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DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR THE

“PROPOSED INDUSTRIAL PARK”(112.48Acres)

[Project termed under Schedule (7C) Category ‘B’ - Industrial Park as per EIANotification 2006 and it’s Amendments]

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VILLAGES: RAKAMCHERLA & PUDUR

MANDAL: PUDUR

DISTRICT: VIKARABAD

STATE: TELANGANA

PROPOSED BY

TELANGANA STATE INDUSTRIAL INFRASTRUCTURE CORPORATION LTD.

6th Floor, Parisrama Bhavan,

Fateh Maidan Road, Basheerbagh, Hyderabad – 500 004

REPORT PREPARED BY

(NABET Accredited vide Certificate No: NABET/EIA/1618/SA0015 &

MoEF Recognized Lab vide F.No Q-15018/29/2007-CPW)

HUBERT ENVIRO CARE SYSTEMS PVT LTD., CHENNAI

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Hubert Enviro Care Systems (P)Ltd.Client: TELANGANA STATE INDUSTRIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

CORPORATION LTDProject: DRAFT EIA FOR PROPOSED

INDUSTRIAL PARKProject No.:

Title: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTASSESSMENT REPORT

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TABLE OF CONTENTSAnnexures………………………………………………………….......................xi

Acknowledgement………………………….……………………………...….…xii

Declaration of experts contributing to the EIA ......…………………………..xii

Declaration by the head of the accredited consultantorganization…………………………………………...……….………….....…..xv

Compliance to Terms of Reference (ToR)......................................……….…...xvi

1 Introduction....................................................................................21.1 Purpose of the Report.................................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Project Proponent.......................................................................................................................... 2

1.3 EIA Requirement .......................................................................................................................... 3

1.4 Rationale of the Study................................................................................................................... 4

1.5 Applicability of Environmental Clearance.................................................................................... 5

1.6 Objectives and Scope.................................................................................................................. 13

1.6.1 Objectives of this EIA Report .............................................................................................13

1.7 Methodology Adopted for the Study .......................................................................................... 14

1.7.1 EIA Process.........................................................................................................................14

2 Project Description ......................................................................172.1 Type of the Project...................................................................................................................... 17

2.2 Project Location .......................................................................................................................... 17

2.3 Need for the Project .................................................................................................................... 22

2.4 Project Site .................................................................................................................................. 23

2.5 Existing Site Conditions.............................................................................................................. 23

2.6 Approach to the Site.................................................................................................................... 24

2.7 Proposed Development ............................................................................................................... 25

2.7.1 Plotted Area & Bulk Allotments .........................................................................................26

2.7.2 Access Road and Internal Roads.........................................................................................27

2.7.3 Green Belt Development.....................................................................................................28

2.8 Utilities........................................................................................................................................ 28


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1.3 EIA Requirement .......................................................................................................................... 3






1.7.1 EIA Process.........................................................................................................................14




2.4 Project Site .................................................................................................................................. 23







2.8 Utilities........................................................................................................................................ 28


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1.3 EIA Requirement .......................................................................................................................... 3






1.7.1 EIA Process.........................................................................................................................14




2.4 Project Site .................................................................................................................................. 23







2.8 Utilities........................................................................................................................................ 28


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2.8.1 Power Requirement.............................................................................................................28

2.8.1.2 Electrical Substation ...........................................................................................................29

2.8.2 Water Requirement .............................................................................................................29

2.8.3 Rain Water/Storm Water Drain...........................................................................................31

2.8.4 Solid and Hazardous Wastes...............................................................................................31

2.9 Project Cost................................................................................................................................. 33

3 Description of Environment .......................................................353.1 Scope of Study ............................................................................................................................ 35

3.2 Location ...................................................................................................................................... 35

3.3 Climate........................................................................................................................................ 37

3.4 Rainfall........................................................................................................................................ 38

3.5 Micrometeorology....................................................................................................................... 41

3.6 Air Environment ......................................................................................................................... 43

3.6.1 Reconnaissance Survey.......................................................................................................44

3.6.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................48

3.7 Noise Environment ..................................................................................................................... 52


3.7.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................54

3.7.3 Limits Set by CPCB ............................................................................................................55

3.8 Water Environment ..................................................................................................................... 56


3.8.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................59

3.8.3 Hydrogeology .....................................................................................................................62

3.8.4 Drainage and water Bodies of the Study Area ....................................................................64

3.8.5 Irrigation Practices ...................................................................................................................64

3.9 Land Environment ...................................................................................................................... 67


3.9.2 Geology...............................................................................................................................67

3.9.3 Geomorphology ..................................................................................................................68

3.9.4 Physiography.......................................................................................................................69

3.9.5 Land Use/ Land Cover Classification .................................................................................70

3.10 Soil Environment ........................................................................................................................ 73


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2.9 Project Cost................................................................................................................................. 33


3.2 Location ...................................................................................................................................... 35

3.3 Climate........................................................................................................................................ 37

3.4 Rainfall........................................................................................................................................ 38


3.6 Air Environment ......................................................................................................................... 43


3.6.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................48



3.7.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................54




3.8.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................59

3.8.3 Hydrogeology .....................................................................................................................62





3.9.2 Geology...............................................................................................................................67

3.9.3 Geomorphology ..................................................................................................................68

3.9.4 Physiography.......................................................................................................................69




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2.9 Project Cost................................................................................................................................. 33


3.2 Location ...................................................................................................................................... 35

3.3 Climate........................................................................................................................................ 37

3.4 Rainfall........................................................................................................................................ 38


3.6 Air Environment ......................................................................................................................... 43


3.6.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................48



3.7.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................54




3.8.2 Baseline Status ....................................................................................................................59

3.8.3 Hydrogeology .....................................................................................................................62





3.9.2 Geology...............................................................................................................................67

3.9.3 Geomorphology ..................................................................................................................68

3.9.4 Physiography.......................................................................................................................69




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3.10.1 Soil Type .............................................................................................................................73

3.10.2 Soil Monitoring ...................................................................................................................74

3.11 Terrestrial Ecology...................................................................................................................... 79

3.11.1 Flora in the Study Area .......................................................................................................79

3.11.2 Fauna...................................................................................................................................88

3.12 Socio Economic Environment .................................................................................................... 92

3.12.1 Social Indicators..................................................................................................................92

3.12.2 Economy of the District ....................................................................................................102

3.12.3 Industries...........................................................................................................................102

3.12.4 Social Survey – Interaction with People ...........................................................................103

3.12.5 Outcome of Socio Economic Survey ................................................................................111

4 Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures1144.1 Impact Identification and Evaluation ........................................................................................ 114

4.1.1 Nature of Impact ...............................................................................................................114

4.1.2 Duration of Impact ............................................................................................................114

4.1.3 Aerial Extent of Impact.....................................................................................................115

4.1.4 Intensity of Impact ............................................................................................................115

4.2 Impacts due to Development of Industrial Park........................................................................ 116

4.2.1 Construction Phase............................................................................................................116

4.2.2 Operation Phase Impacts and Mitigation Measures.................................................................. 122

4.2.3 Impacts on Quality of Life ................................................................................................127

4.2.4 Impacts on Land Use.........................................................................................................128

4.2.5 Impacts on Standard of Living and Economic Opportunities ...........................................128

4.3 Impact Assessment.................................................................................................................... 131

5 Analysis of Alternatives.............................................................1385.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................... 138

5.2 Site Selection ............................................................................................................................ 138

5.3 Alternative I - prepare the site on an as-needed basis ............................................................... 138

5.4 Alternative II - Proposed Development .................................................................................... 139

5.5 Future Review and Approval .................................................................................................... 139

5.6 Comparison of Alternatives ...................................................................................................... 140


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3.10.1 Soil Type .............................................................................................................................73

3.10.2 Soil Monitoring ...................................................................................................................74



3.11.2 Fauna...................................................................................................................................88




3.12.3 Industries...........................................................................................................................102




4.1.1 Nature of Impact ...............................................................................................................114












5.2 Site Selection ............................................................................................................................ 138






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3.10.1 Soil Type .............................................................................................................................73

3.10.2 Soil Monitoring ...................................................................................................................74



3.11.2 Fauna...................................................................................................................................88




3.12.3 Industries...........................................................................................................................102




4.1.1 Nature of Impact ...............................................................................................................114












5.2 Site Selection ............................................................................................................................ 138






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5.6.1 Alternative Location ................................................................................................................. 140

5.6.2 Comparison of Alternatives and the Preferred Alternative....................................................... 141

5.7 Conclusion ................................................................................................................................ 141

6 Environmental Monitoring Programme .................................1436.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................... 143

6.2 Environmental Effects Monitoring in EIA................................................................................ 143

6.3 Environmental Monitoring Program – Construction and Operation Phase: ............................. 144

6.4 Budget for Environmental Monitoring ..................................................................................... 146

6.5 Monitoring Methodologies ....................................................................................................... 146

6.6 Reporting & Documentation..................................................................................................... 147

7 Environmental Management Plan ...........................................1497.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................... 149

7.2 Environmental Management Plan............................................................................................. 151

7.3 Objectives of EMP.................................................................................................................... 152

7.4 EMP Structure and Organization .............................................................................................. 153

7.4.1 Roles and Responsibilities for EMP ......................................................................................... 154

7.4.2 Environmental Management Cell ............................................................................................. 155

7.4.3 Responsibilities of Environment Management Cell ................................................................. 156

7.4.4 Monitoring of Environment ...................................................................................................... 157

7.5 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) .................................................................................... 158

7.6 Environmental Aspects -Construction Phase ............................................................................ 158

7.6.1 Air Environment ....................................................................................................................... 161

7.6.2 Water Environment ................................................................................................................... 161

7.6.3 Noise Environment ................................................................................................................... 162

7.6.4 Social Environment................................................................................................................... 163

7.7 Environment Management Plan - Operation Phase .................................................................. 163

7.7.1 Air Environment ....................................................................................................................... 165



7.7.4 Land Environment and Solid/Hazardous Waste Management ................................................. 170

7.7.5 Green Belt Design Methodology and Approach....................................................................... 171

7.7.6 Material Management ............................................................................................................... 171


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7.6.1 Air Environment ....................................................................................................................... 161





7.7.1 Air Environment ....................................................................................................................... 165







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7.6.1 Air Environment ....................................................................................................................... 161





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7.7.7 Hazardous Waste Management................................................................................................. 172

7.7.8 Energy Conservation Measures Proposed................................................................................. 174

7.7.9 Fire Safety Facility.................................................................................................................... 174

7.7.10 Occupational Health and Safety................................................................................................ 174

7.7.11 Safety and Emergency Plan ...................................................................................................... 177

7.7.12 Fire Protection........................................................................................................................... 178

7.7.13 Green belt Development ........................................................................................................... 180

7.7.14 Corporate Social Responsibility................................................................................................ 180

7.7.15 Budget for Environmental Management................................................................................... 181

8 Additional Studies......................................................................1848.1 Risk Assessment ....................................................................................................................... 184

8.2 Disaster Management Plan........................................................................................................ 184

8.2.1 Major Activities .................................................................................................................184

8.2.5 Emergency Plan.................................................................................................................186

8.2.6 Service & Control .............................................................................................................187

8.3 Public Hearing .......................................................................................................................... 188

9 Project Benefits ..........................................................................190

10 Summary and Conclusion.........................................................192

11 Disclosure of Consultants Engaged..........................................195


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8.2.5 Emergency Plan.................................................................................................................186

8.2.6 Service & Control .............................................................................................................187

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8.2.5 Emergency Plan.................................................................................................................186

8.2.6 Service & Control .............................................................................................................187

8.3 Public Hearing .......................................................................................................................... 188





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LIST OF TABLES

Table 1.1 Applicable Acts and Rules for the Proposed Project .................................................................... 7Table 2.1 Project site and surrounding features ..........................................................................................17Table 2.2 Land use breakup for the project ................................................................................................25Table 2.3 List of Industries Allocated.........................................................................................................26Table 2.4 List of Industries Proposed .........................................................................................................26Table 2.5 Water Requirement during Construction Phase..........................................................................26Table 2.6 Water Requirement for Proposed Industries ...............................................................................30Table 2.7 Municipal Waste generation during construction phase ...........................................................326Table 2.8 Solid & Hazardous Waste details of Allotted & Proposed Industries ........................................32Table 2.9 Project Cost.................................................................................................................................33Table 3.1 Climatic Condition in Vikarabad district in 2014 .......................................................................38Table 3.2 Rainfall distribution during the respective seasons.....................................................................38Table 3.3 Meteorological Observations (March – May).............................................................................42Table 3.4 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Locations ...............................................................................45Table 3.5 Test methods for the analysis of Ambient Air Quality parameters.............................................48Table 3.6 Average Ambient Air Quality Monitoring data ..........................................................................50Table 3.7 Noise level sampling monitoring locations.................................................................................53Table 3.8 Summary of Noise monitoring in the Study area........................................................................55Table 3.9 Water sampling location details..................................................................................................57Table 3.10 Test methgods used for the analysis of water quality parameters.............................................59Table 3.11 Results of Surface water samples .............................................................................................60Table 3.12 Analytical results on Ground water samples.............................................................................61Table 3.13 Area irrigated different sources (in Ha) ....................................................................................65Table 3.14 Area Irrigated under food & Nonfood crops of RR District (2013-14) ....................................65Table 3.15 Land use classification ..............................................................................................................71Table 3.16 Soil Sampling Locations in the study area................................................................................74Table 3.17 Analytical results of soil samples collected at different sampling stations...............................77Table 3.18 List of Trees in the Study Area .................................................................................................82Table 3.19 Shrubs recorded in the study area .............................................................................................87Table 3.20 Climbers present in the study area ............................................................................................87Table 3.21 Herbs recorded in the study area...............................................................................................87Table 3.22 Aquatic plants recorded in the study area .................................................................................88Table 3.23 List of Mammals recorded in the study area.............................................................................89Table 3.24 Birds recorded in the study area................................................................................................89Table 3.25 Reptiles recorded in the study area ...........................................................................................90Table 3.26 List of Amphibians ...................................................................................................................91Table 3.27 List of Insects recorded in the study area..................................................................................91Table 3.28 Child Population in the District ................................................................................................94Table 3.29 Comparison of Demographic profile 2011 and 2001................................................................96Table 3.30 Comparison of Demographic profile between Rural and Urban ..............................................96


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Table 3.31 Schools in the District (2013-20104) ......................................................................................100Table 3.32 Dropout rate of Girls and Boys for the district and the State. (2013-14)................................100Table 3.33 Health facilities in the district .................................................................................................101Table 3.34 Livestock population in the district.........................................................................................102Table 4.1 Stack emission details for modeling .........................................................................................123Table 4.2 Predicted GLC for Proposed Stack ...........................................................................................126Table 4.3 Emission details of diesel Engines............................................................................................127Table 4.4 Summary of Findings................................................................................................................128Table 4.5 Summary Matrix of Predicted Impacts and Mitigation Measures ............................................131Table 6.1 Environmental Monitoring Program for Construction and Operation Phase............................144Table 6.2 Budgetary Allocation for Environmental Monitoring...............................................................146Table 7.1 Responsibility for EMP implementation...................................................................................154Table 7.2 Hazardous waste category and disposal method.........................................................................94Table 7.3 Budget for Environmental Management.....................................................................................94Table 11.1 Details of the Consultant.........................................................................................................195


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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1.1 EIA Process Cycle .....................................................................................................................15Figure 2.1 Location of the Project site ........................................................................................................19Figure 2.2 Project Site 15 Km Radius Map ................................................................................................20Figure 2.3 Satellite Imagery of the site Showing 10Km radius ................................................................201Figure 2.4 Google Image showing the Project site boundary with coordinates........................................202Figure 2.5 Site Photos ...............................................................................................................................204Figure 2.6 Site approach road from SH4 ..................................................................................................204Figure 2.7 Access road to site from SH4 ..................................................................................................205Figure 2.8 Water Balance Chart..................................................................................................................31Figure 3.1 Project Site Showing the administrative Setup..........................................................................36Figure 3.2 Topo map showing the project site and its surrounding features ..............................................37Figure 3.3 Monthly and Annual Rainfall of Vikarabad District (Source IMD)..........................................39Figure 3.4 Rainfall pattern in Vikarabad District .......................................................................................40Figure 3.5 Deviation of rainfall from Normal for Vikarabad District .......................................................40Figure 3.6 Wind Rose Diagram in the month of March to May 2014 .......................................................43Figure 3.7 Air quality monitoring Sampling locations Map (10Km Radius) .............................................46Figure 3.8 Sampling Photographs ...............................................................................................................47Figure 3.9 Noise level monitoring locations Map (10Km Radius) .............................................................58Figure 3.10 Water Sampling locations Map (10Km Radius)......................................................................58Figure 3.11 Ground Water Quality of Pudur Area......................................................................................63Figure 3.12 Drainage Map of the Study area ..............................................................................................66Figure 3.13 Geology Map of the Project Site .............................................................................................68Figure 3.14 Physiography of the Study area ...............................................................................................70Figure 3.15 Land Use and Land cover Classification of Study area...........................................................72Figure 3.16 Land Use / Land Cover Map of the Study area .......................................................................72Figure 3.17 Geological formation of the Study Area.................................................................................73Figure 3.18 Soil Classification of the Study Area .....................................................................................74Figure 3.19 Types of soil in the study area .................................................................................................75Figure 3.20 Soil Sampling Locations of the study area ..............................................................................76Figure 3.21 Floral Biodiversity in the study area........................................................................................82Figure 3.22 District-Social Groups in Rangareddy district.........................................................................93Figure 3.23 Sex-Ratio District vs State.......................................................................................................93Figure 3.24 Population of Vikarabad District .............................................................................................94Figure 3.25 Types of workers in the district ...............................................................................................97Figure 3.26 Percapita income of the district ...............................................................................................97Figure 3.27 Operational Land Holding .......................................................................................................98Figure 3.28 Land use pattern 2013 - 2014 ................................................................................................949Figure 3.29 Amenities available in the study area ....................................................................................107Figure 3.30 Living culture of people in the study area .............................................................................108


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Figure 3.31 Interaction with people on Socio - economic aspects............................................................110Figure 4.1Terrain map of the site..............................................................................................................124Figure 4.2 Ground Level Concentration of SOx .......................................................................................125Figure 4.3 Ground Level Concentration of Nox .......................................................................................125Figure 4.4 GLC of PM ..............................................................................................................................126Figure 7.1 Organogram for Environmental Management.........................................................................156

LIST OFABBREVIATIONS

AAQ Ambient Air Quality MonitoringDMP Disaster Management PlanEIA Environmental Impact AssessmentEM Environmental Monitoring

EMP Environmental Management PlanETP Effluent Treatment PlantSTP Sewage Treatment PlantLPG Liquefied Petroleum GasKLD Kilo litres per dayRA Risk analysisHW Hazardous WasteSQ Soil Quality

MTPA Metric Tonne Per AnnumNAAQ National Ambient Air Quality

NQ Noise QualityWQ Water Quality

µg/cu.m Microgram per cubic metermg/litre Milligram/litreng/litre Nanogram/litre


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ANNEXURES

Annexure 1: ToR letter copy

Annexure 2: ToR extension letter copy

Annexure 3: Land documents

Annexure 4: G.O. copy

Annexure 5: Revised Master Plan of proposed industrial park

Annexure 6: Traffic plan layout

Annexure 7: Water line layout

Annexure 8: Hydrogeology study report

Annexure 9: Storm Water Line Layout

Annexure 10: NAAQS copy

Annexure 11: Drinking water standards

Annexure 12: Noise standards and rules

Annexure 13: Project site contour map

Annexure 14: Project site overlapping layout

Annexure 15: Revenue sketch

Annexure 16: Panchanama of the project site

Annexure 17: Project site layout with survey numbers


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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The following people are gratefully acknowledged for their fullest support in rendering needful

information regarding the project and kind cooperation in fulfilling the report.

Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Ltd. (TSIIC)

Mr. A. Laxmikantha Reddy- Chief Engineer

Mr. Maloth Nanu- Environmental Engineer

Mr. J. Vijay Kumar Reddy- Environmental Engineer

Mrs. Archana - Environmental Engineer

Mr. Raj Kiran – Environmental Engineer

Hubert Enviro Care Systems Pvt. Ltd, Chennai

Dr. J.R.Moses – FAE

Dr. Rajkumar Samuel–FAE

Mr. Abishek Moses – Team Member

Mr. Vamsee Krishna Navooru – EIA Coordinator

Mr. A.Manoharan– FAE

Mr. V.Dhivakar– FAE

Mrs. Ramaa Prakash – FAE

Mr.N.Varadharajan – Team Member

Mr. Chengalvarayan– Team Member

Ms. A. Ragatharani – Team Member

Laboratory Details

Hubert Enviro Care Systems Pvt. Ltd., Ashok Nagar, Chennai – Approved by MoEF&CC


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Declaration of Experts contributing to the EIA

I, hereby, certify that I was a part of the EIA team in the following capacity that developed theabove EIA.

EIA Coordinator:

Name: Vamsee Krishna Navooru

Signature: Date: February 06, 2017

Period of Involvement: Oct 2016 - On going

Contact Information: Hubert Enviro Care Systems (P) Ltd

# A-21, III Phase, Behind Lions Club School

Thiru Vi Ka Industrial Estate

Guindy, Chennai - 600 032, Tamil Nadu, India.

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.hecs.in

Functional Area Experts:

S. No.Functional

AreasName of the

ExpertDuration of Involvement Signature

1. AP Dr. J. R. Moses October 2014 to Till date

2. WP Ramaa PrakashOctober 2014 to Till date

3. SHWDr. J. R. Moses,Ramaa Prakash

October 2014 to Till date

4.AP,WP,N &SHW

Mr. VamseeKrishna Navooru


5. SE V DhivakarOctober 2013 to Till date


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6. EB,WPDr. RajkumarSamuel

March 2015

7. AQ Dr. J. R. Moses October 2014 to Till date

8. RH Dr. J. R .Moses October 2014 to Till date

9. SE, EB, SC A. ManoharanOctober 2014 toDecember 2014

10. HG DR.T.P.Natesan March to May 2014

11. LU DR.T.P.Natesan March to May 2014

12. GEO DR.T.P.Natesan March to May 2014

13. NV Mr.Brijesh Kumar April 2014

*See below the expansion of Functional Areas

Functional AreaCode

Abbreviation of the Functional Areas

LU Land UseAP Air Pollution monitoring, Prevention and ControlAQ Meteorology, Air Quality Modeling & PredictionWP Water Pollution monitoring, Prevention and ControlEB Ecology and BiodiversityNV Noise and VibrationSE Socio-EconomicsHG Hydrology, Ground Water & Water ConservationGEO GeologySC Soil ConservationRH Risk Assessment and Hazards ManagementSHW Solid and Hazardous Waste Management


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Project Mile StoneS.No Description Date

1 EC Application Submission 8.8.2013

2 ToR Issued 25.9.2013

3 Base Line Monitoring March to May 2014

4 ToR Extension Requested 24.9.2015 & 27.11.2015

5 One year Extension of Additional ToR

submission with Draft EIA Report

6.4.2016

6 Additional ToR Extension Requested 7.11.2016

7 Additional ToR request SEAC Meeting held 30.12.2016

8 Additional ToR Extension Letter Received 3.2.2017

9 Draft EIA Report Submitted 9.2. 2017


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Declaration by the Head of the Accredited Consultant Organization

I, Dr. J.R.MOSES hereby, confirm that the above mentioned experts prepared the EIA for

“Proposed Industrial Park at Rakamcherla” for Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure

Corporation LTD at Rakamcherla village Sy.no. 5/1 and Pudur village Sy. No’s. 243/1, 244/1,

245/1, 246/1, 247/1 & 248/1 of Pudur Mandal, Vikarabad District in the State of Telangana.

I also confirm that I shall be fully accountable for any misleading information mentioned in this

statement.

Signature:

Name: Dr. J.R MosesDesignation: CEOName of the EIA Consultant Organization: Hubert Enviro Care Systems Pvt. Ltd., ChennaiNABET Accredited Serial No. & Issue Date: 78, 6th Feb 2017.


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COMPLIANCE TO TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)


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Compliance to Terms of Reference (TOR)

S.No Terms of Reference TOR Compliance

1.Project Location and Layout

The project location details areexplained in chapter 2, 2.2, pg no. 17to 22.

2. A Recent satellite imagery of the project areaand its surroundings

The satellite image is given in Figureno. 2.3, Pg No.21.

3.Topo map and layout drawing of the project site.

The topo map is given in Fig No. 3-1A, pg no. 44.

4. Location of National Park/Wild life sanctuary/Reserve Forest within 10 km radius of theproject.

No wildlife or National park orReserve Forest present in 10KmRadius.

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Present land use and cropping pattern based onsatellite imagery for the study area of 10 kmradius.

The land use study for 15Km radiusis done and mentioned in chapter 3,3.9, 3.9.5, pg no. 77-79.

The Cropping pattern details arementioned in chapter 3, 3.12.1.7, Pgno. 98 – 99.

6.Contour map of the project site

The Contour map is given in Figure3.14.

7. Rain water Harvesting details Discussed in chapter 2, 2.8.5.

8.List of Industries Proposed

List of industries allotted list is givenin chapter 2, 2.7.

9. Details of water consumption and source ofwater supply, waste water generation, treatmentand effluent disposal with water Balance.

Water requirement details mentionedin chapter 2, 2.8, 2.8.2 Pg no. 29 to32.

10.Water Conservation measures proposed

Water Conservation detailsMentioned in chapter 7, 7.7. 2.

11.Power requirement & power back up

Power requirement detailsmentioned in chapter 2, 2.8, 2.8.1.


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12. Detailed solid waste generation, collection,segregation, its recycling and reuse, treatmentand disposal.

