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[This sample Terms of Reference for EIA is intended to be used by Project

Officers involved in the preparation of feasibility studies for road-sector

projects. The sample TOR has been written in a detailed and

comprehensive manner, and Project Officers are advised to remove

material that is not relevant to their particular project.]

Sample Comprehensive Terms of Reference for

Environmental Impact Assessment of

Roads/Highways Projects

1.0. Background

Over the last three decades, environmental impact assessment (EIA) or

environmental assessment (EA) has become a major tool for effective

environmental management. Over the years, the focus of EA has changed

towards making it a useful tool for environmental sustainability, which can

be very effectively put to use to ensure that all important factors are

included and unnecessary factors are revealed and dropped. This

contributes towards ensuring that the environmental sinks and resources

are not so excessively stressed as to cause any reduction in the

assimilative capacity of the environment.

2.0. Need for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Highway projects are generally undertaken to improve the economic and

social welfare of the people. At the same time, they may also create an

adverse impact on the surrounding environment. People and property in

the direct path of the road works are affected. The environmental and

social impact of highway projects include damage to sensitive eco-

systems, soil erosion, changes to drainage pattern and thereby

groundwater, interference with animal and plant life, loss of productive

agricultural lands, resettlement of people, disruption of local economic

activities, demographic changes, accelerated urbanization and increase in

air pollution. Highway development and operation should, therefore, be

planned with careful consideration of the environmental impact. To

minimize these adverse effects that may be created by highway

development projects, the techniques of EIA become necessary.

Identification and assessment of potential environmental impact should

be an integral part of the project cycle. It should commence early in the

planning process to enable a full consideration of alternatives and to avoidlater delays and complications.


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In view of the above issues, an EIA is to be carried out with the following

objectives:

Establishing the environmental baseline in the study area and

identifying any significant environmental issue

Assessing these impacts and providing for the requisite

avoidance, mitigation and compensation measures

Integrating the identified environmental issues in the project

planning and design

Developing appropriate management plans for implementing,

monitoring and reporting of the environmental mitigation and

enhancement measures suggested

The EIA studies and reporting requirements to be undertaken under this

TOR must conform to the guidelines and regulations issued by the Ministry

of Environment & Forests, Govt. of India (GoI), Indian Roads Congress and

the World Bank. These guidelines include, inter alia, the EIA amendments

for roads and highway projects.

3.0. Categorization of Projects and Activities

In India, the Ministry of Environment & Forests (MoEF), Govt. of India is the nodal

agency for regulating EIAs. They are governed by the MoEF Notification dated

Sept. 14, 2006.

According to MoEF,

i. All projects and activities, according to the MoEF, are broadly categorized

into Category A and Category B1, based on the spatial extent of potential

impacts and the potential impacts on human health and natural and

manmade resources.

ii. By virtue of their size, cost and length, Physical Infrastructure projects

such as (a) new national highways, (b) expansion of national highways

greater than 30km, involving additional right of way greater than 20m, (c)

national highways involving land acquisition and passing through more

than one state are categorized as Category A projects.

iii. 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, shall require prior environmental clearance (EC) from the

MoEF, on the recommendations of an Expert Appraisal Committee.

iv. All projects or activities included in Category B1 in the Schedule will

require prior environmental clearance from the Environment Impact

Assessment Authority in the state/union territory.


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v. All category A and category B1 highway projects shall undertake public

consultation except expansion of roads and highways which do not involve

any further acquisition of land.

The EIA comprises three stages: Environmental Screening, Project

EA and creating an Environmental Management Plan (EMP).

4.0. Project Details

The information given in this section is required for all three stages of the

EIA of a project.

4.1. Introduction

This section should mention the project name; brief description of the

project; purpose, nature, size of the project and its importance to the

region and the country; profile of the project proponent; and the exactgeographical location of the project.

The land description, i.e. village, tehsil, district, state and extent of the

land must be mentioned clearly.

