India: Visakhapatnam-Chennai Industrial Corridor ...

Environmental Monitoring Report

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Project Number: 48434-003 Semestral Report: July 2020 – December 2020 August 2021

India: Visakhapatnam-Chennai Industrial Corridor Development Program - Project 1

Prepared by Prepared by the Project Management Unit of Visakhapatnam-Chennai Industrial Corridor for the Asian Development Bank

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Semi-Annual Environmental Monitoring Report (SEMR)

Loan and Grant Number: 3430 and 0495- IND} Reporting Period: From July to December 2020

IND: Visakhapatnam Chennai Industrial Corridor Development Project (VCICDP)

Prepared by the Project Management Unit of Visakhapatnam-Chennai Industrial Corridor for the Asian Development Bank.

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Contents

ABBREVIATIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 4

I. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 5

A. BRIEF OF VCICDP ................................................................................................................................. 5

B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES ............................................................................................. 5

C. IMPACT, OUTCOME AND OUTPUTS ..................................................................................................... 6

Output 1: Corridor management strengthened and ease of doing business improved. This will include: ... 6 Output 2: Visakhapatnam–Chennai Industrial Corridor infrastructure strengthened and more resilient. ... 7 Output 3: Institutional capacities, human resources, and program management strengthened. ............... 7

D. ENVIRONMENTAL CATEGORY AS PER ADB SAFEGUARD POLICY STATEMENT, 2009 .............................. 7

E. PROJECT SAFEGUARDS TEAM .............................................................................................................. 8

F. SUBPROJECT WISE CONSTRUCTION & IMPLEMENTATION STATUS ....................................................... 9

II. COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL LOAN COVENANTS .................................................... 15

A. LEGISLATIVE FRAMEWORK ................................................................................................................ 17

B. APPLICATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATION AND ITS PERMISSIONS .......................................... 18

C. COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH SITE SPECIFIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ........................... 24

D. SITE SPECIFIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN AND ITS MONITORING REPORT ...................... 26

III. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISM (GRM) ................................................................................. 81

A. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL COMMITTEE (GRC) ..................................................................................................... 81 B. GRIEVANCES RECORDED DURING JULY ‐DECEMBER 2020: ................................................................................... 81 C. PUBLIC PROTEST PIPELINE. APIIC/05 .............................................................................................................. 82 D. LANDOWNERS REQUEST COMPENSATION FOR DAMAGES FOR FARM FENCING. APIIC/05 ........................................... 82 E. COMPLAINED ABOUT RISING OF DUST‐ GVMC/02 ............................................................................................ 82

TABLE 24: PIU LEVEL GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISM AND COMPLIANCE STATUS ............................. 83

IV. INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENT& RESPONSIBILITIES ..................................................................... 86

A. PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNIT (PMU) ............................................................................................................ 86 B. PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION UNIT (PIU) ........................................................................................................... 87

V. OBSERVATIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS AND ACTIONS TAKEN ............................................................ 88

A. COMPLIANCE OF PREVIOUS RECOMMENDATIONS OF SEMR ................................................................................ 88 B. COMPLIANCE AND RECOMMENDATION ............................................................................................................ 88

APPENDICES ............................................................................................................................................. 90

A. COPY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE OF INDUSTRIAL PARK AT ATTIVARAM ................................. 91

B. ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE OF MPSEZ AND CONSENT TO ESTABLISH ............................................ 99

C. AMMENDMENT IN CFE FOR APIIC/01 – CETP .................................................................................... 121

D. PUBLIC CONSULTATION ................................................................................................................... 124

1 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION ACTIVITIES .............................................................................................. 124

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E. APPENDIX – APIIC/01 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING .................................................................... 128

1.1 GROUND WATER MONITORING ............................................................................................................... 128 1.2 SAND MINING PERMISSION ..................................................................................................................... 130 1.3 SITEPROGRESS PHOTOGRAPHS OF JUNE’20 UNDER VCICDPAT NAIDUPETA INDUSTRY NODE ............................... 132

F. APPENDIX – APIIC/03 AND APIIC/04ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ............................................... 135

G. APPENDIX – APRDC/01 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING .............................................................. 136

H. APPENDIX – APTRANSCO/01 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ...................................................... 138

I. APPENDIX – APTRANSCO/03 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ......................................................... 139

J. APPENDIX – GVMC/02 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ................................................................... 140

1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING REPORT ........................................................................................................... 140 1.4.1 Environmental Sampling Location ............................................................................................ 140

List of Tables TABLE 1: PIU WISE SUBPROJECTS UNDER TRANCHE-I ..................................................................................... 5 TABLE 2: COMPONENTS PROPOSED UNDER VCICDP TRANCHE-1 .................................................................. 6 TABLE 3: IEE STATUS FOR THE SUBPROJECTS PROPOSED UNDER TRANCHE-I .............................................. 8 TABLE 4:PROJECT SAFEGUARDS TEAM .............................................................................................................. 9 TABLE 5 SUBPROJECT WISE STATUS OF CONSTRUCTION UPTO 31ST DECEMBER, 2020 ................................ 9 TABLE 6: COMPLIANCE STATUS OF LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS .................................................................. 12 TABLE 7: LOAN COVENANCTS .......................................................................................................................... 15 TABLE 8: LIST OF LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................. 17 TABLE 9 : ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATION AND ITS PERMISSIONS .................................................................... 19 TABLE 10: PACKAGE-WISE STATUS OF IEES .................................................................................................. 24 TABLE 11: VCICDP/APIIC/01 - CONSTRUCTION OF CETP ........................................................................... 26 TABLE 12: VCIDP/APIIC/03 AUGMENTATION OF UTILITIES ........................................................................... 31 TABLE 13: VCIDP/APIIC04/ 21 MLD BULK WATER SUPPLY ....................................................................... 35 TABLE 14: APTRANCO/03 RACHAGUNNERI-YERPEDU ................................................................................ 37 TABLE 16: APTRANCO/01 VISAKHAPATNAM ................................................................................................ 45 TABLE 17: GVMC/02 - 24X7 WATER SUPPLY ............................................................................................... 52 TABLE 18: APRDC/01 - SAMRLAKOTA - RAJANAGARAM .............................................................................. 58 TABLE 19: UCCRTF/04 - 3MWP SOLAR POWER PLANT IN MEGHADRIGEDDA LAKE ................................... 67 TABLE 20: UCCRTF/05 - REJUVENATION OF MADASARLOVA LAKE ............................................................. 72 TABLE 21 : SITE SPECIFIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN OF ANTICIPATED IMPACTS DURING PRE-

CONSTRUCTION .......................................................................................................................................... 74 TABLE 22: SITE SPECIFIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN OF ANTICIPATED IMPACTS DURING

CONSTRUCTION .......................................................................................................................................... 76 TABLE 23: LIST OF GRIEVANCES RECEIVED AT SITE LEVEL ............................................................................. 81 TABLE 24: PIU LEVEL GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISM AND COMPLIANCE STATUS ........................................................ 83 TABLE 25: VCICDP- PMU STRUCTURE ........................................................................................................... 86 TABLE 26 : COMPLIANCE TO CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN OF SEMR JANUARY - JUNE, 2020 ...................... 88 TABLE 27: LIST OF RECOMMENDATIONS .......................................................................................................... 88

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ABBREVIATIONS

ADB AMTZ APIIC APRDC AP-TRANSCO APSEB

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Asian Development Bank Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Andhra Pradesh Road Development Corporation Transmission Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Limited Andhra Pradesh State Electricity Board

BGL - Below Ground Level BOD - Biological Oxygen Demand BIS - Bureau of Indian Standard CPCB - Central Pollution Control Board DO - Dissolved Oxygen DoE DISCOM

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Department of Environment Distribution Company

PMC - Project Management Consultant EA - Executing Agency EIA - Environmental Impact Assessment EMP - Environmental Management Plan EMoP - Environmental Monitoring Plan ESO - Environmental and Safety Officer GoAP - Government of Andhra Pradesh GoI - Government of India GVMC - Greater Vishakhapatnam Municipal Corporation IEE - Initial Environmental Examination IMD - Indian Meteorological Department IS - Indian Standard MFF - Multi Tranche Financial Facility MoEF - Ministry of Environment and Forests MSL - Mean Sea Level MW - Mega Watt NSDP - Net State Domestic Product NGO - Non - Government Organization NH - National Highway NOx - Oxides of Nitrogen PMSC - Project Management and Supervision Consultant RF - Reserve Forest ROW - Right of Way SO - Safeguards Officer SPCB - State Pollution Control Board SPM - Suspended Particulate Matter

SO2 - Sulphur Dioxide SSI - Small Scale Industries SPCB - State Pollution Control Board TA - Technical Assistance TDS - Total Dissolved Solids

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I. INTRODUCTION

A. Brief of VCICDP

1. The proposed Visakhapatnam–Chennai Industrial Corridor Development Program (VCICDP) will complement the ongoing efforts of the Government of Andhra Pradesh (GoAP) to enhance industrial growth and create high-quality jobs. The VCICDP comprises: (i) a proposed multi- tranche financing facility (MFF),(ii)a proposed policy-based loan (PBL), and (iii)a proposed administration of a grant to be provided by the Urban Climate Change Resilience Trust Fund (UCCRTF) under the Urban Financing Partnership Facility.

2. The proposed investment program will involve development of infrastructure in selected industrial clusters; improve transport infrastructure, such as connectivity of nodes to ports, urban areas, other nodes and critical hinterland areas; develop and improve power infrastructure, such as establishing substations, strengthening of transmission and distribution system; and improving critical urban infrastructure in selected urban areas. VCICDP will complement the on-going efforts of the Government of Andhra Pradesh (GoAP) to enhance manufacturing sector growth and create high quality jobs in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The envisaged outputs of VCICDP include: (i) ease of doing business improved; (ii) Visakhapatnam-Chennai Industrial Corridor (VCIC) infrastructure strengthened; and (iii) institutional capacities and program management strengthened.

3. The sub projects in Tranche 1 were screened using ADB checklist for any change in scope and it was found that re-categorization of the sub projects is not required. An Environmental Monitoring Plan which addresses the potential impacts and risks identified by the environmental assessment has been included in the IEE reports. The level of complexity of the EMP and the priority of the identified measures and actions commensurate with the Project’s impact and risks. The EMP is part of bidding and contract documents. The EMPs were updated as part of the IEEs updated for the changes in the sub projects. The updated EMPs were issued to the Contractors and the updated IEEs were disclosed in the PMU and PIU website.

Table 1: PIU wise Subprojects under Tranche-I

Sl. No Name of PIU No of Projects

1 Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited (APIIC) 4

2 Andhra Pradesh Road Development Corporation (APRDC) 1

3 Andhra Pradesh Transmission Corporation Limited (APTransco) 2

4 Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) 4

Total 11

B. Project Description and Objectives

4. The State of Andhra Pradesh acting through its Department of Industries and Commerce, the executing agency, and Andhra Pradesh Road Development Corporation (APRDC), Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited (APIIC), Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC), and Transmission Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (APTransco), the project implementing agencies, are wholly responsible for the implementation of ADB-financed projects.

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5. Detailed components of MFF investment are as under: (i) Investment in Industrial Infrastructure; (ii) Urban Investments: Water Sector for GVMC; (iii) Investments in Connectivity- Roads; and (iv) Investments in Power Sector. At present, Subprojects under Tranche-1 Loan and/or Grant Number(s) : {3430 /0495- IND} are under implementation

Table 2: Components Proposed Under VCICDP Tranche-1

Component Sub Projects Industrial infrastructure: Enhancing support infrastructure in industrial estates / SEZ’s

(i) Improvement of internal and external roads connectivity network;

(ii) Construction of WTP/STP; Improvement in the industrial water supply and construction of common effluent treatment plant (CETP);

(iii) Development of hazardous and solid waste management; and (iv) Improvement in the power infrastructure.

Urban Investments: Water Sector Enhancing Urban infrastructure in towns / cities

(i) Rehabilitation of the water supply and distribution systems;

Investment in connectivity Roads: State road widening / strengthening for enhanced and better connectivity to national highway / ports

(i) Conversion to four lanes from two lane; (ii) Conversion to double lane from single lane; (iii) Strengthening of existing road; (iv) Construction of road over bridge (ROB) / road

under bridge (RUB) / Culverts / drainage line along the existing road; and

(v) Road maintenance activities Investment in Power Sector: o Construction of substations / power

transmission and distribution lines in industrial area / city

o Transmission and distribution network improvements

(i) Construction and/or upgrading of substations; and (ii) Installation and/or upgrading of transmission

towers, poles and stringing of conductors

C. Impact, Outcome and Outputs

6. The impact of the VCICDP will be an increased contribution of the manufacturing sector to the state’s GDP, trade, and employment. The outcome will be enhanced growth and competitiveness of the VCIC. The VCICDP will have three outputs as follows. The PBL will support output 1, and the MFF and the Grant will support outputs 2 and 3.

Output 1: Corridor management strengthened and ease of doing business improved. This will include:

i. Capacity development of institutions engaged in corridor management. ii. Support to enhance the ease of doing business, including the establishment of

an e-portal and a single-desk system, with incentives for women entrepreneurs. iii. Industrial and sector policies to stimulate industrial development, with special

incentives for women. iv. Improvement in investor promotion, trade facilitation, and logistics. v. Considering the demand for skilled workers across multiple sectors, the GoAP

has committed to use part of the PBL to provide support for high quality content development for training institutions for skills development, and support to Andhra Pradesh State Skills Development Corporation (APSSDC) for training of workers and entrepreneurs every year.

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Output 2: Visakhapatnam–Chennai Industrial Corridor infrastructure strengthened and more resilient.

7. Visakhapatnam–Chennai Industrial Corridor infrastructure strengthened and more resilient. This will include the development of (i) internal roads, water supply, drainage, logistics, and industrial effluent treatment in selected industrial clusters; (ii) roads for connectivity between industrial nodes, ports, and urban areas, and road safety measures; (iii) power transmission and distribution system in the industrial corridor; and (iv) smart cities planning with climate change resilience and continuous water supply in Visakhapatnam. This includes the development of

i. Internal roads, water supply, drainage, logistics, and industrial effluent treatment in selected industrial clusters.

ii. Roads for connectivity between industrial nodes, ports, and urban areas, and road safety measures.

iii. Power transmission and distribution system in the industrial corridor. iv. Smart cities planning with climate change resilience and continuous water

supply in Visakhapatnam.

Output 3: Institutional capacities, human resources, and program management strengthened.

8. The VCIC is proposed as a node centric development platform with four nodes: (i) Visakhapatnam node, (ii) Kakinada node, (iii) Amaravati region node, and (iv) Yerpedu–Srikalahasti node. Some of the critical industrial sectors shortlisted for achieving the targeted outcomes are textiles, food processing, metallurgy, chemicals & petrochemicals, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and automobiles. In the future, it is expected to have sectors such as medical equipment, plastics, organic chemicals, aerospace, and information technology or information technology-enabled services. The VCIC is well poised to connect to global production networks of southeast and east Asia. This includes,

i. The establishment of a project development mechanism ii. Skills enhancement of workers and entrepreneurs, especially women iii. Support for project management iv. Support for investor promotion

D. Environmental category as per ADB Safeguard Policy Statement, 2009

9. ADB requires the consideration of environmental issues in all aspects of ADB’s operations, and the requirements for environmental assessment are described in ADB SPS, 2009. This states that ADB requires environmental assessment of all ADB investments.

10. The nature of the environmental assessment required for a project depends on the significance of its environmental impacts, which are related to the type and location of the project; the sensitivity, scale, nature, and magnitude of its potential impacts; and the availability of cost-effective mitigation measures. Projects are screened for their expected environmental impacts, and are assigned to one of the following four categories:

Category A: 11. 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.

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Category B.

12. 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.

Category C 13. 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.

Category F 14. A proposed project is classified as category FI if it involves investment of ADB funds to or through a FI.

The proposed project of Tranche I is Category B.

Table 3: IEE Status for the Subprojects proposed under Tranche-I

Package No Package Name IEEs Revision or

Updating Requirement

APIIC/01 Construction of 1MLD (CETP) Approved and disclosed on ADB website

No changes required

APIIC/03 Augmenting utility services for Naidupeta Industrial cluster.

Approved and disclosed on ADB website

No Changes required

APIIC/04 Providing 21 MLD bulk water facility and summer storage

Approved and disclosed on ADB website.

No Changes required

APIIC/05 Providing Water Supply to Industrial Clusters in Southern Region of Andhra Pradesh

Resubmission is required for the changes in the project components

Changes required

APRDC/01 Upgrading & Rehabilitation of ‘Samarlakota to Rajanagaram’ Section of ‘Kakinada – Rajanagaram’ Road to ‘2 Lane Dual Carriageway Standard’


No Changes required

GVMC/02 Distribution Network improvements for NRW reduction and 24x7 supply in GVMC area


No Changes required

UCCRTF/ 04 Developing a 3MW Solar Energy Park at Mudasarlova/ Meghadri Gedda


No Changes required

UCCRTF/ 05 Water shed development and Rejuvenation of Mudasarlova lake.