Solid waste details are calculatedbased on manpower and mentionedin chapter 2, 2.8, 2.8.4, Pg no. 33.

13.

Total cost of the project along with total capitalcost and recurring cost/annum for environmentalpollution control measures.

Capital cost given for environmentalpollution control measures isRs.79.85 Lakhs and the break updetails with recurring cost mentionedin chapter 7, 7.7.15, Table 7.3 pg no.183.

14. Site-specific micro-meteorological data fortemperature, relative humidity, hourly windspeed and direction and rainfall for one season atone location.

Discussed in chapter 3, 3.4, 3.5, Pgno. 38 to 43.

15. Ambient air quality monitoring locations within10 Km radius of study area as per the standardsdated 16 November, 2009 for one season at 10locations (Non Monsoon) taking into account thepre-dominant wind direction, population zoneand sensitive receptors.

Air quality monitoring detailsdiscussed in chapter 3, 3.6, pg no. 43- 51.

16.Determination of atmospheric inversion leveland assessment of ground level concentration ofpollutants. Air quality modeling for proposedproject.

The air dispersion modeling hasbeen analyzed and found thatpredicted GLC are well within thelimits as Mentioned in chapter 4,4.2, 4.2.2, Pg no.122-127.

17. Water monitoring including surface & groundwater at 10 locations within 10 Km radius ofstudy area (Non Monsoon).

Water analysis details discussed inchapter 3, 3.8, pg no. 56 - 62.

18. Soil sample analysis at 10 locations within thestudy area (Non Monsoon).

Soil analysis discussed in Chapter 3,3.10, Pg no. 73 to 78.

19. Noise Monitoring at 10 locations within thestudy area for one season (Non Monsoon).

Noise Monitoring discussed inchapter 3, 3.7, Pg no. 52 to 56.

20.Demography & Socio-economics of the studyarea.

Socio Economic studies have beengiven in chapter 3, 3.12, Pg no. 92 –112.


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21.Ecological features (Terrestrial & Aquatic) of thestudy area.

The study has been done andenclosed in chapter 3, 3.11, Pg No.79-92.

22.Assessment of impact on air, water, soil, solid/Hazardous waste and noise levels.

The detail study has been done andmentioned in chapter 4, 4.3, Pg No.131- 136.

23. Air pollution control measures proposed for theeffective control of gaseous emissions withinpermissible limits.

Individual industries will install airpollution control measures as pernorms.

24. Risk assessment including Hazard identification,Consequence Analysis, Risk Assessment andpreparation of Disaster Management Plan.

Risk assessment and other detailsmentioned in Chapter 8, Pg no. 185.

25.Details of proposed Occupational HealthSurveillance program for the employees andother labour.

Occupational health surveillancewill be conducted to employees byindividual industries which arediscussed in EMP chapter 7, 7.7.10,Pg no. 175.

26. Detailed Environment management Plan (EMP)with specific reference to Energy conservationand natural resource conservation, details of airpollution control system, water & wastewatermanagement, monitoring frequency,responsibility and time bound implementationplan for mitigation measure will be provided.

EMP is enclosed in chapter 7.

Additional ToR

27. Type and number of industries proposed to beaccommodated

Details are provided in section 2.7,2.7.1, Chapter 2. Proposed Industriesare listed in Table 2.4

28. Undertaking that the projects other thanCategory ‘A’ projects will be accommodated inthe proposed Industrial Park.

Only 7 industries have been allottedso far in the proposed industrial area,namely,

Binjusaria Metal Box Com.

Anil Re-Rolling Mills


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Garg Steels

Arun Ispat Udyog

Neha Steels

All are steel Re-rolling industriesand will be coming under CategoryB.

Gujarat Enviro Protection &Infrastructure Ltd

M.N. Industries

As required by Additional ToRUndertaking the projects Other than“A” Category industries will beallotted in the Industrial Park.

29. Proposal for development of Green belt in anarea of 33% of total area.

It is proposed to develop greenbelt inminimum 33% of total site area inwhich 14.94% of open space areaused for greenbelt and the remaininggreen belt area will be maintained byindividual industries.

Detailed at sections 2.7.3, Chapter 2.

Additional Information

30. Layout Copy with Sy. Nos. The Layout with Survey numbersenclosed as Annexure 17

31. Over lapping layouts showing the previouslayout area and new layout area

The Superimposed Layout (Revised& old) enclosed as Annexure 14

32. Revenue sketch of the land acquired for thepurpose of approach road

Approach road Revenue Sketchenclosed as Annexure 15.

33. Panchanama of the land acquired for the purposeof approach road

Panchanama of the land acquiredenclosed as Annexure 16.


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Rakamcherla IP - EIA Introduction

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Chapter 1

Introduction


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1 Introduction

1.1 Purpose of the Report

Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited (TSIIC) proposes to develop an

Industrial Park at Sy.No 5/1 of Rakamcherla village and Sy. Nos. 243/1, 244/1, 245/1, 246/1, 247/1

& 248/1 of Pudur Village, Pudur Mandal, Vikarabad District in the State of Telangana. The total

area for development is 112.48 Acres (45.52 Ha) proposed with related infrastructure, including

green belt, access road, internal roads, storm water drains, water supply and power supply.

The proposed site is strategically situated adjacent to the SH-4 connecting Manneguda and Pargi.

The site is furthermore situated at 12 Km Northwest of Rangareddy – Wadi junction main line.

Currently the project land is predominantly barren, the site is relatively flat on the northern side

with a gradient on the southern side and far away from densely populated human settlements, and

therefore the property has been identified as land suitable for Industrial Development. The purpose

of this project is to promote industrial activity in the region to meet a growing demand in the

services sector, and to enhance future economic growth within the region. The proposed Industrial

Park will accommodate the relocation of Steel rerolling mills. The sub region surrounding the site is

undergoing significant change in recent year as a result of both commercial and industrial activity.

1.2 Project Proponent

Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation’s Limited (TSIIC), formerly Andhra Pradesh

Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited (APIIC) before the bifurcation of the Andhra Pradesh

State, was formed in 1973 by the GO No: 831 dated 10th Sep 1973 issued by Government of

Andhra Pradesh headquartered at 6th Floor, Parisrama Bhavan, Fateh Maidan Road, Basheerbagh,

Hyderabad – 500 004, Telangana, India. TSIIC is an autonomous premier organization in the State,

vested with the objective of providing Industrial Infrastructure through Development of Industrial

Parks and Special Economic Zones. The Industrial Parks and Special Economic Zones are playing

a pivotal role, in attracting investments to the State both domestic & foreign by providing multiple

incentives. TSIIC is spread over in all districts of Telangana having 6 Zonal Offices. The major

responsibility of TSIIC is to promote and undertake infrastructure development in its Industrial

parks and take up regular maintenance. TSIIC is also delegated with Local Authority Powers under

Panchayat Raj & Municipal Act by the Government of Telangana.


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1.3 EIA Requirement

The Government of India (GOI), Ministry of Environment and Forests & Climate Change (MoEF

& CC), New Delhi, vide Notification No. S.O. 1533 dated 14th September, 2006 (subsequently

amended by S.O. 3067(E) dated 01-12-2009), has made it mandatory to obtain ‘Prior

Environmental Clearance’ for projects or activities within the schedule of that notification from

MoEF & CC (for Category A projects) or from SEIAA (for Category B projects). The proposed

project of Industrial park is classified as Category B, Industrial Estate, <500 Ha falls under schedule

No. 7(C) of the said Notification. As this proposed project is a category B project, requisite

application in prescribed Form-1 was submitted to SEIAA, Telangana. Based on the information

furnished and presentation done before the State Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) and after

giving due consideration to various aspects of the project, scoping of the project was done by SEAC

and Terms of Reference (TOR) were assigned for the EIA study. With a view to evaluate likely

impacts on various components of the environment because of the proposed project, TSIIC took

service of Hubert Enviro Care System Pvt. Ltd, Chennai for preparation of Environmental Impact

Assessment Report.

This report will give information about baseline data collected to identify, quantify, predict and

assess impacts on various environmental components like air, water, noise, land etc. for the months

of March, April & May 2014. In line with the requirements of the Environment protection act 1986

as amended in 1991, and the rules there under, this EIA Report provides a detailed description of

the predevelopment environment, specifically in terms of the biophysical and socio-economic

environment of the study area. Furthermore, the report provides a comprehensive description of the

activities as well as numerous specialist studies undertaken for the EIA Phase and Public

Participation Process (PPP), as well as the way forward in the form of conclusions,

recommendations and a draft Environmental Management Plan. To ensure the completeness of the

EIA and Draft EMP, specialists surveyed the area to identify the potential impacts of the project on

the area.

The EIA of the project activities was determined by identifying the environmental aspects and then

undertaking an environmental risk assessment to determine the significant environmental aspects.

The environmental impact assessment has included all phases of the project namely the

construction phase and operational phase. The rating system is applied to the potential impact on


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the receiving environment and includes an objective evaluation of the mitigation of the impact.

During the EIA, the impact of the Industrial park Development on the biophysical and social

environments was assessed. From the assessment, it was determined which parts of the two

environments will be more significantly affected as compared to others. It was this assessment that

allowed the EAP to make an informed analysis & opinion of the proposed development.

With a view to evaluate likely impacts due to the proposed projects on various component of the

environment and propose appropriate management and monitoring plan, TSIIC took services of

NABET Accredited Consultant, Hubert Enviro Care System Pvt. Ltd.

1.4 Rationale of the Study

The development of steel rerolling industries within the Rakamcherla Industrial Park should be

done in such a way that the water resources, biodiversity, health of the local people and visitors will

not get affected. However, on the reverse side, these same industries will become an important

source of revenue for the local people. The adverse impacts caused by industrial expansion within

the zone needs to be identified and assessed to protect the biodiversity of the region by promoting

the sustainable development of the surrounding communities in a deliberate and tactful way.

Furthermore, environmental pollution by the emerging industries around the industrial park needs

to be assessed. In order to assess the situation, comprehensive information about the proposed

industries; multi-dimensional impacts expected by the industries; land use planning for the

promotion of livelihoods of the locals using non-carbon emissions sources of income generation;

and preservation of cultural values of the Pudur Mandal need to be integrated into the conservation

and development plan of the region in order to reduce the environmental degradation.

In this regard, as per the Environment protection act 1986 as amended in 1991, and the rules there

under an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is mandatory for the protection, conservation

and sustainable management of the environment.

The scope of the work mentioned includes an assessment study of proposed industries and their

impact on the region. This study puts forward the most effective ways to protect the environment

from increasing pollution caused by the burgeoning industrial development and recommendations

for environmental-friendly development initiatives in the region.


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1.5 Applicability of Environmental Clearance

The Proposed activity attracts EC under sector 7c (B) of the EIA Notification 14th September, 2006

and its amendments there off.

The application for Environmental Clearance (EC) was submitted to Andhra Pradesh SEIAA

(before bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) on 8th August 2013 and the proposal was

taken up in the SEAC meeting held on 27th August, 2013 and the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the

project was given vide Letter no. SEIAA/AP/RRD/2012-3812 dated 25.09.2013 and the same is

enclosed in Annexure -1. Further due to changes in the area and survey nos., change in the layout

of the Industrial park and for extension of ToR, the project was again taken up in 11th SEAC

Meeting held on 10.12.2015 and the changes in the survey nos., change in the layout were accepted

by SEAC on and the validity of ToR was extended for one more year and the same is enclosed in

Annexure 2. The project was again taken up in 23rd SEAC Meeting held on 30.12.2016, and the

additional ToR Extension was accepted by SEAC and the validity of ToR will be extended for One

more year. The copy of Minutes of meeting is enclosed in Annexure-18. The EIA report is based

on the Terms of Reference issued by SEIAA, Telangana.

The Industrial Park is proposed only for category B & Other non-polluting/low pollution potential

industrial activities. All industries Proposed inside the Industrial Park will obtain EC & other

applicable permissions under application statutes from competent authorities.

Applicable Regulatory Framework

The following are applicable Acts and Rules related to the proposed project:

The Environment Protection Act - 1986

EIA Notification 2006 and its amendments

Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act,1974and its amendments

Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act,1981and its amendments

The National Environment Appellate Authority Act (NEAA) 1997

The Land Acquisition Act 1894 & 1989

The Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Act 1990

Central Motor Vehicle Act, 1988

Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1989 amended 2000 and 2003


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Manufacture Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1989 amended 2000

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

Batteries (Management and Handling) Rules, 2001.

The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 amended 1992

The Factories Act, 1948

The Petroleum Act, 1934

The Petroleum Rules, 2002

The Gas Cylinder Rules, 2004

The Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 1981

Central Motor Vehicle Act 1988 and Central Motor Vehicle Rules1989

The details of Acts and Rules with applicability for the proposed project are given in Table 1-1.


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Table 1-1 Applicable Acts and Rules for the Proposed Project

S.No Act / Rules PurposeApplicable

Yes/ NoReason for Applicability Authority

1. The Environment

Protection Act-1986

To protect and improve

overall environment

Yes All the industries proposed

attract this Act

MoEF & CC. GoI; CPCB;

SPCB

2. Environmental Impact

Assessment

Notification 14th Sep

2006 and subsequent

amendments time to

time

To provide

environmental clearance

to new development

activities following

environmental impact

assessment

Yes The project falls under

Schedule 7 (c) Category B

as per the notification.

MoEF & CC, SEIAA

3. The National

Environment Appellate

Authority Act (NEAA)

1997

Address Grievances

regarding the process of

environmental

clearance.

Yes Grievances if any will be

dealt with, within this act.

NEAA

4. The Air (Prevention

and Control of

Pollution) Act, 1981

Prevention, control and

abatement of air

pollution

Yes During construction of

roads, piling works inside

the industrial park,

During operation -Air

pollutants from Industries in

the Industrial park

CPCB and SPCB


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1. The Environment

Protection Act-1986


overall environment


attract this Act


SPCB


Assessment


2006 and subsequent

amendments time to

time

To provide


to new development



assessment




MoEF & CC, SEIAA

3. The National



1997

Address Grievances


environmental

clearance.



NEAA


and Control of



abatement of air

pollution






the Industrial park

CPCB and SPCB


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1. The Environment

Protection Act-1986


overall environment


attract this Act


SPCB


Assessment


2006 and subsequent

amendments time to

time

To provide


to new development



assessment




MoEF & CC, SEIAA

3. The National



1997

Address Grievances


environmental

clearance.



NEAA


and Control of



abatement of air

pollution






the Industrial park

CPCB and SPCB


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5. The Water Prevention

and Control of

Pollution) Act 1974

amended 1988

Prevention and control

of water pollution and

also maintaining or

restoring the

wholesomeness of water

Yes Water Pollutants generate

from industries in the

Industrial park has to be

treated to prescribed

standards

CPCB and SPCB

6. The Noise Pollution

(Regulation and

Control) Act 1990

The standards for noise

for day and night have

been promulgated by the

MoEF for various land

uses.

Yes This act will be applicable as

noise generates from industrial

process and vehicular

movement and to assess the

impact for protection measure

needs to be considered in

design.

CPCB and SPCB

7. Environmental

(Protection) Rules,

1986 (Amendments in

1999, 2001, 2002,

2002, 2002, 2003,

2004)

Protection and

Improvement of the

Environment

Yes As all environmental

notifications, rules and

Schedules are issued under

this act.

MoEF, GoI; CPCB and

SPCB


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and Control of

Pollution) Act 1974

amended 1988



also maintaining or

restoring the






standards

CPCB and SPCB


(Regulation and

Control) Act 1990





uses.







design.

CPCB and SPCB

7. Environmental

(Protection) Rules,

1986 (Amendments in

1999, 2001, 2002,

2002, 2002, 2003,

2004)

Protection and

Improvement of the

Environment




this act.

MoEF, GoI; CPCB and

SPCB


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and Control of

Pollution) Act 1974

amended 1988



also maintaining or

restoring the






standards

CPCB and SPCB


(Regulation and

Control) Act 1990





uses.







design.

CPCB and SPCB

7. Environmental

(Protection) Rules,

1986 (Amendments in

1999, 2001, 2002,

2002, 2002, 2003,

2004)

Protection and

Improvement of the

Environment




this act.

MoEF, GoI; CPCB and

SPCB


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8. Hazardous Waste

(Management and

Handling) Rules, 1989

amended 2000 and

2003

Management &

Handling of hazardous

wastes in line with the

Basel convention

Yes Industries will generate

hazardous waste which may

be from process, utilities etc

and they have to be

managed as per the Rules

MoEF, CPCB, SPCB,

DGFT, Port Authority

and Customs Authority

9. Manufacture Storage

and Import of

Hazardous Chemicals

Rules, 1989 amended

2000

Regulate the

manufacture, storage

and import of

Hazardous Chemicals

Yes Some Industries will use

Hazardous Chemicals -

Toxic, Explosive,

Flammable, Reactive

Ministry of Environment

& Forests, CPCB, SPCB,

Chief Inspector of

Factories, Chief Inspector

of Mines, AERB, Chief

Controller of Explosives,

District Collector or

District Emergency

Authority, CEES under

DRDO

10. Chemical Accidents

(Emergency Planning,

Preparedness and

Response) Rules, 1996

Emergency Planning

Preparedness and

Response to chemical

accidents



Toxic, Explosive,

Flammable, Reactive

CCG, SCG, DCG, LCG

and MAH Units


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8. Hazardous Waste

(Management and


amended 2000 and

2003

Management &



Basel convention




and they have to be


MoEF, CPCB, SPCB,




and Import of

Hazardous Chemicals

Rules, 1989 amended

2000

Regulate the


and import of

Hazardous Chemicals



Toxic, Explosive,

Flammable, Reactive



Chief Inspector of





District Emergency


DRDO



Preparedness and


Emergency Planning

Preparedness and


accidents



Toxic, Explosive,

Flammable, Reactive

CCG, SCG, DCG, LCG

and MAH Units


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8. Hazardous Waste

(Management and


amended 2000 and

2003

Management &



Basel convention




and they have to be


MoEF, CPCB, SPCB,




and Import of

Hazardous Chemicals

Rules, 1989 amended

2000

Regulate the


and import of

Hazardous Chemicals



Toxic, Explosive,

Flammable, Reactive



Chief Inspector of





District Emergency


DRDO



Preparedness and


Emergency Planning

Preparedness and


accidents



Toxic, Explosive,

Flammable, Reactive

CCG, SCG, DCG, LCG

and MAH Units


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11. Batteries (Management

and Handling) Rules,

2001.

To control the

hazardous waste

generation (lead waste)

from used lead acid

batteries

Yes Lead Acid Batteries SPCB, CPCB and MoEF

12. The Public Liability

Insurance Act, 1991

amended 1992

To provide immediate

relief to persons

affected by accident

involving hazardous

substances

Yes Protect the staff working in

the Industry due to use of

Hazardous Substances


& Forests, District

Collector

13. The Factories Act, 1948 Control of workplace

environment, and

providing for good

health and safety of

workers

Yes All the industries to be

established attract the Act.

Ministry of Labour,

DGFASLI and

Directorate of Industrial

Safety And

Health/Factories

Inspectorate

14. The Petroleum Act,

1934

Regulate the import,

transport, storage,

production, refining and

blending of petroleum

Yes Some Industries may use

petroleum products for

storage.

Ministry of Petroleum and

Natural Gas


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2001.

To control the

hazardous waste


from used lead acid

batteries



Insurance Act, 1991

amended 1992


relief to persons


involving hazardous

substances





& Forests, District

Collector


environment, and

providing for good


workers



Ministry of Labour,

DGFASLI and


Safety And

Health/Factories

Inspectorate


1934


transport, storage,





storage.


Natural Gas


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2001.

To control the

hazardous waste


from used lead acid

batteries



Insurance Act, 1991

amended 1992


relief to persons


involving hazardous

substances





& Forests, District

Collector


environment, and

providing for good


workers



Ministry of Labour,

DGFASLI and


Safety And

Health/Factories

Inspectorate


1934


transport, storage,





storage.


Natural Gas


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15. The Petroleum Rules,

2002


transport, storage,





storage.


Natural Gas, Ministry of

Environment & Forests or

SPCB Chief Controller of

Explosives, district

authority

16. The Gas Cylinder

Rules, 2004


storage, handling and

transportation of gas

cylinders with a view to

prevent accidents

Yes Some industries may use

Gases (Toxic, non toxic and

non flammable, non toxic

and flammable, Dissolved

Acetylene Gas, Non toxic

and flammable liquefiable

gas other than LPG,

Ministry of Commerce

and Industry and Chief


collector, DGCA, DC,

DM, Police (sub inspector

to commissioner)


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2002


transport, storage,





storage.






authority


Rules, 2004





prevent accidents







gas other than LPG,






to commissioner)


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2002


transport, storage,





storage.






authority


Rules, 2004





prevent accidents







gas other than LPG,






to commissioner)


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17. The Static and Mobile

Pressure Vessels

(Unfired) Rules, 1981


manufacture, design,

installation,

transportation, handling,

use and testing of

mobile and static

pressure vessels

(unfired) with a view to

prevent accidents

Yes Some of the industries may

use boilers/ Thermic Fluid

Heaters/ Thermo Pack for

process.






to commissioner)

18. Central Motor Vehicle

Act 1988 and Central

Motor Vehicle

Rules1989

For transportation of

dangerous goods


transport solvents/

petroleum products etc.

Ministry of Road

Transport and Highways


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Pressure Vessels




installation,


use and testing of

mobile and static

pressure vessels


prevent accidents




process.






to commissioner)



Motor Vehicle

Rules1989


dangerous goods


transport solvents/


Ministry of Road



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Pressure Vessels




installation,


use and testing of

mobile and static

pressure vessels


prevent accidents




process.






to commissioner)



Motor Vehicle

Rules1989


dangerous goods


transport solvents/


Ministry of Road



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1.6 Objectives and Scope

The scope of the work mentioned includes an assessment study of the proposed

industries and their impact on the region. This study puts forward the most effective

ways to protect the environment from increasing pollution caused by the proposed

industrial development and recommendations for environmental-friendly

development initiatives in the region.

The major objective of this study is to prepare a detailed Environment Impact study

of the Industrial Park at Rakamcherla Village.

1.6.1 Objectives of this EIA Report

Identify and locate the industries in the industrial area.

An assessment of the environments likely to be affected by the proposed

project;

An assessment of the nature, extent, duration, probability and significance of

the identified potential environmental, social and cultural impacts of the

proposed project;

Assess the baseline information of the study area, baseline information

regarding the geographical, socio-economical, cultural and bio-physical

environmental status.

A comparative assessment of the identified land use and development

alternatives and their potential environmental, social and cultural impacts;

The appropriate mitigation measures for each significant impact of the

proposed project;

Develop an environmental plan, monitoring and auditing frameworks.

Details of the engagement process of Interested and Affected Parties (I&AP’s)

followed during the course of the assessment and an indication of how the

issues raised have been addressed;

Identification of knowledge gaps and reporting on the adequacy of predictive

methods, underlying assumptions and uncertainties encountered in compiling

the required information;

To fully recognize the scope and requirements of the TOR and comply with

the same.


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proposed project;







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proposed project;







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The scope of the study included the following areas of work:

Collection of detailed information on industries proposed within the industrial

area including their location, size, nature of production, capacity, use of raw

materials and use of energy sources in order to establish the baseline condition.

Their emissions, wastage and by-products if any, are accounted for evaluating

their multiple impacts on the prevailing environmental conditions of the area.

Preparation of an environmental management plan, monitoring strategies and

proposals for the most effective mitigation measures, including auditing plans

and matrices for the monitoring of various pollution parameters within the

Industrial Park.

1.7 Methodology Adopted for the Study

An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is an assessment of the possible

impact, whether positive or negative, that a proposed project may have on the

environment, together consisting of the natural, social and economic aspects, i.e.,

aiming at “Sustainable Development” due to the project activities.

1.7.1 EIA Process

The EIA process followed for this EIA report is composed of the following

stages:

Study of project information

Screening & Scoping

Environmental pre-feasibility study & application for approval of ToR

Collection of detailed project management plan/report

Baseline data collection

Impact identification, Prediction & Evaluation

Mitigation measures & delineation of EMP

Risk assessment and safety & disaster management plan

Review & finalization of EIA Report based on the ToR requirements.

Submission of Draft EIA report for Public Hearing.

Incorporation of Issues raised in Public Hearing and measures to solve theissues in the EIA report and Submission of the EIA report forimplementation of mitigation measures & EMP as well as necessaryclearances from relevant Authorities.


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The EIA Cycle based on the above stages has been illustrated in Figure 1.1.

Figure 1.1 EIA Process Cycle

Screening and Reconnaissance Survey

Citation of Necessary Mitigation Measures, Delineation ofEnvironment Monitoring And Management Plan

Feasibility Study and Application of TOR

Scoping and Application of TOR

Identification of Monitoring locations ForMonitoring & Sampling, Analysis Of Samples

And Generation Of Primary Data

Establishment of Baseline Environmental StatusCollection of Detailed Project Plan/Report

Identification of SecondaryData Sources & Collection of Data

Compilation of Verification and Validation of data

Study of Project Details

Consequence Analysis & RiskAssessment

Incorporation of Corrections or suggestions By Public

Preparation of Draft EIA Report for Public Hearing

Identification, Prediction & Evaluation of Impacts

Citation of necessary preventive, control &precautionary Measure and Delineation ofSafety and Disaster Management Plan

Preparation & Issue of Final EIA Report

Submission by/Appraisal by Authorities for necessary clearance


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2 Project Description

2.1 Type of the Project

TSIIC proposes the development of an Industrial Park at Rakamcherla &

Pudur village, Pudur mandal, Vikarabad District, Telangana State. The

Industrial Park is proposed to be spread over 112.48 Acres (45.52 Hec) and

caters to the socio-economic development of the region.