Any litigation(s) pending against the proposed project and/or any

directions or orders passed by any court of law/statutory authority

against the project is to be detailed out.

In case of expansion/modernization of the road project, the

environmental compliance status for the existing road should beexplained.

National standards and codes of practice of Indian Roads Congress

(IRC) and Ministry of Surface Road Transport & Highways pertaining to

environmental issues, which are relevant to the proposed project,

should be furnished.

4.2. Project Description

4.2.1. This section should cover following information:

Broader details of the project, location and alignment

Relevance of the project in light of the existing development plans of the

region/state

Project coverage, master plan, phasing and scope

Description of alternatives considered to avoid rehabilitation and

resettlement issues

Procedures and criteria adopted for selection of the alignment of right of

way and alternative alignments considered


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Overall suitability of the identified alignment and the proposed activity in

light of the existing environmental laws and deviations, if any

Description of road alignment, broad geology, topography, connectivity,

demographic aspects, socio-cultural and economic aspects, villages,

settlements

Details of land acquisition, rehabilitation of communities/villages and their

present status

Technologies used for design, construction, equipment and operation

Resources, manpower, time frame, etc. required for project

implementation

Estimated cost of the project, environmental cost, funding agencies, and

whether the project is being implemented by the Government or on the

basis of BOT

4.2.2. Essential Maps to be provided with Project Description:

Highway alignment plan with the help of latest available cloud-free satellite

imagery of project alignment on a 1:25,000 scale, and surrounding area

covering 10km on either side of the proposed right of way showing the

details of (i) protected areas notified under the Wildlife (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 and

international boundaries

Alignment plan, with details such as nature of terrain (plain, rolling, hilly),

details of villages, teshils, districts and states, latitude and longitude for

important locations falling on the alignment

A map derived from the recent satellite imagery covering aerial distance of

15km from the proposed alignment, delineating environmental sensitive

areas as specified in Form I of EIA notification dated Sept. 14, 2006

Land-use map of the study area on a 1: 25,000 scale based on recent

satellite imagery of the study area, delineating the crop lands (both singleand double crop), agricultural plantations, fallow lands, waste lands, water

bodies, built-up areas, forest area and other surface features such as

railway tracks, ports, airports, roads and major industries

Area drainage map covering 500 meters on either side of proposed right of

way

Any proposed diversion of drain/canal/river either during the construction

phase or operational phase


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Detailed ground surveyed map on a 1:2000 scale showing the existing

features falling within the right of way, such as trees, archaeological and

religious structures, monuments, etc.

4.2.3. Activities for Site Preparation:

If the proposed route is passing through low-lying areas, details of fill

materials and initial and final levels after filling above MSL should be

provided.

If the proposed route involves stripping, the details of the area to be

stripped, locations, volume and quantity of earth to be removed, and type

of soil and proposal for the utilization of removed top soil with location of

dump site should be provided.

If the proposed route involves cutting of earth, the details of area to be

cut, depth of cut, locations, soil type, volume and quantity of earth andother materials to be removed with location of dump site should be

provided.

If the proposed route is passing through a hilly or avalanche area, the

details should be provided.

If the proposed route involves tunnelling, the details of the tunnel and

locations of tunnelling with geological structural fraction should be

provided.

If the road passes through a flood plain of the river, the details of microdrainage, flood passages and information on flood periodicity in the area

should be provided.

If the proposed project involves any land reclamation, details for the

activity that requires land to be reclaimed and the area of land to be

reclaimed should be provided.

If the proposed route involves any migratory path of animals, details

about fauna, habitat and period of the year in which activity will take

place should be provided.

If there is a possibility that the construction of roads will cause

destruction of forest, poaching, reduction in wetland areas, details are to

be provided.

If there will be any change in the drainage pattern after the proposed

activity, details of changes should be furnished.

If the proposed route is passing through a city or town, with houses and

human habitation on the either side of the road, the necessity for

provision of service ducts should be studied.