No Changes required

UCCRTF/ 06 Converting 3 streets into non-vehicular zone Approved and disclosed on ADB website

No Changes required

APTransco/01 Augmenting power distribution capacity for meeting Industry demand at Kapuleppada, Nakkapalli/ Chandanada and Achutapuram locations.


No Changes required

APTransco/03 Augmenting power distribution capacity for meeting Industry demand at Rachagunneri, Naidupeta and Yerpedu locations.


No Changes required

15. The Project-1 under the VICICDP is categorized as Category B. APIIC/05 has been transferred to Project. It does not change the categorization of project -1 as per subproject is also Category B.

E. Project Safeguards Team

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Table 4:Project Safeguards Team PIU/PMU Designation Name of Officer Contact Details

PMU - VCICDP Environmental Safeguards officer

Panchakarla Bhargava (In charge)

[email protected] +91- 9397918382

PMSC Environmental Specialist (Position K9)

Anjay Kumar [email protected] +91-9313329631

APIIC Environmental Officer at Head Office

Mr. Siva Reddy [email protected]; [email protected] +917729955419

Environmental Officer Naidupeta

Mr. Suresh Babu [email protected] +917075920060

Environmental Officer Visakhapatnam

Mr. Kompala Ravi [email protected] +919705428890

APRDC Environmental Safeguards Officer

Ms. V. Sowjanya [email protected] +918008887713

APTRANSCO Environmental Safeguards Officer

Mr Siva Rama Krishna for APTransco/01 Mr. Srirama Chandra Murthy for APTransco/03

[email protected] +91- 9440811195 [email protected] +91-8332983756

GVMC Dy. Executive Engineer, Environmental & Social Safeguards Officer

Mr. B. Maheswar +91-9912255228

F. Subproject wise Construction & Implementation status

16. Description of subprojects (package-wise) and status of implementation (preliminary, detailed design, on-going construction, completed, and/or O&M stage) as of 31 December 2020 has been explained below.

Table 5 Subproject wise Status of Construction upto 31st December, 2020

Package Number

Components/List of Works

Status of Implementation

Contract Status

If On-going Construction %Physical Progress

Expected Completion

Date PIU-APIIC VCICDP-APIIC/01

Construction of 1MLD Common Effluent Treatment (CETP) plant at Naidupeta Industrial cluster

Contracted awarded on 27 June 2018

M/s Ramky Enviro Engineers Limited Agreement Executed. 27.06.18

91.51% 11/07/2019 (31/03/2020) 1st EOT completed on 7/11/2019, 2nd EOT claim up to 31/03/2020 revised EOT proposal submitted up to 31/03/2021

VCICDP-APIIC/03

Augmenting utility services for Naidupeta Industrial cluster. [SWD, power, internal road and one stop Centre.

Contracted awarded on 30 June 2018

M/s SRR Projects

73.90% 17/07/2019 EOT is granted up to 29.10.2020 for balance works and extended up to 31.03.2021 for construction of

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Package Number



Contract Status


Expected Completion

Date ELSR. revised EOT proposal submitted up to 30/06/21

VCICDP-APIIC/04

Providing 21 MLD bulk water facility and summer storage in Naidupeta Industrial cluster.

Contracted awarded 05 March 2018

Awarded to M/s SRR Projects Mobilization Advance: Rs.7.40Crs.

75.27% 12/03/2019 (Revised EOT granted up to 31.12.2020, revised EOT proposal submitted up to 30/06/21)

APIIC/05 Kandaleru Bulk Water supply

Contract awarded

Awarded to M/s KLSR Infratech Ltdand Mobilized for construction work.

13.20% Date of Completion as per Contract 01/12/2021

PIU-APRDC VCICDP-APRDC/01

Upgrading & Rehabilitation of ‘Samarlakota to Rajanagaram’ Section of ‘Kakinada – Rajanagaram’ Road to ‘2 Lane Dual Carriageway Standard’

Contracted awarded on 13 August 2018

Contract awarded

6.08% Date of Completion as per contract 19.04.2021

PIU-GVMC VCICDP-GVMC/02

Distribution Network improvements for NRW reduction and 24x7 supply in GVMC area

Work in progress on 14 March 2018

Awarded Mobilization Advance: Rs.33.67Crs.

41.67% 13-03-2020 / 1st EoT up to 31/12/20 Expected Completion Date (31/12/2021)

VCICDP-UCCRTF/04

Developing a 3MWp Solar Energy Park at Meghadrigedda

Contract Awarded on 22/10/2018

Contract is valid commencement date is 22/10/2018

68.74% (Procurement of panels & inverters 100%, floats 100%, supply of transformer & inverters are completed)

(20.04.2020); Contractor has submitted revised letter for time extension upto 24.03.2021 which is scrutiny by GVMC. However, GVMC is processing

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Package Number



Contract Status


Expected Completion

Date EoT upto 31/12/2020. The work will be completed by 28.02.2021

VCICDP-UCCRTF/05

Water shed development and Rejuvenation of Mudasarlova lake.

Contract awarded on 09/11/2019

work is yet to be started

Physical progress 55.98%

22/11/2020 GVMC is processing EoT

VCICDP-UCCRTF/06

Converting 3 streets into non-vehicular zone

it iunder bidding stage

Package is under procurement

0% Package under Procurement stage

APTRANSCO VCICDP-APTransco/01

Augmenting power distribution capacity for meeting Industry demand at Kapuleppada, Nakkapalle/ Chandanada and Achutapuram locations.

Contract Awarded on 5 June 2018

Awarded on 05.06.2018

48.38% 04-06-2020 31.12.2021

VCICDP-APTransco/03

Augmenting power distribution capacity for meeting Industry demand at Rachagunneri, Naidupeta and Yerpedu locations.

Contract Awarded on 27 February 2018

Awarded. Mobilization Advance: Rs.9.69Crs.

97.72% Date of completion as per contract 13/05/2019 EoT up to 30 June 2020 expected completion 31st March, 2021

Source: Monthly Progress Report December 2020

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Table 6: Compliance Status of legislative requirements

Package No. Subproject Name Statutory Environmenta

l Requirements

Status of Complianc

e

Validity if obtained

Action Required

Remarks

APIIC/01 Construction of CETP at Naidupeta

Environmental Clearance

Complied Valid (one-time clearance)

No action Compliance report attached in annexure Consent Order for Establishment from APPCB dated vide Order No. 230 /APPCB/CFE/RO-NLR/HO/2016 dated 28.12.2016

Consent to Establish and approval of SPCB

Complied Valid for period of 7 years from the date of issue

No action

Obtaining NOCs etc

Complied Yes, Obtained for CETP Construction

No action

APIIC/03 Augmentation of Utilities



No action actin

Permission from APPCB to setup plants

Consent to Establish

Complied Not required No action actin

Obtaining NOCs etc

Being complied with

No action actin

APIIC/04 Bulk water supply and summer storage



No action actin


Intake well to OT Structure at TG canal permission granted by concerned CE, Irrigation



Obtaining NOCs etc

Being complied with

APIIC/05 Providing 112 MLD Bulk water supply to Prioritized Industrial Cluster in Southern Region of AP



No action actin

EC and Pollution control board’s NoC has been taken as part of the area development which includes water supply and treatment of water.



Obtaining NOCs etc

Being complied with

GVMC/02 Water Supply Distribution Network Improvements for NRW reduction & 24x7 Water Supply



No action actin


NH & Railway Consent to Establish


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l Requirements

Status of Complianc

e


Action Required

Remarks

Obtaining NOCs etc

Crossings Permission Concerned Authorities, Right of way (issue) for Laying of 1300 mm Dia& 1200 mm Diams Pipelines @c Padmanabhapuram, Local Residents from Fixing of Warlus Concentrators at Block – 10 & GVMC

Permission for Construction of New SCADA Room are under Progress

UCCRTF-04

Developing a 3 MW Solar Park at Meghadri Gedda



No action actin


NOC from Irrigation department awaited.

Obtained Grid feasibility extension from EPDCL upto 19.10.2020



Obtaining NOCs etc

Being complied with

UCCRTF-05

Water Shed Development and Rejuvenation of Mudasarlova Lake



No action actin

Compliance report attached in annexure

Permission from APPCB to setup plants :-NOC Not Applicable from APPCB

NOC from Irrigation department awaited.



Obtaining NOCs etc

Being complied with

APRDC-01

Widening & Strengthening of Samarlakota to Rajanagaram (SH-148) to Divided Four Lane from Km 26.400 to Km 56.400 In East Godavari District


Complied Subject Vide letter & Date a. Stone crusher (6372/APPCB/ZO-

VSP/KKD/CFO/W&A/2019, dated 29.05.2019. Valid till 31.05.2022

b. Hot mix (6347/APPCB/ZO-VSP/KKD/CFO/W&A/2019, dated 28.01.2019. Valid till 31.12.2021

c. any other Batching Plant - (6347/APPCB/ZO-VSP/KKD/CFO/W&A/2019, dated 28.01.2019. Valid till 31.12.2021

Tree Cutting RC No. 4927/2018-P3 NOC from gram Panchayat for Establishment of Base camp

15/10/2018

License to Work a Factory under Rule 4(4)

03/05/2019

CONSENT ORDER FOR ESTABLISHMENT (CFE) - CRUSHER

OrderNo.6372/APPCB/ZO-VSP/KKD/CFE/2019- dated 23/04/2019

ORANGE CATEGORY CONSENT &

Consent Order No :6372/APPCB/ZO-


Complied

Obtaining NOCs etc

Being complied with

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l Requirements

Status of Complianc

e


Action Required

Remarks

AUTHORIZATION ORDER (CFO) -CRUSHER

VSP/KKD/CFO/W&A/2019- Date:29.05.2019

CONSENT ORDER FOR ESTABLISHMENT (CFE) – HOT MIX & BT

OrderNo.6347/APPCB/ZO-VSP/KKD/CFE/2019- dated 14/12/2019

ORANGE CATEGORY CONSENT & AUTHORIZATION ORDER (CFE) – HOT MIX & BT

Consent Order No :6347/APPCB/ZO-VSP/KKD/CFO/W&A/2019- Date:28.01..2019

Blasting Permission from Deputy Chief Controller of Explosive-Vishakhapatnam

21/02/2018 validity up to 31/03/2022

Permission for Mines & Geology

13/05/2019

Permission of Mines & Quarries

21/05/2019 Qty. 8000 cum.

Permission for Mines & Gravels from TehsildarPeddaperam

26/05/2019 & 29/05/2019

Ground Water for Construction from APGWB

Applied for permission

APTransco-01

Augmenting power distribution capacity at Kapuluppada, Chandanada/Nakkapalli and Atchutapuram under Visakhapatnam node


Complied Subject Vide letter & Date Obtained from VMRDA for 5.4 KM of UG cable laying,

Vide letter RC.No .VMRD~O ~QI3/ 2019. ENG..s~a E.V. Dated 11.07.2019

Road restoration permissions

In Progress

GVMC and NHAI for laying 132KV UG cable. APIIC.

In Progress


Complied

Obtaining NOCs etc

Being complied with

APTransco-3 Augmenting power distribution capacity for meeting Industry demand at Rachagunneri, Naidupeta and Yerepedu locations


Complied Subject Vide letter & Date From Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. regarding Power line Crossings

Dated 14.05.2019


Complied

Obtaining NOCs etc

Being complied with

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II. COMPLIANCE STATUS WITH ENVIRONMENTAL LOAN COVENANTS

17. Tranche-1 subprojects have been classified as “Category B” as per the ADB Environmental Policy. Accordingly IEE reports were prepared during PPTA / BTA and were approved by the ADB. During the implementation. 18. Table 4 shows the environmental safeguard related loan covenants and their compliance status in implementation. All the covenants are being complied in implementation.

Table 7: Loan Covenancts

No. (List schedule and paragraph

number of Loan Agreement)

Covenant Status of Compliance

Environment Schedule 5 of Loan Agreement 6 The Borrower shall ensure, or cause, the EA to

ensure, that the preparation, design, construction, implementation, operation, and decommissioning of project facilities comply with (i) All applicable laws and regulation of

borrower and the state relating to environment, health and safety

(ii) The ADB’s Environmental safeguards; and (iii) All measures and requirement set forth in

EARF , the IEEs and respective EMP and any corrective and preventive actions set forth in the safeguards monitoring report

Complied The applicable laws and regulations of Government of India, Government of Andhra Pradesh and local regulation have been reviewed and incorporated in the IEE and DDR. The IEE and its EMP have been prepared based on ADB’s Safeguards Policy Statement, 2009, All measures set forth in the EARF and IEEs have been included in the contract of the works and awareness training and workshops have been organized for the compliance. Regular monitoring mechanism has been established as per the EARF and IEE.

Human and Financial Resources to Implement Safeguards Requirements

9a The Borrower shall make available, or cause the EA to make available, all necessary budgetary and human resources to fully implement the EMP required.

Complied Budgetary provision has been made in the respective IEE and EMP.

9b The EA shall designate at least one expert each to supervision implementation of the EMPs and RPs, if any

Complied An environmental officer has been designated in each PIU for supervision of implementation environmental safeguards measures in each package. PMSC environmental specialist is also responsible providing all support to contractor and PIU to implement the environmental safeguards measures

10 The Borrower shall ensure, or cause the EA to ensure, that all bidding documents, and contracts for works contain provision that require contractor to :

Complied The IEEs and its EMPs have been made part of the contract and it has been suitably referred in the

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No. (List schedule and paragraph

number of Loan Agreement)

Covenant Status of Compliance

a. Comply with measure and requirement relevant to contractor set forth in the IEEs , the respective EMPs, and the respective RPs, in particular no demolishing or relocating private assets before ensuring asset owner has received compensation and resettlement assistance and any corrective and preventive actions set out in Safeguards Monitoring Report

b. Make available budget for all such environmental and social measures;

c. Provide EA with written notice of any unanticipated environmental resettlement or indigenous people risks if any , or impacts that arise during construction , implementation or operation of the Project that were not considered in the respective IEE , the respective EMP, and the respective RP.

d. Adequately record the condition of roads, agricultural land and other infrastructure prior to starting to transport materials and constructions; and

e. Fully reinstate pathways, other local infrastructure, and agricultural land to at least their pre-project condition upon the completion of construction.

conditions of the contract. The IEE includes environmental management and monitoring budget.

11 The Borrower shall do, or cause the EA to do the following: a. Submit semi-annual safeguards monitoring

report to ADB and disclosure relevant information from such report to affected person promptly upon submission ;

b. If any unanticipated environmental and or social risks and impacts arise due to construction, implementation or operation of the project that were not considered in the respective IEE, the respective EMP and the respective RP, promptly form ADB of occurrence of such risks or impacts, with detailed description of the event and propose corrective action plan;

c. No later than award of related works contract , engage qualified experienced external expert(s) under the selection process and terms of reference acceptable to ADB, to verify information produced through the project monitoring process, and facilitate the carrying out of any verification activities by such external expert; and

d. Report any breach of compliance with the measures and requirements set forth in the respective EMP and the respective RP, promptly after aware of the breach.

Complied The semiannual safeguards monitoring report is being prepared and submitted on time.

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A. Legislative Framework

Table 8: List of Legislative Requirements

S. No. Legal Requirements/ Compliance Environmental Regulations 1 The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

(amended in 1991) EIA Notification 2009 and CRZ Notification 2011 require clearance under this notification condition to its application. 2 The Environment (Protection) Rules,

1986 3 The Air (Prevention &Control of

Pollution) Act,1981 This deals with emission of pollutants defined in Air Act, 1981 and Environmental Protection Act 1986. Air Act 1981 mandates to obtain Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate for the industries defined under this ACT by the State Pollution Control Board.

4 The Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

This deals with discharge of pollutants defined in Water Act, 1974 and Environmental Protection Act 1986. Water Act 1981 mandates to obtain Consent to Establish and Consent to Operate for the industries defined under this ACT by the State Pollution Control Board.

5 The Noise Pollution (Regulation & Control) Rules, 2000

The Noise Pollution Rule 2000 regulates noise generation from various activities and project.

7 The Pesticides Management Act, 2008 The Pesticides Management Act, 2008 regulates the use of pesticides in the plantation and various activities.

8 The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 (amended in 1988)

Forest Conservation Act has been enacted for conservation of forest and it mandates permission and clearance in case Forest Conservation Act is intervened.

9 Hazardous and Other Waste (Management and Trans boundary Movement) Rules, 2016

The Hazardous and Other Waste Rules, 2016 regulates the use, transport, handling, storage and disposal of hazardous material. It mandates permission and authorization from pollution control Board in case this rule is applicable.

10 Solid Waste Management Rules, 2015 Solid Waste management Rule regulates the disposal and treatment of solid waste.

Social Aspect 1 The Bonded Labour System (Abolition)

Act, 1976 The child labour and bonded labour is prohibited through this Act.