Total plotted area for the proposed site 60.66 Acres. There are totally 45 plots

proposed for the site. B category industries are proposed as per the EIA

notification 2006 and its amendments.

2.2 Project Location

The proposed Industrial Park is located at 17°14’40.09”N and 77°57’59.85”E,

Sy.No 5/1 of Rakamcherla village and Sy.Nos 243/1, 244/1, 245/1, 246/1,

247/1 and 248/1 of Pudur Village, Pudur Mandal, Vikarabad District,

Telangana, India. The Development area for the project is 112.48 Acres

(45.52 Ha). The land documents are enclosed as Annexure – 3. The proposed

site is strategically situated adjacent to the SH 4 connecting Manneguda and

Pargi. The site is furthermore situated at 12 kilometer North West of

Vikarabad town. The satellite image showing the site and its surrounding

features within 10Km radius is given in Figure 2-2. Project site location map

is given in Figure 2-3. Google image of the site with coordinates are given in

Figure 2-4. The Google image of the site clearly shows that so far at site there

is no development and the site is a vacant land. The salient features of the site

and surrounding features are given in Table 2-1.

Table 2.1 Project site and surrounding features

S.No Item Details

1. Name of the Project Industrial Park-Rakamcherla

2.Schedule and Category of Project 7(C) , Category B

3.Proposed total area 112.48Acres / 45.52 Hectares

4.Location:


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S.No Item Details




4.Location:


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S.No Item Details




4.Location:


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S.No Item Details

Plot/Survey/Khasra No. Sy.No 5/1 – Rakamcherla VillageSy.Nos. 243/1, 244/1, 245/1, 246/1,247/1, 248/1- Pudur village

Village Rakamcherla & Pudur

Mandal Pudur

District Vikarabad

State Telangana

5.Nearest Railway Station/Airport Rangareddy Railway Station - 15 Km,

Hyderabad –Rajiv GandhiInternational Airport -73 Km

6.Nearest Town, City, District Town: Rangareddy -12 Km

City: Hyderabad-70 KmDistrict Hq: Hyderabad-70 Km

7.Nearest habitat Rakamcherla village - 0.5 Km

8.Inland water bodies Shiv Sagar lake - 11 Km NW

Laknapur tank - 14 Km SW

9.Elevation 704m ( 2310 ft)

10.Government Order / Policy relevant/ relating to the site

GO No. 111 dated 8 March, 1996 forrelocation of industries with in 10 kmFTL of Himayatsagar and Osmansagarlake. (Annexure-4)

11.Project Cost 798.50 Lakhs

12.Presence of Eco Sensitive Areas Nil

13.Nearby Industries Shiv Shakthi steel mills - 5 Km

South


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Mandal Pudur

District Vikarabad

State Telangana














South


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Mandal Pudur

District Vikarabad

State Telangana














South


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Figure 2.1 Location of the Project site

Proposed Industrial Park -Rakamcherla


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Figure 2.2 Project Site 15 Km Radius Map


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Figure 2.3 Satellite Imagery of the site Showing 10 Km radius


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Figure 2.4 Google Image showing the project site boundary with coordinates

2.3 Need for the Project

The development of industrial park at Rakamcherla village will help the

Government agencies in achieving the objective of relocation of industries

within 10 km FTL (Full Tank Level) of Himayatsagar and Osmansagar lake

(As per the GO copy attached in Annexure 4), since the site is credited to be

suitable for industrial development. The development of industrial park in

the region will help to meet a growing demand in the services sector, and to

enhance future economic growth within the region. The proposed

development is envisaged to provide short-term and long-term employment

opportunities.












opportunities.












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2.4 Project Site

The 45.52 Hectares (112.48 Acres) of land area is predominantly devoid of trees and

has some shrubs with only small herbaceous vegetation. The land is covered with

pebbles and soft weathered rock formations are exposed in some places. The terrain is

flat and having slope at southern side.

2.5 Existing Site Conditions

The site is located at Rakamcherla village and close to Pudur on pudur Maandal. The

elevation at the project site is around 704m. The site photographs are enclosed in

Figure 2-5.


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Figure 2-5.


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Figure 2-5.


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Figure 2.5 Site Photographs

2.6 Approach to the Site

The site is surrounded by Barren land on the north, State highway Manneguda- Pargi

road to the west, agricultural land to the east and south. Rakamcherla village to the

south west at a distance of 0.5 km from the site. The photograph of the approach road

is given in Figure 2-6.

Figure 2.6 Site approach road from SH 4


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2.7 Proposed Development

The 45.52 Hectares (112.48 acres) land area is planned for development of Industrial

park. The Industrial Park is developed for relocation of industries mainly steel rerolling

mills within 10 km FTL of Himayatsagar and Osmansagar lake. The GO copy is

enclosed in Annexure-4.

The type of industries proposed for this Park are Steel Re-rolling, Foundry,

Polyethene Bag Manufacturing, Tiles, Mangalore tiles, crucible manufacturing

industry, Manufacture of mirror from sheet glass and photo framing, Wire drawing

(cold process) and bailing straps, Electrical and Electronics items assembling General

Engineering, Tyre retreading & Vulcanizing Industry, Glass Industries, bicycles, baby

carriage and other non motorized vehicles Assembling units, Printing press, Footwear

(rubber) Flexible packaging Printing press, Cardboard or corrugated box and paper

products, Polythene, plastic and P.V.C. goods through extrusion Moulding, Biscuit

trays, etc. from rolled PVC Sheet (using automatic vaccum forming machine) Leather

cutting and stitching units, Automobile Fuel Outlet. The allotment of industries will

be in such a way that none of the Industry of Category A as specified in EIA

Notification, 2006 and its amendments will be allotted. Table 2-2 provides the area

breakup of the Industrial Park.

Table 2.2 Land use breakup for the project

Break up of Area Area (Acres) Percentage (%)Plotted Area 60.66 53.94

Road Area 15.83 14.07Open space Area 16.81 14.94

Common Utilities 6.55 5.82

Electrical Substation 10 8.89

Commercial Area/ CFC 2.63 2.34Proposed Layout 112.48 100


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2.7.1 Plotted Area & Bulk Allotments

Out of the total layout area, 53.94% area is earmarked for plotted area i.e., 60.66

Acres and it consists of 45 plots. The site plan is enclosed as Annexure - 5. Table 2-

3 indicates the list of industries allotted.

Table 2.3 List of Industries Allocated

S.No Name Of Industry Type Of Industry ClassificationAs Per EIA

Total Area InAcre

1. Binjusaria Metal BoxCom

Steel Re-RollingIndustry

B 2.50

2. Anil Re-Rolling Mills Steel Re-RollingIndustry

B 1.13

3. Garg Steels Steel Re-RollingIndustry

B 2.5

4. Arun Ispat Udyog Steel Re-RollingIndustry

B 3.14

5. Neha Steels Steel Re-RollingIndustry

B 2.5

6. Gujarat Enviro Protection& Infrastructure Ltd

Alternate FuelResource facilityfrom Hazardouswaste, incinerablehazardous waste andIndustrial Nonhazardous waste

------ 4.88

7. M.N. Industries Copper Productsmanufacturing

------ 1.52

Total allotted area 18.17

(No” A” Category industry will be allotted in the Industrial Park.)

Table 2.4 List of Industries Proposed

S.No Type of Industry Proposed Classification as perCPCB

1 Metallurgical Industry Red2 Steel Mill Red3 Steel mill Red4 Foundry Red5 Polyethene Bag Manufacturing Green6 Production of Tiles, Mangalore tiles, crucible etc., Orange7 Manufacture of mirror from sheet glass and photo framing Orange8 Wire drawing (cold process) and bailing straps Orange9 Electrical and Electronics items assembling Green


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Total Area InAcre



B 2.50


B 1.13


B 2.5


B 3.14


B 2.5



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B 2.50


B 1.13


B 2.5


B 3.14


B 2.5



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10 General Engineering Orange11 Tyre retreading & Vulcanizing Industry Green12 Glass Industries Red13 Flexible Packaging Green14 Assembling of bicycles, baby carriage and other non motorized

vehiclesGreen

15 Printing press Green16 Footwear (rubber) Green17 Flexible packaging Printing press Green18 Cardboard or corrugated box and paper products (Paper or pulp

manufacturing excluded).Green

19 Polythene, plastic and P.V.C. goods through extrusion moulding Green20 Biscuit trays etc. from rolled PVC Sheet(using automatic vacuum

forming machine)Green

21 Leather cutting and stitching Green22 Automobile Fuel Outlet Green

Area available for Allotment 39.59 Acres

2.7.2 Access Road and Internal Roads

A 30 m wide road is proposed for access to the Industrial Park from Manneguda –

Pargi State Highway 4. The photograph of access road to site is given in Figure 2-7.

The proposed internal roads are 18.30 m and 15.2 m wide. The proposed internal

road covers 14.07% % of total area i.e., 15.83 Acres. The access road and internal

roads will be constructed and acceptable for the type of commercial/ industrial

traffic that would be anticipated. Some cut and fill using blasted rock may be

necessary to achieve the desired slopes. The traffic plan of the site is enclosed as

Annexure- 6.


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Figure 2.7 Access road to site from SH 4

2.7.3 Green Belt Development

10 m width buffer Zone (Green Belt) will be provided all along the boundary of

Industrial Park. Open space area of 16.81 Acres (14.94%) is earmarked for green

belt development. Apart from this green belt area, the individual industries will

develop greenbelt at their individual unit premises as per the norms. Green belt

will be proposed on the median of roads and avenue plantation also. Adequate

green belt will be provided and maintained by individual industries in their

premises.

2.8 Utilities

The utilities required for the project will be power, water supply. The details are given

in sections below. Total area allotted for common utilities is 6.55 Acres. This will

include Administration Building, common Facilities like water works CETP/ STP,

fire station, water, Police station, bus shelter and social welfare center to facilitate the

Industries within the Industrial Park.

2.8.1 Power Requirement

The total power requirement for the project is estimated to be 70 MVA. Three-

phase electrical power supply will provide through the nearest available Sub-

Station. The power requirement is tentatively calculated by giving numbers for


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proposed industries. The numbers are tentative only and may vary during

execution.

2.8.1.1 Electrical Substation

To cater the electrical needs of the proposed Industrial Park, TSIIC hasallocated an extent of 10 Acres.

2.8.2 Water Requirement

2.8.2.1 Construction Phase

During the construction phase, the water requirement for the project is

calculated around 200 KLD. The breakup of water requirement is given in

Table 2-5. Only infrastructure development like provision of storm water drain,

laying of roads, water supply line, providing substation, green belt in common

area, common facilities are under the scope of TSIIC.

Table 2.5 Water Requirement during Construction Phase

S.No Activities Water Requirement (KLD)

1 Labors 15

2 Water for Construction activities 135

3 Other activities (including green

belt development)50

Total 200

2.8.2.2 Operation Phase

The Domestic water requirements for the 1000 employees are estimated as

45KLD and for process water requirement as 405KLD. The total of 450 KLD

of water can be sustainably abstracted from ground water sources and can be

allotted to the industries on the First cum first basis.

The Water required for Green Belt will be used from Recycle Water of STP.

Development status of Ground Water in the area along with Hydrogeology

report is enclosed in Annexure-8.


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1 Labors 15



belt development)50

Total 200










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1 Labors 15



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2.8.2.3 Waste Water generation

Water pollution from the process can be divided into process and domestic

water. Individual industry upon establishment will have their own facility for

treating their sewage and effluent water.

Space has been provided within the Industrial Park for the provision of CETP,

once the need for CETP arises, stake holders will form SPV and will take up

CETP.

During the operation phase, the domestic waste water estimated to be about

43KLD and the process Effluent estimated to be about 345KLD which will be

treated in STP/ETP, established by the individual industry.

Table 2.6 Water Requirement for Proposed Industries

S.No PurposeMan

power

Total WaterRequirement

(KLD)

Sewage/Effluentgenerates

(KLD)

Treatment proposed

1 Domestic 1000 45 43 Individual industry upon

establishment will have their own

facility for treating their sewage

and effluent water.

The treated water will be re

utilized for suitable purposes.

2 Industrialprocess

- 405 345

Total 450 388


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CETP.





S.No PurposeMan

power


(KLD)


(KLD)

Treatment proposed




and effluent water.



2 Industrialprocess

- 405 345

Total 450 388


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CETP.





S.No PurposeMan

power


(KLD)


(KLD)

Treatment proposed




and effluent water.



2 Industrialprocess

- 405 345

Total 450 388


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Figure 2.8 Water Balance Chart

2.8.3 Rain Water/Storm Water Drain

The site will have well designed storm water drain to carry runoff; the adequate

rain water harvesting pits will be constructed with in the individual industries

premises and other all possible places with in the I.P. The excess storm water will

be diverted based on the natural slope/stream.

2.8.4 Solid and Hazardous Wastes

During construction phase, around 200 persons will be working. The Municipal

Solid Waste generated during construction phase is given in Table 2-7.

Treated WaterTotal Water Demand: 450 KLD

Domestic water requirement: 45 KLD Water for Process:405 KLD

Sewage Generation: 43KLD

STP in Individual Industry

Process Effluentgenerated: 345 KLD

Treatment in ETP inIndividual Industry

Net Water Requirement: 105KLD

Treated WaterTreated Water

Gardening/ Flushing


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Gardening/ Flushing


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Table 2.7 Municipal waste generated during construction phase

S.No Waste Quantity(Kg/Day)

Treatment/ disposal

1 Organic waste 36 Will be segregatedand disposed to localauthorities

2 Inorganic waste 44 Will be segregatedand sold toauthorized vendors

During the operation phase around 1000 persons will be working at different places

within the Industrial Park. The process waste considered as per the standards of 20

kg/T for the metallurgical industries with a capacity of 1000T/A Plant each of 10

industries. The STP Sludge developed by individual industry is used as manure for

green belt. The Solid Waste generated during operation phase is given in Table 2-8.

Table 2.8 Solid & Hazardous Waste details of Allotted & Proposed Industries

S.No Waste Quantity Treatment/ disposal

1. Organic waste 180 Kg/Day Will be segregated and disposed to localauthorities by individual industries

2. Inorganic waste 220 Kg/Day Will be segregated and sold toauthorized vendors by individualindustries

3. Process Waste for10 steel ReRolling industries

1000 T/A Steel scrap has been recycled or sold toauthorized vendors.

During the operation phase the hazardous waste generated by the industries will be

either recycled or sent to authorized recyclers / TSDF facility for disposal based on the

type of waste. It will be the sole responsibility of the individual industries to manage the

hazardous waste generated from the operations of industries.


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2.9 Project Cost

The estimate cost for development of Industrial Park is estimated at a cost of

Rs.798.50 Lakhs. The detailed break up of project cost is given in Table 2-9.

Table 2.9 Project Cost

S.No Activities Proposed Expenditure

(in Lakhs)

1 Fencing and avenue plantation 22.502 Roads & Strom Water drains 460.00

3 Water supply 166.004 Power supply including substation 150.00

Total 798.50


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Total 798.50


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Description of Environment


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3 Description of Environment

3.1 Scope of Study

The objective of the present study is to assess environmental impacts due to proposed

Industrial Park. The area covering 15Km radial distance around the Project site has been

delineated as study area.

The pre-project status of environmental quality is assessed through field surveys

corresponding to different components of environment, viz. air, noise, water, land,

biology/ecology and socio-economics. The current environmental quality status around

the project site becomes the baseline status for proposed Project but at the same time it

does include the environmental impacts from the already existing industrial area,

commercial, infrastructure activities as well as residential zones in the study area. In this

EIA study, the baseline status of all environmental components has been monitored

during March to May 2014.

3.2 Location

The Study Area within 10 km radius zone comprises of parts of Pudur, Pargi, Vikarbad

and Dharur Mandals of Rangareddy District, Telangana State. The study area (15 km

radius from the project boundary) lies between Latitudes 17°10’ and 17.20’ N and

Longitude 77°54’ and 78°03’ E and forms part of the Survey of India Toposheet Nos. 56

G15, G16, 56K 3 and 4, The project site is well connected by Railway and Roads.

Besides these, there is a good network of moterable roads in the study area. The map

showing the project study area is given in Figure 3-1.


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Figure 3.1 Project Site Showing the administrative Setup


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Figure 3.2 Topo map showing the project site and its surrounding features

3.3 Climate

The climate is characterized by hot summer and is generally dry except during the

southwest monsoon. The climate is distinguished by four seasons:

Hot Summer (from March to May)

South west monsoon season (from June to September)

Post monsoon season (October and November)

Cold winter (from December to February).

The following sections describe the key elements of the climate, viz., temperature, wind,

rainfall and relative humidity and evaporation.

The annual temperature in the project region ranges between 18C - 43C. May is the

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the area, by the middle of June, day temperature drop is observed. By about the first week

of October the monsoon, the temperature drops to about 18C. The monthly temperature

range is lowest in August because of overcast conditions and highest in March on the

contrary.

3.4 Rainfall

The actual annual rainfall in the project districts varies from 807.3mm to 913.8mm with

the months of August and September receiving the most. The bulk of the annual rainfall

is received during the southwest monsoon. The Vikarabad district rainfall (mm) is given

in the Table 3-1 below.

Table 3.1 Climatic Condition in Vikarabad district in 2014

Month Rainfall(mm)

Normal

Temperature (0C) RelativeHumidity (%)

Mean windspeed (kmph)

NormalMaximum Minimum

January 5.0 28.6 14.6 57 06February 3.0 31.2 18.7 49 07March 7.0 34.8 21.1 40 08April 15.0 36.9 23.0 42 08May 31.0 38.7 26.7 44 12June 104.0 34.1 24.8 64 14July 183.0 29.8 23.0 73 14August 172.0 29.5 22.0 78 13September 128.0 29.7 22.3 74 10October 98.0 30.3 20.5 66 07November 30.0 28.7 17.5 59 06December 5.0 27.8 14.9 53 06

Table 3.2 Rainfall distribution during the respective seasons

Season Months Normal Rainfall (mm)

Hot weather March – May 53.0 (6.8%)

South west Monsoon June – September 587.0 (75.16 %)

North east Monsoon Oct – December 133.0 (17.03 %)

Winter Jan – February 8.0 (1.01%)


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3.4 Rainfall






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Normal












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3.4 Rainfall






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Figure 3.3 Monthly and Annual Rainfall of Vikarabad District (Source IMD)


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Figure 3.4 Rainfall pattern in Vikarabad District

Figure 3.5 Deviation of rainfall from Normal for Vikarabad District

The 10 years monthly rainfall for the Vikarabad district has been collected from the

Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The normal annual rainfall in the district is

around 781mm. The study area receives fairly good amount of rainfall during Southwest

monsoon. The monthly normal, yearly rainfall and deviation of rainfall from Normal for

the Vikarabad district is presented in the above Graphs.

From the above it is clear that the project area receives fairly a good amount of rainfall.

Around 70 % of the rainfall occurs during South west monsoon and the remaining rainfall

occurs during Northeast and Transitional period.


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Out of 10 years, 4 years the study area received more than normal rainfall. Maximum

rainfall received was during 2010 for the past 10 years.

3.5 Micrometeorology

The micro-meteorological conditions in study area during air quality study period are of

importance to understand the variations in ambient air quality status in study region. The

prevailing micrometeorology at project site plays a crucial role in transport and dispersion

of air pollutants released from the plant. The principal variables are horizontal transport

and dispersion (average wind speed and directions), convective transport and vertical

mixing (atmospheric stability) and also topography of the area as local influences. For

determining the prevailing micro-meteorological conditions during the study period, an

automatic continuous digital weather station was installed at project site.

The location is chosen such that there is no obstruction to the flow of wind and sunlight.

The hourly meteorological data of wind speed, wind direction, temperature and solar

radiation were recorded at the project site. These frequencies were computed on 12 hours

basis and the corresponding results are used to draw wind rose for 07hrs to 19hrs

corresponding to study period as shown in subsequent sections. The terrain is flat and

elevation varied from 3-5 m above mean sea level when one travels from coast and

landward. The wind rose for the months of March, April and May 2014 shows the

predominant wind directions. Winds are light & moderate with some strengthening in the

period from May to August. During the post-monsoon and cold season, winds blow

mostly from the east or north-east. By March, south westerlies and westerlies start

blowing and continue during the rest of summer.

The south west monsoon season winds are mostly from directions between south-west

and North-West. The percentage frequency occurrence of calm winds is very high

contributing 54% and 50% of the time in post-monsoon and winter seasons, respectively.

During these seasons the easterly winds become stronger. The general dominant flow

pattern is westerly during monsoon while the flow pattern is easterly in the post-monsoon

and winter seasons. A moderately high percentage frequency of occurrence of calm

conditions was observed during all the seasons. In the month of March to May 2014 the

wind blows towards SE- ESE & NW.


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Table 3.3 Meteorological Observations (March-May)

S.No Parameter Observation

1 Wind Direction SE-ESE & NW2 Wind Speed Range 4-25 Km/hr3 Average Wind Speed 5.6 Kmph4 Temperature Range 20-360C5 Average Temperature 300C6 Humidity Range 60-95%


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Figure 3.6 Wind Rose Diagrams in the month of March to May 2014

3.6 Air Environment

Assessment of baseline ambient air quality status in the vicinity of industrial site is an

indispensable part of environmental impact assessment studies. The pre-project air

quality status serves as the baseline upon which the predicted air pollution impacts from

the proposed projects could be superimposed to derive the final (post-project) status of air

environment in the project region. The tropical climatic conditions, especially monsoon

winds prevailing over India mainly control the transport and dispersion of air pollutants

during different seasons. According to the climatological conditions in India, the seasons

considered for all practical purposes in air pollution studies are winter, summer and post-

monsoon seasons. Significant changes, in predominant winds and weather conditions are

observed in these seasons apart from the local topographic influences.

The baseline studies for air environment covers identification of specific air pollutants

expected to have significant impacts from the proposed project along with the

conventional/criteria air pollutants and assessing their prevailing levels in ambient air at

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assessment study requires monitoring of baseline status during one season (preferably

non-monsoon season). The baseline status of air environment in the study area is assessed

through a systematic air quality surveillance programme.

10 ambient air quality stations were proposed within a radius of 10 km from the project

site. The air quality stations were selected based on the predominant wind direction, wind

speed and atmospheric stability category in the region which governs the plume rise and

dispersion of air pollutants. Selection of the stations were also based on locations of

existing sources of air pollution and sensitive receptors such as hospitals, schools, thickly

populated residential localities, elderly homes etc.,

3.6.1 Reconnaissance Survey

Reconnaissance survey was conducted up to 10 km radius from the project site. The

study area is situated in an uneven terrain with ground elevation varying from 580 - 725

m above mean sea level. The surrounding impact zone of 5 km radial distance

consisting of the rural and industrial areas is marked. In general the study area

experiences predominant wind from NW and SE direction during the season March –

May 2014. The baseline status of air environment included identification of specific air

pollution parameters expected to have significant impacts and assessing their existing

levels in ambient air within the impact zone. The baseline status of air environment

with respect to the identified air pollutants can be assessed through air quality

monitoring programme using methodically designed air monitoring network.

To establish the baseline monitoring status of air environment in the study area during

the period of March, April & May 2014, 10 AAQM locations were selected using

network design criteria and monitored as per CPCB guidelines (Twice a week sampling

and 24 hr continuous sampling each day). The selected sampling locations are reported

in Table below. All the 12 parameters mentioned as per National Ambient Air Quality

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Table 3.4 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Locations

S.No Sampling Stations GeographicalCoordinates

Aerial distancefrom the site in

(km)

Directionwith respect

to site

1. AAQ1Site entrance

N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”

- Within Site

2. AAQ2Site (south end)

N-17°14’26.21”E-77°57’55.53”

0.5 Within Site

3. AAQ3Rakamcherla village

N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

1.3 WNW

4. AAQ4Nazeerabad

N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 SW

5. AAQ5Rukumpalle

N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W

6. AAQ6Kankal

N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

6.3 SE

7. AAQ7Changomul

N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 ENE

8. AAQ8Manneguda

N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.50 N

9. AAQ9Manchanpally

N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.51 S

10. AAQ10Burgupalle

N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.4 NW


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N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”

- Within Site


N-17°14’26.21”E-77°57’55.53”

0.5 Within Site


N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

1.3 WNW

4. AAQ4Nazeerabad

N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 SW

5. AAQ5Rukumpalle

N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W

6. AAQ6Kankal

N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

6.3 SE

7. AAQ7Changomul

N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 ENE

8. AAQ8Manneguda

N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.50 N

9. AAQ9Manchanpally

N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.51 S

10. AAQ10Burgupalle

N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.4 NW


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(km)


to site


N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”

- Within Site


N-17°14’26.21”E-77°57’55.53”

0.5 Within Site


N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

1.3 WNW

4. AAQ4Nazeerabad

N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 SW

5. AAQ5Rukumpalle

N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W

6. AAQ6Kankal

N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

6.3 SE

7. AAQ7Changomul

N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 ENE

8. AAQ8Manneguda

N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.50 N

9. AAQ9Manchanpally

N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.51 S

10. AAQ10Burgupalle

N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.4 NW


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Figure 3.7 Air quality monitoring sampling locations map (10Km Radius)


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Figure 3.8 Photographs (clockwise from top left) of Noise, Water, meteorology, Air and soilmonitoring in the study area


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3.6.2 Baseline Status

The mean value of Particulate Matter (PM2.5), Particulate Matter (PM10), Sulphur

Dioxide (SO2), Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2), CO μg/m3, Pb μg/m3, O3, NH3, Benzene,

Benzo (a) pyrene, As and Ni at various monitoring locations during the AAQ

monitoring period were monitored and tabulated. The concentration of SO2 ranged

from 5.2 to 10.4 μg/m3 across the sampling stations. The highest concentration of SO2

μg/m3 was observed at Manchanpally (AAQ9). The concentration of NO2 ranged from

9.3 to 15.3 μg/m3 across the sampling stations. The highest concentration of NO2 15.3

μg/m3 was also observed at Manchanpally (AAQ9). This may be due to the movement

of vehicles at this region. The concentration of SO2 and NO2 are well within the

standards. The concentration of PM2.5 was found to be below the permissible limit of

60μg/m3 at all the sampling stations. The concentrations O3, Pb, NH3, Benzene, Benzo

(a) pyrene, As and Ni were Below Detectable Level (BDL) at all the sampling stations.