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4.2.4. Provisions of the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification:

In case the proposed route falls totally or partially in CRZ area, the

category of the area needs to be indicated. Also the provision under

which the activity is permitted needs to be shown.

CRZ maps indicating the high tide level (HTL) and low tide level (LTL),

demarcated by one of the seven authorized agencies and the project lay

out superimposed on the map shall be submitted on a 1:5000 scale map.

This map shall be recommended by the state/union territory CZM

authority.

If the proposed project involves extraction of sand, levelling or digging of

sandy stretches within 500m of the HTL, the area of stretches should be

mentioned.

If the project involves cutting/disturbance of mangroves, details about the

area, species, existing health status should be given

If any sand needs to be removed from sand dunes, details should be

given.

If the proposed project involves any dredging, details to be given.

Information should be furnished if there is a possibility of ingression of

saline water into groundwater due to the proposed project.

5.0. Stage I. Environmental Screening (ES)

5.1. Scope of Work for ES

This is based on the information given in the Project Details section

The general approach to be adopted for ES includes the following:

Preliminary reconnaissance surveys to identify environmentally sensitive

issues relating to road alignment and influence area and baseline

conditions, including regionally and nationally recognized environmentalresources and features, environment and common property resources

such as forests, large water bodies and major physical cultural properties

Assessment of the potential impacts of the project on the baseline

conditions

Recommended mitigatory measures to offset the identified adverse

impacts

Stakeholder assessment and consultations along the alignment


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Identification of the Valued Environmental Components (VECs)

considering the baseline information (collected from both secondary and

primary sources), the preliminary understanding of the activities

proposed in the project and from stakeholder consultations

Preliminary analysis of impacts identified in the project site, surroundingsand influence area and formulation of management measures/options

Preparation of scoping for project EA which will be a direct outcome of the

above-mentioned ES, and shall define the boundaries of the project EA

Documentation of theabove-mentioned ES in the form of Environmental

Screening Report

This report can form a part of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) or

Technical Feasibility Report

6.0. Stage II. Project EIA

The detailed EIA and the EIA Report are prepared in this stage.

The Scope of work for the project EIA is as follows:

6.1. Detailed description of the p roject as mentioned above in 4.2.1 (information

collected from engineering and design section of the project and from the

Technical Feasibility Report, along with required maps/designs/documents)

6.2. Discussion of the policy, legal and administrative framework within which

the project is set, major stakeholder departments of the State and Central

Government with their specific roles, applicable Laws and Acts, clearance

requirements at various levels and their current status

6.3. Analysis of Alternatives (Technology & Sites)

In case the scoping exercise indicates need for alternatives, this chapter shall

include:

Description of various alternatives such as locations, layouts or

technologies studied

Summary of adverse impacts of each alternative

Selection of alternative

6.4. Description of the Environment

6.4.1. Study Area

As a primary requirement of EIA process, the proponent should collect primary

baseline data in the project area as well as in the area within 5km of the

proposed project boundary. Secondary data should be collected for area within

10km aerial distance from the project boundary, as specifically mentioned in


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column 9 (iii) of Form I of EIA Notification 2006. This should be depicted on a

map.

The following components of the environment shall be studied:

6.4.2 Land Environment

a) Land: Availability of land for earmarking for the project without causing

undue hardship to local habitat and their socio-cultural and economic aspects

is very important. Data on the land availability is to be ascertained from local

authorities, revenue records, etc. Justification for the proposed quantum of

the area is to be given.

b) Topography: Baseline data needs to be given on existing situation of the land

at the proposed project area, including description of terrain hill slopes,

coastal and inland topography, coastal features, if any (lowland, beaches,

littoral areas, shoal areas), terrain features, slope and elevation. Study ofland-use pattern, habitation, cropping pattern, forest cover, environmentally

sensitive places, etc. should be made by using remote sensing techniques (if

available) and secondary data sources.

c) Geology: Baseline data should be provided on rock types, regional tectonic

setting (reported fractures/faulting, folding, warping), and history of any

volcanic activity, seismicity and associated hazards, mainly in the coastal

area. Information on quarry yields, strength of rock, distance of quarries from

habitat, restrictions for quarrying, environmental controls, statutorypermissions, etc. should be provided.

d) Soil Data: Data pertaining to type, classification, characteristics, soil

properties, etc. are important engineering considerations for design of

structures. Changes in parameters of soil also may affect plantation and

vegetative growth, which in turn may endanger the health of local habitat.