2 The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986

3 The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 and rules made thereunder

The Minimum Wages Act regulates, and mandates minimum wages defined by the state government to be implemented.

4 The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970

The facilities like canteen, rest room, first aid facilities, payment of wages and other amenities must be provided under this Act.

5 The Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923

All contractors must be complied the Workmen Compensation Act 1923.

6 The Equal Remuneration Rules, 1976 The Equal Remuneration Rules, 1976 prevent any discrimination in payment among women and men employees.

8 The Maternity Benefits Act, 1961 Maternity benefits have been defined under this Act and requires to be complied.

9 The Trade Union Act, 1926 For the common facilities and bargain for labour are provided in in this act.

10 The Employees Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

For the welfare and future security of the employees this act has been formulated

11 The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013

This Act controls the sexual harassment at work place.

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B. Application of environmental legislation and its permissions

19. The environmental permissions or no-objection or licenses required under government of India and government of Andhra Pradesh are explained below. The permission and are defined in two categories namely

Condition precedence – the condition precedence makes it mandatory to acquire the permission or license or no-objections

Condition occurrence – the condition occurrence makes the it mandatory to acquire when the condition requires to acquire the certificate or it is mandatory for the particular activity <

Sub-project No No Sub-project No No Sub-project No No

APIIC/01 1 APRDC/01 5 UCCRTF/04 9

APIIC/03 2 APTRANSCO/01 6 UCCRTF/05 10

APIIC/04 3 APTRANSCO/03 7 UCCRTF/06 11

APIIC/05 4 GVMC/02 8

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Table 9 : Environmental legislation and its permissions

No. Legislation Requirements for the Project

Applicability 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Remarks

1

National Environment Policy (NEP), 2006

Project should adhere to the NEP principle of: enhancing and conservation of environmental resources and abatement of pollution

The policy governing the environmental rules and legislations and is applicable to all the subprojects.

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2 EIA Notification, 2006 Environmental clearances (EC) The Industrial Parks mentioned earlier in Naidupeta Industrial zone have been granted Environmental Clearance by the MoEF

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3 Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 amended 1988 and its Rules, 1975

Consent for establishment (CFE) and consent for operation (CFO) from APPCB ● Compliance to conditions and

disposal standards stipulated in the CFE and CFO

Applicability of Law

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4 Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, amended 1987 and its Rules, 1982

CFE and CFO from APPCB as applicable Compliance to conditions and emissions standards stipulated in the CFE and CFO. CFE and CFO: (i) diesel generators; (ii) hot mix plants; and (iii) vehicles emitting air pollutants.

Applicability of Law

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5 Environmental (Protection) Act, 1986 amended 1991 and the following rules/notifications: Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986 including amendments ● Municipal Solid

Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules, 2000 ● Noise Pollution

(Regulation and

Solid waste and sludge generated at proposed facilities shall be disposed in accordance with the MSWM Rules. ● Compliance with noise standards ● Compliance to environmental

standards (discharge of effluents) ● Restriction of activities (including

construction, tree cutting, etc.) in the notified zones. There are no eco sensitive zones in or near the subproject locations.

● Applies to protected wetlands (Ramsar sites, wetlands in eco

As Applicable to proposed subproject components.

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Control) Rules, 2000 ● Environmental

Standards of Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) ● Notification of Eco

Sensitive Zones ● Wetland

(Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010

● Hazardous Waste (Management, Handling and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2009

sensitive areas and UNESCO heritage sites & in high altitudes, and wetlands notified by Government of India) - Prohibits/ regulates activities within and near the wetlands. None of the subproject locations has protected wetlands.

● Rules defines and classifies hazardous waste provides procedures for handling hazardous waste.

● Requires Pollution Control Board’s consent for handling hazardous waste.

Procedure for storage of Hazardous wastes and provides procedures for recycling, reprocessing or reuse, important and export of hazardous waste.

6 Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970; ● The Inter-State

Migrant Workmen (Regulation of

Employment and ● Conditions of

Service) Act, 1979

● Department of Labour, GoAP as principle employer.

● Contractor shall register with Labour Department, GoAP if inter-state migrant workmen are engaged.

● Adequate and appropriate amenities and facilities shall be provided to workers including housing, medical aid, travelling expenses from home and back, etc.,

● Applicable to all construction/civil works.

● APIICs to obtain Certificate of Registration. ● Contractors to obtain

license from designated labour officer

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7 The Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996 and the Cess Act of 1996

● Cess should be paid at rate not exceeding 2% of the cost

of construction as may be notified ● The employer is required to

provide safety measures at the building or construction work and other welfare measures, such as canteens, first-aid facilities,

Applicable to any building or other construction work and employ 10 or more workers

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ambulance, housing accommodation for workers near the workplace etc.

● The employer has to obtain a registration certificate from the

Registering Officer.

8 The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986

� No child below 14 years of age will be employed or permitted to work in all the subprojects.

No child below 14 years of age will be employed or permitted to work in all the subprojects.

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9 Minimum Wages Act, 1948

� All construction workers should be paid not less than the prescribed minimum wage

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10 Workmen Compensation Act, 1923

� Compensation for workers in case of injury by accident

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11 Equal Remuneration Act, 1979

� Equal wages for work of equal nature to male and female workers

Applicable

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12 AP State Environment Policy

● Follows the National Environment Policy, 2006

● Project implementation should adhere to the policy aims

Applicable

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13 The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988

Standards for vehicular pollution and prevention control. The authority also checks emission standards of Registered vehicles, collects road taxes, and issues licenses. ● In August 1997, the Pollution

under Control Certificate (PUC) program was launched in an attempt to crackdown on the vehicular emissions in the States. All the vehicles that will be used in construction of the subprojects will have to comply with the PUC norms set down under this act.

Applicable √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

Pollution under control certificate

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14 Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification 6th January 2011 � Central Government have declared the coastal stretches of seas, bays, estuaries, creeks, rivers and back waters which are influenced by tidal action (in the landward side) up to 500m from the High Tide Line (HTL) and the land between the Low Tide Line (LTL) & High Tide Line (HTL) as “Coastal Regulation Zone” (CRZ), as per the provisions of the CRZ Notification 6th January 2011.

The main objectives of the Coastal Regulation Zone Notification, 2011 are: to ensure livelihood security to the fishing communities and other local communities living in the coastal areas; to conserve and protect coastal stretches and; to promote development in a sustainable manner based on Scientific principles, taking into account the dangers of natural hazards in the coastal areas and sea level rise due to global warming.

Naidupeta Industrial Estate does not attract requirements under CRZ

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15 Minor Mineral and concession Rules

For opening new quarries. Regulate use of minor minerals like stone, soil, river sand etc.

Applicable √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

16 The Mining Act (1952) The mining act has been notified for safe and sound mining activity. The construction of road subprojects will require aggregates. These will be procured through mining from riverbeds and quarries

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17 Notification for use of fly ash from thermal power plants within 100km reaches of the project.

The MoEF had issued in 2009 a notification that all brick units within 100km radius of thermal power plants were required to use fly ash for making bricks as well as using it for construction activities like building or roads.

Applicable .

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18 Public Liability and Insurance Act 1991

Protection from hazardous materials and accident.

Applicable

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19 National Environment Appellate Authority Act (NEAA) 1997

Grievances process and how they will be dealt with.

Applicable

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20 Explosive Act 1984 - For transporting and storing diesel, bitumen etc.

Safe transportation, storage and use of explosive material.

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21 The Factories Act, 1948 - The Andhra Pradesh Factory Rules

The Act lays down the procedure for approval of plans before setting up a factory, health and safety provisions, welfare provisions, working hours and rendering information-regarding accidents or dangerous occurrences to designated authorities.

Applicable

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22 Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996.

The Rules provide for mandatory preparation of On-Site Emergency Plans by the industry and Off-Site Plans by the district collector and the constitution of four tier crisis groups at the centre, district, and local levels for the management of chemical disaster.

Applicable

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23 Permission for extraction of ground water for use in road construction activities from State Ground Water Board.

Extraction of groundwater. Applicable to rehabilitation and improvement of water supply. To be obtained prior to initiation of any work involving abstraction of groundwater

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24 Permission for use of water for construction purpose from irrigation department

Use of surface water for construction Applicable. To be obtained prior to initiation of any work involving use of surface water for construction

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C. Compliance Status with Site Specific Environmental Management Plan

Table 10: Package-wise Status of IEEs

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Final IEE based on Detailed Design Site-specific EMP

(Yes/No)

Remarks

Not yet due for submission

Date of Submission to

ADB

Disclosed on project website (Provide Link)

Final IEE provided to Contractor/s

(Yes/No) APIIC/01 Construction of 1MLD

Common Effluent Treatment (CETP) plant at Naidupeta Industrial cluster

Construction design to be prepared after site survey and investigation by the contractor.

Submitted on 8 February 2019


Yes https://www.apindustries.gov.in/VCIC/Data/Tranch_1/Tranch_1_01.pdf http://www.apiic.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tranch_1_01.pdf

Yes

Yes Draft IEE is part of the contract

APIIC/03 Augmenting utility services for Naidupeta Industrial cluster. [SWD, power, internal road and one stop Centre.



Yes http://www.apiic.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tranch_1_02.pdf https://www.apindustries.gov.in/VCIC/Data/Tranch_1/Tranch_1_03.pdf

Yes

Yes IEE is part of the contract

APIIC/04 Providing 21 MLD bulk water facility and summer storage in Naidupeta Industrial cluster.



Yes https://www.apindustries.gov.in/VCIC/Data/Tranch_1/Tranch_1_03.pdf http://www.apiic.in/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tranch_1_03.pdf

Yes


APIIC/05 Providing Water Supply to Industrial Clusters in Southern Region of Andhra Pradesh

Submitted in February 2020 and commence received

Resubmission is required as the project has been transferred from Project -1 to Project -2

To be disclosed Submission is in process

Submission is in process

IEE is part of the contract

APRDC/01 Upgrading & Rehabilitation of ‘Samarlakota to Rajanagaram’ Section of ‘Kakinada – Rajanagaram’ Road to ‘2 Lane Dual Carriageway Standard’



Yes https://www.adb.org/sites/default/files/project-documents/48434/48434-003-iee-en_6.pdf https://www.apindustries.gov.in/VCIC/Data/Tranch_1/Tranch_1_04.pdf

Yes


GVMC/02 Distribution Network improvements for NRW reduction and 24x7 supply in GVMC area

January 2019 version submitted to ADB

January 2019 version submitted to ADB


Yes Yes IEE is part of the contract

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P a c k a g e C o m p o n e n t s

D e s i g n S t Final IEE based on Detailed Design Site-specific EMP

Remarks

UCCRTF-04 Developing a 3 MW Solar Park at Meghadri Gedda

Submitted to ADB in October 2018



Yes Final IEE is part of Bid Document/ Contract

Yes IEE is part of the bid documents

UCCRTF-05 Water shed development and Rejuvenation of Mudasarlova lake.




Yes Final IEE is part of Bid Document/ Contract

Yes IEE is part of the bid documents

UCCRTF-06 Converting 3 streets into non-vehicular zone

DDR has been submitted to ADB in October 2018


Yes https://www.adb.org/sites/default/files/project-documents/48434/48434-003-sddr-en_1.pdf https://www.apindustries.gov.in/VCIC/Data/Tranch_1/Tranch_1_11.pdf

Yes DDR is part of the bid documents

APTransco/01 Augmenting power distribution capacity for meeting Industry demand at Kapuleppada, Nakkapalle/ Chandanada and Achutapuram locations.

Prepared Submitted on 8 February 2019




APTransco/03 Augmenting power distribution capacity for meeting Industry demand at Rachagunneri, Naidupeta and Yerpedu locations.

Prepared Submitted on 8 February 2019




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D. Site Specific Environmental Management Plan and Its Monitoring Report

Table 11: VCICDP/APIIC/01 - Construction of CETP

Impacts (List from IEE)

Mitigation Measures (List from IEE)

Parameters Monitored

Location Responsible for mitigation

Monitoring Method

Responsible for Monitoring

Date of Monitoring Compliance Status

Design Phase / Pre-construction Stage EIA Approval Necessary planning and

Coordination with concerned authorities

Prior notice to and consultation with concerned authority, public to be affected so as to ensure that work does not get affected.

Environmental clearance has been obtained for the

All project site

APIIC Document check

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC

Monthly monitoring by the contractor and Resident Engineer of PMSC and Environmental officer of APIIC is being done regularly.

Complied.

Contractor Preparatory works

The Contractor will complete the followingactivitiesnolaterthan30 days upon issuance of Notice to Proceed

1. Submit appointment letter and resume of the Contractor’s Environmental Officer(EO)to SC/APIIC 2. EO will engage CSC- Environment Special sand to a meeting to discuss in detail the EMP, seek clarification and recommend corresponding revisions if necessary 3. EO will request CSC-ES copy of monthly monitoring formats and establish deadlines of resubmission. 4. EO will submit for CSC-ES approval an action plan to secure all permits and approvals needed to be secured during construction

The identified items are being prepared.

All project site

APIIC Document check

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Complied.

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Monitoring Method



stage which include but not limited to:

i. Agreement with TSDF for transport, storage and disposal of hazardous waste (e.g. Sludge, toxic untreated wastewater),

ii. Temporary storage location, iii. water use, and iv. Emission and fitness

compliance of all vehicles to be used for hazardous waste transfer to CETPs.

CONSTRUCTIONPHASE Air Pollution Maintaining adequate moisture

at surface of any earthwork layer completed or non-completed unless and until base course is applied, to avoid dust emission.

Stock pilings oil at designated area sand at least 5m away from traffic lane.

Air quality monitoring is being done the contractor construction stage

All places of construction site and air quality monitoring is

Contractor Laboratory testing and visual inspection

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC

Monthly monitoring by the contractor and Resident Engineer of PMSC and Environmental officer of APIIC is being done regularly. The Air quality testing could not be done last reporting period. This was mainly due to COVID19 restrictions and the progress of work was not significant.

Sprinkling of water as necessary Dust generation from site

CETP construction site

Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection

Contractor and APIIC


Complied

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Monitoring Method



Water Pollution Storage of construction material and excavated soil above high flood level

Storage of material above flooding level; as the entire site is above HFL so no risk of flooding


Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection



Complied

•Strictly avoiding cleaning / washing of construction vehicle in any water body

Construction vehicle conditions


Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection



Complied

Proper planning of site clearing and grubbing so as not to keep the cleared site before working for long duration.

Providing temporary side drains, catch water bank or drains, sedimentation basin, as necessary to avoid or minimize erosion and prevent sedimentation to receiving water bodies

Site condition CETP construction site

Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection



Complied

Groundwater pollution

All wastewater will be diverted to a ditch that will be managed for the period of construction and after construction such ditches will be filled and restored to original condition.

Drains and construction of ditch for disposal of wastewater


Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection



Complied

Providing septic tanks for treating sewage from toilets

Septic tank presence at

CETP construction

Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection


Monthly monitoring by the contractor and

Being complied

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Monitoring Method



before discharging through soak pits

Decanting and or controlled disposal of oil and grease as collected at collection tanks of maintenance yard and chemical storage areas

site site Resident Engineer of PMSC and Environmental officer of APIIC is being done regularly.

Septic tank is under construction.

Noise Pollution and Vibration

Protection devices (ear plugs or earmuffs) will be provided to the workers operating in the vicinity of high noise generating machines.

Construction equipment and machinery should be fitted with silencers and maintained properly.

Source-control through proper maintenance of all equipment.

Use of properly designed engine enclosures and intake silencers.

Noise measurements should be carried out along the road to ensure the effectiveness of mitigation measures.

Vehicles and equipment used should confirm to the prescribed noise pollution norms.

High noise level


Contract M/s Ramkey

Noise testing report



Complied

Land Pollution Providing impervious platform and oil and grease trap for collection of spillage from construction equipment vehicle maintenance platform,

Collection oil and lubes drips in container during repairing construction equipment vehicles

Oil and lubricant storage and handling system


Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection



Complied

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Monitoring Method



Providing impervious platform and collection tank for spillage of liquid fuel and lubes at storage area

Collecting kitchen waste at separate bins and disposing of in a pit at designated area/s Collecting plastics in separate bins and disposing in deep trench at designated area/s covering with soil

Collecting cottons, clothes etc. at separate in sand burning in a pit(with sand bed)

Solid waste management system


Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection



Complied

Occupational health and safety of workers

Water supply, sanitation, drainage and medical health facilities at campsite

Providing and using PPEs Using working reverse horn for

all construction equipment and vehicles

Safe working condition and use of PPE at site


Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection



Complied

Accidents and safety

Providing adequate light at construction zone if working during night time is permitted by the Engineer Conducting induction and periodic training for all workers and supervisors

Accident records and working condition


Contract M/s Ramkey

Visual inspection



Complied

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Table 12: VCIDP/APIIC/03 Augmentation of Utilities





Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

Compliance Status

Design Phase / Pre-construction Stage Undertake all necessary requirements to obtain EIA approval for Naidupeta industrial estate including the proposed subprojects

Necessary planning and coordination with concerned authorities

Prior notice to and consultation with concerned authority, public to be affected so as to ensure that work does not get affected.