All the above parameters were observed to be well below the CPCB prescribed

standards at all the sampling stations. The average result of monitoring is given in

Table 3-5.

Table 3.5 Test Methods for the Analysis of Ambient Air Quality Parameters

S.No Parameters Analytical method NAAQ standards: 2009

1.Sulphur Dioxide (SO2),

μg/m3

IS:5182(Part-2):2001

(Reaff:2006)50 (Annual) 80 (24 Hours)

2.Nitrogen Dioxide

(NO2), μg/m3 IS: 5182 (Part - 6): 2006 40 (Annual) 80 (24 Hours)

3.Particulate Matter

(PM2.5), μg/m3

IS: 5182 (Part - 23):

200640 (Annual) 60 (24 hours)


(PM10), μg/m3 IS:5182 (Part– 23): 2006 60 (Annual) 100(24 hours)

5. CO μg/m3 IS:5182(Part–10):1999

(Reaff:2006)2 (8 hours) 4 (1hour)

6. Pb μg/m3 IS:5182(Part–22):2004

(Reaff:2006)0.5(Annual) 1 (24 hours)

7. O3, μg/m3 IS: 5182 (Part – 9): 1974 100(8hours) 180 (1hour)

8. NH3, μg/m3 APHA(air) 2nd edition 100(Annual) 400 (24 hours)


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Table 3-5.




μg/m3

IS:5182(Part-2):2001


2.Nitrogen Dioxide



(PM2.5), μg/m3

IS: 5182 (Part - 23):

200640 (Annual) 60 (24 hours)



5. CO μg/m3 IS:5182(Part–10):1999


6. Pb μg/m3 IS:5182(Part–22):2004





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Table 3-5.




μg/m3

IS:5182(Part-2):2001


2.Nitrogen Dioxide



(PM2.5), μg/m3

IS: 5182 (Part - 23):

200640 (Annual) 60 (24 hours)



5. CO μg/m3 IS:5182(Part–10):1999


6. Pb μg/m3 IS:5182(Part–22):2004





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(Indophenol-blue

method)

9. Benzene, μg/m3 IS:5182(Part–11):1999

(RA:2009)5 (Annual) 5 (Annual)

10. Benzo (a) pyrene, ng/m3 IS:5182(Part–12):2004(RA:2009)

1 (Annual) 1 (Annual)

11. Arsenic, ng/ m3 APHA (air) 2nd edition 6 (Annual) 6 (Annual)

12. Nickel, ng/ m3 APHA (air) 2nd edition 20 (Annual) 20 (Annual)


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(Indophenol-blue

method)








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(Indophenol-blue

method)








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Table 3.6 Average Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Data (March to May, 2015)

S.No Samplingstations

Parameters

SO2

μg/m3

NO2

μg/m3

PM2.5

μg/m3

PM10

μg/m3

CO

mg/m3

Pb

μg/m3

O3

μg/m3

NH3

μg/m3

Benz-ene

µg/m3

Benzo (a)pyreneng/m3

As

ng/m3

Ni

ng/m3


5.4 10.3 12.5 20.5 0.02 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

2. AAQ2Site (southend)


3. AAQ3Rakamcherlavillage


4. AAQ4Nazeerabad


5. AAQ5Rukumpalle


6. AAQ6Kankal


7. AAQ7Changomul



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Parameters

SO2

μg/m3

NO2

μg/m3

PM2.5

μg/m3

PM10

μg/m3

CO

mg/m3

Pb

μg/m3

O3

μg/m3

NH3

μg/m3

Benz-ene

µg/m3


As

ng/m3

Ni

ng/m3







4. AAQ4Nazeerabad


5. AAQ5Rukumpalle


6. AAQ6Kankal


7. AAQ7Changomul



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Parameters

SO2

μg/m3

NO2

μg/m3

PM2.5

μg/m3

PM10

μg/m3

CO

mg/m3

Pb

μg/m3

O3

μg/m3

NH3

μg/m3

Benz-ene

µg/m3


As

ng/m3

Ni

ng/m3







4. AAQ4Nazeerabad


5. AAQ5Rukumpalle


6. AAQ6Kankal


7. AAQ7Changomul



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Parameters

SO2

μg/m3

NO2

μg/m3

PM2.5

μg/m3

PM10

μg/m3

CO

mg/m3

Pb

μg/m3

O3

μg/m3

NH3

μg/m3

Benz-ene

µg/m3


As

ng/m3

Ni

ng/m3

8. AAQ8Manneguda


9. AAQ9Manchanpally


10. AAQ10Burgupalle


NAAQ Standards(for 24 hrs)

80 80 60 100 4.0 1.0 180 400 5.0 1.0 6.0 20.0

(DL for CO = 0.01 mg/m3; O3 = 10 μg/m3 ; Pb = 0.05 μg/m3 ; Benzene = 0.05 μg/m3 ; Benzo (a) pyrene = 0.01 ng/m3 ; As = 0.01 ng/m3 ; Ni = 0.01 ng/m3), (BDL - BelowDetection Limit, DL - Detection Limit)


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Parameters

SO2

μg/m3

NO2

μg/m3

PM2.5

μg/m3

PM10

μg/m3

CO

mg/m3

Pb

μg/m3

O3

μg/m3

NH3

μg/m3

Benz-ene

µg/m3


As

ng/m3

Ni

ng/m3

8. AAQ8Manneguda


9. AAQ9Manchanpally


10. AAQ10Burgupalle



80 80 60 100 4.0 1.0 180 400 5.0 1.0 6.0 20.0



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Parameters

SO2

μg/m3

NO2

μg/m3

PM2.5

μg/m3

PM10

μg/m3

CO

mg/m3

Pb

μg/m3

O3

μg/m3

NH3

μg/m3

Benz-ene

µg/m3


As

ng/m3

Ni

ng/m3

8. AAQ8Manneguda


9. AAQ9Manchanpally


10. AAQ10Burgupalle



80 80 60 100 4.0 1.0 180 400 5.0 1.0 6.0 20.0



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3.7 Noise Environment

The noise generated due to operation of individual process units at an industrial project

site cause significant impacts on the surrounding environment including nearby human

habitats. Such operations fall in the category of continuous point sources of noise

generation. There are also some secondary noise sources associated with almost all types

of large scale industrial projects, which are mainly vehicles used for transportation of

materials as well as employees and material handling equipment at the project site.

However, such sources could be categorized as intermittent/continuous noise sources

depending on frequency/intensity.

The prevailing ambient noise level at a particular location is nothing but the resultant

(total) of all kinds of noise sources existing at various distances around that location. The

ambient noise level at a location varies continuously depending on the type of surrounding

activities. The ambient noise levels generally does not reflect any seasonal variation,

however, the weather conditions of wind direction, rain, snow, fog etc., physical

conditions like barrier or any other natural ground variations (topography) as well as

direction of source play significant role in regulating the noise propagation and ultimately

the intensity of its impact.

The status of noise environment within 10 km radius of the project site was assessed

through identification of major noise sources, monitoring of baseline noise levels in the

study area and measurement of resultant noise levels due to existing vehicular movement

on major roads, according to existing land use pattern.


Reconnaissance survey was conducted to locate the existing noise generating sources

and identify suitable locations to evaluate background noise levels. The surrounding

impact zone of 10 km radial distance consisting of the rural, urban and industrial areas

is marked. State Highway SH 4 is the access road to the site.

Since the project site is located in rural area there are many small villages which

contribute to baseline noise levels. The vehicular traffic on state highway SH 4

contributes significantly to the noise levels in study area. The commercial activities in

the individual villages also influence the background noise levels. The noise levels in


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surrounding selected villages and junction of the state highways were monitored using

a precision noise level meter.

The community noise is determined by recording the day-night noise level (Ldn). Ldn

is defined as the 24 hours equivalent sound level derived with a penalty of 10 dB(A) is

added to the measured instantaneous noise level measured during night time. i.e., from

22:00 hrs to 06:00 hrs. This is because the same level of noise during night time is more

annoying than day time. Ldn for a given location is calculated from hourly equivalent

sound levels (Leq) using the following equation:

Ldn = 10 log [1/24{16(10(Ld/10)) + 8(10(Ln+10)/10))}]

Where, Ld – equivalent noise level during day time (06:00 to 22:00 hrs)

Ln – equivalent noise level during night time (22:00 to 06:00 hrs)

Table 3.7 Noise level Sampling Monitoring Locations

S.No Sampling

station

Sampling

Code

Geographical

coordinates

Aerial

distance

from the

site in (km)

Direction

with

respect to

site

1. Site entrance N1 N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”

- Within Site

2. Site (south end) N2 N-17°14’26.21”E-77°57’55.53”

0.5 Within Site

3. Rakamcherlavillage

N3 N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

1.3 SW

4. Nazeerabad N4 N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 S

5. Rukumpalle N5 N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 SW

6. Kankal N6 N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

6.3 SE

7. Changomul N7 N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 E

8. Manneguda N8 N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.50 N


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Ldn = 10 log [1/24{16(10(Ld/10)) + 8(10(Ln+10)/10))}]




S.No Sampling

station

Sampling

Code

Geographical

coordinates

Aerial

distance

from the

site in (km)

Direction

with

respect to

site


- Within Site


0.5 Within Site


N3 N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

1.3 SW

4. Nazeerabad N4 N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 S

5. Rukumpalle N5 N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 SW

6. Kankal N6 N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

6.3 SE

7. Changomul N7 N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 E

8. Manneguda N8 N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.50 N


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Ldn = 10 log [1/24{16(10(Ld/10)) + 8(10(Ln+10)/10))}]




S.No Sampling

station

Sampling

Code

Geographical

coordinates

Aerial

distance

from the

site in (km)

Direction

with

respect to

site


- Within Site


0.5 Within Site


N3 N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

1.3 SW

4. Nazeerabad N4 N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 S

5. Rukumpalle N5 N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 SW

6. Kankal N6 N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

6.3 SE

7. Changomul N7 N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 E

8. Manneguda N8 N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.50 N


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Figure 3.9 Noise Level Monitoring Locations Map (10 Km radius)


Noise levels in the villages and along Highways within the study area were measured

using a precision microprocessor based digital noise level meter. Taking into

consideration the quieter hour, the minimum equivalent noise level at a particular

place is called the background noise level.

During the study period day time noise levels varied from 40 to 53 dB (A) across the

sampling stations and night time noise levels varied from 30 to 46 dB (A) across the

9. Manchanpally N9 N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.51 S

10. Burgupalle N10 N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.4 NW


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7.51 S

10. Burgupalle N10 N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.4 NW


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7.51 S

10. Burgupalle N10 N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.4 NW


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sampling stations. The field observations during the study period indicate that the

ambient noise levels in the study area were well within the prescribed standards at all

the different noise zones prescribed by CPCB. The result details of the monitoring

stations are presented in Table 3.8.

3.7.3 Limits Set by CPCB

Industrial Area : Day Time - 75 dB (A); Night Time - 70 dB (A)

Commercial Area : Day Time - 65 dB (A); Night Time - 55 dB (A)

Residential Area : Day Time - 55 dB (A); Night Time - 45 dB (A)

Silence Zone : Day Time - 50 dB (A); Night Time - 40 dB (A)

Table 3.8 Summary of Noise monitoring in the study area

S.No Location Geographicalcoordinates

Noise level in dB (A)Day Night

1. Site entrance – N1 N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”

40 32

2. Site (south end) – N2 N-17°14’26.21”E-77°57’55.53”

45 30

3. Rakamcherla village– N3

N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

41 35

4. Nazeerabad – N4 N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

46 33

5. Rukumpalle – N5 N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

53 46

6. Kankal – N6 N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

49 39

7. Changomul – N7 N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

42 36

8. Manneguda – N8 N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

48 34

9. Manchanpally – N9 N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

50 39

10. Burgupalle – N10 N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

53 46


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40 32


45 30


N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

41 35

4. Nazeerabad – N4 N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

46 33

5. Rukumpalle – N5 N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

53 46

6. Kankal – N6 N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

49 39

7. Changomul – N7 N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

42 36

8. Manneguda – N8 N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

48 34


50 39

10. Burgupalle – N10 N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

53 46


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40 32


45 30


N-17°14’23.4”E-77°57’24.48”

41 35

4. Nazeerabad – N4 N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

46 33

5. Rukumpalle – N5 N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

53 46

6. Kankal – N6 N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

49 39

7. Changomul – N7 N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

42 36

8. Manneguda – N8 N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

48 34


50 39

10. Burgupalle – N10 N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

53 46


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The field observations during the study period indicate that the ambient noise levels in the

study area were well within the prescribed standards at all the different noise zones

prescribed by CPCB.

3.8 Water Environment

The impacts on water environment are inherent part of any major developmental projects

in two ways: one is stress on water resources (continuous withdrawal of large quantities of

water) and the other is pollution impacts through discharge of effluents. These impacts

may be on either or both surface and groundwater resources in the project area depending

on the specific situation. To address these issues it is necessary to take a stock of available

water resources in project area with respect to their existing quality as well as their

supportive capacity to represent the baseline status of water environment.

The existing water resources, both surface and ground water with the corresponding

significance are identified within the study area around proposed Project of TSIIC. The

representative sampling locations for surface water and groundwater are selected through

reconnaissance of project area to assess the existing (pre-project) status of water quality in

the study area. Physico-chemical, nutrient, Oxygen demand, bacteriological and biological

parameters having relevance to public health and aesthetic significance are selected to

assess the water quality status with special attention to raw water resources and the

receiving body of the treated effluent discharge from proposed project. The standard

methods prescribed for surface, groundwater sampling as well as the analytical procedures

for individual parameters is followed in this study.


The Reconnaissance survey was undertaken to ascertain the location of water bodies

viz streams, rivers, lakes, etc. The sampling stations were chosen based on the existing

pollution sources near these water bodies and threat of pollution in the future. The

agriculture practices in study area are predominantly rain fed. The surface water is used

for irrigation purposes wherever available. Ground water is used for irrigation in many

parts of the study area during dry season. Groundwater is the principal source for

domestic and drinking purposes in almost all villages in the study area. The water


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samples were collected and analyzed by standard test methods which are given in table:

The prevailing status of water quality has been assessed during March, April & May

2014. 10 sampling stations for ground water and 2 sampling stations for surface water

were selected for the study the details are given in table and the findings of the water

quality monitoring study is summarized. The locations of water quality monitoring are

given in Table 3-9.

Table 3.9 Water sampling location details

S.No Samplingstation

Samplinglocation

GPSCoordinates

Aerialdistancefrom the sitein (km)

Direction withrespect to site

1.Ground Water(Bore well)(GWS1)

Mannegudavillage

N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.5 N


Changomulvillage

N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 ENE

3.Ground Water(Bore well),(GWS3)

Kankal village N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

6.3 SE


NearRakamcherlaIndustrial Park

N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”Elev 2290 ft

0.4 N

5.Ground Water(well water),(GWS5)

Rakamcherlavillage

N-17°14’16.4”E-77°57’17.1”

1.4 SW


Somangurthyvillage

N-17°13’34.6”E-77°56’08.7”

3.75 SW


Manchanpallyvillage

N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.17 S


Nazeerabadvillage

N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 SW

9.Ground Water(Bore well),

Rukumpallevillage

N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W


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given in Table 3-9.



Samplinglocation

GPSCoordinates




Mannegudavillage

N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.5 N


Changomulvillage

N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 ENE



6.3 SE



N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”Elev 2290 ft

0.4 N


Rakamcherlavillage

N-17°14’16.4”E-77°57’17.1”

1.4 SW


Somangurthyvillage

N-17°13’34.6”E-77°56’08.7”

3.75 SW


Manchanpallyvillage

N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.17 S


Nazeerabadvillage

N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 SW


Rukumpallevillage

N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W


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given in Table 3-9.



Samplinglocation

GPSCoordinates




Mannegudavillage

N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.5 N


Changomulvillage

N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 ENE



6.3 SE



N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”Elev 2290 ft

0.4 N


Rakamcherlavillage

N-17°14’16.4”E-77°57’17.1”

1.4 SW


Somangurthyvillage

N-17°13’34.6”E-77°56’08.7”

3.75 SW


Manchanpallyvillage

N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.17 S


Nazeerabadvillage

N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 SW


Rukumpallevillage

N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W


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Samplinglocation

GPSCoordinates



(GWS9)


Near Burgupallevillage

N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.3 NW

11.Surface Water(stream),(SW1),

Near Changomulvillage

N-17°16’15.00”E-78°00’47.10”

5.9 ENE

12.Stream Water,(SW2)

Near Kankalvillage

N-17°13’33.40”E-77°59’12.45”

2.86 SE

Figure 3.10 Water Sampling locations Map (10Km Radius)


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Samplinglocation

GPSCoordinates



(GWS9)



N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.3 NW



N-17°16’15.00”E-78°00’47.10”

5.9 ENE


Near Kankalvillage

N-17°13’33.40”E-77°59’12.45”

2.86 SE



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Samplinglocation

GPSCoordinates



(GWS9)



N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.3 NW



N-17°16’15.00”E-78°00’47.10”

5.9 ENE


Near Kankalvillage

N-17°13’33.40”E-77°59’12.45”

2.86 SE



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Table 3.10 Test methods used for the analysis of water quality parameters


The prevailing (pre-project) status of water quality has been assessed through

identification of water resources and appropriate sampling locations for both surface

and groundwater quality in study area depending on topography, surface runoff as well

as natural drainage systems during Post-monsoon season. Total 12 sampling locations

S.No Parameter Measured Test Method

1. pH (at 25°C) IS:3025 (Part - 11): 1983 (Reaff: 2006)

2. Electrical Conductivity IS:3025 (Part - 14): 1983 (Reaff: 2006)

3. Color IS:3025 (Part- 4) 1983 (Reaff 2006)

4. Total Hardness as CaCO3 IS:3025 (Part - 21) 1983 (Reaff 2006)

5. Total Alkalinity as

CaCO3IS:3025,1 (Part - 23) 1986 (Reaff 2009)

6. Cadmium IS:3025 (Part 41) 1991

7. Chloride as Cl IS:3025 (Part - 32) 1988(Reaff 2009)

8. Total Dissolved Solids IS:3025:1(Part - 16) 1984 (Reaff 2006)

9. Aluminium as Al IS:3025 (Part - 55) 2003 (Reaff 2009)

10. Chromium as Cr IS:3025 (Part - 52) 2003 (Reaff 2009)

11. Lead as Pb IS:3025 (Part - 47) 1994 (Reaff 2009)

12. Zinc as Zn IS:3025 (Part - 49) 1994 (Reaff 2009)

13. Sodium as Na IS:3025,5(Part - 45) 1993 (Reaff 2006)

14. Temperature IS:3025 (Part - 9) 1983 (Reaff 2006)

15. Chemical oxygen

demand as O2IS:3025 (Part-58)-2006

16. Dissolved Oxygen (mg/l) IS:3025 (Part - 38)1989 (Reaff 2009)

17. Salinity -

18. Copper as Cu IS:3025 (Part - 42)1992 (Reaff: 2009)

19. BOD,5 days @200C as

O25210B APHA 22nd Edn 2012

20. Total coliform bacteria

(MPN/100ml)IS:1622 1981 (Reaff: 2009)

21. F-Coli IS:1622, 1981 (Reaff: 2009)


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6. Cadmium IS:3025 (Part 41) 1991









15. Chemical oxygen



17. Salinity -





(MPN/100ml)IS:1622 1981 (Reaff: 2009)

21. F-Coli IS:1622, 1981 (Reaff: 2009)


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6. Cadmium IS:3025 (Part 41) 1991









15. Chemical oxygen



17. Salinity -





(MPN/100ml)IS:1622 1981 (Reaff: 2009)

21. F-Coli IS:1622, 1981 (Reaff: 2009)


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are identified among that 10 ground water and 2 surface water samples collected at

around 10 Km radius distance.

3.8.2.1 Physico-Chemical Characteristics

The results obtained for Physico-chemical characteristics of surface water

collected during summer season are presented in Table 3-11. The pH of the

surface water was alkaline and ranged from 7.83 to 7.96 across the sampling

stations. The Electrical conductivity of the sample ranged from 820 to 1030 µS/cm

across the sampling stations. The concentration of Total dissolved solids (TDS)

ranged from 540 to 660 mg/l across the sampling stations. The concentration of

chlorides varied from 14.5 to 22.5 mg/l across the sampling stations. The

concentration of sulphate varied from 34.1 to 35.4 mg/l. Other parameters like

Iron, Chromium, and Lead were below the surface water quality standards.

Table 3.11 Results of Surface Water Samples

S. No. Parameters Unit SW1 SW2

1 Colour Hazen BDL (DL1) BDL (DL1)

2 Odour - U/O U/O

3 Turbidity NTU 1 BDL (DL0.1)

4 pH -- 7.83 7.96

5 Conductivity µS/cm 1030 820

6 Total Dissolve Solids mg/l 660 540

7 Alkalinity as CaCO3 mg/l 75 64

8 Total Hardness as CaCo3 mg/l 338 239

9 Calcium as Ca mg/l 76 52

10 Magnesium as Mg mg/l 34 25

11 Chloride as Cl mg/l 14.5 22.5

12 Sulphate as SO4 mg/l 34.1 35.4

13 Nitrate as NO3 mg/l 1.2 2.5

14 Fluorides as F mg/l 0.34 0.41

15 Cadmium mg/l BDL BDL

16 Total Chromium mg/l BDL (DL 0.01) BDL (DL 0.01)

17 Iron mg/l 0.17 0.22

18 Copper mg/l 0.16 0.6


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2 Odour - U/O U/O


4 pH -- 7.83 7.96













17 Iron mg/l 0.17 0.22

18 Copper mg/l 0.16 0.6


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2 Odour - U/O U/O


4 pH -- 7.83 7.96













17 Iron mg/l 0.17 0.22

18 Copper mg/l 0.16 0.6


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19 Lead mg/l BDL (DL 0.01) BDL (DL 0.01)

20 Zinc mg/l 0.34 BDL (DL 0.01)

21 Dissolved Oxygen mg/l 4 4.6

22 COD mg/l 4 4

23 Total Coliform /100 ml 24 256

24 Feacal Coliform /100 ml 10 160

The pH of the ground water ranged from 6.38 to 7.91 across the sampling

stations. The Electrical conductivity of the sample ranged from 625 to 2650

µS/cm across the sampling stations. The highest E.C value observed at GW3

sampling station. The concentration of Total dissolved solids (TDS) ranged

between 408 to 1776 mg/l across the sampling stations. The highest TDS value of

1776 mg/l was observed at GW3 sampling station. The concentration of chlorides

varied from 52 - 318 mg/l across the sampling stations. High concentration of

chlorides was observed at GW3 sampling station. The concentration of sulphate

varied from 24 to 124 mg/l. The highest concentration of sulphate was recorded at

GW10 sampling station. The concentration of Iron varied from 0.12 – 0.34 mg/l

across the sampling stations. High concentration of Iron was observed at GW10

sampling station. The concentration of other parameters like Chromium (mg/l),

Lead (mg/l) and Total suspended Solids (mg/l) were below the detection limit.

The results of ground water quality monitoring are given in Table 3-12.

Table 3.12 Analytical results on Ground water samples

Sl. No. Parameters UnitGW

S1

GW

S2

GW

S3

GW

S4

GW

S5

GW

S6

GW

S7

GW

S8

GW

S9

GW

S10

1 ColourHaze

n1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1

2 Odour - U/O U/O U/O U/O U/O U/O U/O U/O U/O U/O

3 Turbidity NTU 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 1

4 pH - 7.4 7.28 7.78 7.64 6.38 7.91 7.24 7.85 7.04 7.12

5 Conductivity 1110 1580 2650 885 650 625 1976 794 1991 2160

6Total Dissolve

Solidsmg/l 768 1096 1776 676 528 408 1325 543 1452 1404

7 Alkalinity as mg/l 226 325 585 154 152 146 439 168 486 335


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20 Zinc mg/l 0.34 BDL (DL 0.01)


22 COD mg/l 4 4



















S1

GW

S2

GW

S3

GW

S4

GW

S5

GW

S6

GW

S7

GW

S8

GW

S9

GW

S10

1 ColourHaze

n1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1


3 Turbidity NTU 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 1

4 pH - 7.4 7.28 7.78 7.64 6.38 7.91 7.24 7.85 7.04 7.12

5 Conductivity 1110 1580 2650 885 650 625 1976 794 1991 2160

6Total Dissolve

Solidsmg/l 768 1096 1776 676 528 408 1325 543 1452 1404



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20 Zinc mg/l 0.34 BDL (DL 0.01)


22 COD mg/l 4 4



















S1

GW

S2

GW

S3

GW

S4

GW

S5

GW

S6

GW

S7

GW

S8

GW

S9

GW

S10

1 ColourHaze

n1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1


3 Turbidity NTU 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 1

4 pH - 7.4 7.28 7.78 7.64 6.38 7.91 7.24 7.85 7.04 7.12

5 Conductivity 1110 1580 2650 885 650 625 1976 794 1991 2160

6Total Dissolve

Solidsmg/l 768 1096 1776 676 528 408 1325 543 1452 1404



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3.8.3 Hydrogeology

Central Ground Water Board has covered entire District through systematic hydro

geological surveys by 1990, 2003 and reappraisal survey done by 2012. Under

Canadian assisted project during 1971-75, an area of 4764 sq.km was covered by

constructing 40 exploratory bore wells. In all 32 exploratory wells are in granitic and 8

are in basaltic terrain. A study of litho logical logs of these wells reveals that the

thickness of Deccan traps range between about 30 and 77m. Weathered vesicular

fractured and massive traps are normally encountered successively. The thickness of

the weathered zone ranges between a few centimeters to about 18m. In granitic terrain

the exploratory wells drilled down to 164 m has revealed that in general the weathered

zone is followed by massive granite with occasional fractured zones of limited

thickness.