6.4.3. Meteorological data covering the following points should be incorporated

in the EIA report

Data for at least a 10-year period should be presented from the nearestmeteorological station. The history of cyclones and tidal surges for the area shall

be mentioned. The data pertaining to the following parameters shall be included:

Wind speed and direction

Rainfall

Relative humidity

Temperature

Barometric pressures


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History of cyclones

6.4.4. Air Environment

Baseline data of ambient air parameters, such as RSPM, nitrogen dioxide,

sulphur dioxide, carbon monoxide, heavy metals and other harmful air pollutants

depending upon the type of the location should be monitored.

This data should be collected in an area extending at least 5km from the project

boundary by observation at a number of locations. Specific importance should be

attached to areas in close proximity to the project, say up to 1km. Data for one

season, other than monsoon, should be monitored, as per the CPCB Norms. The

control station should be in the up-wind/non-impact/non-polluting area.

6.4.5. Noise

Baseline data on noise pollution at the project area and the neighbourhood up to

1 km or nearest residential areas is to be monitored as per the CPCB norms.

6.4.6 Water Environment

a) Ground Water: Baseline data of groundwater including data on pH,

dissolved solids, suspended solids, BOD, DO, coli-form bacteria, oil and

heavy metals is to be collected at least for one season. Usage purpose of

the groundwater, if any, is to be indicated.

b) Surface Water: Baseline data on location of surface water like lagoons,

lakes, tidal inlets, streams, rivers, and their details such as present quality

and their utility, if any, is to be provided. Details of water bodies in the

project area shall be described specifically. Water quality is to be

monitored for parameters mentioned for groundwater for one season (3

months) other than monsoon season.

6.4.7. Biological Environment

a) Aquatic Ecology: Baseline data of aquatic flora and fauna at the project

area, including mangroves, marshes and other coastal vegetation, and

sand dunes needs to be ascertained by proper surveys.

b) Terrestrial Ecology: Details on secondary data on the existing flora and

fauna in the study area as well as that within 10km of its boundary,

carried out by an ecologist, and a statement clearly specifying whether

the study area forms a part of an ecologically sensitive area or migratory

corridor of any endangered fauna need to be provided.

6.4.8. Existing Solid Waste Disposal Facilities

Details of authorized municipal solid waste facilities, biomedical treatment

facilities and hazardous waste disposal facilities in the area should be inventoried

if it they will be utilized.

6.4.9. Socio-Economic and Occupational Health Environments


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Baseline data at the project area shall include the demography, particularly on

human settlements, health status of the communities, existing infrastructure

facilities in the proposed area and area of impact due to the proposed activity.

Present employment and livelihood of these populations and awareness of the

population about the proposed activity shall also be included. Issues like

relocation, rehabilitation and resettlement, if applicable, need to be addressed.

6.4.10. Public Utilities

Baseline data of existing public utility infrastructure shall be ascertained and

reported to assess the impacts of the project on these public utilities in order to

incorporate desired methods in the EMP and the same shall be monitored during

the construction as well as operational phases of the road/highways.

6.5 Anticipated Impacts and Mitigation Measures

This chapter shall describe the likely impact of the project on each of theenvironmental component and the methods adopted for assessing the impact

such as model studies, empirical methods, reference to existing similar

situations, reference to previous studies, etc. Further, details of mitigation,

methods proposed to reduce adverse effects of the project and reference to the

models along with the inputs used should be mentioned. Mitigation measures

should be proposed as required during the construction as well as operational

stages of the project for all the identified impacts.