Environmental Clearance No public is affected in this package

Naidupeta industrial cluster

EC compliance is responsibility of APIIC

Documents check

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Complied; EC and NoC has been obtained

The Contractor will complete the following activities no later than 30 days upon issuance of Notice to Proceed Submit appointment letter

and resume of the Contractor’s Environmental Officer (EO) to APIIC.

EO will engage APIIC/ PMSC -Environment Specialist and to a meeting to discuss in detail the EMP, seek clarification and recommend corresponding revisions if necessary.

EO will request APIIC copy of monthly monitoring formats and establish deadlines for submission.

EO will submit for APIIC Environmental officer for approval an action plan to secure all permits and approvals needed to be secured during construction stage which include but not limited to:

Letters and physical progress

Office of the contractor

Contractor Document check

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Being complied; Contractor has designated Environmental officer in compliance to

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Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

Compliance Status

i. disposal of hazardous waste (e.g. sludge, toxic untreated wastewater),

ii. temporary storage location,

iii. water use, and iv. ditch that will be managed

for the period of construction and after construction such ditches will be filled and restored to original condition.

Construction Stage The proposed construction works related to internal roads, water supply, power transmission and distribution lines, etc. Dust during earth works or from spoil dumps.

Air pollution during construction activities needs to follow all requirements relating to obtaining permits and maintaining emission requirements as per the statutory norms.

Regular sprinkling of water, as necessary.

Maintaining adequate moisture at surface of any earthwork layer completed or non-completed unless and until base course is applied, to avoid dust emission.

Monitoring of Ambient Air Quality Visual verification of dust generation

Sub project Location

Contractor Laboratory testing

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Being Complied.

Vehicles and Construction machinery

Protection devices (ear plugs or ear muffs) will be provided to the workers operating near high noise generating machines.

Construction equipment and machinery should be fitted with silencers and maintained properly.

Availability and use of PPE

Project construction site

Contractor Site inspection APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Being Complied

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Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

Compliance Status

Source-control through proper maintenance of all equipment.

Use of properly designed engine enclosures and intake silencers.

Noise measurements should be carried out along the road to ensure the effectiveness of mitigation measures.

Vehicles and equipment used should confirm to the prescribed noise pollution norms.

Spillage from plant and equipment at construction camp

Providing impervious platform and oil and grease trap for collection of spillages from construction equipment vehicle.

Site condition Project construction site



Being Complied

Domestic solid waste and liquid waste generated at camp

Collecting kitchen waste at separate bins and disposing of in a pit at designated area/s

Collecting plastics in separate bins and disposing in deep trench at designated area/s covering with soil.

Collecting cottons, clothes etc. at separate bins and burning in a pit (with sand bed) maintenance platform

Collection oil and lubes drips in container during repairing construction equipment

Waste generation




Being Complied

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Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

Compliance Status

vehicles Providing impervious

platform and collection tank for spillage of liquid fuel and lubes at storage area

Construction camp Water supply, sanitation, drainage and medical health facilities at campsite

Providing and using PPEs Using working reverse horn

for all construction equipment and vehicles

PPE, Sanitation, Facility at labour camp




Being Complied

Construction sites Providing adequate light at construction zone if working during night time is permitted by the Engineer

Conducting induction and periodic training for all workers and supervisors

Safety measures




Being Complied

Potential safety risks to community.

Provide fence or barricade (as appropriate), sufficient lights, clear warning signs and danger signals, and take all precautions identified in the community and safety plan

Assign security personnel to prevent accidents, trespassing, and pilferage.

Contractor(s) to direct drivers to strictly follow road regulations

Safety measures


Contractor Site inspection

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Being Complied

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Table 13: VCIDP/APIIC04/ 21 MLD Bulk Water Supply


Mitigation Measures (List from IEE) Parameters Monitored


Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

Compliance Status

Construction Stage

Exhaust emissions from vehicles

Windblown dust during material movement

Fugitive dust during material unloading

Dust suspension during site preparation, construction and trenching

Emissions from DG sets

To reduce impacts from exhausts, emission control norms shall be enforced/adhered.

All the vehicles and construction machinery shall be periodically checked to ensure compliance to the emission standards

Construction equipment and transport vehicles shall be periodically washed to remove accumulated dirt

Providing adequately sized construction yard for storage of construction materials, equipment tools, earthmoving equipment, etc.

Provide enclosures on all sides of construction site

Water sprinkling shall be carried out to suppress fugitive dust in the project site

Environmental awareness program shall be provided to the personnel involved in developmental works

Use of tarpaulin covers and speed regulations for vehicles engaged in transportation

Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

Near Construction site

Contractor Laboratory test

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Being complied

Noise /Vibration from following activities Vehicles

transporting construction material

Diesel run engines of

Noise levels shall be maintained below threshold levels stipulated by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) time to time

Procurement of machinery/construction equipment in accordance with specifications conforming to source noise levels less than 75 dB (A)

Well-maintained construction equipment, which meets the regulatory

Ambient Noise Level Monitoring


Contractor Laboratory test

Contractor Monthly monitoring by the contractor and Resident Engineer of PMSC and Environmental officer of APIIC is being done regularly.

Being complied

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Mitigation Measures (List from IEE) Parameters Monitored


Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

Compliance Status

construction machinery

Drilling/Pile driving activities

standards for source noise levels, shall be used

Any equipment emitting high noise, wherever possible, shall be oriented so that the noise is directed away from sensitive receptors

Noise attenuation shall be practised for noisy equipment by employing suitable techniques such as acoustic controls, insulation and vibration dampers

High noise generating activities such as piling and drilling shall be scheduled in day time

Personnel exposed to noise levels beyond threshold limits shall be provided with PPE.

Disturbance to Natural Drainage pattern

Impact to natural flow of runoff due to blockage and change of drainage course

The drains passing through the area shall be rerouted as per the drain rerouting plan

Adequate storm water drainage system shall be provided.

The storm water system need to be properly connected to the natural drainage system of the area

Drainage system shall be provided at construction yard. Measures shall be taken to prevent silting of natural drainage due to runoff from construction areas

Drains will be constructed first then existing drains will be closed and diverted to new drains


Contractor Visual inspection and record checking

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Being Complied

Vegetation and Strain on existing infrastructure Loss of

vegetation and strain on existing infrastructure.

Commencement of greenbelt development during construction phase especially in terms of nursery development and identification of indigenous species

Temporary workers camp with self-sufficient infrastructure facilities.

No of trees to be cut.


Contractor Visual inspection and

APIIC/ PMU/ PMSC


Being Complied

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Table 1415: APTRANCO/03 Rachagunneri-Yerpedu





Monitoring Method



Design Phase / Pre-construction Stage • Loss of agricultural

land and crops • Loss of habitat and

vegetation clearing • Land acquisition • Increase in soil

erosion and impact to soil productivity

• Use of criteria for site selection which include environmental factors to minimize potential impacts

• Use of checklist/questionnaire in evaluating substation sites which aim at avoidance of land acquisition and environmental impacts

• Substations are all on government land

• No land acquisition required but transfers of ownership from the APIIC to AP-TRANSCO is required

• Transmission line will not traverse forest, sanctuary, or protected areas

Use of non PCB1 based oil for transformers

Loss of agricultural land has been compensated as per the prevailing land acquisition act. The land acquired is not cultivable.

Rachgunneria and Yerpudu substation locations

Contractor/ APTRANSCO

Document inspection, site verification and consultation with project affected persons

APTRANSCO PMU PMSC

Monthly monitoring by the contractor and Resident Engineer of PMSC and APTRANSCO are being done regularly. The civil work has been completed by 31 December 2020.

Complied and completed

• Physical displacement of people and structures

• Economic loss to people

• Disturbance and inconvenience to people due to traffic, increased noise and dust levels, vibration

• Interference to existing utilities





APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



• Interference to local drainage

• Water quality impacts due to erosion and/or sedimentation

APTRANSCO PMU PMSC

Monthly monitoring by the contractor and Resident Engineer of PMSC and APTRANSCO are being done regularly. The civil work has been completed by 31

1 Polychloro Biphenyls

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Monitoring Method



December 2020. • Increase dust

and noise levels, and vibration

Emissions from heavy equipment machinery and construction vehicles

No impact recipient near the project site. Moreover, the monitoring of noise level will be conducted.




APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



Construction Stage Awareness of workers on the environmental requirements and their responsibility Understanding of Contractor(s) of their responsibility in implementing the EMP

Conduct briefing of Contractor(s) on EMP, records management, and reporting

• Identify critical areas to be monitored and the required mitigation measures

• Create awareness of sexually-transmitted diseases such as HIV/AIDs

• Conduct training/drills on emergency preparedness

• Encourage workers to conduct exercises every day prior to start of work to keep fit

Awareness session conducted by the contractor and




APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



• Avoid effects of Contractor(s) unplanned activities

• Temporary pedestrian and traffic management plan

No such circumstances

Thought out the project site

contractor Visual inspection and verification of documents

APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



Smooth work implementation

Community and safety plan Documents of site-specific


contractor Visual inspection

APTRANSCO PMU

Monthly monitoring by the contractor and Resident


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Monitoring Method



environmental management plan

and verification of documents

PMSC Engineer of PMSC and APTRANSCO are being done regularly. The civil work has been completed by 31 December 2020.

Spoils disposal plan Documents of site-specific environmental management plan



APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



Noise and dust control plan Documents of site-specific environmental management plan



APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



Drainage and storm water management plan

Documents of site-specific environmental management plan



APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



• Materials management plan

• Construction waste management plan




APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



• Conflict due to potential

Contractor(s) will be encouraged to use

The contractor will arrange

Construction and labour


APTRANSCO PMU

Monthly monitoring by the contractor and Resident


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Monitoring Method



workers’ migration

• Lack of local support to the project

• Dispute over transparency of hiring

local labour for manual work and eligible local workforce for clerical and office jobs

labors. The contract will keep their labors in labour camp. The labour camp has been paced away from the community and sharing of facility of community has been avoided by placing the

camp site PMSC Engineer of PMSC and APTRANSCO are being done regularly. The civil work has been completed by 31 December 2020.

• Dismantling of structure(s) and equipment from existing substations

• Dismantled equipment may be suspected or potentially-PCB contaminated

Construction management planwill be strictly implemented

• Use of proper safety clothes/equipment in dismantling structure(s) and equipment

No dismantling of existing substation

All project sites

Contractor Visual inspection

APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



Potential safety risks to community

• Provide fence or barricade (as appropriate), sufficient lights, clear warning signs and danger signals, and take all precautions identified in the community and safety plan

• Assign security personnel to prevent accidents, trespassing, and pilferage

• Contractor(s) to direct

Full boundary wall is being constructed

At Rachagunneri substation and Yerpedu substation


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



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Monitoring Method



drivers to strictly follow road regulations

Interference with road crossings

• Danger and clearly visible warning signs will be posted at designated sites

• Scaffoldings will be placed over road crossing points

• Construction vehicles to strictly follow road regulations

• Implement temporary pedestrian and traffic management plan

Measures will be adopted during road crossing

At the road crossings


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



Potential health and safety risks to workers

• Provide sanitary facilities and wash areas

• Provide safe drinking water and garbage bins

• Enforce good housekeeping at all times

• Provide workers with hard hat, safety shoes and belts

• Coordinate with nearest hospital for arrangements in case of accidents

• Assign nurse or medical staff to make weekly rounds at substation

Facilities to be provided in the labour camp

Labour camp at Rachgunneri and Yerpedu


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



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Monitoring Method



sites • Set up first aid

treatment within construction sites and field office

• Observance and compliance with relevant safety measures required by law and best engineering practices

• Provide communication devices to designated workers

• Erosion and localized flooding

Only minimal vegetation will be cleared since most of the substation sites are on grassland. Landscaping/replanting of trees at substations will be done after completion of construction works

Visual inspection of flooding and soil erosion.

Within the site


APTRANSCO and PMSC/ PMU



• Compensation for temporary damages to crops/plants along the ROW and substations

• Cut trees owned by the government will be sold and revenue turned over to Revenue Authority

• Debris/dismantled structures/equipment will be disposed of in designated landfill and/or controlled dumpsites

• Usable scrap materials from dismantling will be

• stored in warehouses of

Compensation for temporary crop loss will be compensatory as per the entitlement framework

Locations where stringing of wire will take place.


Visual inspection and document verification

APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



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Monitoring Method



AP-TRANSCO • Erosion-control

measures will be provided (as needed)

• Implement spoils disposal plan and construction waste management plan

• Generation of sewage from construction workers

• Localized flooding • Increase turbidity

in surface water near construction sites

• Avoidance of waterways in site selection

• Provide sanitary facilities to workers and safe drinking water.

• Construction works will be done during summer in areas potential for erosion and localized flooding

• Implement drainage and storm water management plan

• Waterways were avoided in selecting subproject sites

Facilities at labour camp like water supply, toilets and medical facility

Labour camps


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



• Heavy equipment and construction vehicles may increase vehicular emissions

• Transport of construction materials to constructions sites may increase dust

• Construction vehicles will be maintained to minimize vehicular emissions

• Enclose construction sites temporarily to contain dust dispersion

• Temporary storage / Warehouse for construction materials onsite will be provided

Safety and security at construction site and construction camp

All locations of construction and construction camp site


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC



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Monitoring Method



level • Earthmoving

works, excavations, and opened land areas for substations and towers may increase dust levels

• Increase in noise level and vibration from excavation and heavy equipment and construction vehicles

to reduce trips of material delivery

• Contractor(s) will be required to maintain construction vehicles and heavy equipment machineries regularly to reduce emissions

• Opened land areas or sources of dust will be sprayed with water (as

needed) • Transport of dust

generating materials will be covered

• Observance of low speed by vehicles to reduce noise

• Noise-generating works will be done between 7AM and 7PM done at daytime as required by APPCB

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Table 16: APTRANCO/01 Visakhapatnam





Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

ComplianceStatus

Design Phase / Pre-construction Stage • Loss of

agricultural land and crops

• Loss of habitat and vegetation clearing

• Land acquisition • Increase in soil

erosion and impact to soil productivity

• Use of criteria for site selection which include environmental factors to minimize potential impacts

• Use of checklist/questionnaire in evaluating substation sites which aim at avoidance of land acquisition and environmental impacts

• Substations are all on government land

• No land acquisition required but transfers of ownership from the APIIC to AP-TRANSCO is required

• Transmission line will not traverse forest, sanctuary, or protected areas

Use of non PCB2 based oil for transformers


Brandis substation locations



APTRANSCO PMU PMSC

Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

complied

• Physical displacement of people and structures

• Economic loss to people

• Disturbance and inconvenience to people due to traffic, increased noise and dust levels, vibration

• Interference to existing utilities





APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


complied

• Interference to local drainage

• Water quality impacts due to erosion and/or sedimentation

Construction work of culvert or drains while laying of underground cable in Kappulupada

Hanumantha Circle to Kappulupada

APTRANSCO/ Contractor M/s Rahul Cable

Visual inspection

APTRANSCO/PMSC This is under approval and permission from NHAI for laying of underground cable.

Will be complied.

2 Polychloro Biphenyls

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Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

ComplianceStatus

• Increase dust and noise levels, and vibration

• Emissions from heavy equipment machinery and construction vehicles

No impact recipient near the project site. Moreover, the monitoring of noise level will be conducted.




APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being complied

Construction Stage Awareness of workers on the environmental requirements and their responsibility Understanding of Contractor(s) of their responsibility in implementing the EMP

Conduct briefing of Contractor(s) on EMP, records management, and reporting

• Identify critical areas to be monitored and the required mitigation measures

• Create awareness of sexually-transmitted diseases such as HIV/AIDs



Awareness session conducted by the contractor and




APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being complied

• Avoid effects of Contractor(s) unplanned activities

• Temporary pedestrian and traffic management plan

No such circumstances

Thought out the project site


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being Complied

Smooth work implementation

Community and safety plan Documents of site-specific environmental management plan



APTRANSCO PMU PMSC

Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental

Being Complied

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Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

ComplianceStatus

Specialist Spoils disposal plan Documents of

site-specific environmental management plan



APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being Complied

Noise and dust control plan Documents of site-specific environmental management plan



APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being Complied

Drainage and storm water management plan




APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being Complied

• Materials management plan • Construction waste management

plan




APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being Complied

• Conflict due to potential workers’ migration

• Lack of local support to the project

• Dispute over

Contractor(s) will be encouraged to use local labour for manual work and eligible local workforce for clerical and office jobs

The contractor will arrange labors. The contract will keep their labors in labour camp. The labour

Construction and labour camp site


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being complied

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Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

ComplianceStatus

transparency of hiring

camp has been paced away from the community and sharing of facility of community has been avoided by placing the

• Dismantling of structure(s) and equipment from existing substations

• Dismantled equipment may be suspected, or potentially-PCB contaminated

• Construction management plan will be strictly implemented

• Use of proper safety clothes/equipment in dismantling structure(s) and equipment

No dismantling of existing substation

NA NA NA APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Potential safety risks to community

• Provide fence or barricade (as appropriate), sufficient lights, clear warning signs and danger signals, and take all precautions identified in the community and safety plan

• Assign security personnel to prevent accidents, trespassing, and pilferage

• Contractor(s) to direct drivers to strictly follow road regulations

Full boundary wall is being constructed

Brandis Substation


APTRANSCO Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Being complied

Interference with road crossings

• Danger and clearly visible warning signs will be posted at designated sites

• Scaffoldings will be placed over road crossing points

• Construction vehicles to strictly follow road regulations

• Implement temporary

Measures will be adopted during road crossing

At the road crossings


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Will be complied.