Ground water is the main source of irrigation in the district. Since the urban

agglomeration of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad has extended by leaps

CaCO3

8Total Hardness

as CaCo3mg/l 219 300 562 199 88 113 405 161 589 456

9 Calcium as Ca mg/l 53 74 136 35 23 27 116 38 135 92

10Magnesium as

Mgmg/l 21 28 54 27 7.5 11 28 16 61 55

11 Sodium mg/l 186 224 310 158 115 105 235 113 315 295

12 Potassium mg/l 23 18 22 26 16 14 18 15 24 27

13SAR (sodium

absorption ratio)5.47 5.63 5.69 4.88 5.32 4.30 5.08 3.88 5.65 6.01

14 Chloride as Cl mg/l 119 156 318 115 74 52 190 63 242 276

15 Sulphate as SO4 mg/l 25.5 98 102 65 54 24 98 35 83 124

16 Bicarbonate mg/l 276 397 714 188 185 178 536 205 593 409

17 Nitrate as NO3 mg/l 4.1 3.4 0.43 3.9 3.6 2.4 3.5 4.6 2.3 4.8

18 Fluorides as F mg/l 0.06 0.65 0.78 0.32 0.54 0.53 0.34 0.32 0.36 0.54

19 Total Chromium mg/l BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

20 Iron mg/l 0.21 0.12 0.17 0.16 0.42 0.31 0.32 0.41 0.56 0.34

21 Lead mg/l BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

22 Zinc mg/l 2.5 1.2 2.6 3.5 2.5 3 1.4 2.3 1.5 2.2


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thickness.



CaCO3

8Total Hardness

as CaCo3mg/l 219 300 562 199 88 113 405 161 589 456

9 Calcium as Ca mg/l 53 74 136 35 23 27 116 38 135 92

10Magnesium as

Mgmg/l 21 28 54 27 7.5 11 28 16 61 55

11 Sodium mg/l 186 224 310 158 115 105 235 113 315 295

12 Potassium mg/l 23 18 22 26 16 14 18 15 24 27

13SAR (sodium




16 Bicarbonate mg/l 276 397 714 188 185 178 536 205 593 409

17 Nitrate as NO3 mg/l 4.1 3.4 0.43 3.9 3.6 2.4 3.5 4.6 2.3 4.8



20 Iron mg/l 0.21 0.12 0.17 0.16 0.42 0.31 0.32 0.41 0.56 0.34


22 Zinc mg/l 2.5 1.2 2.6 3.5 2.5 3 1.4 2.3 1.5 2.2


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thickness.



CaCO3

8Total Hardness

as CaCo3mg/l 219 300 562 199 88 113 405 161 589 456

9 Calcium as Ca mg/l 53 74 136 35 23 27 116 38 135 92

10Magnesium as

Mgmg/l 21 28 54 27 7.5 11 28 16 61 55

11 Sodium mg/l 186 224 310 158 115 105 235 113 315 295

12 Potassium mg/l 23 18 22 26 16 14 18 15 24 27

13SAR (sodium




16 Bicarbonate mg/l 276 397 714 188 185 178 536 205 593 409

17 Nitrate as NO3 mg/l 4.1 3.4 0.43 3.9 3.6 2.4 3.5 4.6 2.3 4.8



20 Iron mg/l 0.21 0.12 0.17 0.16 0.42 0.31 0.32 0.41 0.56 0.34


22 Zinc mg/l 2.5 1.2 2.6 3.5 2.5 3 1.4 2.3 1.5 2.2


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of bonds into Vikarabad district also, stress on ground water has increased

tremendously to cater to the needs of industrial and domestic sectors.

Ground water level data for a monitoring well collected from CGWB located in Pudur

which is located at a distance of 2 km north of the project site indicates that the deepest

water level is 14.85 m bgl during May 2012 and shallowest water level is 4.36 m bgl

November 2013. The season wise ground water level data collected for Pudur

monitoring well is given below. It clearly indicates that the natural recharge is good in

and around the project site. Figure 3-11 gives the details on ground water quality at

Pudur.

Figure 3.11 Ground Water Quality of Pudur Area


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Pudur.



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Pudur.



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3.8.4 Drainage and water Bodies of the Study Area

Surface water plays major role in irrigation when compared to the ground water source.

There is no major river within 10 km of the project site. However, Musa Nadi (River)

flows from South west to North East at a distance of 6 km from the Project site. There

is no major dam/reservoir within the 10 km from the project boundary.

The drainage of the study area is mostly controlled by the structural features. Among

the different drainage pattern the noteworthy are sub-parallel. Streams flowing in the

low lying tracts have been bounded on one side and serve as storage tanks for

collection of rain water. The map showing the water bodies with the project influence

area is given in Figure 3-12.

3.8.5 Irrigation Practices

Though, two good rivers traverse in the District there are no irrigation projects. Musi

flows through the district untapped for irrigation since it feeds the Himayath sagar and

Osman sagar reservoirs mainly for drinking water purpose in Hyderabad district.

However, the water of Kagna have been utilized by a medium project known as

Kotepally project which has an ayacut of 3,723 ha in Vikarabad, Marpally and Dharur

mandals. The Navandgi irrigation scheme also on the river Kagna (Tandur area)

irrigated about 2023 hectares. Inderched and Gangavarm lift irrigation schemes also

irrigate some area in this part. Though there are other medium projects like Juntupally

(Tandur area) Kotepally (Marpally, Vikarabad and Tandur) which has an ayacut of

2080 ha and Laknapur (Pargi and Dhjarur mandals) which has an ayacut of 2649 ha

they irrigate only a limited area and as such, wells form the principal source of

irrigation in the district. The source wise area irrigated is given in the Table 3-13.


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Table 3.13 Area irrigated different source (in Ha)

S.No Source of irrigation 1994-95 2005-06 2010-11 2013-141. Canals 1030 1000 1334 465

2. Tanks 2120 1000 6088 2139

3. Tube wells and filter points 35413 47000 87863 67732

4. Other wells / Dug wells 20100 10000 8663 2587

5. Other sources 1580 1000 1573 913

6. Net area irrigated 45307 60000 74730 101968

Table 3.14 Area Irrigated under food & Nonfood crops of Vikarabad district

(2013 – 2014)

S.No Food Crops (Cereals &Millets)

Area in (Ha) Food Crops (Pulses) Area in (H)

1 Rice 45040 Horse gram -2 Wheat 568 Green gram -3 Jowar 1097 Black gram -4 Bajra - Red gram -5 Maize 1669 Bengal gram -6 Ragi 327 Other Pulses 236

S.No Food Crops (Condiments,Spices and Others)

Area in (Ha) Non Food Crops(OilSeeds)

Area in (H)

1 Turmeric 3740 Groundnut 106352 Chillies 587 Seasamum -3 Ginger 50 Cocounut 24 Others 257 Castor -5 Sugarcane 1780 Others 2766 Onions 24247 Others 27612(Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Telangana)

(Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Chief planning office: Govt. of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana)


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2. Tanks 2120 1000 6088 2139



5. Other sources 1580 1000 1573 913



(2013 – 2014)






Area in (H)




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2. Tanks 2120 1000 6088 2139



5. Other sources 1580 1000 1573 913



(2013 – 2014)






Area in (H)




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Figure 3.12 Drainage Map of the Study area


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3.9 Land Environment

In general any major developmental projects related to industrial sector are expected to

cause direct and indirect impacts on land environment, which could be attributed to

mainly change in land use pattern (direct and indirect) as well as pollution impacts due

to disposal of solid/hazardous wastes on the land and discharge of wastewater either

on to land (direct impacts) or in to surface water resources. Moreover, impacts on

agriculture land/vegetation are also expected due to fallout of air pollutants in case of

excessive emissions beyond certain limit (indirect impacts). Accordingly, for impact

assessment on land component, it is pertinent to study the existing landuse pattern in

project area, soil characteristics and details of estimated waste generation from

proposed new activities including the impacts on soil with respect to land

application/disposal of solid/hazardous wastes and the consequential impacts on the

surrounding terrestrial and aquatic environment.


The proposed project is located at Rakamcherla Village, Pudur Mandal and Vikarabad

District. The site is located near to SH Road.

Location : Latitude 17°14'50.25"N, and

Longitude 77°57'46.57"E

Site elevation within 5

Km radius

: Ground elevations varying from 690 m to 705

m above MSL

Highway Connectivity : SH-4 at a distance of 0.5Km

Nearest Railway

Station/distance

: Vikarabad- 15 Km

Nearest Town, City,

District

: Town: Vikarabad -14 KmCity: Hyderabad-70 KmDistrict Hq: Hyderabad-70 Km

3.9.2 Geology

Geology the study area (10 km radius) comprises of the following rock types such as

Laterite, Basalt with intertrappians and Granites. The project site is located in Laterite

formation. The geology map of the study area is presented in Figure 3-13.


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Km radius


m above MSL


Nearest Railway

Station/distance

: Vikarabad- 15 Km

Nearest Town, City,

District


3.9.2 Geology





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Km radius


m above MSL


Nearest Railway

Station/distance

: Vikarabad- 15 Km

Nearest Town, City,

District


3.9.2 Geology





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Figure 3.13 Geology Map of the Project Site

3.9.3 Geomorphology

The landforms in the district are the products of different geomorphic processes such

as erosion, deposition, crustal movements coupled with climatic changes operating on

the surface. The specific geomorphic groups are (i) Residual hills (ii) Plateau (Deccan

traps) (iii) Pediment Inselberg complex (iv) Pediplain and (v) Flood plain.

i) Residual Hills: These geomorphic forms occur as massive hills comprising of

forest areas in Kulakacherla, Manchal and in Yacharam mandals with a maximum

elevation of 704 m above msl. The residual hills occurring around Ghatkesar,

Shamirpet and Rajendernagar mandals , the soil cover is thin and devoid of


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vegetation except with low trees, thorny bushes and shrubs. Other forms in the

area include Mesa/Butt, having flat topped hills comprising of laterite and basalts.

ii) Plateau (Deccan traps): This geomorphic unit is characterized by elevated

uplands with steep slope and dissected by deep and narrow valleys occupied by

different flows.

iii) Pediment Inselberg Complex: Pediment inselberg complex is a gently undulating

plain abounding with a number of small hills, mounds, tors etc.

iv) Pediplain: Pediplains are characterized by flat or gentle sloping surface which is

the end product of coalescence of several pediments at the foot of hill slopes.

Pediplains are characterized by the vast area of low lying flat terrain with gentle

slopes covered by red brown and black clayey soils ranging in thickness from 20

cm to 60 cm.

v) Flood plain: Alluvial deposits occur along major river courses mostly derived

from catchments, transported and deposited.

3.9.4 Physiography

It is a subfield of geography which helps to study physical patterns and processes of

the study area. The general elevation of the study area ranges from 565 m to 725 m

above MSL. The elevation contour indicates the area is sloping towards east.

Relatively higher elevation is observed in the eastern side of the project site. No hill

ranges noticed within 10 km of the project site. The project site is located in the 690-

705 m above MSL. Features and attributes of earth's land surface of the site are shown

in Figure 3-14.


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different flows.







cm to 60 cm.



3.9.4 Physiography







in Figure 3-14.


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different flows.







cm to 60 cm.



3.9.4 Physiography







in Figure 3-14.


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Figure 3.14 Physiography of the Study area

3.9.5 Land Use/ Land Cover Classification

Land use information of an area in the form of map and statistical data are very vital for

spatial analysis, planning, management and utilization of land for agriculture, forestry,

urban and industrial planning. The level of spatial classification is classed under 4

categories. They are Level 1 with 1:1 million scale, Level 2 with 1:250,000 scale, Level

3 with 1:50,000 scale and level 4 with 1:25,000 or larger scale. The cost and

availability of data and purpose for which the land use classification is to be taken up is

important for taking up the level of classification. In the present study Level 3

classification is made which is fairly a good classification of urban and industrial

planning. However level 4 classifications is the ultimate for all kind of planning and

management. Owing to the exorbitant cost and time of obtaining the Satellite Data


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from the concerned agencies, the present land use classification has been restricted to

level 2.

For the preparation of land use map IRS P6 LISS-III Satellite data has been procured

from NRSC, Hyderabad. At most care has been taken to select the cloud free satellite

data. The recent digital data dated March-2014 has been taken for the preparation of

land use mapping. Visual interpretation technique has been adopted for land use

classification based on the interpretation keys suggested in the guidelines of NNRMS,

Bangalore.

The land use of the study area reflects the socio-economic conditions of the people in

addition to the natural environmental factors. The factors controlling the land use

pattern of the area are land forms, slope, shape of the land, soil, natural resources and

natural and manmade hazards. In the hills of the study area there is no dense vegetation.

Vegetation consists of thorny bushes and shrubs. The uncultivable area includes barren

and non-cultivable waste.

The crop land occupies 169.01 Sq.Km (52.76 %) of the study area followed by

Plantation 63.44 Sq.Km (19.80 %), Barren land occupies 36.58 Sq.Km (11.42 %) and

Fallow land occupies 25.67 Sq.Km (8.01 %). The land use classification details of the

study area denoted in Table 3-15 and Figure 3-15.

Table 3.15 Land use classification

Land use Area(Sq.Km)

Area(percentage)

Crop Land 169.01 52.76

Plantation 63.44 19.80

Fallow Land 25.67 8.01

Land with Scrub 7.34 2.29

Land without Scrub 10.99 3.43

Scrub Land 5.22 1.63

Barren Land 36.58 11.42

Built-up Land 1.01 0.32

Water body 1.10 0.34

Total 320.36 100.00


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level 2.






Bangalore.













Area(percentage)

Crop Land 169.01 52.76









Total 320.36 100.00


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level 2.






Bangalore.













Area(percentage)

Crop Land 169.01 52.76









Total 320.36 100.00


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Figure 3.15 Land Use and Land cover Classification of Study area

Figure 3.16 Land Use / Land Cover Map of the Study area


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3.10 Soil Environment

Assessment of soil characteristics is of paramount importance since the vegetation

growth, agricultural practices and production is directly related to the soil fertility and

quality. The predominant soil type is black cotton soil followed by red soils. In Pargi

mandal more than 50% of the villages have Red-Chelka soils. The mandals with black

soils are Vikarabad, Pudur. Red soils are neutral whereas black soils are slightly

alkaline, pH ranges from 6.5 to 8.5. The soils are highly deficient in nitrogen, low to

medium in available P and high in available K. Zinc deficiency is common in all the

mandals (deficiency ranges from 16 per cent to 90 per cent).

3.10.1 Soil Type

The soils in the study area are classified into 3 type’s namely deep calcareous black

soil, Lateritic gravelly clay soil and shallow black soil. The soil map of the study area is

prepared based on the National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land use Planning, Nagpur

is presented in Figure 3-17. Deep calcareous block soil occupies 65 % of the study

area. The Project site lies in the lateritic gravelly clay soil.

Figure 3.17 Geological formation of the Study Area


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3.10.1 Soil Type








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3.10.1 Soil Type








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Figure 3.18 Soil Classification of the Study Area

3.10.2 Soil Monitoring

For monitoring the soil quality within 10 Km radius, 10 sampling locations were

identified and the details of locations are given in Table 3-16.

Table -3.16 Soil Sampling Locations in the study area

S.No Sample

ID

Location Geographical

coordinates

Aerial

distance

(Km)

Direction with

respect to site

1. S1 Manneguda village N-17°18’03.0”E-77°58’54.7”

6.5 N

2. S2 Changomul village N-17°15’27.1”E-78°01’34.0”

6.57 ENE

3. S3 Kankal village N-17°12’17.1”E-78°00’24.4”

6.3 SE

4. S4 Near RakamcherlaIndustrial Park

N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”

0.4 N


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S.No Sample

ID


coordinates

Aerial

distance

(Km)

Direction with

respect to site


6.5 N


6.57 ENE


6.3 SE


N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”

0.4 N


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S.No Sample

ID


coordinates

Aerial

distance

(Km)

Direction with

respect to site


6.5 N


6.57 ENE


6.3 SE


N-17°14’45.5”E-77°57’48.8”

0.4 N


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S.No Sample

ID


coordinates

Aerial

distance

(Km)

Direction with

respect to site

5. S5 Rakamcherlavillage

N-17°14’16.4”E-77°57’17.1”

1.4 SW

6. S6 Somangurthyvillage

N-17°13’34.6”E-77°56’08.7”

3.75 SW

7. S7 Manchanpallyvillage

N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.17 S

8. S8 Nazeerabad village N-17°10’22.6”E-77°54’19.8”

9.8 SW

9. S9 Rukumpallevillage

N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W

10. S10 Near Burgupallevillage

N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.3 NW

Figure 3.19 Types of soil in the study area


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S.No Sample

ID


coordinates

Aerial

distance

(Km)

Direction with

respect to site


N-17°14’16.4”E-77°57’17.1”

1.4 SW


N-17°13’34.6”E-77°56’08.7”

3.75 SW


N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.17 S


9.8 SW


N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W


N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.3 NW



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S.No Sample

ID


coordinates

Aerial

distance

(Km)

Direction with

respect to site


N-17°14’16.4”E-77°57’17.1”

1.4 SW


N-17°13’34.6”E-77°56’08.7”

3.75 SW


N-17°10’44.2”E-77°58’08.5”

7.17 S


9.8 SW


N-17°12’13.6”E-77°51’45.2”

10.0 W


N-17°16’37.88”E-77°53’48.09”

8.3 NW



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Figure 3.20 Soil Sampling Locations of the study area

3.10.3 Soil Quality

The pH of the soil samples ranged from 7.13 to 8 across the sampling stations. The

Electrical conductivity of the soil samples ranged from to 42-239 µs/cm across the

sampling stations. The water holding capacity of the soil samples varied from 14.65 to

42.38 (%W/W). Other parameters like Mercury, Total Chromium (mg/l), were below

the detection limit. The results of analysis are given in Table 3-17.


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Table 3.17 Analytical results of soil samples collected at different sampling stations

S.No Parameter Unit

S1-Manneg

udavillage

S2-Chango

mulvillage

S3-Kankalvillage

S4-NearRakamcherla I P

S5-Rakamcherla village

S6-Somangurthy village

S7-Manchan

pallyvillage

S8-Nazeerabad village

S9-Rukumpalle village

S10-NearBurgupalle village

1 Colour ReddishBrown

ReddishBrown

Brown ReddishBrown

ReddishBrown

Brown Brown ReddishBrown

Brown Brown

2 Soil Texture SandyClayLoam

SandyClayLoam

ClayLoam

SandyLoam

SandyLoam

Sandy Clay Clay loam Clay loam Clay loam Clay loam

3 Sand % 64 68 39 72 63 60 41 43 35 36

4 Silt % 24 12 34 18 26 24 26 25 35 33

5 Clay % 12 20 27 10 11 16 33 32 30 31

6 pH ( 1:2.) 7.99 7.84 7.58 7.53 7.13 7.63 8.1 7.89 7.58 7.94

7 Cconductivity( 1:2.)

umhos/cm

84 129 167 72 95 94 184 174 168 165

8 InfiltrationRate

cm/hr 1.35 1.47 1.08 1.51 1.31 1.17 1.09 1.04 1.07 1.04

9 Bulk Density gm/cc 1.41 1.39 1.21 1.15 1.43 1.42 1.48 1.51 1.46 1.37

10 CationExchangeCapacity

meq/100 gm

6.62 11.1 13.4 4.9 5.3 8.8 16.8 15.9 15.1 13.9

11 Moisturecontent

% 9.14 13.84 15.146 7.403 5.89 8.27 15.367 15.879 15.013 15.073

12 WaterHoldingCapacity

% 19.7 34.8 42.4 24.06 35.4 23.2 14.7 16.4 24.4 29.3

13 OrganicCarbon

% 0.321 0.645 0.793 0.436 0.423 0.416 0.683 0.564 0.441 0.488

14 Organicmatter

% 0.55 1.11 1.37 0.75 0.73 0.72 1.18 0.97 0.76 0.84

15 Nitrogen as N % 0.017 0.033 0.039 0.023 0.022 0.024 0.030 0.032 0.025 0.022


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S.No Parameter Unit

S1-Manneg

udavillage

S2-Chango

mulvillage

S3-Kankalvillage




S7-Manchan

pallyvillage





ReddishBrown

Brown ReddishBrown

ReddishBrown


Brown Brown


SandyClayLoam

ClayLoam

SandyLoam

SandyLoam


3 Sand % 64 68 39 72 63 60 41 43 35 36

4 Silt % 24 12 34 18 26 24 26 25 35 33

5 Clay % 12 20 27 10 11 16 33 32 30 31

6 pH ( 1:2.) 7.99 7.84 7.58 7.53 7.13 7.63 8.1 7.89 7.58 7.94


umhos/cm

84 129 167 72 95 94 184 174 168 165

8 InfiltrationRate

cm/hr 1.35 1.47 1.08 1.51 1.31 1.17 1.09 1.04 1.07 1.04



meq/100 gm

6.62 11.1 13.4 4.9 5.3 8.8 16.8 15.9 15.1 13.9

11 Moisturecontent

% 9.14 13.84 15.146 7.403 5.89 8.27 15.367 15.879 15.013 15.073


% 19.7 34.8 42.4 24.06 35.4 23.2 14.7 16.4 24.4 29.3

13 OrganicCarbon

% 0.321 0.645 0.793 0.436 0.423 0.416 0.683 0.564 0.441 0.488

14 Organicmatter

% 0.55 1.11 1.37 0.75 0.73 0.72 1.18 0.97 0.76 0.84

15 Nitrogen as N % 0.017 0.033 0.039 0.023 0.022 0.024 0.030 0.032 0.025 0.022


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S.No Parameter Unit

S1-Manneg

udavillage

S2-Chango

mulvillage

S3-Kankalvillage




S7-Manchan

pallyvillage





ReddishBrown

Brown ReddishBrown

ReddishBrown


Brown Brown


SandyClayLoam

ClayLoam

SandyLoam

SandyLoam


3 Sand % 64 68 39 72 63 60 41 43 35 36

4 Silt % 24 12 34 18 26 24 26 25 35 33

5 Clay % 12 20 27 10 11 16 33 32 30 31

6 pH ( 1:2.) 7.99 7.84 7.58 7.53 7.13 7.63 8.1 7.89 7.58 7.94


umhos/cm

84 129 167 72 95 94 184 174 168 165

8 InfiltrationRate

cm/hr 1.35 1.47 1.08 1.51 1.31 1.17 1.09 1.04 1.07 1.04



meq/100 gm

6.62 11.1 13.4 4.9 5.3 8.8 16.8 15.9 15.1 13.9

11 Moisturecontent

% 9.14 13.84 15.146 7.403 5.89 8.27 15.367 15.879 15.013 15.073


% 19.7 34.8 42.4 24.06 35.4 23.2 14.7 16.4 24.4 29.3

13 OrganicCarbon

% 0.321 0.645 0.793 0.436 0.423 0.416 0.683 0.564 0.441 0.488

14 Organicmatter

% 0.55 1.11 1.37 0.75 0.73 0.72 1.18 0.97 0.76 0.84

15 Nitrogen as N % 0.017 0.033 0.039 0.023 0.022 0.024 0.030 0.032 0.025 0.022


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16 Phosphorus % 0.39 0.38 0.20 0.37 0.27 0.26 0.25 0.24 0.19 0.13

17 Potassium % 1.55 1.53 0.79 1.47 1.07 1.05 1.00 0.97 0.76 0.50

18 C/N Ratio 19.1 19.8 20.6 18.9 18.9 17.5 23.0 17.9 17.5 22.2

18 Calcium % 0.39 0.38 0.21 0.33 0.14 0.11 0.17 0.16 0.2 0.089

25 Magnesium % 0.210 0.195 0.14 0.145 0.12 0.14 0.15 0.145 0.11 0.06

19 Boron mg/kg 1.17 1.28 1.14 0.07 1.09 1.32 1.04 0.09 0.08 0.41

20 Cadmium mg/kg BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL21 Chromium

(Total )mg/kg

BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL22 Copper mg/kg 12.6 26.4 23.1 24.3 11.5 20.4 17.4 31.7 19.2 11.5

23 Iron mg/kg 34685 34729 34906 34609 34931 34413 37539 29108 30477 27558

24 Lead mg/kg 41.39 38.36 36.9 38.88 40.47 29.37 38.48 25.93 24.93 30.49

28 Manganese mg/kg 11.9 13.4 7.8 13.1 15.7 17.3 15.7 12.8 13.5 12.3

26 mercury mg/kg BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL27 Zinc mg/kg 18.7 21.3 15.3 18.8 21.5 24.2 22.3 19.1 9.5 18.7

28 Arsenic mg/kg BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL


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16 Phosphorus % 0.39 0.38 0.20 0.37 0.27 0.26 0.25 0.24 0.19 0.13

17 Potassium % 1.55 1.53 0.79 1.47 1.07 1.05 1.00 0.97 0.76 0.50

18 C/N Ratio 19.1 19.8 20.6 18.9 18.9 17.5 23.0 17.9 17.5 22.2

18 Calcium % 0.39 0.38 0.21 0.33 0.14 0.11 0.17 0.16 0.2 0.089

25 Magnesium % 0.210 0.195 0.14 0.145 0.12 0.14 0.15 0.145 0.11 0.06

19 Boron mg/kg 1.17 1.28 1.14 0.07 1.09 1.32 1.04 0.09 0.08 0.41


(Total )mg/kg


23 Iron mg/kg 34685 34729 34906 34609 34931 34413 37539 29108 30477 27558

24 Lead mg/kg 41.39 38.36 36.9 38.88 40.47 29.37 38.48 25.93 24.93 30.49

28 Manganese mg/kg 11.9 13.4 7.8 13.1 15.7 17.3 15.7 12.8 13.5 12.3




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16 Phosphorus % 0.39 0.38 0.20 0.37 0.27 0.26 0.25 0.24 0.19 0.13

17 Potassium % 1.55 1.53 0.79 1.47 1.07 1.05 1.00 0.97 0.76 0.50

18 C/N Ratio 19.1 19.8 20.6 18.9 18.9 17.5 23.0 17.9 17.5 22.2

18 Calcium % 0.39 0.38 0.21 0.33 0.14 0.11 0.17 0.16 0.2 0.089

25 Magnesium % 0.210 0.195 0.14 0.145 0.12 0.14 0.15 0.145 0.11 0.06

19 Boron mg/kg 1.17 1.28 1.14 0.07 1.09 1.32 1.04 0.09 0.08 0.41


(Total )mg/kg


23 Iron mg/kg 34685 34729 34906 34609 34931 34413 37539 29108 30477 27558

24 Lead mg/kg 41.39 38.36 36.9 38.88 40.47 29.37 38.48 25.93 24.93 30.49

28 Manganese mg/kg 11.9 13.4 7.8 13.1 15.7 17.3 15.7 12.8 13.5 12.3



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3.11 Terrestrial Ecology

The study of terrestrial ecology within the study area of 10 km radius has been carried out

through field investigation and satellite imagery data as discussed earlier. The area can be

classified into the following ecological zone.