6.5.1. Land Environment

Anticipated Impacts:

The road itself land requirement, removal of vegetation, fragmentation

of natural habitat, removal of buildings and severance of farm land

creates direct impacts. The most immediate and obvious effect of road

development on land is the elimination of the productive capacity of soil

(top soil) presently covered by the roads.

Impact of the project construction leading to soil contamination, soil

erosion, destabilization of slopes, side- tipping of spoil materials, loss of

properties, loss of fertile lands and diversion of natural surface water

flows are to be studied in detail.

Possibility of the proposed project adversely affecting road traffic in the

surrounding areas (e.g. by causing increases in traffic congestion and

traffic accidents) needs to be assessed.

Impediment causes by the proposed project to the movement of

inhabitants using the existing road need to be indicated.

Impacts on the local area developments and integration with local master

plan should be mentioned.

Mitigation Measures:


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The extent of environmental impacts of construction, operation and post

operation is largely determined during planning and route or site

selection. Early consultation and determination of alternatives can

substantially reduce or prevent the potential environmental impacts of

these projects.

While selecting new road alignments, attention must be paid to avoid

fertile agricultural lands, environmentally sensitive areas, and areas

prone to landslides and soil erosion.

Before finalizing the alignment, erosion potential of each alternative

should be carefully examined and the one involving least disturbance to

the natural ground should be preferred

Balancing filling and cutting requirements through the proper choice of

alignment will reduce the need for borrow pits. An option to minimize

excess spoil material generation is to be examined.

Drainage improvement requirements, to minimize water logging and

flooding due to disturbance of the natural drainage pattern, are to be

examined.

Afforestation should be made to compensate for the cutting of the trees

during the proposed road construction activity.

Mitigative measures to address the impediments to the movement of

inhabitants should be listed and a proper plan should be made.

6.5.2. Air Environment


The immediate surroundings may have a greater impact. The existing

surrounding features such as habitation, hospitals, schools, notified

sanctuaries, etc. up to 500m and impact on them shall be addressed

separately.

Impact would be caused during construction activities due to generation

of fugitive dust from crusher units, air emissions from hot mix plants andvehicles used for transportation of materials.

Prediction of impact on ambient air quality using appropriate

mathematical model, description of model, input requirement and

reference of derivation, distribution of major pollutants and presentation

in tabular form for easy interpretation shall be carried out.

Mitigation measures:

The road alignment selected should avoid passing close to housing,

schools and work places, providing sufficient space to avoid trafficcongestion, even with projected increase in traffic flow.


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Tall leafy vegetation can be planted between roads and human

settlements to avoid dust.

While transporting construction materials, they can be sprinkled with

water and covered with tarpaulin during the construction stage. Road

metal/material from the crushing units purchased should approved by theState Pollution Control Board (SPCB)

Crusher and hot mix units, if used on site, should be equipped with

requisite air pollution equipment to meet the standard prescribed by the

MoEF and SPCB.

Awareness campaigns with the local government on good practices of

vehicle maintenance, etc. to reduce the air emissions can be carried out.

Environmental specifications for contractors should cover the required

safeguards during the design and construction stage.

6.5.3. Water Environment


Surface water flow modifications can contribute to flooding, soil erosion,

channel modification and siltation of streams.

Road drainage and excavation can lower the water table in surrounding

areas while embankments and structures can raise water table byrestricting flow. The potential effects include deterioration of vegetation,

increased susceptibility to erosion loss of water for drinking as well as

agriculture use

Water quality degradation (surface and groundwater) can take place due

to sedimentation, changes in biological activity in streams and on their

banks.

Discharge of waste water generated at the temporary project offices and

temporary housing area for construction workers can have an impact.

The possibility of water quality degradation in downstream water courses

or water bodies due to soil runoff from the bare lands resulting from

earth-moving activities, such as cutting and filling should be indicated.


Alignments which are susceptible to erosion, such as those crossing steep

slopes, can be avoided.

