation of the project. He
expressed his views on the livelihood enhancement in the project area. Further, it was expected that the
suggestions from the participants would be of immense help in finalizing the project to make it
participatory, so that implementation process would become easier. Ms.Anita Patel, Tehsildar, Jirapur,
District Rajgarh apprised that this project will become useful for this area as a whole and it would help in
enhancement of the socio-economic conditions of the villagers in the project area. Further, she
requested the audience for helping the project authorities during implementation of the KIP. The
suggestions of the participants would be useful for finalizing the implementation plan of the project.

Some of the points raised during the deliberations were raised and queries of the same were replied.
Most of the questions raised were relating to the affected persons due to submergence of their respective
agricultural land as well as habitation. In this regard, Tehsildar Jirapur and chairman of the PCM replied
and made them satisfied. Main emphasis of the PCM was on Peoples participation and to make the entire
project in participatory manner. For, which the participants unanimously, agreed and promised to help the
project authorities during the implementation. Other quarries raised by the participants were of the similar
nature as was raised during the PCM held at Susner Besides; there was a general discussion on different
activities involved in the KIP.

The public consultation meeting ended with the vote of thanks to the chair with a hope that the local
masses would be cooperating during the implementation of the KIP and will bring it as a participatory
approach.

The coverage of the proceeding of PCM held in both the cases was made by the media The cuttings of
news papers and some photographs are enclose as ready reference as Appendix-E . It is to mentioned
that media has played a positive role in making the PCM quite successful.

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Appendix-A

Information Regarding organizing the public consultation meeting in local news papers “Dainik Bhaskar”
(Ujjain & Bhopal editions)
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Invitation Letter for Public consultation meeting.

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Project Handout (brief description of the project).

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List of Participants in Public Consultation Meeting at Susner & Zirapur.

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Appendix-E
Media Coverage and Photographs of Susner (15.07.2016) and Zirapur (16.07.2016) Public Consultation
Meeting

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Public Consultation Meeting at Zirapur

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Annexure 6: Pest and Nutrient Management Plans

1. In addition to above mitigation and management plans some plans like pest
management and nutrient management plan also given hereunder needed to be incorporated in
the project report, to achieve the objective and optimum benefit of the project.

A. Pest Management Plan

2. The project interventions might result in increased use of fertilizer and pesticides in the
command area. A pest management plan, incorporating stakeholder’s recommendations, has
been prepared for sustainable use of pesticide. Integrated Pest Management is the approach
now being adopted worldwide to address the issue of excessive use of chemical pesticides in
agriculture. It involves a) managing pests (keeping them below economically damaging levels)
rather than seeking to eradicate them; b) Relying, to the extent possible, on non-chemical
measures to keep pest populations low; and c) Selecting and applying pesticides, when they
have to be used, in a way that minimizes adverse effects on beneficial organisms, humans, and
the environment.

3. Tools of IPM: Monitoring: Crop monitoring, that keeps track of the pests and their
potential damage, is the foundation of IPM. This provides knowledge about the current pests
and crop situation and is helpful in selecting the best possible combinations of the pest
management methods. Pheromone traps have an advantage over other monitoring tools such
as light and sticky traps. Being selective to specific pests, they have proven their usefulness in
large scale IPM validations in cotton, basmati rice, chickpea and pigeon pea.

4. Pest resistant varieties: Breeding for pest resistance is a continuous process. At the
same time the pests also, particularly the plant pathogens, co-evolve with their hosts. Thus,
gene transfer technology is useful in developing cultivars resistant to insects, plant pathogens
and herbicides. An example of this is the incorporation of genetic material from Bacillus
thuringensis (Bt), a naturally occurring bacterium, in cotton, corn, and potatoes, which makes
the plant tissues toxic to the insect pests.

5. Cultural pest control: It includes crop production practices that make crop environment
less susceptible to pests. Crop rotation, fallowing, manipulation of planting and harvesting
dates, manipulation of plant and row spacing, and destruction of old crop debris are a few
examples of cultural methods that are used to manage the pests. Planting of cover crops,
nectar- producing plants and inter-planting of different crops to provide habitat diversity to
beneficial insects are important management techniques. Cover crops, often legume or grass
species, prevent soil erosion and suppress weeds. A cover crop can also be used as a green
manure, which is incorporated in the soil to provide nitrogen and organic matter to the
subsequent crop. When incorporated in the soil, some cover crops of the Brassica family have
the ability to suppress nematode pests and wilt diseases. Left in the field as residues, rye and
wheat provide more than 90 percent weed suppression. Cultural controls are selected based on
knowledge of pest biology and development.