3.11.1 Flora in the Study Area

The study experiences hot climate during summer and cooler winter due to absence of

thick forest cover in the region. Large tracts of land in the region are under cotton

cultivation. Forest types found in the study area predominantly open forest type, scrub

forest are found distributed in the few patches in the SW of the site. Social forestry

development induced Eucalyptus plantations can be seen in Northern and eastern

region to the site. Two plant species. Banjan (Ficus benghalensis) Butea frondosa are

predominantly distributed in the study area. The biodiversity study was conducted to

provide information on flora present in the study area. The study was conducted from

05.03.2014 to 07.03.2014 in places situated within a radius of 10 km from the site. The

list of places covered in the floral biodiversity and faunal biodiversity survey are

Rakamcherla, Rukumpalle, Nazeerabad, Kankal, Changomul, Manneguda,

Manchanpally, Gudpalle, Madgul Chittempalle, Thirumalapur tanda, Somangurthy,

Pudur and Burgupalle. The various species of flora and fauna recorded in the study

are tabulated. Discussions were held with local people to gather related information on

the richness of plant and animal resources.


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Figure 3.21 Floral biodiversity in the study area

3.11.1.1 Trees

A number of tree species was observed in the study area which is given in the

below table.

Table 3.18 List of Trees in the Study Area

S.No Botanical name English name Local name (Telugu )

1.Magnifera indica Mango Mamidi

2.Ficus benghalensis Banyan Marri

3.Butea frondosa Flame of the forest Moduga

4.Techtona grandis Teak Teku


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5.Phoenix sylvestris Wild date palm Itha

6.Bambusa bambo Bamboo Bongu veduru

7.Acacia arabica Gum arabic tree Natu tuma

8.Acacia melanoxylon Sally Wattle Kondakorinda

9.Ficus religiosa Pee pal Raavi

10.Prosopis spicigera Indian mesquit. Jammi

11.Pongamia pinnata Indian beech Kanuga

12.Peltophorum africanum Weeping wattle Pacha sunkesula

13.Acacia mearnsii black wattle Tumma

14.Acacia farnesiana Cassie flower Kasturitumma

15.Enterolobium saman Rain tree Nidra ganneru

16.Eucalyptus globules Eucalyptus Jamayul

17.Sesbania grandiflora Hummingbird tree Avisi

18.Balanites aegyptiaca Desert date Gara

19.Barringtonia acutangula Indian putat Kadimi

20.Bauhinia malabarica Mountain ebony Puli chinta

21.Bauhinia racemosa Burmese Silk Orchid Tella Are chettu

22.Acacia ferruginea Rusty Acacia Anisandra

23.Acacia leucophloea White barked Acacia Tella tumma

24.Acacia nilotica Babool Nalla tumma


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25.Albizia lebbeck Flea tree Dirisena

26.Albizia odoratissima Black siris Cinduga

27.Albizia procera White siris Tella cinduga

3.11.1.2 Shrubs

The study area has patches of shrub forest in many places therefore number of

shrubs where recorded during the study. Shrubs encountered during the survey are

given in the table.

Table 3.19 Shrubs Recorded in the Study Area

S.No Scientific name English name Vernacular name

1. Senna auriculata Tanner's Cassia Tangedu

2.Abutilon indicum Indian Mallow Tutura benda

3.Acacia latronum Buffalo thorn Tella tumma

4.Ageratum conyzoides Goat weed Pumpillu

5.Allophylus cobbe Indian Allophylus Erra avalu

6.Anisomeles malabarica Malabar Catmint Mahaveera

7.Breynia vitis-ideaea Phyllanthaceae Erra-balli

8.Bridelia Montana --- Pantangi, Panchavoni

9.Carissa carandas Karanda Kalivi

10.Calycopteris floribunda Paper flower climber Bonta teega, Adavi jama, Pottengi

11.Calotropis gigantean Crown Flower Jilledu

12.Carissa spinarum Wild Karanda Vaka


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13.Cassia surattensis Scrambled Egg Tree Metta tangedu

14.Cipadessa baccifera Ranabili Chedu Bira

15.Cleistanthus collinus Garari Kodisha

16.Cissus quadrangularis Devil's Backbone Gudametige

17.Clerodendron phlomidis Arni Tekkali, Nelli

18.Dichrostachys cinerea Sickle Bush Velthuru

19.Dodonaea viscose Hop Bush Puli-vailu, Bandam, Golla pulleda

20.Drypetes sepiaria Wild Caper Bush Bira

21.Erythroxylummonogynum

Red Cedar Deva Dharu, Pagadamu chettu

22.Euphorbia antiquorum Square Milk Hedge Bomma Jemmudu

23.Euphorbia nivulia Leafy Milk Hedge Jemmudu

24.Euphorbia tirucalli Round Milk Hedge Manchi Jemmudu

25.Gardenia gummifera Cambi gum tree, Bikki

26.Gymnosporia spinosa Bharati Danti

27.Holarrhena pubescens Indrajao Tedla pala

28.Hugonia mystax Tomentose Pisangi, Kakibira,

29.Jatropha curcas Physic Nut Nepalamu

30.Lawsonia inermis Henna Gorintaku

31.Maytenus emarginatus Notched Leaf Soapnut Kukudu-kayalu

32.Mimosa intsia Twisted Acacia Konda-korinta


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33.Phyllanthus reticulates Black honey shrub Pulsare

34.Randia dumetorum Mountain Pomegranate Manga chettu

35.Rhus mysorensis Mysore sumac Sith-sundari

36.Scutia myrtina Cat thorn Pariki

37.Woodfordia fruticosa Red Bell Bush Jargi, Seringi, Jaji

3.11.1.3 Climbers

Climbers encountered during the survey are given in the below table.

Table 3.20 Climbers present in the study area


1.Ipomoea pes-carpae Goat's foot creeper Chevulapilli theege

2.Rivea hypocrateriformis Midnapore creeper Nirubodi

3.Ichnocarpus frutescens Black creeper Karampala

4.Tinospora cordifolia Giloy Tippatiga, Somida

5.Bauhinia vahlii Maloo creeper Madapu

6.Argyreia nervosa Elephant creeper Samudrapala

7.Cucumis melo Melon Mulam pandu

8.Toddalia asiatica varfloribunda

Wild orange tree Kondakasinda

9.Ipomoea sepiaria Purple heart glory Mettatuti

10.Trichosanthes cuspidat Snake gourd Avaduta

11.Merremia hederacea Ivy woodrose Kalasa


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12.Ampelocissus latifolia Wild grape Bedasatiga, Bedalatiga

13.Cissus quadrangularis Veldt grape Gudametige

14.Pentatropis capensis Ambarvel Chekurtitiwa

15.Pergularia daemia Pergularia Jittupaku, Dushtupatige

16.Pentatropis capensis Ambarvel Chetaurtitiwa

3.11.1.4 Herbs

The herbaceous vegetation observed in the study area are given below

Table 3.21 Herbs recorded in the study area


1.Argemone Mexicana Mexican Prickly Poppy Brahmadandi

2.Parthenium hysterophorus, Carrot Grass Chandani

3.Acalypha alnifolia Alder Leaved Cat Tail Chiru kuppinta

4.Adenostemma lavenia Sticky Daisy Jangli-jira

5.Aerva lanata Mountain knot grass Pindi konda

6.Alternanthera sessilis Sessile Joyweed Ponna Ganti kura

7.Barleria cristata Striped Philippine Violet Tellanilambari

8.Bidens pilosa Beggar tick Phutium

9.Cassia tora Stinking cassia Tantepu

10.Cleome viscose Asian spider flower Kukka-vaminta

11.Corchorus aestuans East Indian mallow Nela Bera


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12.Emilla sonchifolia Purple Sow Thistle mayarcevi

13.Euphorbia prostrate Prostrate Sandmat Rongoalathi

14.Grangea maderaspatana Madras Carpet Mastaru

15.Gynura crepidioides Thickhead Tera paibi

16.Heliotropium indicum Indian Heliotrope Nagadanthi

17.Hybanthus enneaspermus Spade flower Ratna Purusha

18.Sida cordifolia Heart leaf sida Chiru Benda

19.Triumfetta rhomboidea Burr bush Dekki,

20.Vernonia cinerea Little iron weed Sahadevi

21.Waltheria indica Sleepy morning Nalla Benda

3.11.1.5 Aquatic Plants

The aquatic plants observed in the study area are given below

Table 3.22 Aquatic plants recorded in the study area


1. Eichornia crassipes Water hyacinth Budaga tamara

2.Pistia stratiotes Water lettuce Neeru veniki

3.Hydrilla verticillata Water thyme valakada

4.Nymphaea pubescens Pink water lily Thamara

5.Nymphaea nouchali Blue water lily Neelambal

3.11.2 Fauna

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ii.Wild Animals -Since the natural forests constitute small amount of the forest area

and since they are in isolated pockets, the wild life does not offer a wide spectrum of

species. Wild animals are rarely seen due to absence of natural dense forest and land

occupied by human being. Other than these, some reptiles and amphibians can also be

seen with a number of bird species.

3.11.2.1 Mammals

The various wild mammalian species observed in the study area are given below;

Table 3.23 List of Mammals recorded in the study area

S.No Zoological name English name Vernacular name

1.Felis chaus Jungle cat Adavi pilli

2.Herpestes javanicus Asian Small Mongoose Mungisa

3.Funambulus palmarum Three-striped palm squirrel Uduta

4.Lepus nigricollis Black-naped Hare Kundelu

5.Manis crassicaudata Indian Pangolin Nela Chepa

6.Vulpes bengalensis Indian Fox Nakka

7.Hystrix indica Indian Porcupine Mullapandi

8.Rattus rattus Common rat Eluka

3.11.2.2 Birds

The various species of birds observed in the study area are given below

Table 3.24 Birds recorded in the study area

S.No Scientific Name English name Vernacular name

1. Phalacrocoraxfuscicollis

Indian Cormorant Neeti kaki

2.Egretta garzetta Little Egret Chinna tella konga

3.Bubulcus ibis Cattle Egret Egret

4. Ardeola grayii Indian Pond Heron Guddi konga


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S.No Scientific Name English name Vernacular name5. Coturnix coturnix Common Quail Gogari yellichi

6.Columba livia Blue Rock Pigeon Nalla Pavuram

7.Psittacula eupatria Alexandrine Parakeet Pedda chiluka

8.Psittacula krameri Rose-ringed Parakeet Ramachiluka

9.Cuculus micropterus Indian Cuckoo Koyila

10.Bubo nipalensis Forest Eagle-Owl Gudlaguva

11.Alcedo coerulescens Small Blue Kingfisher Lakumuki

12.Merops orientalis Green Bee-eater Chinna passeriki

13.Dinopium benghalense Golden-backed Woodpecker Vadrangi pitta

14.Pycnonotus jocosus Red-whiskered Bulbul Turaka-pigli-pitta

15.Pycnonotus cafer Red-vented Bulbul Pigli-pitta

16.Corvus splendens House Crow Kaki

3.11.2.3 Reptiles

The various species of reptiles observed in the study area are given below.

Table 3.25 Reptiles recorded in the study area

S.No Scientific name Common Name Vernacular name

1.Calotes versicolor Common garden lizard Tonda

2.Ptyas mucosus Common rat snake Jerripothu

3.Varanus bengalensis Common Indian monitor Udumu

4.Hemidactylus flaviviridis House Gecko Balli


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5.Hemidactylus brookii Spotted Indian House Gecko Nallikeechu

6.Ahaetulla mycterizans Common Green Whip Snake Pasirika

7.Chamaeleo zeylanicus Indian Chameleon Usaravilli

8.Calotes versicolor Oriental Garden Lizard Tonda

9.Bungarus caeruleus Common Indian Krait Katla pamu

3.11.2.4 Amphibians

The various species of amphibians observed in the study area are given below

Table 3.26 List of Amphibians


1.Rana temporaria Common frog Kappa

2.Euphlyctis hexadactylus Indian green frog Godrukappa

3.Fejervarya kudremukhensis Cricket frog Kappa

4.Sphaerotheca breviceps Indian burrowing frog Kappa

5.Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis Skipper frog Chettukappa

6.Hoplobatrachus crassus Jerdon's bullfrog Kappa

3.11.2.5 Insects

The various species of insects observed in the study area are given below

Table 3.27 List of Insects recorded in the study area


1.Oecophylla smaragdina Weaver ant Neta cimala

2.Paratrechina longicornis Longhorn crazy ant Gandru chima


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3.Monomorium floricula Flower ant Puspam chima

4.Solenopis invicta Fire ant

Chima

5.Tetra morium guineense Guinea ant Giniya cimala

6.Pieris rapae Cabbage Butterfly Cabbage seethakokachilaka

7.Euploea core Common indian crow Kaki

8.Phalanta phalanta Common leopard Chirutha chiluka

9.Danaus chrysippus Plain tiger Pulli chiluka

10.Papilio demoleus Lime butterfly Akuchilaka

11.Coccinella magnifica Ladybird beetle Arudra purugu

12.Panagaeus cruxmajor Ground beetle Pedapurugu

13.Ceratogomphus pictus Dragon fly Tuniga

14.Eurythyrea austriaca Jewel beetle Boddenka

3.12 Socio Economic Environment

3.12.1 Social Indicators

Vikarabad district was formed in the year 1978 by carving out of erstwhile

Hyderabad district. The district is bounded on the North by Medak district, east by

Nalgonda district, South by Mahbubnagar district, west by Gulbarga district and

North west by Bidar district of Karnataka state. The area of the district is 7564.88

Sq.kms. The agro climatic zone of the district is Southern Telangana Zone (AP-5).

Now the district is part of Telangana state.

3.12.1.1 Demography

As per Census 2011, RR district has the population of 52,96,741 comprises of

27,01,008 of male and 25,95,733 female population as per census 2011. The

rural population of the district is only 30% as its proximity to Hyderabad city.

Majority of population belongs to the general category (83.56%), 12.31% of


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population is Schedule Castes and remaining 4.13% population belongs to

Schedule tribes. The tribe Lambadi is in good numbers in the district.

(Source: Census 2011 – Vikarabad District)

Figure 3.22 District-Social Groups in Rangareddy district

3.12.1.2 Sex Ratio

The sex ratio for the district is 955, but for the state are 990. Though the district is

more urbanized, the sex ratio is abysmally low. Social intervention is required to

normalize the sex ratio. The child sex ratio is decreasing as 933 for 2011 against 959 in

2001.

Source: Statistical year book 2011Figure 3.4 Sex-Ratio District vs State

11.66% 2.72%

994

948953 958

880

900

920

940

960

980

1000

1901

1911

Sex

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2001.


84.18%

2.72%0.15%

0.04%0.07%

0.03%

1.15%

District Social Group

Hindu

Muslims

Christian

Sikh

Buddhist

Jain

Others

Not Stated

994

948956

925

944

990 986

963 956941 944

955953 958 964955 959

983 976 969 972 969 974990

1921

1931

1941

1951

1961

1971

1981

1991

2001

2011

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Telangana


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Hindu

Muslims

Christian

Sikh

Buddhist

Jain

Others

Not Stated

RR District

Telangana


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3.12.1.3 Child Population

In census enumeration, data regarding child under 0-6 age were also collected for

all districts including Vikarabad District. In 2011, Children under 0-6 formed 6.1

percent of Vikarabad District compared to 2001. There was net change of -2.6

percent in this compared to previous census of India.

Table 3.28 Child Population in the District

Description 2011 2001

Total Child Population (0-6 Age) 633,172 500,024

Male Population (0-6 Age) 327,563 255,216

Female Population (0-6 Age) 305,609 244,808

Child Sex Ratio (0-6 Age) 933 959

Source: Census of India 2011

3.12.1.4 Population Density

The density of the population of the district is 707 whereas same of the state is

312. Percentage of Urban population to the total population of the district is

70.22%, but for the state is 38.88%. It is second in Hyderabad district.

3.12.1.5 Decadal Growth

The decadal growth of population of the district is 48.15%, but that of the state is

13.58 % as per 2011 Census. It is highest in the state due to the fast urbanization

of the district and migration of the workers from different part of the state.

Figure 3.5 Population of Vikarabad District


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Table 3.29 Comparison of Demographic profile 2011 and 2001


Actual Population 5,296,741 3,575,064

Male 2,701,008 1,839,227

Female 2,595,733 1,735,837

Population Growth 48.16% 40.09%

Area Sq. Km 7,493 7,493

Density/km2 707 477

Proportion 6.26% 4.69%

Sex Ratio (Per 1000) 961 944


Average Literacy 75.87 66.16

Male Literacy 82.11 75.26

Female Literacy 69.40 56.49




Literates 3,538,028 2,034,381

Male Literates 1,948,784 1,192,100

Female Literates 1,589,244 842,281

Child Proportion (0-6 Age) 11.95% 13.99%

Boys Proportion (0-6 Age) 12.13% 13.88%

Girls Proportion (0-6 Age) 11.77% 14.10%



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Male 2,701,008 1,839,227

Female 2,595,733 1,735,837


Area Sq. Km 7,493 7,493

Density/km2 707 477


Sex Ratio (Per 1000) 961 944








Literates 3,538,028 2,034,381

Male Literates 1,948,784 1,192,100







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Male 2,701,008 1,839,227

Female 2,595,733 1,735,837


Area Sq. Km 7,493 7,493

Density/km2 707 477


Sex Ratio (Per 1000) 961 944








Literates 3,538,028 2,034,381

Male Literates 1,948,784 1,192,100







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Table 3.4 Comparison of Demographic profile between Rural and Urban

Description Rural Urban

Population (%) 29.78 % 70.22 %

Total Population 1,577,569 3,719,172

Male Population 801,013 1,899,995

Female Population 776,556 1,819,177

Sex Ratio 969 957

Child Sex Ratio (0-6) 938 931

Child Population (0-6) 192,848 440,324

Male Child(0-6) 99,495 228,068

Female Child(0-6) 93,353 212,256

Child Percentage (0-6) 12.42 % 12.0 %

Literates 839,187 2,698,841

Male Literates 493,493 1,455,291

Female Literates 345,694 1,243,550

Average Literacy 60.60 % 82.31 %

Male Literacy 70.35 % 87.04 %

Female Literacy 50.60 % 77.39 %


3.12.1.6 Occupation and Income

The district is very unique in its character since it has both urban and rural colors.

The economy of the district depends both on agricultural and non-agricultural

activities.

The per capita income of the RR district is Rs.1,17,752/- in the year of 2013-2014

and Rs.1,80,039/- in the year of 2014-2015 based on current price, which is

higher than the state. The following graph shows the consistent growth of the per

capita income.


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Population (%) 29.78 % 70.22 %




Sex Ratio 969 957



Male Child(0-6) 99,495 228,068

Female Child(0-6) 93,353 212,256


Literates 839,187 2,698,841










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capita income.


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Population (%) 29.78 % 70.22 %




Sex Ratio 969 957



Male Child(0-6) 99,495 228,068

Female Child(0-6) 93,353 212,256


Literates 839,187 2,698,841










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Figure 3-6 Types of workers in the district

Figure 3-7 Percapita income of the district

Only 28% of workers involved in agriculture related activities, major workers are

in the Others category (68.43%) .ie. they are all government servants, municipal

employees, teachers, factory workers, plantation workers, those engaged in trade,

commerce, business, transport, banking, mining, construction, political or social

work, priests, entertainment artists, etc. Except other category workers, women

participation in occupation is more than their counterpart.

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The overwhelming majority of farmers are small farmers, and agricultural

labourers. Small and marginal farmers, whose land holdings are below 2 hectares,

constitute almost 84.02% of all farmers, and more than 90% of them are

dependent on rain for their crops. The competition, erratic output price are

compelled them to abandon their farming and take refuge in other places in search

of employment.

The number of marginal/small farmers has increased over the last 10 years shows

the fragmentation of the landholding.

(Source: Ministry of agriculture and welfare)

Figure 3.8 Operational Land Holding

3.12.1.7 Agriculture

The agriculture is the main occupation of the district. The variation in the fertility

of the soils is the main cause for the difference in cropping pattern of the eastern

and western regions in the district. Black cotton soils dominate the western

region (Chevella, Pargi, Vikarabad, Marpally and Tandur). Food crops account

for (85%) and the non-food crops (15%) to the gross area shown in the district.

Grape cultivation makes the district occupy the distinct place in the state.

Paddy is the main cereal crop being cultivated in the district. The District is

predominately dependent on rainfall with limited irrigation potential. The total

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geographical area of the district is 7.49 Lakhs hectares The net area sown is

33.39%, 80% is rain fed and about 20% is under irrigated conditions. The current

fallows constitute 17.5% of the geographical area.

Further, the potential of medium irrigation projects is not fully exploited. The

major irrigation source is wells (65%) followed by tanks (17%), tubewells (10%)

and others (8%).

Marginal and small farmers constitute 73% of the total land holdings possessing

35% of the total area. While semi-medium to medium farmers constitute 25% of

total holdings occupying 50% of the area. Large holdings constitute only 2% with

only 15 percent area.

Due to spurt in urbanization, development of commercial establishments and

satellite towns in around the Hyderabad, Vikarabad district is influencing farmers

to switch over to other opportunities other than agriculture.

Figure 3.5 Land use pattern 2013-2014

(Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Government of Telangana)

3.12.1.8 Education

Average literacy rate is 66.16% in 2001, 78.05% in 2011. It is second highest

literacy of the state, next to Hyderabad (80.96%). But the literacy rate of united

AP state is 67.66%. Female literacy for the district is 71.82%. The district has

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good number of primary education facilities and they are all accessible. The

dropout rate of the district for primary classes is at par with the dropout rate of the

state. The dropout rate of girls are lower when compare to the boys. The

following table shows the dropout figure of RR district and the state.

There are 567 Junior colleges in the district. The No. of degree colleges are 171

(Commissioner of Collegiate Education), No. of Engineering colleges are 155 (as

per State council of higher education 2013-14) and Poly technical colleges are 46

(Commissioner of technical education 2013-14) available in the district.

Table 3.6 Schools in the District (2013-20104)

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Unaided 1068 523 5 5 127 973

Total 2791 781 19 24 145 1456

(Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Govt. of Telangana)

Table 3.7 Dropout rate of Girls and Boys for the district and the State. (2013-14)

Description(Year 2010-11)

Classes I-XBoys Girls Total

District 26.22 28.5 26.02State (united) 39.05 37.33 38.21

Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics


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3.12.1.9 Health

There are no serious/contagious diseases found in the district. Polio and Leprosy

have been completely eradicated. The district has good health facilities. They

avail good health facilities as Hyderabad is close to the district.

Some of the health indicators of the district are as follows:

The Crude birth rate (year 2013) is 17.9,

Crude death rate is 7,

The infant Mortality rate (IMR-2013) is 33,

Maternal Mortality rate is 78 (2013 per 100000 live births)

Table 3.8 Health facilities in the district

S.No Health facility Nos.

1 No. of P.H.C.s (Rural) 52

2 No. of Sub-Centers 399

3 No of Area hospitals 4

4 No of CHC’s 9

3 No of district hospitals 1(Source: National Health Mission)

3.12.1.10 Animal Husbandry

The district has good livestock resources. The Livestock play a vital role in

sustaining Socio-economic life of people providing additional livelihood means to

a large number of small and marginal farmers. Many women and old people have

involved in rearing and maintaining of cattle and ruminants. Back yard poultry is

commonly prevalent in the rural areas. The buffaloes, sheep and the poultry

population have increased. Meat, milk products, egg, skin are main supplementary

income in the rural economy. Apart from the production of Milk and Meat, the

Cattle in the District are used as drought power in Agriculture and it is an allied

activity to Agriculture.