The number of water crossings can be minimized, wherever possible


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Buffer zones of undisturbed vegetation (with increased in proportion to

slope) can be left between road sites and water bodies.

Adequate drainage modifications, settling basins, paving, infiltration

ditches, etc. can be provided.

Adequate sanitation facilities and hygiene at construction workers colony

should be provided.

Measures for safe temporary storage of fuels should be taken.


safeguards during the design and construction stages.

6.5.4. Noise Environment


Noise levels may increase during construction activity, due to operation

of various machines and equipments.

Noise levels may increase during operation of the highway due to

increased traffic. Noise levels should be predicted using mathematical

modelling at different representative locations.

Impact of vibrations during blasting activity, if any, should me mentioned.


Bypass roads to avoid road alignment through noise sensitive areas can

be developed.

Proper surface design and maintenance can be adopted.

Noise barriers can be provided. Specifications for the installation of noise

protection devices, clearly indicating the location, design and material,

and also provide for future maintenance requirements should be

provided.

Prediction model outputs should justify the selection of type of the noise

barrier and thickness of the noise barrier, etc.

Tall leafy and dense vegetation can be planted between roads and noise

sensitive areas.

The local government and vehicular manufacturers should be involved to

conduct awareness campaigns on good practices of vehicle maintenance,

etc. to reduce the noise emissions.


safeguards during the design and construction stage.

6.5.5. Biological Environment


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Trees will be lost due to felling of trees in the right of way.

Wildlife habitat and biodiversity will be lost due to change in land use

Wildlife habitat and territories will be fragmented.

Water quality, soil profile, noise, light and air pollution may worsen, which

may affect the nature and character of habitats.

Increased access provided by roads will add pressure on wildlife habitats

Forest resources, economically important plants, and medicinal plants

may be lost and rare, endemic and endangered species may be

threatened.


Sensitive natural environments should be identified in the early planning

stage so that alternative routes and changes in width of the road can be

examined.

Possibility of twin new road corridors with previously established

transport rights of way, such as railway lines, should be considered.

Animal crossings in identified areas should be provided.

The loss of forest coverage by can be compensated by an afforestation

programme.

A green belt along the alignment can be developed.

Rare plants of economic importance, medicinal plants and wildlife species

can be conserved and regenerated.

Institutional arrangements for implementation and monitoring of various

mitigating measures can be made.

Environmental specifications for contractors should cover management of

work forces (control of poaching and fire wood collection), machinery(speed, noise and traffic), and prevention of erosion and contamination

during construction.

6.5.6. Socio-Economic and Health Environment


Positive and negative impacts on the present status of livelihood should

be analyzed.

Human settlement will be displaced from proposed site, resulting in animpact on livelihood and loss of property.


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Community resources will be impacted.

Historical and archaeological sites may be impacted.

Existing travel areas due to faster traffic, access controls and median

barriers could be impacted.

Accelerated urbanization could have an impact.


Rehabilitation plan for land oustees, homestead oustees, and for

displaced persons should be made. Institutional arrangement for effective

implementation and periodical review through project implementation

should be incorporated.

Compensation should be made for loss of land and crops. Mechanism for

providing effective guidance in financial planning to effected peopleshould be put in place.

Local people should be trained for employment, especially in the

proposed project construction stage.

Employment opportunities and access to other amenities such as primary

education and health care facilities for local people should be provided.

Project should be integrated with the local master plan to prevent conflict

of interest.

Environmental specifications for contractors should be stipulated.

6.5.7. Solid Waste Management

Anticipated impacts

Waste generated during construction may impact soil, agriculture and

water quality.

Waste generated from workers camps may impact sanitation, water

quality and agriculture in the vicinity of project area.

Oil spillage/leakage from machines and vehicles during construction

stage may contaminate soil.

Mitigation measures

Proper waste disposal facility should be established.

Good housekeeping practices should be followed along with effective

sanitation measures.

Vehicles/construction machines should be maintained properly duringconstruction stage.