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Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

ComplianceStatus

pedestrian and traffic management plan

Potential health and safety risks to workers

• Provide sanitary facilities and wash areas

• Provide safe drinking water and garbage bins

• Enforce good housekeeping at all times

• Provide workers with hard hat, safety shoes and belts

• Coordinate with nearest hospital for arrangements in case of accidents

• Assign nurse or medical staff to make weekly rounds at substation sites

• Set up first aid treatment within construction sites and field office

• Observance and compliance with relevant safety measures required by law and best engineering practices

• Provide communication devices to designated workers

Facilities to be provided in the labour camp

Labour camp Contractor Visual inspection

APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being complied

• Erosion and localized flooding

• Only minimal vegetation will be cleared since most of the substation sites are on grassland.

• Landscaping/replanting of trees at substations will be done after completion of construction works

Flooding within the site

All location of construction sites.


APTRANSCO and PMU/PMSC


Being complied.

• Compensation for temporary damages to crops/plants along the ROW and substations

• Cut trees owned by the government will be sold

Compensation for temporary crop loss will be compensatory as per the

Locations where stringing of wire will take place.


Visual inspection and document verification

APTRANSCO PMU PMSC

Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC

Being complied.

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Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

ComplianceStatus

and revenue turned over to Revenue Authority

• Debris/dismantled structures/equipment will be disposed of in designated

• landfill and/or controlled dumpsites

• Usable scrap materials from dismantling will be

• stored in warehouses of AP-TRANSCO

• Erosion-control measures will be provided (as needed)

• Implement spoils disposal plan and construction waste management plan

entitlement framework

Environmental Specialist

• Generation of sewage from construction workers

• Localized flooding

• Increase turbidity in surface water near construction sites

• Avoidance of waterways in site selection

• Provide sanitary facilities to workers and safe drinking water.

• Construction works will be done during summer in areas potential for erosion and localized flooding

• Implement drainage and storm water management plan

• Waterways were avoided in selecting subproject sites

Facilities at labour camp like water supply, toilets and medical facility

Labour camps


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being complied

• Heavy equipment and construction vehicles may increase vehicular emissions

• Transport of construction materials to

• Construction vehicles will be maintained to minimize vehicular emissions

• Enclose construction sites temporarily to contain dust dispersion

• Temporary storage / Warehouse for construction materials onsite will be provided to reduce trips of

Safety and security at construction site and construction camp

All locations of construction and construction camp site


APTRANSCO PMU PMSC


Being complied

of 148





Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring

ComplianceStatus

constructions sites may increase dust level

• Earthmoving works, excavations, and opened land areas for substations and towers may increase dust levels

• Increase in noise level and vibration from excavation and heavy equipment and construction vehicles

material delivery • Contractor(s) will be

required to maintain construction vehicles and heavy equipment machineries regularly to reduce emissions

• Opened land areas or sources of dust will be sprayed with water (as needed)

• Transport of dust generating materials will be covered

• Observance of low speed by vehicles to reduce noise

• Noise-generating works will be done between 7AM and 7PM done at daytime as required by APPCB

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Table 17: GVMC/02 - 24X7 Water Supply





Monitoring Method



Design Phase / Pre-construction Stage • Utilities Telephone

lines, electric poles and wires, water lines within proposed project area

• Identify and include locations and operators of these utilities in the detailed design documents to prevent unnecessary disruption of services during construction phase; and

• Require construction contractors to prepare a contingency plan to include actions to be done in case of unintentional interruption of services.

• Require contractors to prepare spoils management plan and traffic management plan

Utility shifting is being done after permission of the concerned department.

All along the road

Contractor Verification of documents and site verification

GVMC PMU PMSC

GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Being complied

• Social and Cultural Resources

• Ground disturbance can uncover and damage archaeological and historical remains

• Consult Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) or concerned dept. of Andhra Govt. to obtain an expert assessment of the archaeological potential of the site; Consider alternatives if the site is found to be of medium or high risk;

• Develop a protocol for use by the construction contractors in conducting any excavation work, to ensure that any chance finds are recognized, and measures are taken to ensure they are protected and conserved.

No archeological site intervention involved in the project.

NA NA NA GVMC PMU PMSC


• Construction work camps, hot mix plants, stockpile

• Prioritize areas within or nearest possible vacant space in the project location;

All facilities for labors like drinking water,

Labour camp Contractor Visual inspection

GVMC PMU PMSC

GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit

Being complied

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Monitoring Method



areas, storage areas, and disposal areas.

• Disruption to traffic flow and sensitive receptors

• If it is deemed necessary to locate elsewhere, consider sites that will not promote instability and result in destruction of property, vegetation, irrigation, and drinking water supply systems;

• Do not consider residential areas;

• Take extreme care in selecting sites to avoid direct disposal to water body which will inconvenience the community.

• For excess spoil disposal, ensure (a) site shall be selected preferably from barren, infertile lands. In case agricultural land needs to be selected, written consent from landowners (not lessees) will be obtained; (b) debris disposal site shall be at least 200 m away from surface water bodies; (c) no residential areas shall be located within 50 m downwind side of the site; and (d) site is minimum 250 m away from sensitive locations like settlements, ponds/lakes or other water bodies.

sanitation, solid waste disposal facility, cot and medical facility

during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

• Sources of Materials

• Extraction of materials can disrupt natural land contours and vegetation resulting

• Prioritize sites already permitted by the authorized agency; If other sites are necessary, inform construction contractor that it is their responsibility to verify the suitability of all material sources and to obtain the approval of

Licenses and permits and royalty paid receipt.

Project construction camps and office


GVMC PMU PMSC

GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental

Being complied

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Monitoring Method



in accelerated erosion, disturbance in natural drainage patterns, ponding and water logging, and water pollution.

PMU and If additional quarries required after construction is started, inform construction contractor to obtain a written approval from PIU

Specialist

• Structural and seismic stability of storage reservoirs (OHTs or GLSRs) is to be ensured for the safety of people working in and living around these structures.

• The failure of the storage structures can be catastrophic.

• The design shall incorporate seismicity of the place and all other safety factors. All care shall be taken to ensure a safe and structurally sound construction.

All structure shall be reviewed by government recognized institutions.

Drawings and designs of project


GVMC PMU PMSC


Being complied

• Consents, permits, clearances, NOCs, etc.

• Failure to obtain necessary consents, permits, NOCs, etc can result to design revisions and/or stoppage of works

• Obtain all necessary consents, permits, clearance, NOCs, etc. prior to start of civil works.

• Acknowledge in writing and provide report on compliance all obtained consents, permits, clearance, NOCs,etc.

• Include in detailed design drawings and documents all conditions and provisions if necessary

Records and Documents

Office of contractor


GVMC PMU PMSC


Being complied

• Asbestos Cement Pipes

• Health risk due to exposure to asbestos materials

• Obtain details from of the nature and location of all water supply infrastructure

• Develop an AC pipe protocol • Require all personnel (including

The older asbestos pipes are not removed while laying of new pipelines.

Project area Contractor and GVMC

No monitoring required

GVMC PMU PMSC

GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9

Being complied

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Monitoring Method



manual laborers) to undergo training as per AC pipe protocol

The proposed pipelines laying does not include the asbestos pipelines.

December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Construction Stage Utilities Telephone lines, electric poles and wires, water lines within proposed project area

(i) Identify and include locations and operators of these utilities in the detailed design documents to prevent unnecessary disruption of services during construction phase; and (ii) Require construction contractors to prepare a contingency plan to include actions to be done in case of unintentional interruption of services. (iii) Require contractors to prepare spoils management plan and traffic management plan

Document verification, Verification of other utilities and services of community which would be impacted by the utilities shifting.

Along the pipelines and road.


GVMC PMU PMSC


Being complied

• Social and Cultural Resources

• Ground disturbance can uncover and damage archaeological and historical remains

Consult Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) or concerned dept. of Andhra Govt. to obtain an expert assessment of the archaeological potential of the site; Consider alternatives if the site is found to be of medium or high risk; (iii) Develop a protocol for use by the construction contractors in conducting any excavation work, to ensure that any chance finds are recognized, and measures are taken to ensure they are protected and

No such impacts involved.

All along the project


GVMC PMU PMSC


Being complied

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Monitoring Method



conserved. • Construction work

camps, hot mix plants, stockpile areas, storage areas, and disposal areas.

• Disruption to traffic flow and sensitive receptors

• Prioritize areas within or nearest possible vacant space in the project location;

• If it is deemed necessary to locate elsewhere, consider sites that will not promote instability and result in destruction of property, vegetation, irrigation, and drinking water supply systems;

• Do not consider residential areas;

• Take extreme care in selecting sites to avoid direct disposal to water body which will inconvenience the community.

• For excess spoil disposal, ensure (a) site shall be selected preferably from barren, infertile lands. In case agricultural land needs to be selected, written consent from landowners (not lessees) will be obtained; (b) debris disposal site shall be at least 200 m away from surface water bodies; (c) no residential areas shall be located within 50 m downwind side of the site; and (d) site is minimum 250 m away from sensitive locations like settlements, ponds/lakes or other water bodies.

All items listed in mitigation measures

Location of construction camp and locations of allied facilities.


GVMC PMU PMSC


Being complied

• Sources of • Prioritize sites already permitted Licenses, permit All project Contractor Visual GVMC GVMC and RE of PMSC Being

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Monitoring Method



Materials • Extraction of

materials can disrupt natural land contours and vegetation resulting in accelerated erosion, disturbance in natural drainage patterns, ponding and water logging, and water pollution.

by the authorized agency; If other sites are necessary, inform construction contractor that it is their responsibility to verify the suitability of all material sources and to obtain the approval of PMU and If additional quarries required after construction is started, inform construction contractor to obtain a written approval from PIU

and third-party certification of the allied facilities

facilities and allied facilities

inspection PMU PMSC

are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

complied

• Structural and seismic stability of storage reservoirs (OHTs or GLSRs) is to be ensured for the safety of people working in and living around these structures.

• The failure of the storage structures can be catastrophic.

• The design shall incorporate seismicity of the place and all other safety factors. All care shall be taken to ensure a safe and structurally sound construction.

A third party vetting of structure design is done by civil department of Andhra University. Based on this vetting GVMC approves the design and construction to proceed.

All structures involved in the project


GVMC PMU PMSC


Being complied

• Consents, permits, clearances, NOCs, etc.

• Failure to obtain necessary consents, permits, NOCs, etc can result to design revisions and/or stoppage of works

• Obtain all necessary consents, permits, clearance, NOCs, etc. prior to start of civil works.

• Acknowledge in writing and provide report on compliance all obtained consents, permits, clearance, NOCs,etc.

• Include in detailed design drawings and documents all conditions and provisions if necessary

Availability of permits and clearance for the project in the office of contractor and project implementation unit.

Availability of documents in the office of contractor and PIUs


GVMC PMU PMSC


Being complied

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Table 18: APRDC/01 - Samrlakota - Rajanagaram

Impacts (List from

IEE)



Location Responsiblefor mitigation

Monitoring Method


Date of Monitoring and Compliance Status

Pre-Construction Stage Tree cutting • Restricting tree cutting with in

construction limit • Avoiding tree cutting at ancillary sites • Providing and maintaining

compensatory plantation of two times of cutting

• All trees to be cleared will be numbered clearly marked with paint

No of trees Cutting of trees during site clearance

Forest Dept ./ APRDC

Document Check

APRD / PMU / PMSC

• Being complied. The proposal has been submitted to forest depart for cutting of trees. The forest depart has also submitted and estimate of compensatory plantation. The contractor has to deposit the amount. However there is a variation which is being sorted out.

• APRDC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly.

• Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Shifting of of utilities

• Necessary planning and coordination with concerned authority and local body

• Prior notice to and consultation with concerned authority, local body and public to be affected so as to ensure that work does not get affected and impact on public is minimum

• All above ground utilities that will be shifted will clearly marked with paint to guide workers

Documents availability

Worksite clearance

Concerned utility agencies / APRDC

Documents Check

APRD / PMU / PMSC

Complied. APRDC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Contractor Preparatory Works (Upon issuance of Notice to Proceed)

1) The Contractor will complete the following activities no later than 30 days upon issuance of Notice to Proceed

2) Submit appointment letter and resume of the Contractor’s Environmental Officer (EO) to PMSC /

All document related to mitigation measures

At the office of the contractor

Contractor Documents check

APRD / PMU / PMSC

Complied. APRDC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC

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APRDC 3) EO will engage PMSC-Environment

Specialist and to a meeting to discuss in detail the EMP, seek clarification and recommend corresponding revisions if necessary

4) 3.) EO will request PMSC- copy of monthly monitoring formats and establish deadlines for submissions.

5) EO will submit for PMSC-ES approval an action plan to secure all permits and approvals needed to be secured during construction stage which in clude but not limited to

a. operation of crushers and hot mix plants,

b. transport and storage of hazardous materials (e.g. fuel, lubricants, explosives),

c. waste disposal sites, d. temporary storage location, e. water use, and f. Emission compliance of all vehicles.

Arrangements to link with government health programs on hygiene, sanitation, and prevention of communicable diseases will also be included in the action

Environmental Specialist

Religious places

Suitable mitigation measures are incorporated in resettlement plan.

25 common property resources are available and planned to be shifted.

Work site Contractor Documents check

APRD / PMU / PMSC

Complied. APRDC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Construction Stage Air Pollution Maintenance of equipment and regular

checking up of pollution emission from vehicles and equipment

Air Quality Parameters like PM10,

Construction plants, equipment

Contractor Laboratory check of air

Contractor/ APRD / PMU /

Being complied. APRDC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly.

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SO2, NOx and vehicles pollution PMSC Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Air Pollution Maintaining diversion and detour for road traffic in good shape and traffic regulated. Regular sprinkling of water, as necessary.

Air Quality Parameters like PM10, SO2, NOx

Temporary diversion

Contractor Laboratory check of air pollution

Contractor/ APRD / PMU / PMSC

Being complied. APRDC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Air Pollution • Maintaining adequate moisture at surface of any earthwork layer completed or non-completed unless and until base course is applied, to avoid dust emission.

• Stock piling spoil at designated areas and atleast 5m away from traffic lane.

Air Quality Parameters like PM10, SO2, NOx

Dust during earth works or from spoil dumps




Air Pollution Sprinkling of water as necessary. Air Quality Parameters like PM10, SO2, NOx

Storage of construction materials




Water Pollution

• Constructing and maintaining diversion channel, sedimentation basin, dykes, etc. as may be required to temporarily channelize water flow of streams / river

• Storage of construction material and excavated soil above high flood level

Physical, chemical and biological parameters

Construction of Bridges or Culverts - Earthwork and marginals pill age of construction materials




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causing temporary turbidity and suspended solids

Water Pollution

Strictly avoiding cleaning / washing of construction vehicle in any water body


Construction vehicles




Water Pollution

• Proper planning of site clearing and grubbing so as not to keep the cleared site before working for long duration.

• Providing temporary side drains, catch water bank or drains, sedimentation basin, as necessary to avoid or minimize erosion and prevent sedimentation to receiving water bodies


Soil erosion from construction site




Water Pollution

• The construction debris having heavy metal or water soluble material will be kept in covered location

• The runoff from the other debris material will be guided to the settling tank where particulate matter will be settled and fresh water will be discharged in to the stream


See page from Construction Debris




Water Pollution

The sewage from the construction camp will be treated in septic tank


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Ground Water

All wastewater will be diverted to a ditch that will be managed for the period of construction and after construction such ditches will be filled and restored to original condition.

Physical and Chemical Parameters

Wastewater logging




Ground Water

Excavation of borrow pit should not touch the aquifer


Borrow pit excavation




Ground Water

• Providing septic tanks for treating sewage from toilets before discharging through soak pits

• Locating soak pits at least 50 m from any ground water sources

• Decanting and or controlled disposal of oil and grease as collected at collection tanks of maintenance yard and chemical storage areas


Human wastes and wastewater at construction camp




Noise Pollution and Vibration

• Site Controls: Stationary equipment will be placed along uninhabited stretches as per distance requirements computed above as far as practicable to minimize objectionable noise impacts.