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Table 3.9 Livestock population in the district

Sl.No Item 1999 2003 2007 2012

1 Cattle 3,16,915 3,04,592 3,03,053 3,20,253

2 Buffaloes 3,16,915 2,72,342 2,67,591 2,71,364

3 Goats 2,42,501 3,18,646 3,86,874 4,29,391

4 Sheep 2,41,471 6,46,920 6,03,512 6,62,217

5 Others 92,143 74656 1,07,659 1,18,992

6 TotalLivestock (allcategories)

10,94,552 16,17,156 16,68,689 16,83,290

7 Poultry 95,27,246 1,18,76,380 1,40,99,276 1,51,14,027

(Source: District Hand Book, Vikarabad District and Livestock Census 2012)

3.12.2 Economy of the District

The District is bounded on the North by Medak District, East by Nalgonda

District, South by Mahaboobnagar District, West by Gulbarga District & North

West of Bidar District of Karnataka State. It covers an area of 7564.88 Sq. Kms.

The district has three Revenue divisions, 12 Agricultural Sub-divisions, with 37

Mandals and 1055 villages.

3.12.3 Industries

The Vikarabad District is playing an important role in the development of

industries in the State because of its proximity to Hyderabad City. The District is

in more advantageous position for setting up of industries as the location is nearer

to the market and also the easy availability of required technical man-power. This

District has a strong industrial base with public sector undertakings like BHEL

(R&D), ECIL, IDPL, HCL, HAL, HMT Bearings and NFC etc.

3.12.3.1 Major Industries in Rangareddy District

Amoda Publication Pvt Ltd

Kl-hitch Secure Print Ltd

Bharathi Brahma Seeds

ICI India Limited


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Sl.No Item 1999 2003 2007 2012

1 Cattle 3,16,915 3,04,592 3,03,053 3,20,253

2 Buffaloes 3,16,915 2,72,342 2,67,591 2,71,364

3 Goats 2,42,501 3,18,646 3,86,874 4,29,391

4 Sheep 2,41,471 6,46,920 6,03,512 6,62,217

5 Others 92,143 74656 1,07,659 1,18,992


10,94,552 16,17,156 16,68,689 16,83,290

7 Poultry 95,27,246 1,18,76,380 1,40,99,276 1,51,14,027








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ICI India Limited


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Sl.No Item 1999 2003 2007 2012

1 Cattle 3,16,915 3,04,592 3,03,053 3,20,253

2 Buffaloes 3,16,915 2,72,342 2,67,591 2,71,364

3 Goats 2,42,501 3,18,646 3,86,874 4,29,391

4 Sheep 2,41,471 6,46,920 6,03,512 6,62,217

5 Others 92,143 74656 1,07,659 1,18,992


10,94,552 16,17,156 16,68,689 16,83,290

7 Poultry 95,27,246 1,18,76,380 1,40,99,276 1,51,14,027








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ICI India Limited


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Shrinath Roto Pack Pvt Ltd

Bhagyanagar India Limited

Ramcharan Oil Industries

Shathi Metadooe Ltd

Surana Telecome

Rana Eng Value

3.12.3.2 Small Scale Industries in the Pudur mandal

Cement Hollow Bricks & other products

Flour Mill

Turmeric & Chillies grinding

Clay Bricks

Cattle & Poultry Feed

3.12.4 Social Survey – Interaction with People

During the process of analyzing the socio-economic environment across the

project area, interactions were done with the common men and key person in and

around the area to know better about the development and societal standards of

the district. Some of them are given below:

3.12.4.1 Manneguda

Interacted with Mrs. Maramma, Housewife & labor;

Outcome:

Primary Schools are available.

Urdu and Telugu medium schools.

For higher classes to go to Vikarabad.

No problem for drinking water.

Girls students pursuing higher education.

Women involved in many income generation jobs.


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Shathi Metadooe Ltd

Surana Telecome

Rana Eng Value



Flour Mill


Clay Bricks







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Shathi Metadooe Ltd

Surana Telecome

Rana Eng Value



Flour Mill


Clay Bricks







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3.12.4.2 Enkepalle

Interacted with Mr.Chotta Khan, labour;

Outcome:

Agriculture is main income.

Transport facility is available.

Employed in local match box industry. It has hundreds of local employees.

The non- agricultural labour salary is 200/- for male and 150/- for female.

3.12.4.3 Kottapalli

Interacted with Mr. Mohamad Faid;

Outcome:

Shivasagar lake situated in the area.

It provides drinking water for Vikarabad town.

The tank will overflow during rainy season.

Fishing activity in the lake by locals and neighboring villages. Fishing is open

to all not tendered by the municipal body.

Scope for aggressive fishing by intervention of authorities, it fetch income to

municipalities and locals.

3.12.4.4 Vikarabad

Interacted with Students in Technical training & Development Centre;

Outcome:

There are about 250 students are studying in the institute.

This co-education institution has Civil and EEE courses.

Being a Govt. Polytechnic, the fees are very meager and it is very beneficial to

the rural deprived communities.

No hostel and in-house facility is available. New building is being constructed

for the same in the nearby area.

Faculty and play services are available


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3.12.4.3 Kottapalli


Outcome:








3.12.4.4 Vikarabad


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Students are very hopeful of getting jobs after completion of the course. Very

few option for higher education.

No college bus for the rural students, they have to depend on local facilities.

3.12.4.5 Rukumpalli

Interacted with Ms. Vijiamma, School teacher;

Outcome:

Primary schools consist of 2 teachers with 80 students. Anganwadi is attached

Toilet facilities are not available.

The road for the village to the main road (Vikarabad to Pargi) is in good

condition.

The water facilities are available through the bore well.

The village peoples depend on agriculture only.

3.12.4.6 Rakamcherla

Interacted with Mr. Raju, Sarpanch, Gram Panchayat;

Outcome:

Village mainly consists of Hindus and Muslims.

The main occupation of the village is agriculture. Cotton, Maize, Vegetables,

Mango are main crops. Bore well is the main source of irrigation. The area is

rain fed. The modern agriculture implements are widely used. There are 5

tractors available for agriculture and transport purposes.

There is a primary school in the village. For high schools, they need to go

Somangurthy (3km) or Pudur (3km). Girls are being sent to schools

compulsorily and their drop-out rate is very low.

The village lies on the Manneguda-Pargi main road. Buses and Share autos

are main transport facilities.

There are no huts visible. The roofs of the houses are made of stone slab

which is called Tandur Stone. Tandur is a town, which 45 km from the area

where the stones are mined.


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Both pipeline and bore pumps are the source of drinking water. The water is

neither treated nor chlorinated.

Firewood (Chula) is the main fuel for their cooking and other commercial

purposes.

Cows and Buffalos rearing for their livelihood. The grazing land is available

for their feed.

The Laxmi Narasihma Temple of this village attracts hundreds of devotees

from the surrounding villages. The five days Jatra is being celebrated with

pomp and shows for the Lord’s gracious blessing. All kind of festivals like

Deepawali, Dasara and Sankaranthi, etc., are celebrated across all

communities.

The MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee

Act) is being implemented with development tasks. The labors for agriculture

is easily available locally, some harvesting season, they brought from the

neighboring villages.

They get health facilities from nearby towns like Pargi (10 km), Pudur (5km),

Vikarabad (12km).

There is no dreaded or communicable disease in the village. Vaccination is

being done regularly. The eye care and dental care camps are being held every

Thursday at Pudur. The people aware of the ambulance service and 104. The

health check up for infants and pregnant women’s are regularly conducted at

Anganwadi centre.

There is no bank facility in the village. The nearby Bank is State Bank of

Hyderabad at Pudur (3km).

The schedule tribe Lambadi is predominant in this area. They have a separate

settlement (Thanda) in the nearby village Tirumalapur.

There are 4 grocery shops and 2 eateries. There is no medical shop in the

village.

There are 36 Self Help Groups operating in the village. The financial

opportunity due to the SHG is being used for petty business, agriculture

purpose etc.


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3.12.4.7 Kangal Village

Interacted with Mr.Anwar, Sarpanch;

Outcome:

The village has population of 7000 people and 700 households.

The main livelihood is dependent on agriculture and allied activities. The

agriculture labors easily available and mechanization of agriculture is

balancing the labour demand. There are about 30 tractors in the village.

Bullock carts are being used in large number for local transportation.

There is a High School in the village.

The main transportation is buses and share autos.

The nearest hospital is at Pargi at 12 km.

The average earning of the people is Rs.3000/-

Maize, Cotton, vegetables are main crops of the area. The agriculture produce

is being sent to Pargi and Vikarabad market. Cotton sold through the local

agent and sent to the wholesaler.


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Figure 3. 10 Amenities available in study area


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Figure 3. 11 Living Culture of People in the study area


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Figure 3.9 Interaction with people on Socio - economic aspects


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3.12.5 Outcome of Socio Economic Survey

Most of workers depend on agriculture and agriculture related

activities. Agriculture is the principal occupation of the overwhelming

majority of villages. Most of the land is concentrated in the hands of

small, marginal farmers. These are the poor and marginal farmers with

land holdings around one acres (2.5 Acres), who often have fragmented

land holdings. The fragmentation is due to inheritance.

They expressed their inabilities in farming due to the less extent of

land. Their major hurdles are borrowing, selection of crops, marketing,

input cost, smaller return on farming, up gradation of technology,

electricity grid, scarcity of water sources etc.

Women participation in income generation is visible. In general,

women are involved in multiple tasks that include household chores

apart from income generating activities whereas men were exclusively

involved in income generating activities. Traditionally, rural women

have worked alongside their husbands in fields, household activities,

collection of firewood, cattle rearing and management, collection of

fodder and other tradable products.

Skill development programme is required as there are more educated

youth and upcoming industries in the area.

Both the landless poor as well as small and marginal farmers take

livelihood to local labour opportunities.

Local people may be engaged in the industries after developing the

required skills, through skill development programmes. Thus, the

migration of locals will be minimized.

People need more agro based industries in this area.

The transportation facilities in the rural areas are not well developed.

The upcoming industries should contribute to the development of this

area in the field of education, health, infrastructure, training

programmes etc., The industries should undertake more Corporate

Social Responsibility (CSR) activities.


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There is a remarkable development in women’s education.

Livestock has an important role in the livelihood of rural households.

The types of livestock include dairy animals (cows and buffaloes),

draught animals (bullocks), other cattle for meat, small ruminants

(sheep and goats) and chicken. The crop-livestock interactions are

complementary in nature.

Common property resources are considered as a form of natural and

social capital. These act as a source of fuel and fodder for the rural poor

in many cases.

Even though agriculture was an important occupation, the majority of

farmers were supplementing their livelihoods through other activities.

They also hired labor. A larger percentage of household members

combined on-farm activities with one or more income generating

activities to sustain the household needs and to overcome the drought

conditions of the previous cropping season.

Horticulture over the years has emerged as an indispensable part of

agriculture, providing financial opportunities for rural farmers.

The cattle farmers prefer rearing buffaloes to cows. This is because

buffaloes adapt better to climate changes, they are more disease

resistant and buffalo milk has more market value due to its higher fat

content.


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Chapter 4

Anticipated Environmental Impacts

& Mitigation Measures


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4 Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation

Measures

4.1 Impact Identification and Evaluation

Once identified, anticipated impacts are analyzed and evaluated based on available

information. The method used for evaluating the overall importance of impacts is based

on four fundamental criteria:

a. Nature (positive or negative, and direct or indirect);

b. Duration (temporary or permanent);

c. Area extent (regional, local, or isolated); and

d. Intensity (low, moderate, or high).

These criteria enable the determination of the overall importance or significance (low,

moderate, or strong negative/positive) of each impact identified. Even if a particular

evaluation is merely based on a value judgment rather than quantitative data that is not

available, the methodology enables the establishment of acceptable levels and defines

necessary mitigation and monitoring measures to minimize or eliminate impacts.

4.1.1 Nature of Impact

The nature of the impact can be described as positive or negative. Positive impacts

enhance the quality or facilitate access to baseline socioeconomic and environmental

elements as described in the above chapter, while negative impacts degrade their

quality or limit access. Impacts are also described as direct or indirect. A direct

impact appears as an immediate result of a project activity, such as the damage to

vegetation caused by the development of project land. An indirect impact arises from

a project activity at the secondary level, such as the enhanced opportunities for

economic development enabled by the project.

4.1.2 Duration of Impact

The duration of an impact can be temporary or permanent. Careful attention has been

made to distinguish between the duration and the source of the impact. For example,

a source of impact of short duration (such as turbidity of river water caused by storm

runoff from the construction site during construction) can exert an impact of

permanent duration on the downstream environment (sedimentation of the riverbed).


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The presence and operation of the infrastructure works generally impose impacts of

permanent duration.

The duration of impact can be classified as below:

Construction Phase: 2 – 3 years

The immediate community for the radius of 5 km will be affected. However theimpact will be mainly as below:

a. Traffic Impacts:

Caused by vehicular movements of men, materials and machineries.

b. Air quality impacts:

Due to construction activities viz. dust and particulates

c. Water Quality impacts:

Due to runoff during rainy time of construction materials.

Sewage generation and its disposal in septic tank.

d. Noise Quality impacts:


4.1.3 Aerial Extent of Impact

The aerial extent of an impact refers to its area of influence and can be regional,

local, or isolated to a particularly small and well defined area. An impact of regional

extent exerts an influence far beyond the surroundings of the project area. The local

area of influence refers to the communities of the North and South west affected by

the project. And lastly, an isolated impact is limited in extent to a small, readily

defined area or experienced by a small number of individuals.

4.1.4 Intensity of Impact

The intensity of an impact concerns the scale or size of the impact on socioeconomic

and environmental elements such as the productivity of natural habitat, a community,

or the utilization of resources. Intensity is evaluated as low, moderate or high.

Impacts are evaluated as a function of how they affect the overall integrity of

elements and their vulnerability to degradation or loss in value.


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4.2 Impacts due to Development of Industrial Park

4.2.1 Construction Phase

The potential impacts from the activities are considered for planning of mitigation

measures to reduce the impacts to negligible extend of significance.

4.2.1.1 Land Acquisition and Site Preparation

The site preparation and construction will not generate any major negative

impacts on the regional environmental conditions. In addition, the impacts on

the regional aspects like population affected, land and allied abiotic & biotic

factors of environment would be negligible. The impacts can be further

minimized through effective selection and designing of environment

management plans, proper resource allocation in order to minimize negative

land use change and to use infrastructural sites of least value in current use. As

mentioned earlier, the site acquired is to be used for industrial zone, therefore

issues of land use / land cover change mitigation is not foreseen. Also,

proponent has proposed to develop sufficient greenbelt area to add value to the

improvement of land cover of the area thus, major mitigation measures are not

required.

4.2.1.2 Predicted Impacts during Construction Phase

The major activities considered in the construction phase are civil works,

mechanical works, machinery works, transportation works and other related

activities. As mentioned earlier, majority of impacts would be washed off as the

project is situated in better geographical plain having capacity of natural

mitigation of air pollutants due to efficient dispersion in natural condition. As

the main impacts of the construction phase are envisaged in terms of air

pollution only, this natural mitigation would be significantly helpful in

elimination of predicted impacts of the phase. However the following principal

major impacts to the environment are considered for further planning of

mitigation measures:

Release of construction materials and dust into the environment from the

construction site/materials can spoil the surrounding air quality.

Improper disposal of construction wastes can damage air, water and land

quality.


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The use of automobiles and machinery during construction can deteriorate

the air quality and generate temporary emission.

The use of automobiles and machinery generates Noise pollution from

construction activities.

The irregular working hours, & traffic, night-working, flood-lighting and

transportation damage the socioeconomic balance of surrounding region.

Short term changes or exploitation of environment is expected during

construction which could affect life style of nearby habitants, health of the

human, birds, other terrestrial animals.

Short term heavy construction might cause increase in noise level

Effects on work place condition & human health due to the accidents during

the construction works.

Impacts to avifauna or other carnivores which may prey upon other

organisms affected by the contamination.

Effects on the socio-economic activity due to direct impacts or indirect

impacts on socio-economic activities.

The above mentioned points express that the heavy construction can contaminate

Air, Land, Water and Socioeconomic balance of surrounding region but they can

substantially be minimised or reduced to significant extent by practising suitable

and probable mitigation methods. A slight negligence in the studying, selecting and

implementing process can prove hazardous to abiotic, biotic, social, and economical

or other related attributes of the environment. Hence, the areas of major focus shall

be concentrated mainly on operational and maintenance activity of construction

phase, deciding proper manner and route of working of the vehicles in order to

avoid accidents and hefty traffic, providing suitable facilities and effective

conditions to avoid occupational hazards and proper medical aid in case of

occurrence of any accident so as to avoid any loss of life.

These are only the negative impacts but some of the major beneficial impacts to be

focused are:-

Employment opportunities: recruitment of local labourers


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Trading opportunities: procurement of construction materials locally

Clean up operations, landscaping and plantations

Hence, the construction activities can have some moderate temporary and

permanent impacts on site. The short-term impact will be mostly effective during

construction phase. The land use and operational amenities might create permanent

changes (open industrial land to built-up industrial land & vegetation) on site which

will be foreseen for long term. The construction phase activities could have some

impacts on on-site noise and air quality, land use and ecology. It might also develop

minor impacts on on-site soils, water quantity & quality. The other impacts of

construction phase will be small in magnitude as well as temporary in nature and are

expected to wear out gradually once the construction activity is completed. Further,

the major and long term impacts can also be reduced and minimized by proper and

substantial implementation of mitigation measures. In brief during the construction

phase following mitigation measures shall be taken in consideration and

implemented to prevent or minimize the respective impacts.

4.2.1.3 Mitigation Measures for Land Environment

The unused construction materials shall be stored in proper area to utilise

further in construction activities and surplus excavated material shall be

disposed of in suitable pre-identified areas.

It is suggested that the construction waste containing sand, brick, gravel,

cement, etc. shall be used for filling or PCC for construction of internal road

or project structures.

Storage & handling of construction materials shall be done properly to avoid

spillage or leakage which may cause release of the material in environment

causing adverse impacts.

Appropriate designed closed & properly lined storage area shall be provided

for storage of construction materials to prevent land/soil contamination.

Designated fuel storage & Refuelling area shall be provided with impervious

lining to prevent land contamination due spill/leak of fuel during storage &

refuelling.

Excavated earth shall be used for filling of low-lying area or construction


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works as well as landscaping.

Proper sanitation facilities shall be provided for construction labourers, to

avoid contamination of land due to dumping of domestic waste as well as

disposal of untreated sewage.

4.2.1.4 Mitigation Measures for Water Environment

Construction material shall be stored at adequate distance from the water

storage in order to prevent any chances of accidental leakage or spillage

which could pollute the water storage.

Wherever required impervious lining shall be provided to storage premises

to avoid accidental mixing or mixing due to fugitive losses.

For runoff water guidance runoff routes shall be provided and managed

properly. So the runoff could be collected and treated before release if

serious contamination is observed.

Spillage or leakage of construction material can lead to groundwater

contamination and hence care shall be taken to minimise the chances of the

Spillage or leakage of construction material.

4.2.1.5 Mitigation Measures for Air Environment

To reduce the dust generation on site wherever & whenever required water

shall be sprinkled on ground or stock pile of excavated soil.

Equipments / machineries shall be used efficiently and shall be kept shut in

order to reduce air emission, noise pollution and consumption of energy

resource.

Emission from the equipments / machineries shall be monitored on regular

basis and possible implementation shall be provided on site.

Transport vehicles shall be monitored & maintain regularly to control the

emission quality and fuel consumption.

Construction materials would be stored in covered stores or enclosed spaces

to prevent chance of airborne construction materials which can lead to air

pollution of local area.


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Regular inspection of construction site shall be carried out to ensure regular

and timely removal of construction debris to the dumping sites or for

recycle/reuse.

Vehicles needs to be used for construction work shall be kept maintained

and highly efficient to keep emissions within the permissible limits.

All necessary equipments/machineries shall be in good condition for proper

operation and minimal exhaust/emission.

Provision of necessary PPEs like face mask & eye-glasses are provided to

the employees /labourers engaged in construction activities.

4.2.1.6 Mitigation Measures for Noise Generation

The machineries/equipment used on site shall be of highly maintained so

they do work with optimum efficiency generating less noise pollution.

Operation of machineries/equipment causing high noise level shall be

stopped during the night time and all such operations shall be planned for

day time only.

Transportation activities shall not be conducted during the night to avoid

high noise level in nearby villages/locality. Only in case of emergency the

transportation activities shall be allowed in night time.

The vehicles engaged in construction activities & transportation of materials

shall be equipped with the horn of low noise level as recommended by

RTO/concern authority to avoid impacts on noise level. Further, adequate

silencers must be attached with all vehicles to reduce the noise.

Construction equipments & machinery shall be turned off when not in use.

Proponent shall ensure that the labours engaged in construction site of high

noise area are provided with necessary PPEs.

4.2.1.7 Mitigation Measures for Biological Environment

Regular monitoring shall be done to avoid and/or locate any hazards to

natural habitats.

Minimize contamination of each parameter such as air, water etc in order to

maintain the biological balance of the site and adjoining region.


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Ecological protection plan like greenbelt development shall be formulated

and implemented in the very inception of the construction activity.

The proponent shall prepare a plan for plantation within & near the site and

in the suitable areas in and around the project site. The proponent shall start

the plantation during the construction stage itself.

4.2.1.8 Mitigation Measures for Social Environment

Construction activities shall be regulated by adequate safety codes and tools.

The employees shall be provided with adequate safety equipment.

Training must be given for the operational method, problem solving and

safety.

Employees/ contractors/ person associated with construction activities shall

be provided with proper training before starting their works.

During the construction phase proper traffic management shall be

maintained to avoid problems due to the construction activities.

Employment for the construction work shall be conducted with priority to

local village peoples.

Any emission generation shall be monitored and possible mitigation

measures shall be provided to avoid disturbance in surrounding region.

4.2.1.9 Miscellaneous Measures

All activities must be conducted as per the guidelines and methodology /

procedure provided by the project authority.

All activities shall be done within the area confined by the project authority.

In addition to the above, TSIIC Environment Management and Planning of

TSIIC Cell shall update the mitigation measure depending on the details of

identified impacts as mentioned in EIA Study as well as defined in

environmental management record during the construction phase and

operational phase.


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4.2.2 Operation Phase Impacts and Mitigation Measures

4.2.2.1 Air Dispersion Modeling of Pollutants

The objective of the study was to determine the locations for maximum ground

level concentrations (GLC) for various air pollutants through air dispersion

modeling technique. The maximum GLC’s would then be utilized to assess the

extent and magnitude of potential air quality impacts resulting from the

emissions of Industrial Park. The AERMOD Modelling system requires stack

emission data such as gas exit temperature, diameter flow rate etc., and

meteorological data as its primary input.

For the 3 phase AERMET processing of the meteorological data, specifications

of the land use in the area are required to determine the terrain roughness for

modelling. The land use was characterized for in and around the site. The

surface characteristics for the site and surroundings were selected and used to

calculate the albedo, Bowen ratio, and surface roughness parameter. The

meteorological data were processed in the AERMET software to generate wind

flow pattern & to generate surface meteorological data and profile meteorological

data in a prescribed format that can be fed to AERMOD for modeling.

4.2.2.2 AERMOD Process

Base line data reveals that ambient air quality in the study area for the Parameters

PM, SO2 and NO2 are well within the permissible Limits as prescribed by the

National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQ) for Industrial Area,

Residential, Rural & Other area. Emission of PM, SOx & NOx from stacks

attached to Boiler, DG’s and Furnace are the only source of air pollution.

AERMOD Software Version 7.5.0 was used for air dispersion modelling and is

applicable to a wide range of buoyant or neutrally buoyant emissions up to a

range of 50km. In addition to more straight forward cases, AERMOD is also

suitable for complex terrain and urban dispersion scenarios.

AERMOD is a steady-state plume model. In the stable boundary layer (SBL), it

assumes the concentration distribution to be Gaussian in both the vertical and

horizontal. In the convective boundary layer (CBL), the horizontal distribution is

also assumed to be Gaussian, but the vertical distribution is described with a bi-

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distributions in the CBL was demonstrated by Willis and Deardorff (1981) and

Briggs (1993). Additionally, in the CBL, AERMOD treats “plume lofting,”

whereby a portion of plume mass, released from a buoyant source, rises to and

remains near the top of the boundary layer before becoming mixed into the CBL.

AERMOD also tracks any plume mass that penetrates into the elevated stable

layer, and then allows it to re-enter the boundary layer when and if appropriate.

For sources in both the CBL and the SBL AERMOD treats the enhancement of

lateral dispersion resulting from plume meander.