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Proper environmental specifications should be stipulated in the contact.

7.0. Additional Studies

Studies directed by the Expert Appraisal Committee should be conducted

while deciding the TOR for the project.

Issues raised during public hearing and the response of the project

proponent should be prepared in tabular form.

Plan of action for conservation of natural resources by utilization of fly

ash, steel melting shops slag and other metallurgical solid non-hazardous

waste should be prepared.

Detailed R&R plan should be prepared with data on the existing socio-

economic status of the population in the study area. Further, a broad plan

should be made considering the resettlement of the displaced population,site for the resettlement colony, alternative livelihood

concerns/employment and rehabilitation of the displaced people, civil and

housing amenities being offered.

Details of budget provisions (capital and recurring) for the project-specific

R&R Plan for Accident Prevention and Road Safety Management System

should be provided.

Road design standards and safety equipment specifications should be

examined and training should be provided to ensure that design details

take safety concerns into account.

Accident prone areas need to be identified and avoided/mitigated.

Measures for minimizing habitat fragmentation and traffic accidents of

wildlife should be furnished

Speed breakers, safety signals, service lanes and foot paths should be

provided at appropriate locations throughout the proposed road to avoid

the accidents.

Accident data and geographic distribution should be reviewed and

analyzed to predict and identify trends, in case of expansion of the

existing highways.

Traffic management plan should be prepared.

Laws, regulations and enforcement related to speed, alcohol and vehicle

safety should be reviewed.

Institutional framework for monitoring of road safety should be prepared.

Post accident emergency assistance and medical care to accident victims

should be provided.


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8.0. Stage III. Environmental Management Plans (EMPs)

Based on the impacts predicted, separate EMPs for each of the construction

packages shall be prepared. The EMPs shall fulfil all requirements of GoI, MoEF

and funding agencies (e.g. the World Bank).

The scope of EMPs shall include:

Design modifications recommended by the project EA, along with

chainages,

Recommendation of feasible and cost-effective measures to prevent or

reduce significant negative impacts to acceptable levels,

Identification of opportunities for enhancement of environmental quality

(of specific locations, water bodies, scenic areas, etc.) along the project

corridor,

Formation of specific or sample plans, such as those for management and

redevelopment of quarries, borrow pits and construction camps,

Detailed specification of bill of quantities, execution drawings and

contracting procedures for execution of environmental mitigation and

enhancement measures suggested, for the pre-construction, construction

and operation stages,

Suggestion of good practices for construction and upkeep of plant and

machinery, responsibilities for execution and supervision of each of the

mitigation and enhancement measures identified in the project EA,

Description of implementation arrangement needed for the project,

especially the capacity building proposals,

Specification of environmental supervision, monitoring and auditing

requirements, specifying parameters, reference standards, monitoring

methods, frequency, duration, location and reporting responsibilities,

Listing of all the mandatory government clearance conditions, and the

status of procuring clearances, and

Inclusion of separate attachment, if applicable, on Natural Habitat Plan

and/or Cultural Properties Plan to satisfy the requirements of the World

Bank safeguard policies.

8.1. Project benefits

It should bring out details of benefits by way of:

Improvements in the physical infrastructure and road access,

Improvement in social services due to quicker and safe mode oftransport,


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Employment potentialskilled, semi-skilled and unskilled labourboth

during construction and operational phases of the project with specific

attention to employment potential of local population as well as necessity

for imparting any specialized skills to them to be eligible for such

employment in the project,

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

Development of tourism,

Reduced pollution, vehicle maintenance, fuel saving due to better quality

of roads,

Over all development in economy and improved lifestyle,

Environmental cost benefit analysis, if recommended by the Expert

Appraisal Committee at the scoping stage

9.0. Major Outputs from the Environment Perspective

1) Inception Report with work plan

2) Draft Environmental Screening Report

3) Final Environmental Screening Report

4) Draft Project Environmental Assessment & EMP Report

5) Final Environmental Impact Assessment & EMP Report

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