• Scheduling of Project Activities: Operations will be scheduled to coincide with period when people would least likely to be affected. Construction activities will be avoided between 9 P.M. and 6 A.M. near residential areas.

• Protection devices (ear plugs or earmuffs) will be generating machines.

Day time and night-time equivalent decibel level And documentary check

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• Construction equipment and machinery should be fitted with silencers and maintained properly.

• Source-control through proper maintenance of all equipment.

• Use of properly designed engine enclosures and intake silence.

• Noise measurements should be carried out along the road to ensure the effectiveness of mitigation measures.

• Vehicles and equipment used should confirm to the prescribed noise pollution norms.

• Movements of heavy construction vehicles and equipment near public properties will be restricted.

• Comply with siting criteria for stone crushers, Hot Mix Plant/s (HMP) and concrete batching plant/s (CBP),and installations and maintenance of pollution control devices.

Spillage from plant and equipment at construction camp

• Providing impervious platform and oil and grease trap for collection of spillage from construction equipment vehicle maintenance platform

• Collection oil and lubes drips in container during repairing construction equipment vehicles

• Providing impervious platform and collection tank for spillage of liquid fuel and lubes at storage area,

• Providing bulk bituminous storage tank instead of drums for storage of bitumen and bitumen emulsion

• Providing impervious base at bitumen and emulsion storage area and regular clearing of any bitumen spillage for controlled disposal

• Disposing non-usable bitumen’s pills in a deep trench providing clay lining at

Physical and chemical parameters of water

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the bottom and filled with soil at the top Domestic solid waste and liquid waste generated at camp

• Collecting kitchen waste at separate bin sand disposing of in a pit at designated area/s.

• Collecting plastics in separate bin sand disposing in deep trench at designated area / covering with soil.

• Collecting cottons, clothes etc.at separate bins and burning in a pit (with sand bed)

Quantity of solid waste and physical and chemical parameters of water

Construction Camp




Borrow pits Controlled operation and redevelopment of borrow pits to avoid water logging and land contamination

Physical status of borrow area

Borrow sites Contractor Physical verification



Loss of topsoil

• The topsoil from all areas of cutting and all areas to be permanently covered shall be stripped to a specified depth of 150 mm and stored in stock piles. Atleast 10% of the temporarily acquired area shall be earmarked for storing topsoil.

• The stockpile shall be designed such that the slope does not exceed 1:2 (vertical to horizontal), and the height of the pile be restricted to 2m.To retain soil and to allow percolation of water, the edges of the pile shall be protected by silt fencing.

• Stock piles will not be surcharged or otherwise loaded and multiple handling will be kept to a minimum to ensure that no compaction will occur. The stock piles shall be covered with gunny bags or tarpaulin.

• It shall be ensured by the contractor that the topsoil will not be

Quantity of soil

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unnecessarily trafficked either before stripping.

• Such stock piled topsoil will be returned to cover the disturbed area and cut slopes. Residual topsoil will be distributed on adjoining/proximate barren/ rocky areas as identified by the SC in a layer of thickness of 75mm –150mm. Topsoil shall also be utilized for redevelopment of borrow areas, land scraping along slopes, medians and incidental spaces.

• Construction vehicle, machinery and equipment shall move or best actioned in the designated area (RoWorCoI, as applicable) only. While operating on temporarily acquired land for traffic detours, storage, material handling or any other construction related or incidental activities, topsoil from agricultural land will be preserved as mentioned above.

Ecology • Restricting tree cutting with in corridor of impact

• Minimizing tree cutting and vegetation clearance during site selection

• Preservation of trees with in ancillary sites and avoiding impact on forest resources by providing buffer area from boundary of PF,RF, national park and wild life sanctuary of 1 km for locating construction plants, construction camp and 500m for borrow areas

• Preservation of trees of ecological, socio-cultural importance

• Providing cooking at camp for discouraging and prohibiting use of fire wood i.e.cutting of trees by the workers.

No of trees and permission granted for cutting

Work site Contractor Physical Verification



Occupational • Water supply, sanitation, drainage and PPE and all Construction Contractor Physical Contractor/ Being complied.

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health and Safety of workers

medical health facilities at camp site • Providing and using PPEs • Using working reverse horn for all

construction equipment and vehicles • Providing earth link circuit breaker

(ELCB) for all electrical connections • Maintaining first aid at construction

sites • Maintaining emergency response

system

items mentioned in mitigation measures

site Verification APRD / PMU / PMSC

APRDC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Accident and Safety

• Providing and maintaining traffic management comprising diversion; warning, guiding and regulatory signage; channelizes and delineators; lighting, flagmen; dust control system etc.as specified in the contract.

• Providing adequate light at construction zone if working during night time is permitted by the Engineer

• Conducting induction and periodic training for all workers and supervisors

Number accidents

Construction site

Contractor Physical Verification or accident record



Orientation of Contract and workers

• Conduct briefing of Contractor(s) on EMP, records management, and reporting

• Identify critical areas to be monitored and the required mitigation measures.

• Create awareness of sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV/AIDs



Awareness of workers on the environmental requirements and their responsibility Understanding of Contractor(s) of their responsibility in implementing the EMP

Construction site

Contractor Physical Verification or accident record



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Table 19: UCCRTF/04 - 3MWp Solar Power Plant in Meghadrigedda Lake

Environmental Management Plan of Anticipated Impacts during Pre-Construction Anticipated Impact

Mitigation Measures Location Responsible for Implementation

Performance Indicators and monitoring method

Responsibility of Monitoring


Telephone lines, electric poles and wires, within proposed project area

(i) Identify the locations and operators of these utilities to prevent unnecessary disruption of services during construction phase

(ii) Conduct detailed site surveys with the construction drawings and discuss with the respective agencies before site clearance and start of excavation work; and

(iii) Instruct construction contractors to prepare a contingency plan to include actions to be done in case of unintentional interruption of services.

Construction site

Contractor in collaboration with GVMC

One power line passes through the proposed location of switch room. However, it has been learnt it will be not be shifted. In case it is shifted it will be done by the concerned department after requirement is submitted by the GVMC and contractor. No other utility available.

GVMC/ PMU/ PMSC Being complied. GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Conflicts with local community; disruption to traffic flow and sensitive receptors

(i) Select a camp site away from residential areas (at least 50 m buffer shall be maintained) or locate the camp site within the existing facilities of GVMC

(ii) Avoid tree cutting for setting up camp facilities

(iii) Camp site shall not be located near (100 m) water bodies, flood plains flood prone/low lying areas, or any ecologically, socially, archeologically sensitive areas

(iv) Separate the workers living areas and material storage areas clearly with a fencing and separate entry and exit

Construction site

Construction Contractor

Excavation is not involved so stockpiles of soil is not required. The storage of material will be at the proposed switch room area.

GVMC/PMU/ PMSC Complied. GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Extraction of materials can disrupt natural land contours and vegetation resulting in

(i) Contractor should procure these materials only from the quarries permitted/licensed by Mines and Geology Department.

(ii) Contractor should, to the maximum extent possible, procure material from existing quarries, and creation of new

The project requires panels and float and it will be procured from


Solar panels will be imported.

GVMC/PMU/ PMSC Complied. GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

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Anticipated Impact


Performance Indicators and monitoring method



accelerated erosion, disturbance in natural drainage patterns, ponding and water logging, and water pollution.

quarry areas should be avoid as far as possible.

(iii) It will be the construction contractor’s responsibility to verify the suitability of all material sources and to obtain the approval of Department of Mines & Geology and local revenue administration.

(iv) Contractor should submit the details of sources and copies of approvals, permissions to GVMC, and should start procurement only after the respective source is approved by GVMC

authorized sources.

Failure to obtain necessary consents, permits, NOCs, etc. can result to design revisions and/or stoppage of works

(i) Obtain all necessary consents, permits, clearance, NOCs, etc. prior to award of BOD works Ensure that all necessary approvals for construction to be obtained by contractor are in place before start of construction

(ii) Acknowledge in writing and provide report on compliance all obtained consents, permits, clearance, NOCs, etc.

(iii) Include in detailed design drawings and documents all conditions and provisions if necessary

Construction site

Contractor/ GVMC

Permission for power evacuation.

GVMC/PMU/ PMSC Complied

Construction Stage Monitoring

Anticipated Impact Mitigation Measures Location / Responsible for Mitigation

Performance Indicators and Monitoring Method



Extraction of materials can damage environment

(i) Procurement of material only after the respective source is approved by GVMC (ii) Submit to GVMC on a monthly basis documentation of sources of materials.

Construction Contractor at constriction site

Site status and visual monitoring

GVMC, PMU and PMSC

Complied. GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

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Emissions from construction vehicles, equipment, and machinery used for installation resulting to dusts and increase in concentration of vehicle-related pollutants such as carbon monoxide, sulfur oxides, particulate matter, nitrous oxides, and hydrocarbons.

(i) Barricade the construction area using hard barricades (of 2 m height in Mild Steel (MS) frame and 1 mm MS sheet ) on both sides and provide dust/wind screen (such geo textile fabric) up to 3 m height (1m above the hard barricading)

(ii) Initiate site clearance and excavation work only after barricading of the site is done (iii) Confine all the material, excavated soil, debris, equipment, machinery (excavators,

cranes etc.,), to the barricaded area (iv) Damp down the soil and any stockpiled material on site by water sprinkling; (v) Apply water and maintain soils in a visible damp or crusted condition for temporary

stabilization (vi) Apply water prior to leveling or any other earth moving activity to keep the soil moist

throughout the process (vii) Limit the stocking of excavated material at the site; remove the excess soil from the

site immediately to the designated disposal area (viii) Cover the soil stocked at the sites with tarpaulins (ix) Control access to work area, prevent unnecessary movement of vehicle, public

trespassing into work areas; limiting soil disturbance will minimize dust generation (x) Undertake the work section wise: 100 – 200 m section should be demarcated and

barricaded


Site status and visual monitoring and PUC certificates of the machineries and vehicles

GVMC, PMU and PMSC


Mobilization of settled silt materials, and chemical contamination from fuels and lubricants during installation of pipelines can contaminate nearby surface water quality.

(i) All earthworks be conducted during the dry season to prevent the problem of soil run-off during monsoon season

(ii) Avoid stockpiling of earth fill especially during the monsoon season unless covered by tarpaulins or plastic sheets;

(iii) Prioritize re-use of excess spoils and materials in the construction works. If spoils will be disposed, only designated disposal areas shall be used;

(iv) Identify construction waste/excess disposal sites prior to start of work (v) Install temporary silt traps or sedimentation basins along the drainage leading to the

water bodies; (vi) Place storage areas for fuels and lubricants away from any drainage leading to

water bodies; (vii) Dispose any wastes generated by construction activities in designated sites; and (viii) Conduct surface quality inspection according to the Environmental Management

Plan (EMP).



GVMC, PMU and PMSC


Increase in noise level due to earth-moving and

(i) Plan activities in consultation with GVMC so that activities with the greatest potential to generate noise are conducted during periods of the day which will result

Construction Contractor at

Site status and visual

GVMC, PMU and PMSC

Complied. GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly.

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excavation equipment, and the transportation of equipment, materials, and people

in least disturbance (ii) Minimize noise from construction equipment by using vehicle silencers, fitting

jackhammers with noise-reducing mufflers, and use portable street barriers to minimize sound impact to surrounding sensitive receptors

(iii) Utilizing modern vehicles and machinery with the requisite adaptations to limit noise and exhaust emissions and ensuring that these are maintained to manufacturers’ specifications at all times.

(iv) Maintain maximum sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels (dBA) when measured at a distance of 10 m or more from the vehicle/s.

(v) Identify any buildings at risk from vibration damage and avoiding any use of pneumatic drills or heavy vehicles in the vicinity

(vi) Horns should not be used unless it is necessary to warn other road users or animals of the vehicle’s approach

constriction site

monitoring and monitoring by laboratory.


Generation of temporary employment and increase in local revenue

(i) Employ local labour force, or to the maximum extent possible to increase local employment opportunities temporarily

Labour camp and constriction site

Profile of labours

GVMC, PMU and PMSC


Occupational hazards which can arise during work

(i) Comply with all national, state and local labour laws (see Appendix 6) (ii) Develop and implement site-specific occupational health and safety (OH&S) Plan

which will include measures such as: (a) identification of potential hazards and safety issues (b) ensuring all workers are provided with and use personal protective equipment; (c) OH&S Training for all site personnel; (d) documented procedures to be followed for all site activities; and (e) documentation of work-related accidents

(iii) Ensure that qualified first-aid is provided at all times. Equipped first-aid stations shall be easily accessible throughout the site

(iv) Secure all installations from unauthorized intrusion and accident risks (v) Provide supplies of potable drinking water (Appendix 7 provided drinking water

standards) (vi) Provide clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to hazardous or noxious

substances (vii) Provide H&S orientation training to all new workers to ensure that they are apprised

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(viii) Provide visitor orientation if visitors to the site can gain access to areas where hazardous conditions may be present. Ensure also that visitor/s do not enter hazard areas unescorted

(ix) Ensure the visibility of workers through their use of high visibility vests when working in or walking through heavy equipment operating areas

(x) Ensure moving equipment is outfitted with audible back-up alarms (xi) Mark and provide sign boards for hazardous areas such as energized electrical

devices and lines, service rooms housing high voltage equipment, and areas for storage and disposal. Signage shall be in accordance with international standards and be well known to, and easily understood by workers, visitors, and the general public as appropriate; and

(xii) Disallow worker exposure to noise level greater than 85 dBA for duration of more than 8 hours per day without hearing protection. The use of hearing protection shall be enforced actively.

Damage due to debris, spoils, excess construction materials

(i) Remove all spoils wreckage, rubbish, or temporary structures (such as buildings, shelters, and latrines) which are no longer required

(ii) All excavated roads shall be reinstated to original condition. (iii) All disrupted utilities restored (iv) All affected structures rehabilitated/ compensated (v) The area that previously housed the construction camp is to be checked for spills of

substances such as oil, paint, etc. and these shall be cleaned up. (vi) All hardened surfaces within the construction camp area shall be ripped, all

imported materials removed, and the area shall be top soiled and re-grassed (vii) The contractor must arrange the cancellation of all temporary services. (viii) Restore the work sites to pre-project conditions; GVMC to approve in writing that

site is restored



GVMC, PMU and PMSC


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Table 20: UCCRTF/05 - Rejuvenation of Madasarlova Lake

Site Specific Design Stage Environmental Monitoring Field Anticipated

Impact Mitigation Measures Location Responsible

for Implementation

Performance Indicator


Compliance Status and Date of Monitoring

Design and planning of de-silting works

Haphazard disposal of de-silting material Impact on aquatic life of lake

(i) Identify the low lying area for disposal of excess earth material generated from lakebed dredging.

(ii) Divide lake in 3-4 section and work section wise in such manner that at least one section of lake of always filled with water

Construction site at Mudasarlova lake.

GVMC – to include in bidding documents. Contractor – to ensure during implementation.

Estimated quantity of desilting material and identification of disposal location

GVMC/PMU/ PMSC

Being complied A chemical characterisation of silt for hazardous material, heavy metal and pesticides have been conducted and The results show it is suitable for disposal on agricultural land. However it has been deposited at low lying area.

Cleaning and repairing of drains

Use of existing ROW for drains.

(i) Avoid any private land / irrigated land.


GVMC Preparation of plan for cleaning and repairing of drains.

GVMC/PMU/ PMSC

Being complied

Tree plantation

Introduction of alien species

(i) Consult forest department and government university for selecting species of tree to be planted on lake bunds


GVMC Identification of number of trees and species.

GVMC/PMU/ PMSC

Being complied Tree plantation is complete and counting for evaluation for survival will be done in during or before monsoon.

Project siting

Loss of tree cover

(i) Minimize removal of trees by adopting to site condition and with appropriate layout design

(ii) Obtain prior permission from Tree Officer, Forest Department for tree cutting

(iii) Transfer the trees in area reserved for tree plantation area, if tree cutting is required.


GVMC Identification of trees to be cut.

GVMC/PMU/ PMSC

Being complied.

Socio Chance finds (i) Develop a protocol for use by the construction Construction GVMC No such GVMC/PMU/ No cultural resources

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Field Anticipated Impact





cultural resource

contractors in conducting any work, to ensure that any chance finds are recognised, and measures are taken to ensure they are protected and conserved. This should involve:

o Conduct awareness training to contractor & supervision staff prior to start of excavation

o Stopping work immediately to allow further investigation if any finds are suspected;

o Calling in the ASI if a find is suspected, and taking any action they require to ensure its removal or protection in situ

site impacts identified

PMSC available.

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Responsibility of monitoring

Date of monitoring and compliance status

Utilities Telephone lines, electric poles and wires, within proposed project area

(i) Identify the locations and operators of these utilities to prevent unnecessary disruption of services during construction phase

(ii) Conduct detailed site surveys with the construction drawings and discuss with the respective agencies before site clearance and start of excavation work; and

(iii) Instruct construction contractors to prepare a contingency plan to include actions to be done in case of unintentional interruption of services.