6. Physical or mechanical controls: These are based on the knowledge of pest behavior.
Placing plastic-lined trenches in potato fields to trap migrating Colorado potato beetles is one
example of the physical control. Shaking of the pigeon pea plant to remove Helicoverpa larvae
is a common practice in pigeon pea growing areas. Hand picking of insect pests is perhaps the
simplest pest control method. Installation of dead as well as live bird perches in cotton and
chickpea fields has proved effective in checking the bollworm infestation.
B. Nutrient Management Plan:

7. The most appropriate strategy for increasing fertilizer use efficiency is to practice NMP.
The basic principle of NMP is the maintenance of soil fertility, sustaining agricultural productivity
and improving farmers’ profitability through the judicious and efficient use of mineral fertilizers,
organic manures and bio - fertilizers. Benefit of nutrient management is given below:

(i) Helps achieve highest production per unit of investment

(ii) Helps achieve highest production per unit of investment.
(iii) Helps reduce toxicity, which happens due to excessive use of single nutrients.
(iv) Provides natural safeguard against biotic and a biotic stresses.
(v) Helps maintain soil health through organic matter and results in better fertilizer
use efficiency.
(vi) The interventions underlying NMP shall include:
Adoption of soil-test based optimum nutrient use levels, ensuring
adequacy of P level to meet the competitive demands of crops and P-
fixation capacity of soils
Working model for integration of organic manures and NPK fertilizers for
sustainable high yields/farmers' resource - based target yields.
Inoculation of soybean and other legume seeds.
Inclusion of legumes in rotation.
Adoption of improved (modern) crop management practices to ensure
cultivation of HYV, timely sowing and adequate crop stand establishment,
timely weed control and plant protection, and proper water management.
Technical training courses at village level for improving farmer’s
knowledge base. The training shall focus on concept and contents of
NMP, integration of organic and inorganic resources in consideration of
farmers' resource base for mobilizing various nutrient sources,
improvement of quality and quantity of F YM, making use of NADEP
compost system, including vermin culture and use of bio- fertilizers.
(Extension agencies and NGOs shall be involved in organizing training
courses).
Working in close collaboration with NGOs, on orienting farmers to
organic and biodynamic farming approach involving the use of F YM,
green manures, crop residues, vermin-compost, bio- fertilizers and bio-
pesticides while understanding their resources and targeted yields.
Facilitating certification and marketing of certified organic produces with
appropriate price premiums through Department of Agriculture.
Facilitating the adoption of NMP in general and organic farming in
particular, and for monitoring of practices adopted in producing organic
products, keeping full track of production processes and products from
field to sale point as well as for arranging organic certification and
marketing.

8. Procedures for Preparation of NMP: The proposed activities related to NM are to be

taken up by an external agency including monitoring and evaluation (facilitated by the Water
Resource Department and Agriculture Specialist). This team would evaluate the NMP
component for effectiveness and scaling- up implications. Procedures for Preparation of NMP
are presented below:

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Table 22: Procedures & Indicators for NMP

Project Procedures Agency Process, Outcomes
Stage &Impact Indicators
A g e n c y (Monitoring
Agency)
Pre-Planning Preparation of Thematic Maps Department of List of agriculture
Stage on Agriculture, Soil, Geology, Agriculture related
Water Resources , Fertilizer &MPWRD features (Agricultural
use, Pesticide use, etc. of Expert)
sub-projects areas
Sensitization through joint Department of List of all sensitive
walk through and Agriculture & issues and banned
consultations to identify MPWRD agrochemicals
cropping patterns , survey, (Environmental &
types of fertilizer, pesticide Agricultural Experts )
use etc.

Identification of environmental Department of List of all likely

and social impacts inclusion of Agriculture & impacts of agricultural
the concerns into ESMP MPWRD practices related to
agriculture &
requirements of IPM
plan (Environ mental,
Social & Agricultural
Experts )
Planning Joint walk through, Department of List of Spatial and Non
and consultations and PRA Agriculture helped by spatial
design techniques to disclose MPWRD & issues(Agriculture
stage concerns related to existing Agriculture Expert expert)
agricultural practices

Training on IPM along Department of List of safe guard

with projects benefits to the Agriculture helped by measures
farming community & alleviate MPWRD & (Agriculture expert)
apprehension related to Agriculture Expert
productivity due to change in
water regime in the catchment
and command area
Implementati Setting up information Kiosks, Department of Number of Kiosks,
on and post- Organic Certification of Agriculture helped by Certified Products,
implementati Agricultural products , MPWRD & Demonstration
on stage Demonstration Agriculture Expert Projects, Levels and
types of pesticide in
Projects with approved Department of
soil & water
agro-chemicals only, Training Agriculture helped by
(Environmental &
material restricted to mention MPWRD &
Agriculture Expert)
of approved agro- chemicals Agriculture Expert
only, pesticide etc.

9. The following components can be considered as parts of the NMP, and can be adopted
as per need, resource and local conditions:
 (i) Nitrogen Fixing Plants
(ii) Bio- fertilizers
(iii) Organic Manure
(iv) Vermiculture

10. It is recommended that FAO/UN Sponsored concept of Farmer Field School (FFS)
approach should be followed to promote a comprehensive programme towards the use of farm
waste and low chemical input for soil fertilization, as well as NMP as means to promote
sustainable agriculture with low cost of production and high profitability. State Agriculture
Universities, Krishi Kendra (KK), NGOs and other support agencies could be tapped for
technical support.

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