Construction site at Mudasarlova lake

Contractor in collaboration with GVMC

No utility shifting involved in the rejuvenation of lakes.

GVMC/ PMU/ PMSC

No utility shifting involved.

Construction work camps, stockpile areas, storage areas, and disposal areas.

Conflicts with local community; disruption to traffic flow and sensitive receptors

(i) Select a camp site away from residential areas (at least 50 m buffer shall be maintained) or locate the camp site within the existing facilities of GVMC

(ii) Avoid tree cutting for setting up camp facilities (iii) Camp site shall not be located near (100 m)

water bodies, flood plains flood prone/low lying areas, or any ecologically, socially, archeologically sensitive areas

(iv) Separate the workers living areas and material storage areas clearly with a fencing and separate entry and exit

Construction site at Mudasarlova lake


No workers camp required.

GVMC/ PMU/ PMSC

Being complied.

Disposal of desilting material

Risk of finding hazardous material in the dredge material.

Characterisation of dredge material and identification of disposal site based on characterisation of the material

Dredging site and disposal site

Contractor Laboratory testing of desilting material for heavy metal, pesticides and other hazardous material

GVMC/ PMU/ PMSC

A chemical characterisation of silt for hazardous material, heavy metal and pesticides have been conducted. The results show the concentration is in acceptable limits to dispose on normal agricultural ground and it does not pose threat of contaminating ground water.

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Responsibility of monitoring

Date of monitoring and compliance status

Sources of Materials

Extraction of materials can disrupt natural land contours and vegetation resulting in accelerated erosion, disturbance in natural drainage patterns, ponding and water logging, and water pollution.

(i) Contractor should procure these materials only from the quarries permitted/licensed by Mines and Geology Department.

(ii) Contractor should, to the maximum extent possible, procure material from existing quarries, and creation of new quarry areas should be avoid as far as possible.

(iii) It will be the construction contractor’s responsibility to verify the suitability of all material sources and to obtain the approval of Department of Mines & Geology and local revenue administration.

(iv) Contractor should submit the details of sources and copies of approvals, permissions to GVMC, and should start procurement only after the respective source is approved by GVMC

Construction site


Excavation considering safe sloping, prevent soil erosion in the drains.

GVMC/ PMU/ PMSC

Being complied.

Consents, permits, clearances, NOCs, etc.

Failure to obtain necessary consents, permits, NOCs, etc. can result to design revisions and/or stoppage of works

(i) Obtain all necessary consents, permits, clearance, NOCs, etc. prior to award of DBO operator Ensure that all necessary approvals for construction to be obtained by contractor are in place before start of construction

(ii) Acknowledge in writing and provide report on compliance all obtained consents, permits, clearance, NOCs, etc.

(iii) Include in detailed design drawings and documents all conditions and provisions if necessary

Construction site

GVMC All permits and NoCs, and permission identified.

GVMC/ PMU/ PMSC

Being complied.

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Anticipated Impact Mitigation Measures Responsible for Mitigation and Location of implementation



Irreversible impact to the environment, workers, and community

(i)Project manager and all key workers will be required to undergo EMP implementation including spoils management, Standard operating procedures (SOP) for construction works; occupational health and safety (OH&S), core labor laws, applicable environmental laws, etc

Construction Contractor At labour camp and constriction site

GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU

Complied GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by PMSC Environmental Specialist

Extraction of materials can damage environment

(i) Procurement of material only after the respective source is approved by GVMC

(ii) Submit to GVMC monthly documentation of sources of materials.

Construction Contractor At the site

GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU


Emissions from construction vehicles, equipment, and machinery used for installation resulting to dusts and increase in concentration of vehicle-related pollutants such as carbon monoxide, sulfur oxides, particulate matter, nitrous oxides, and hydrocarbons.

(i) Barricade the construction area using hard barricades (of 2 m height in Mild Steel (MS) frame and 1 mm MS sheet) on both sides and provide dust/wind screen (such geo textile fabric) up to 3 m height (1m above the hard barricading)

(ii) Initiate site clearance and excavation work only after barricading of the site is done

(iii) Confine all the material, excavated soil, debris, equipment, machinery (excavators, cranes etc.,), to the barricaded area

(iv) Damp down the soil and any stockpiled material on site by water sprinkling;

(v) Apply water and maintain soils in a visible damp or crusted condition for temporary stabilization

(vi) Apply water prior to leveling or any other earth moving activity to keep the soil moist throughout the process

(vii) Limit the stocking of excavated material at the site; remove the excess soil from the site immediately to the designated disposal area

(viii) Cover the soil stocked at the sites with tarpaulins (ix) Control access to work area, prevent unnecessary movement of vehicle,

public trespassing into work areas; limiting soil disturbance will minimize dust generation

(x) Undertake the work section wise: 100 – 200 m section should be demarcated and barricaded

Construction Contractor At construction and site vehicle operation locations

GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU


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Mobilization of settled silt materials, and chemical contamination from fuels and lubricants during movement of construction equipment and dredging can contaminate nearby surface water quality.

(i) All earthworks be conducted during the dry season to prevent the problem of soil run-off during monsoon season

(ii) Avoid stockpiling of earth fill especially during the monsoon season unless covered by tarpaulins or plastic sheets;

(iii) Prioritize re-use of excess spoils and materials in the construction works. If spoils will be disposed, only designated disposal areas shall be used;

(iv) Identify construction waste/excess disposal sites prior to start of work (v) Install temporary silt traps or sedimentation basins along the drainage

leading to the water bodies; (vi) Place storage areas for fuels and lubricants away from any drainage

leading to water bodies; (vii) Dispose any wastes generated by construction activities in designated

sites; and (viii) Conduct surface quality inspection according to the Environmental

Management Plan (EMP).

Construction Contractor At construction site

GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU


Increase in noise level due to earth-moving and excavation equipment, and the transportation of equipment, materials, and people

(i) Plan activities in consultation with GVMC so that activities with the greatest potential to generate noise are conducted during periods of the day which will result in least disturbance

(ii) Minimize noise from construction equipment by using vehicle silencers, fitting jackhammers with noise-reducing mufflers, and use portable street barriers to minimize sound impact to surrounding sensitive receptors

(iii) Utilizing modern vehicles and machinery with the requisite adaptations to limit noise and exhaust emissions and ensuring that these are maintained to manufacturers’ specifications always.

(iv) Maintain maximum sound levels not exceeding 80 decibels (dBA) when measured at 10 m or more from the vehicle/s.

(v) Identify any buildings at risk from vibration damage and avoiding any use of pneumatic drills or heavy vehicles in the vicinity

(vi) Horns should not be used unless it is necessary to warn other road users or animals of the vehicle’s approach


GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU


Excavation can disturb the original topography of the area which can further lead to soil erosion;

Soil contamination due to dispersion of construction material and Oil

(i) Re-vegetation shall be done in the area after the completion of construction in order to reduce the risk of soil erosion;

(ii) Excavated material will be stock piled and used for backfilling of foundations, trenches etc.;

(iii) Temporary paved areas shall be constructed to be used while refuelling the machineries. In case of any accidental spill, the soil will be cut and stored securely for disposal with hazardous waste;

(iv) All construction material shall be stored in a designated/demarcated

Contractor At construction site

GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU


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leaks/spillages from vehicles and machinery operating at site.

storage area within the site and covered with tarpaulinsheet to avoid dispersal with wind.


(i) Employ local labor force, or to the maximum extent possible to increase local employment opportunities temporarily

Construction Contractor In the construction package

GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU


Impacts due to excess excavated earth, excess construction materials, and solid waste such as removed concrete, wood, packaging materials, empty containers, spoils, oils, lubricants, and other similar items.

(i) Prepare and implement spoils management plan (Annexure5);(ii)Avoid stockpiling of excess excavated soils;

(ii) Coordinate with for beneficial uses of excess excavated soils or immediately dispose to designated areas;

(iii) Recover used oil and lubricants and reuse or remove from the sites; (iv) Manage solid waste according to the following preference hierarchy:

reuse, recycling and disposal to designated areas; (v) Remove all wreckage, rubbish, or temporary structures which (vi) are no longer required; and (vii) Request PMU/ to report in writing that the necessary environmental

restoration work has been adequately performed before acceptance of work.

Construction Contractor Construction site

GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU



(i) Employ local labour force as far as possible (iii) Comply with labor laws

Construction Contractor In the construction package

GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU


Traffic accidents and vehicle collision with pedestrians during material and waste transportation

(i) Consult PIU before locating project offices, sheds, and construction plants;

(ii) Select a camp site away from residential areas (at least 100 m buffer shall be maintained) or locate the camp site within the existing facilities of City Corporation

(iii) Avoid tree cutting for setting up camp facilities (iv) Provide a proper fencing/compound wall for camp sites


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(v) Camp site shall not be located near (100 m) water bodies, flood plains flood prone/low lying areas, or any ecologically, socially, archeologically sensitive areas

(vi) Separate the workers living areas and material storage areas clearly with a fencing and separate entry and exit

(vii) Ensure conditions of livability at work camps are maintained at the highest standards possible at all times; living quarters and construction camps shall be provided with standard materials (as far as possible to use portable ready to fit-in reusable cabins with proper ventilation); thatched huts, and facilities constructed with materials like GI sheets, tarpaulins, etc., shall not be used as accommodation for workers

(viii) Camp shall be provided with proper drainage, there shall not be any water accumulation

(ix) Provide drinking water, water for other uses, and sanitation facilities for employees

(x) Prohibit employees from cutting of trees for firewood; contractor should provide cooking fuel (cooking gas); fire wood not allowed

(xi) Train employees in the storage and handling of materials which can potentially cause soil contamination

(xii) Wastewater from the camps shall be disposed properly either into sewer system; if sewer system is not available, provide on-site sanitation with septic tank and soak pit arrangements

(xiii) Recover used oil and lubricants and reuse or remove from the site; (xiv) Manage solid waste according to the following preference hierarchy:

reuse, recycling and disposal to designated areas; provide a compost pit for bio degradable waste, and non-biodegradable / recyclable waste shall be collected and sold in local market

(xv) Remove all wreckage, rubbish, or temporary structures which are no longer required; and

(xvi) At the completion of work, camp area shall be cleaned and restored to pre-project conditions, and submit report to PIU; PIU to review and approve camp clearance and closure of work site

Occupational hazards which can arise during work

(i) Comply with all national, state and local labour laws (see Appendix 7) (ii) Develop and implement site-specific occupational health and safety

(OH&S) Plan which will include measures such as: (a) identification of potential hazards and safety issues (b) ensuring all workers are provided with and use personal protective equipment; (c) OH&S Training for all site personnel; (d) documented procedures to be followed for all site activities;


GVMC/ PMSC/ PMU

Complied GVMC and RE of PMSC are monitoring regularly. Monthly review and visit during 14-20 October , 1-12 November and 4-9 December 2020. by

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and (e) documentation of work-related accidents (iii) Ensure that qualified first-aid is provided always. Equipped first-aid

stations shall be easily accessible throughout the site (iv) Secure all installations from unauthorized intrusion and accident risks (v) Provide supplies of potable drinking water (vi) Provide clean eating areas where workers are not exposed to hazardous

or noxious substances (vii) Provide H&S orientation training to all new workers to ensure that they are

apprised of the basic site rules of work at the site, personal protective protection, and preventing injuring to fellow workers

(viii) Provide visitor orientation if visitors to the site can gain access to areas where hazardous conditions may be present. Ensure also that visitor/s do not enter hazard areas unescorted

(ix) Ensure the visibility of workers through their use of high visibility vests when working in or walking through heavy equipment operating areas

(x) Ensure moving equipment is outfitted with audible back-up alarms (xi) Mark and provide sign boards for hazardous areas such as energized

electrical devices and lines, service rooms housing high voltage equipment, and areas for storage and disposal. Signage shall be in accordance with international standards and be well known to, and easily understood by workers, visitors, and the public as appropriate; and

(xii) Disallow worker exposure to noise level greater than 85 dBA for duration of more than 8 hours per day without hearing protection. The use of hearing protection shall be enforced actively.

PMSC Environmental Specialist

Damage due to debris, spoils, excess construction materials

(i) Remove all spoils wreckage, rubbish, or temporary structures (such as buildings, shelters, and latrines) which are no longer required

(ii) All excavated roads shall be reinstated to original condition. (iii) All disrupted utilities restored (iv) All affected structures rehabilitated/ compensated (v) The area that previously housed the construction camp is to be checked

for spills of substances such as oil, paint, etc. and these shall be cleaned up.

(vi) All hardened surfaces within the construction camp area shall be ripped, all imported materials removed, and the area shall be top soiled and re-grassed

(vii) The contractor must arrange the cancellation of all temporary services. (viii) Restore the work sites to pre-project conditions; GVMC to approve in

writing that site is restored


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III. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISM (GRM)

A. Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC)

20. GRC has been established at three levels, one at Project site, one at district level and another at State/PMU level, to receive, evaluate and facilitate the resolution of displaced persons concerns, complaints and grievances. The GRC provided an opportunity to the affected persons to have their grievances redressed prior to approaching the Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation (LARR) and Resettlement Authority. The GRC is aimed to provide a trusted way to voice and resolve concerns linked to the project, and to be an effective way to address affected person’s concerns without allowing it to escalate resulting in delays in project implementation.

21. The GRC aims to provide a time-bound and transparent mechanism to voice and resolve social and environmental concerns linked to the project. The GRC is not intended to bypass the government’s inbuilt redressal process, nor the provisions of the statute, but rather it is intended to address displaced persons concerns and complaints promptly, making it readily accessible to all segments of the displaced persons and is scaled to the risks and impacts of the project.

22. The district level GRCs functions out of each District where the subproject is being implemented. The GRC is Chaired by Joint Collector and comprising of the Divisional Engineer acting as its member secretary and the following members: (i) Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO)/Sub Collector of the division; (ii) Project Director, DRDA; (iii) Chief Executive Officer, Zilla Parishad; (iv) District Panchayat Officer; (v) District Education Officer; (vi) District Medical and Health Officer; (vii) District Level representative of DISCOM; and (viii) Superintendent, RWS Panchayat Raj Department.

23. The Project Director, PMU is the appellate authority supported by the PMSC and Safeguard Officer of PMU, and concerned PIUs to make final decisions on the unresolved issues.

24. During the reporting period, grievances were mainly related to seeking information related compensation or demanding compensation and worksite inconveniences. The issues were resolved at site level by respective contractors with the support of PIUs. B. Grievances recorded during July -December 2020:

25. During the period, grievances are reported from GVMC/01, APRDC/01 and APIIC/05 Projects. Following is the status.

Table 23: List of grievances received at site level

SN Subproject number Cumulative Total Pending grievances details Received Resolved

1 APIIC/04 2 2 2 APTransco/01 2 2 3 APTransco/03 12 12 4 APRDC/01 4 4 5 GVMC/02 24 24 6 APIIC/05 5 3 Veerayyapalem -Fencing damage

compensation; Gilakapadu- Public protest Total 49 47

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C. Public protest pipeline. APIIC/05

26. In Gilakapadu village of Rapadu mandal, the alignment of 1100mm dia pipeline from intake well to Rapur junction passes through the village limits of Gilakapadu. During the course of laying of pipeline, the villagers objected for pipeline going through the village. Pipeline alignment passes through CC road, near to Mathamma temple and near to some houses and borewells. The villagers had submitted representation with a request to shift the pipeline alignment to outside of the village. Several meetings were conducted by APIIC Officials and Contractor staff with the villagers of Gilakapadu to convince them for planning laying of pipeline. As the village, did not agree for the proposal field survey was conducted for alternate alignment to avoid laying of pipeline through village.

D. Landowners request compensation for damages for farm fencing. APIIC/05

27. In Veerayyapalem village of Rapur mandal, public demanded compensation for damage to fencing due to pipeline laying. APIIC yet to decide on the payments for the loss and it is in progress.

E. Complained about rising of Dust- GVMC/02

28. At APSEB Colony, Butchirajupalem, residents complained about rising of dust caused by movement of contractor vehicles. Contractor removed all the dust and cleaned the roads.

29. At APSEB Colony, Butchirajupalem, residents complained about damage to road due to vehicle movement. The road was restored with application of gravel.

30. At Gopalapatnam, Opp CMR Complex, road damaged due to pipeline laying causing inconvenience to vehicle riders. As per the complaint raised by Police staff, the road was restored by doing levelling.

Figure 1: VCICDP Grievance Redress Mechanism

Field/ward level

Responsible: Contractor DE and PIU

PIU/District level

Responsible: PIU/District‐level GRC

PMU/State level

Responsible: State‐level GRC, and PMU

Affected

1st Level

3rd Level

2nd Level

Yes Grievance

redressed and

d k i

Grievance

redressed and

d k i

Grievance

redressed and

d k i

Yes

Yes

GRC = Grievance Redressal Committee; PMU = Program Management Unit; PMSC = Project Management and Supervision Consultants

Court of Law

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Table 24: PIU Level Grievance Redressal Mechanism and Compliance Status

Sl Contract Package No.

Package Title Place of Subproject

Status in 1st Level Status in 2nd Level (GRC)

Environmental grievances

received during July-

Dec 2020

Details of Officers Designated Meeting Joint Collector to appraise the G.O. No. 163

Name/ Designation/ Organization/ Phone

Number (PIU)

Name/ Designation/ Organization/

Phone Number (Contractor)

1 APIIC/01 Construction of 1MLD CETP at Naidupeta Industrial cluster

Naidupeta Mr. Chandra Sekharaiah, DZM, APIIC 9182332033

Mr. Ravi, Project Manager, Ramky 8521631088

Yes No

2 APIIC/03 Augmenting utility services for Naidupeta Industrial cluster.


Mr. Ramesh, Project Manager, SRR 6303939308

Yes No

3 APIIC/04 Providing 21 MLD bulk water facility and summer storage in Naidupeta Industrial cluster


Mr. Ramesh, Project Manager, SRR 6303939308

Yes No

4 APRDC/01 Upgrading & Rehabilitation of ‘Samarlakota to Rajanagaram’

Rajahmundry Mr. Y. Ravindra, DEE, APRDC Rajahmundry

Mr. Manohar, HR & Admn., SRR, 9552571666

Yes No

5 APTransco/01 Augmenting power distribution capacity Kapuleppada, Ozone Valley, Nakkapalle/ Chandanada and Achutapuram locations.

Visakhapatnam Mr. Sivarama Krishna, EE, APTransco 9440811195

Mr.Srinivasa, Project Manager, Rahul Cables. 9666038889

Yes No

6 APTransco/03 Augmenting power distribution capacity at Rachagunneri, Naidupeta and Yerpedu locations.

Chittoor Node' Yes No

400/220/132 kv Rachagunneri substation

Yerpedu, Chittoor District

Mr.Chandraiah, ADE, APTransco, Srikalahasthi, 9492039506

Mr. Venugopal, Project Manager, KPTL 8006402469

Yes No

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Dec 2020



Number (PIU)



400 kv line Rachagunneri to 400 kv QMDC Krishnapatnam-Chittoor Line


Mr.Ch. Rammohan, ADE APTransco, Chittoor, 7013544824

Mr.Madhava Krishna, Project Manager, KPTL 9121017504

Yes No

132 kv line, Rachagunneri-Yerpedu


Mr. Karunakar, EE, APTransco, Tirupathi 9440811170

Mr. Madhava Krishna, Project Manager, KPTL 9121017504

Yes No

132/33 Yerpedu Substation Yerpedu, Chittoor District

Mr. Karunakar, EE, APTransco, Tirupathi 9440811170

Mr. Venugopal, Project Manager, KPTL 8006402469

Yes No

220 Naidupeta to Rachagunneri; & 132 kv line- Naidupeta to Menakuru substation

Naidupeta, Nellore District

Ratnam, ADE, APTransco, Nellore 9440817628


Yes No

220/132/33 kv Naidupeta substation



Mr. Subbaraju Project Manager, KPTL 8667519603

Yes No

132 kv line LILO from Naidupeta to 132 kv Gudur Naidupeta line




Yes No

7 VCICDP-GVMC/02

Distribution Network improvements for NRW reduction and 24x7 supply in GVMC area.

Visakhapatnam Mr. Kameswararao, DEE, GVMC 7729995941 Mr. Ramanaidu, AEE, 7729995926

Mr. Paramesh, Project Manager, NCC 8008553297

Yes Yes (List attached)

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Dec 2020



Number (PIU)



8 UCCRTF/Lake/05 Water shed development and Rejuvenation of Mudasarlova lake.


Mr.D.V.V.S. Kishore, Project Manager, Chaitanya Constructions, 9885696336

Yes No

9 UCCRTF/ENE/04 Developing a 3MW Solar Energy Park at Mudasarlova/ Meghadrigedda.


Mr. Pradeep, Project Manager, ReNew 9491920256

Yes No

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IV. INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENT& RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Project Management Unit (PMU)

31. The State of Andhra Pradesh through the Department of Industries (DoI) is the Executing Agency (EA) for the project and the PMU headed by the Project Director; DoI is in charge of overall coordination between the various PIUs and in prioritizing subprojects for subsequent tranches based on social safeguards compliance. A Project Steering Committee has been established to advise the PMU on policy, monitor the implementation of the Investment Program, and coordinate with PIUs on cross-cutting issues. PMU is supported by a P.Bhargava in charge of the position of Environmental Safeguards Officer.

Table 25: VCICDP- PMU Structure Position Tasks Name of

Officer Remarks

Project Director Overall Project Management Mr.J.V.N. Subramanyam

Project Director VCICDP cum Commissioner of Industries (COI), Government of AP

Deputy Collector (Revenue Officer)

Management of land-related issues Mr. Ramakrishna Rao.G

The Government was requested to convert this position to one additional position of Chief Accountant and Financial Management Officer In the meantime, Mr. Ramakrishna Rao was kept in charge of the position

Procurement Officer Procurement of consultants, civil works, goods, and NGOs, etc.

Mr. T. Madhsudana (I/c)

Mr. Aswatha Narayana Rao has resigned and Mr. Madhusudana was kept in charge of the position.

Senior Engineer Technical officer with engineering background andpreferably experience of multilateral projects

Mr. T. Madhusudhana

Institutional Coordination and Policy Reforms officer

Policy and Institutional support Mr. Ramakrishna Rao. G

Investment Promotion Officer

Coordination of VCICDP promotion, marketing

Mr. P.K.P Prasad

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Monitoring project results, including GESI action plan activities

Mr. PKP Prasad Mr. Satyanarayana has resigned and Mr. PKP Prasad was kept in charge of the position

Environmental Safeguards Officer

Environmental safeguards compliance

Mr. P. Bhargava P.Bhargava was kept in charge of the position In charge

Social Safeguards and Gender Officer

Resettlement compliance, social, gender

Mr. P. Bhargava

Chief Accountant and Financial Management Officer

Project accounting, audit and reporting

Mr. Manoharan

Accountant Accounting Mr. Kiran

Office Manager Office management Mr. K. Vijayaratnam

Joint Director- VCICDP

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B. Project Implementation Unit (PIU)

32. PIUs have been set up in each of the implementing agencies. The road subproject is implemented by the APRDC PIU; the energy subprojects are implemented by theAPTransco PIU; the infrastructure subcomponents proposed in the industrial estates and special economic zones are implemented by APIIC PIU; and urban infrastructure subproject in GVMC area is implemented by the GVMC PIU. The respective PIUs are responsible for screening subprojects, categorization based on involuntary resettlement and/or indigenous people’s impacts, conducting the social assessment, preparation and implementation of Resettlement Plans and/or Indigenous Peoples Plan as required, and as outlined in the Resettlement Framework with the support of the PIU level Social Safeguard and Gender officer. VCICDP institutional arrangement shown in Figure -6 below.

Figure 2: VCICDP Implementation Arrangements

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V. OBSERVATIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS AND ACTIONS TAKEN

A. Compliance of Previous Recommendations of SEMR

Table 26 : Compliance to Corrective Action Plan of SEMR January - June, 2020

Sr. No.

Observations Action Required Responsibility Target Date Indicator of Compliance and current status

APIIC/03 and APIIC/04 1 The validity of fire

extinguishers were not legible.

Renew and reporting of fire extinguishers kept at construction camp

Contractor Immediately Complied The information and necessary instruction was provided to the contractor and contractor confirm by email.

APIIC/05 2 Site specific EHS plan

not provided Contractor to prepare and submit Site specific Environment, Health and Safety Plan

Contractor Immediately The contractor is in the process of submission of the site specific EHS plan.

3 Environmental monitoring is not being conducted as per the Monitoring Plan

Contractor to conduct environmental monitoring as per the EMP. It is monthly monitoring at 4 locations.

Contractor As per the schedule of EMP

The information and necessary instruction have been given to the contractor and APIIC has also given instruction to the contractor for adherence to the monitoring plan and due to the Pandemic scenario of COVID19 the monitoring could not be one.

4 Finalisation and submission of IEE

APIIC/PMSC and PMU to submit the updated IEE

APIIC/ PMSC Immediately The updated IEE is being submitting.

APTRANSCO/01 4 Maintain consultation

register for consultation with community for excavation for cable laying

Contractor to maintain consultation register.

Contractor As and when work starts

The information and necessary instruction was given to the contractor to maintain consultation register at site. The contractor informed the register is being maintained.

B. Compliance and Recommendation

Table 27: List of Recommendations

Sr. No.

Observations Action Required Responsibility Target Date

Indicator of Compliance and current status

APIIC/03 and APIIC/04 1 Maintain labour

licenses and safe working conditions at site.

Contract to provide safety facility and facilities for works

Contractor Immediately The information and necessary instruction has been provided to the contractor and contractor will confirm in the monthly monitoring report.

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Sr. No.

Observations Action Required Responsibility Target Date

Indicator of Compliance and current status

APIIC/05 2 Update site specific

EHS plan with respect to changes suggested by the PMSC.

Contractor to prepare and submit Site specific Environment, Health and Safety Plan

Contractor Immediately The contractor is in the process of submission of the site specific EHS plan.

3 Environmental monitoring is not being conducted as per the Monitoring Plan

Contractor to conduct environmental monitoring as per the EMP. It is monthly monitoring at 4 locations.

Contractor As per the schedule of EMP

The information and necessary instruction have been given to the contractor and APIIC has also given instruction to the contractor for adherence to the monitoring plan..

4 Finalisation and submission of IEE

APIIC/PMSC and PMU to submit the updated IEE

APIIC/ PMSC Immediately The updated IEE is being submitting.

APTRANSCO/01 5 Update IEE as per the

revised alignment which is under approval.

APTRANSCO/PMSC to submit the updated IEE.

Contractor after finalisation of alignment

The updated IEE is being submitting.

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Appendices

A. Copy of Environmental Clearance of Industrial Park at Attivaram ........................................

B. Environmental Clearance of MPSEZ and Consent to Establish ..............................................

C. Ammendment in CFE for APIIC/01 – CETP .............................................................................

D. Public Consultation ................................................................................................................

E. Appendix – APIIC/01 Environmental Monitoring ...................................................................

F. Appendix – APIIC/03 and APIIC/04 Environmental Monitoring .............................................

G. Appendix – APRDC/01 Environmental Monitoring ................................................................

H. Appendix – APTRANSCO/01 Environmental Monitoring .......................................................

I. Appendix – APTRANSCO/03 Environmental Monitoring ........................................................

J. Appendix – GVMC/02 Environmental Monitoring ..................................................................

K. Appendix – UCCRTF/05 Environmental Monitoring ................................. Error! Bookmark n

L. Appendix – UCCRTF/05 Environmental Monitoring ................................. Error! Bookmark n

M. List of Common Property Resources – APRDC/01 – Samrlakota RajanagaramError! Bookm

N. Methodology of Virtual Site Visit and Stakeholder Consultation in Pandemic SituationErro

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A. Copy of Environmental Clearance of Industrial Park at Attivaram

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B. Environmental Clearance of MPSEZ and Consent to Establish

Source: <Insert Notes or Source>

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C. Ammendment in CFE for APIIC/01 – CETP

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D. Public Consultation

1 Public Communication Activities

Public consultation and outreach program under VCICDP is being undertaken by the

Contractors, PIUs, PMU under the guidance and advise of Public Communication Specialist of

PMSC. The PIU wise details of public consultation is given below.

Name of the PIU No. of Events Participants

Men Women Total

APIIC 8 105 3 108 APTransco 7 146 18 164 APRDC 4 61 3 64 GVMC 43 3278 1794 5072 Total 62 3590 1818 5408 Percentage 66.38 33.62

Program wise activities undertaken are given below.

SN Program Details

Subjects Participants Number

of Programs

Participants

Male Female Total

1 Workshops with PIUs

Planning Outreach Programs

PIU, PMSC and Contractor Staff 4 18 2 20

2 Women Seminar Health & Hygiene Women Group

Members 1 12 18 30

3 Public Consultations

Compensation, Worksite inconvenience, Livelihood Loss

Farmers, Project Affected Persons, Vendor, Residents

6 123 16 139

4 Awareness Programs

Information sharing on Work Schedules, Safety, GRM

Project Affected Persons, Residents, Committees, Vendor & Women

3 54 25 79

5 House Campaign

Sensitization on Work schedule, Safety, Removal of old connection, GRM

Residents, Shopkeepers, Colony Committees, Students

38 3202 1734 4936

6 Workshops Outreach, Safety and GRM Action Planning

Program Managers, Safety Managers, Engineers, Admn. Officers

3 24 2 26

7 Gender Orientation Programs

Facilities for women workers, Employing women

Contractor's Supervisory Staff 2 24 24

8 Sensitization Programs Covid-19, GRM Construction Workers 5 133 21 154

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Total 62 3590 1818 5408

Percentage (%) 66.38 33.62

Photographs of Public Communication Activities July-December 2020

Sensitization program on COVID-19 for contractor’s staff of APTransco/03 Project

on 15.07.2020

APRDC/01 Project Contractor Staff undergoing training on COVID-19 on

10.07.2020

Workshop on COVID-19 with NCC Contractor Staff of GVMC/02 Project on

18 .08.2020

Meeting of PMU & PMSC with ZM, DZM, RE and Construction Engineer of

APIIC/05 Project at Menakuru, Naidupeta held on 19.10.2020

APRDC/01: Interaction with Executive Engineer and Officials of R&B (RDC) on

APRDC/01: Interact with project affected persons on 04.11.2020 at Rajanagaram

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03.11.2020 Trump.

Interaction with BSR Staff at Coference Hall of BSR Office on 04.11.2020

GVMC/02 Project: Interacting with GVMC Officials and NCC Staff on on 05.11.2020

UCCRTF/05 - Meeting with Secretariat Staff, S K Puram on 07.11.2020 for

Awareness Program on keeping Mudasarlova clean

Interacting residents receiving water supply under GVMC/02 Project

APTransco/01-Consultation with affected persons at Vempadu village, Nakkapalli

(M) on 01.12.2020

Meeting with CGM, APIIC, Atchutapuram on 01.12.2020

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UCCRTF/05 - Pamphlet distribution to residents of R K Puram on 02.12.2020

UCCRTF/05 – Meeting with Ward Secretariat Staff, Colony Leaders, SHG Members, Volunteers of R K Puram on

02.12.2020

UCCRTF/05 – Handing over pamphlets to School Teacher of R K Puram on 02.12.2020

GVMC/02 – Interacting with vendor regarding loss of livelihood on 02.12.2020

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E. Appendix – APIIC/01 Environmental Monitoring

1.1 Ground Water Monitoring

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1.2 Sand Mining Permission

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1.3 SiteProgress Photographs of June’20 under VCICDPat Naidupeta Industry Node

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F. Appendix – APIIC/03 and APIIC/04Environmental Monitoring

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G. Appendix – APRDC/01 Environmental Monitoring

MONTHLY HSE STATISTICS REPORT

FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2020

PROJECT: ADB Road pkg‐01

Description UOM

Up to

previous

Month

For the

Month Cumulative

Total Man hours worked. Hours 369988 39680 409668

Total Safe Men hours Hours 369988 39680 409668

No of persons Induction person 613 6 619

No. of Tool box talks conducted. No’s 212 6 218

No of Mock drill conducted. No’s 0 0 0

No of first aid injuries. No’s 23 3 26

No. of Reportable Accident. No’s 2 0 2

No. of Near miss cases. No’s 15 5 20

No. of Health Camp conducted No’s 27 0 27

No. of Inspection conducted. No’s 80 2 82

Safety training conducted No’s 30 1 31

No. of Auditing conducted No’s 11 0 11

No of Air Monitoring conducted No’s 3 0 3

No. of Noise Monitoring No’s 3 0 3

No. of water quality tested No’s 6 0 6

No. of Soil Quality tested No’s 4 0 4

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MONTHLY HSE Training Program

FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER

PROJECT: ADB Road pkg‐01 Date: 31‐12‐2020

Tool Box Talks Conducted at Base Camp HSE Training Conducted

Temperature testing for workers Safety Arrangements at Site

Vehicles Sanitizing

Safety Harness Belts provided and train the

Workers, works at Heights

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H. Appendix – APTRANSCO/01 Environmental Monitoring

APTRANCO‐01 Construction of Substation at

Kappulupada

APTRANCO‐01 – Construction of foundation of

Transmission Line Tower

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I. Appendix – APTRANSCO/03 Environmental Monitoring

AP Transco‐03: Sep 2020 site photos

220KV Transmission line Tower erection at

location no.23/0


location no.24/0


Naidupeta substation end.


location no.23/0

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J. Appendix – GVMC/02 Environmental Monitoring

1.4 Environmental Testing Report

1.4.1 Environmental Sampling Location

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