Site specific meteorological data for one season (March to May, 2014) were

obtained from on site metrological monitoring station. Data included in the data

set were hourly wind speed, wind direction, temperature, relative humidity, air

pressure, precipitation etc., the emission rates of stacks are predicted and it has

been taken as basis for modeling are shown below:

Table 4.1 Stack emission details for modeling

S.No Industries list FuelType

Maximum

discharge(Nm3/hr)

StackHeight (m)

Temp (0c)

Dia(m)

Gas Exitvelocity(m/sec)

1. Steel RerollingIndustry 2T Boiler

Coal 9717 33 83 0.75 7.5

Steel RerollingIndustry DG of250KVA

Diesel 1847 30 105 0.51 0.95

2. Steel & steelproducts withfurnaces

Coal 3707 42 154 0.65 1.49

Steel & steelproducts DG of250KVA

Diesel 1971 30 102 0.53 0.95

3. Commercial AreaDG of 250KVA

Diesel 1521 19 98 0.45 0.94

4. Common Utilities,facilitiesDG of 100KVA

Diesel 984 24 136 0.64 0.64


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Maximum

discharge(Nm3/hr)

StackHeight (m)

Temp (0c)

Dia(m)



Coal 9717 33 83 0.75 7.5


Diesel 1847 30 105 0.51 0.95


Coal 3707 42 154 0.65 1.49


Diesel 1971 30 102 0.53 0.95


Diesel 1521 19 98 0.45 0.94


Diesel 984 24 136 0.64 0.64


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Maximum

discharge(Nm3/hr)

StackHeight (m)

Temp (0c)

Dia(m)



Coal 9717 33 83 0.75 7.5


Diesel 1847 30 105 0.51 0.95


Coal 3707 42 154 0.65 1.49


Diesel 1971 30 102 0.53 0.95


Diesel 1521 19 98 0.45 0.94


Diesel 984 24 136 0.64 0.64


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Figure 4.1Terrain map of the site

4.2.2.3 Results of Dispersion Modelling

Dispersion modeling was conducted as described in this report to determine the

extent and Magnitude of potential air quality impacts are resulting from proposed

activities. Uniform Cartesian Grid Receptors were used in this model, and the

grid size for model run was 1000mx1000m. The modeling was done for 10 Km

radial distance from the reference point of the site. The GLC contour of SOX,

NOX & PM for both the scenarios have been predicted using AERMOD & the

results are super exported to the Google earth. The results are presented in the

following section.


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Figure 4.2 Ground Level Concentration of SOx

Figure 4.3 Ground Level Concentration of Nox


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Figure 4.4 GLC of PM

Table 4.2 Predicted GLC for Proposed Stack

Parameters Baseline

data

(µg/m3)

Estimated

Maximum

Incremental

Concentration

(µg/m3)

Predicted

Maximum

GLC

(µg/m3)

NAAQ

Standards

Direction Distance

from

center of

the

site(m)

SOX 5.4 16.389 21.789 80 SE 200

NOX 10.3 21.965 32.265 80 SE 150

PM 20.5 27.485 47.985 100 SE 133

Due to the Proposed Industrial park consisting of steel re-rolling units, automobile,

leather cutting industries of small scale there is No Major Impact. As seen from the

above table the concentration levels arising from the proposed Industries are well

within the NAAQ permissible limits.


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Parameters Baseline

data

(µg/m3)

Estimated

Maximum

Incremental

Concentration

(µg/m3)

Predicted

Maximum

GLC

(µg/m3)

NAAQ

Standards

Direction Distance

from

center of

the

site(m)

SOX 5.4 16.389 21.789 80 SE 200

NOX 10.3 21.965 32.265 80 SE 150

PM 20.5 27.485 47.985 100 SE 133






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Parameters Baseline

data

(µg/m3)

Estimated

Maximum

Incremental

Concentration

(µg/m3)

Predicted

Maximum

GLC

(µg/m3)

NAAQ

Standards

Direction Distance

from

center of

the

site(m)

SOX 5.4 16.389 21.789 80 SE 200

NOX 10.3 21.965 32.265 80 SE 150

PM 20.5 27.485 47.985 100 SE 133






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4.2.2.4 Mitigation Measures

Therefore the DG sets to be installed at the industrial park should meet the

necessary emission limits as per Environment (Protection) Amendment

Rules, 2003 made under the, Environment Protection Rules, 1986.

Proper stack and scrubbing system will be proposed for the Industries

using boilers.

The details of emission limits for new diesel engines upto 800 kWA for

DG applications shall be as given in the Table below;

Table 4.3 Emission details of diesel Engines

Capacity

Test Cycle

of diesel

engines

Emission Limits (g/kwhr) for Smoke Limit (light

Absorption

coefficient, m-1)

(at full load)

Test Cycle

NOx HC CO PMTorque

%

Weighting

Factors

Upto 19

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.85 0.3 0.7 100 0.05

75 0.25

> 19 kWA

upto 176

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.5 0.3 0.7 25 0.30

> 176 kWA

upto 800

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.5 0.3 0.7 10 0.10

4.2.3 Impacts on Quality of Life

The population of the Pudur Mandal expects that industrial park development will

lead to improvements in infrastructure and public services (health, education, security,

drinking water and power) in the commune, which would be a significant positive

impact on the quality of life of local residents. If the project is not realized, the local

population will not be benefitted from these improvements. This development will

create employment for local people and leads to improvement in infrastructure.


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using boilers.




Capacity

Test Cycle

of diesel

engines


Absorption

coefficient, m-1)

(at full load)

Test Cycle

NOx HC CO PMTorque

%

Weighting

Factors

Upto 19

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.85 0.3 0.7 100 0.05

75 0.25

> 19 kWA

upto 176

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.5 0.3 0.7 25 0.30

> 176 kWA

upto 800

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.5 0.3 0.7 10 0.10









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using boilers.




Capacity

Test Cycle

of diesel

engines


Absorption

coefficient, m-1)

(at full load)

Test Cycle

NOx HC CO PMTorque

%

Weighting

Factors

Upto 19

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.85 0.3 0.7 100 0.05

75 0.25

> 19 kWA

upto 176

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.5 0.3 0.7 25 0.30

> 176 kWA

upto 800

kWA

9.2 1.3 3.5 0.3 0.7 10 0.10









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4.2.4 Impacts on Land Use

The Proposed Industrial Park will have positive impacts as most of the site is barren

land.

4.2.5 Impacts on Standard of Living and Economic Opportunities

Employment will be created by the Industrial Park in Rakamcherla, of which less than

10% of the population has regular salary based jobs. Without the project, these

opportunities will not be realized. In the case that the Industrial Park project is not

realized, the expected economic development will not occur and the local population

will feel discouraged and disappointed in subsistence.

In this environmental impact assessment, the impact of the Industrial Park

development on the biophysical and social environments was assessed. From the

assessment, it was determined which parts of the two environments will be more

significantly affected as compared to others. Below is a summary of the main findings

of the EIA.

Table 4.4 Summary of Findings

S.No. Impact

DescriptionSummary of findings

1 Biophysical Environment

a Geology No significant change in the geology on site will occur; the

proposed development would be of minimal impact as all

disturbances on site will be limited to the construction areas.

b Topography Changes in the topography will occur; appropriate mitigation

measures will be implemented to minimize the impact.

c Soil, Land Use

and Capability

Due to the poor soil for irrigation the land is classified as Barren

land it is used for Industrial Purpose.

d Vegetation The vegetation identified near the site will be accordingly integrated

into the planning of the development. Appropriate mitigation

measures will be implemented to minimize the impacts of

construction activities. There are no specific trees available at site.

Only shrubs and bushes are seen.


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of the EIA.


S.No. Impact








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and Capability









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S.No. Impact








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e River The implementation of a comprehensive and effective storm water

management plan with particular focus on erosion and silt

management is a necessity in order to protect the water bodies.

There is no river near the vicinity of the site.

f Surface Water

and Ground

water

The source of fresh water is Bore well. The establishment of a storm

water management system will ensure that all surface water runoff

from the site is appropriately directed to the natural wetland on site.

Rainwater harvesting pits will be constructed to improve the

Existing aquifers. In terms of water consumption limited

consumption by installing water saving taps and dual flushing toilet

systems.

g Air Quality and

Noise

The release of dust into the atmosphere during construction

activities will be monitored and proper mitigation measures will be

implemented. During construction activities, noise will be generated

by vehicles, equipment and building activities, but will be

mitigated.

h Visual Aspects The surrounding areas could experience potential visual impacts;

however from the public meetings residents in these areas support

the development. The design of the development will be in line with

the aesthetics of the surrounding environment. Urban Design and

building guidelines will be provided for new commercial and

industrial development.

i Waste The potential wastes from the project are identified as domestic

waste, construction waste, sewage and process waste. The impact of

the wastes would be minimized by implementing the rigorous

mitigation measures and disposed through proper facility.

j Odour Odour from toilets on site for construction staff will be minimized

by ensuring that the toilets are cleaned and maintained on a regular

time basis.


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f Surface Water

and Ground

water







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g Air Quality and

Noise





mitigated.













time basis.


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Noise





mitigated.













time basis.


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S.No. Impact


k Spillage and

incidents

There is the potential for spillages, incidents, fires and explosions

during construction and operation activities. Procedures and specific

mitigation measures will be implemented to minimize the risk.

2 Socio-Economic Environment

a Employment The project has the potential to provide employment for local

people. During the construction phase 200 to 400 persons will be

employed and during the operation phase, the direct employment of

1000 person and indirect employment of 2500 person.

b Population

Changes

There should be minimum changes to the population dynamics of

the area as it is recommended that all labour for the project is

sourced locally.

c Security and

Social

During the construction phase there is the possibility of social ills

such as crime, the spread of HIV/AIDS etc., To prevent the

manifestation of these problems suitable mitigation will be put in

place.

d Traffic Due to construction activities there is the possibility of disruptions

to traffic flow in the area. With the establishment of the

development there will be increased pressure on the existing road

network. To alleviate the pressure, the road network improvements

will be carried out.

e Safety The safety of the public and construction staff could be

compromised unless adequate safety measures are implemented

f Housing It needs to be ensured that the development captures the housing

demand in the area.

g Energy

Consumption

With the consumption of energy it has been recommended that

renewable and / or alternative energy sources (where possible and

practical and Sustainable) be outlines in the conditions of

Establishment and encouraged to be utilized.


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S.No. Impact


k Spillage and

incidents









b Population

Changes



sourced locally.

c Security and

Social




place.









demand in the area.

g Energy

Consumption






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k Spillage and

incidents









b Population

Changes



sourced locally.

c Security and

Social




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g Energy

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h Planning and

Sustainable

Development

With the mixed use nature of the development, together with the

proposed intensities, densities and linkages to the surrounding

adjacent communities, enabling the creation of a sustainable

development.

4.3 Impact Assessment

A number of techniques are available for the assessment of impacts. Each of these

techniques has their own advantages and disadvantages. The selection of any of these

techniques for any particular project depends largely upon the choice of judgment of the

analysis. The technique chosen should be comprehensive, easy to understand,

systematic and flexible.

Table 4.5 Summary Matrix of Predicted Impacts and Mitigation Measures

Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential Sourceof Impact

Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

1 Groundwater

Quality

Ground

water

Contaminati

on

Construction phase:

Waste water

generated from

temporary

structures being

developed for

labour.

Accumulation of

water during

excavations.

Minor negative

impact inside

Industrial Parks

premises.

No negative

impact outside

Industrial Parks

site. Short term.

Proper measures will

be implemented.

Wherever possible

care will be taken to

prevent water from

entering excavations.

Operation Phase:


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h Planning and

Sustainable

Development




development.








Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

1 Groundwater

Quality

Ground

water

Contaminati

on

Construction phase:

Waste water

generated from

temporary

structures being

developed for

labour.

Accumulation of

water during

excavations.

Minor negative

impact inside

Industrial Parks

premises.

No negative

impact outside

Industrial Parks

site. Short term.


be implemented.

Wherever possible


prevent water from


Operation Phase:


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S.No. Impact


h Planning and

Sustainable

Development




development.








Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

1 Groundwater

Quality

Ground

water

Contaminati

on

Construction phase:

Waste water

generated from

temporary

structures being

developed for

labour.

Accumulation of

water during

excavations.

Minor negative

impact inside

Industrial Parks

premises.

No negative

impact outside

Industrial Parks

site. Short term.


be implemented.

Wherever possible


prevent water from


Operation Phase:


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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

Sewage treatment

sludge

disposal on land.

No negative

impact on

ground water

quality

Envisaged. Not

significant.

Individual industries

in Industrial Park will

establish STP/ ETP as

per the requirement in

their respective unit

premises to treat the

sewage / effluent

during operation

phase. Sludge will be

disposed through

nearest authorized

TSDF.

2. Surface Water

Quality

Surface

water

contaminati

on

Construction Phase:

Surface runoff

from site during

construction

activity.

No off site

impact

envisaged as no

surface water

present within

the site impact

zone.

Proper precautions

will be taken care to

prevent the

contamination.

Operation Phase:

Discharge of

domestic

wastewater to

surface water

body.

No off site

impact

envisaged.







sewage / effluent.

3. Air Quality Dust

Emissions

Construction phase:

Dust and air Minor negative Provision of spraying


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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

Sewage treatment

sludge

disposal on land.

No negative

impact on

ground water

quality

Envisaged. Not

significant.







sewage / effluent

during operation


disposed through

nearest authorized

TSDF.

2. Surface Water

Quality

Surface

water

contaminati

on

Construction Phase:

Surface runoff

from site during

construction

activity.

No off site

impact

envisaged as no

surface water

present within

the site impact

zone.

Proper precautions


prevent the

contamination.

Operation Phase:

Discharge of

domestic

wastewater to

surface water

body.

No off site

impact

envisaged.







sewage / effluent.

3. Air Quality Dust

Emissions

Construction phase:



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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

Sewage treatment

sludge

disposal on land.

No negative

impact on

ground water

quality

Envisaged. Not

significant.







sewage / effluent

during operation


disposed through

nearest authorized

TSDF.

2. Surface Water

Quality

Surface

water

contaminati

on

Construction Phase:

Surface runoff

from site during

construction

activity.

No off site

impact

envisaged as no

surface water

present within

the site impact

zone.

Proper precautions


prevent the

contamination.

Operation Phase:

Discharge of

domestic

wastewater to

surface water

body.

No off site

impact

envisaged.







sewage / effluent.

3. Air Quality Dust

Emissions

Construction phase:



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Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

emission

particularly due to

the excavation

activities,

movement of

vehicles resulting

in air pollution.

impact Inside

industrial

premises.

No negative

impact outside

industrial

premises site.

Short term.

water to reduce dust

emission on roads.

Excavated topsoil to

be preserved and

reused for

Landscaping.

The amount of

exposed ground and

stockpiles will be

minimized so that

resuspension due to

wind and subsequent

dust fall is prevented.

4 Emissions

of SPM,

SO2, NOx

and CO

Construction

Phase:

Dust and other

exhaust

atmospheric

emissions

generated by

vehicle

movement,

concrete mixing

machinery,

concrete

conveyers, bucket

conveyers, air

blowers,

pneumatic

vibrators,

Minor Negative

impact inside

the premises.

No impact

outside the

premises. Short

term

The construction

workers will be

provided with

appropriate protective

equipments wherever

high particulate

Emission is expected.

It is also

recommended that the

workers will not be

allowed to work over a

long time exposure.


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Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

emission

particularly due to

the excavation

activities,

movement of

vehicles resulting

in air pollution.

impact Inside

industrial

premises.

No negative

impact outside

industrial

premises site.

Short term.


emission on roads.


be preserved and

reused for

Landscaping.

The amount of

exposed ground and

stockpiles will be

minimized so that

resuspension due to

wind and subsequent


4 Emissions

of SPM,

SO2, NOx

and CO

Construction

Phase:

Dust and other

exhaust

atmospheric

emissions

generated by

vehicle

movement,

concrete mixing

machinery,

concrete

conveyers, bucket

conveyers, air

blowers,

pneumatic

vibrators,

Minor Negative

impact inside

the premises.

No impact

outside the

premises. Short

term

The construction

workers will be

provided with


equipments wherever

high particulate


It is also


workers will not be


long time exposure.


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Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

emission

particularly due to

the excavation

activities,

movement of

vehicles resulting

in air pollution.

impact Inside

industrial

premises.

No negative

impact outside

industrial

premises site.

Short term.


emission on roads.


be preserved and

reused for

Landscaping.

The amount of

exposed ground and

stockpiles will be

minimized so that

resuspension due to

wind and subsequent


4 Emissions

of SPM,

SO2, NOx

and CO

Construction

Phase:

Dust and other

exhaust

atmospheric

emissions

generated by

vehicle

movement,

concrete mixing

machinery,

concrete

conveyers, bucket

conveyers, air

blowers,

pneumatic

vibrators,

Minor Negative

impact inside

the premises.

No impact

outside the

premises. Short

term

The construction

workers will be

provided with


equipments wherever

high particulate


It is also


workers will not be


long time exposure.


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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

mechanical

vibrators and

water tankers

5 Operation Phase:

Vehicular

movement within

the Industrial

Parks.

Dust from

material handling

Emissions of SOX,

NOX, PM from

stacks.

No significant

negative impact.

Minor Negative

impact inside

the premises.

Negative impact

inside the

premises.

Vehicles will be well

maintained and will

have Pollution Under

Check (PUC)

Certificate.

Exhaust from vehicles

will be minimized

with use of fuel-

efficient vehicles.

Precautionary

measures will be

implemented by the

industries.

Water sprays will be

used

Dust extraction and

collection systems will

be established.

Individual Industries

will have proper APC

Measures to control

the Emission rates.

A 10.00 M wide buffer

zone with green belt

will be developed all


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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

mechanical

vibrators and

water tankers

5 Operation Phase:

Vehicular

movement within

the Industrial

Parks.

Dust from

material handling

Emissions of SOX,

NOX, PM from

stacks.

No significant

negative impact.

Minor Negative

impact inside

the premises.

Negative impact

inside the

premises.


maintained and will


Check (PUC)

Certificate.


will be minimized

with use of fuel-

efficient vehicles.

Precautionary

measures will be

implemented by the

industries.


used

Dust extraction and


be established.



Measures to control

the Emission rates.





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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

mechanical

vibrators and

water tankers

5 Operation Phase:

Vehicular

movement within

the Industrial

Parks.

Dust from

material handling

Emissions of SOX,

NOX, PM from

stacks.

No significant

negative impact.

Minor Negative

impact inside

the premises.

Negative impact

inside the

premises.


maintained and will


Check (PUC)

Certificate.


will be minimized

with use of fuel-

efficient vehicles.

Precautionary

measures will be

implemented by the

industries.


used

Dust extraction and


be established.



Measures to control

the Emission rates.





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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

along the boundary of

Industrial park in

addition to the green

areas within the park.

6. Noise

Environment

Noise

Emissions

Construction Phase:

Construction

noise mainly due

to excavation,

vehicles

transportation,

operations of

cranes, JCBs,

Etc.,

Minor negative

impact near

noise generation

sources inside

premises.

No impact from

increased noise

levels is

expected from

the project

activities. Also,

there are no

sensitive

receptors

located within

or near the

vicinity of site.

Use of Personal

Protective Equipment

(PPE) like ear muffs

and ear plug during

Construction

activities.

The vehicles used will

be with the standard

limiting noise output.

Wherever this cannot

be achieved, the area

will be earmarked as

high noise level area

requiring use of ear

protection gadget.

7 Operation Phase:

Noise from

vehicles

movement.

Noise during

operations

Not significant

as nearest

receptor would

be at a distance

of 100 m from

the highway.

Use of Personal



and ear plug during

activities

8. Land Soil Construction Phase:


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Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures


Industrial park in



6. Noise

Environment

Noise

Emissions

Construction Phase:

Construction

noise mainly due

to excavation,

vehicles

transportation,

operations of

cranes, JCBs,

Etc.,

Minor negative

impact near

noise generation

sources inside

premises.

No impact from

increased noise

levels is

expected from

the project

activities. Also,

there are no

sensitive

receptors

located within

or near the

vicinity of site.

Use of Personal



and ear plug during

Construction

activities.









protection gadget.

7 Operation Phase:

Noise from

vehicles

movement.

Noise during

operations

Not significant

as nearest

receptor would

be at a distance

of 100 m from

the highway.

Use of Personal



and ear plug during

activities



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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures


Industrial park in



6. Noise

Environment

Noise

Emissions

Construction Phase:

Construction

noise mainly due

to excavation,

vehicles

transportation,

operations of

cranes, JCBs,

Etc.,

Minor negative

impact near

noise generation

sources inside

premises.

No impact from

increased noise

levels is

expected from

the project

activities. Also,

there are no

sensitive

receptors

located within

or near the

vicinity of site.

Use of Personal



and ear plug during

Construction

activities.









protection gadget.

7 Operation Phase:

Noise from

vehicles

movement.

Noise during

operations

Not significant

as nearest

receptor would

be at a distance

of 100 m from

the highway.

Use of Personal



and ear plug during

activities



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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures

environment contaminati

on

Disposal of

construction

Debris

Contamination of

soil due to

leakage of oil

from vehicles

Minor negative

impact inside

Industrial

premises. No

negative impact

outside

Industrial site.

Short term.

The contamination of

soil will be avoided by

suitable management

of oil and fuel.

9 Operation Phase:

Dumping of

municipal solid

waste on land.

Since solid

waste /

hazardous waste

management

practices will be

adopted at

Industrial Park

level. Hence

waste dumping

would not be

allowed.

Thereby it’s Not

Significant.

The solid / hazardous

wastes are sent to

CPCB’s licensed

waste vendors.


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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures


on

Disposal of

construction

Debris

Contamination of

soil due to

leakage of oil

from vehicles

Minor negative

impact inside

Industrial

premises. No

negative impact

outside

Industrial site.

Short term.



suitable management

of oil and fuel.

9 Operation Phase:

Dumping of

municipal solid

waste on land.

Since solid

waste /

hazardous waste

management

practices will be

adopted at

Industrial Park

level. Hence

waste dumping

would not be

allowed.

Thereby it’s Not

Significant.


wastes are sent to

CPCB’s licensed

waste vendors.


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Sr.No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts


Impact

Evaluation

Mitigation Measures


on

Disposal of

construction

Debris

Contamination of

soil due to

leakage of oil

from vehicles

Minor negative

impact inside

Industrial

premises. No

negative impact

outside

Industrial site.

Short term.



suitable management

of oil and fuel.

9 Operation Phase:

Dumping of

municipal solid

waste on land.

Since solid

waste /

hazardous waste

management

practices will be

adopted at

Industrial Park

level. Hence

waste dumping

would not be

allowed.

Thereby it’s Not

Significant.


wastes are sent to

CPCB’s licensed

waste vendors.

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Analysis of Alternatives


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5 Analysis of Alternatives

5.1 Introduction

This chapter presents a comparative analysis of various alternatives considered to avoid

or minimize impacts that would be inevitable in technically advanced processes. Several

alternatives are analyzed for avoiding localized environmental impacts & arriving at the

proposed processes. Screening procedure for the alternatives considered is presented in

the following sections. The consideration of alternatives to a proposal is a requirement of

the EIA report. Range of alternatives selected for analysis is - Site alternatives.

Finalization of various options such as construction materials, keeping in view of the

obligatory points and environmental safety aspects and well connectivity to Sea port,

airport, road and rail are considered etc., The Project alternatives without mitigation

measures and with mitigation measures are analyzed before choosing the proposed

alternatives. The objective of this chapter is to highlight some of the salient issues

considered for exercising the alternative options.

5.2 Site Selection

No Alternative site examined. The area has been already finalized by TSIIC and the

Industrial Park is located. The site selected has the SH and Air port connectivity which

will be an added advantage for the business & socio-economic development and

improvement for the district. Good and broad road and railway network connects

Rangareddy district to various parts of the country. Hence TSIIC has proposed the plan

for the Industrial park in this district.

5.3 Alternative I - prepare the site on an as-needed basis

Under this alternative, the Government of Telangana would retain this land until such

time as industries desiring to locate on the site have been identified by a TSIIC. While

allowing more direct control over the specific site tenants, this alternative could result in

piecemeal site preparation inconsistent with a coherent strategy. The environmental

effects of this alternative would be similar to those associated with the preferred

alternative. However, overall quality might suffer because the site would be developed on


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a piecemeal basis. This alternative would require greater resources for monitoring and

administrative costs of transferring individual tracts of land instead of handling one large

transfer. This alternative also would restrict the opportunity for self-direction by the local

community.

5.4 Alternative II - Proposed Development

This alternative provides the most economic benefits to the area while requiring fewer

resources. Appropriate mitigation measures would minimize environmental impacts. This

alternative would provide the best overall balance between site preparation and

environmental protection. By restricting development by way of protective covenants,

environmental quality would be maintained. CPCB/ SPCB Standards implemented by

TSIIC would assure a properly planned, quality Industrial Park. This alternative would

yield the best economic benefits and a better potential for community-based and directed

development. This alternative provides the community with more autonomy, with

restrictions limited to guidelines and commitments developed through the review process.

This alternative requires less staff and budgetary resources for implementation and

ensures a more even partnership. Under the proposed Development Alternative, the

project would maximize the utility of the site and thus creating employment. It would

provide jobs for the workers during construction and during operations.

5.5 Future Review and Approval

Potential environmental impact of units will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis when

they set up industrial units and apply for environmental clearance.

Individual units will be required to comply with the following two step process.

The investor must provide facility-specific information, for example, basic

operations, raw materials and their sources, type(s) of product(s), production

volume, and other data, as applicable.

The investor must provide detailed information on the production process, including

projected energy consumption, projected water consumption; potential waste

products generated by the facility, and proposed waste management processes. This

approach is consistent with procedures followed for Industrial Parks by TSIIC.


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In general terms, the following uses will be considered for the proposed site.

Heavy, Light and medium manufacturing, assembling and warehousing for

distribution purposes.

Transportation and service facilities.

Retail sale of food, beverage, and other such convenience items to persons

employed on the property, as long as these items are not offered for sale to the

general public.

Temporary structures incidental to any construction activity.

Utility facilities necessary for the provision of public services and pollution control

facilities associated with site use.

Other industrial uses not listed above, subject to prior review and approval.

Any other purpose other than such as may be expressly approved by TSIIC.

Noise levels in areas of the industrial park used for office buildings shall not exceed

75 dB(A), and in areas to be used for wholesale, industrial, manufacturing and

utilities shall not exceed 80 dB (A).

All land disturbances shall be controlled using best management practices to control

erosion and sedimentation.

All construction in the proposed Industrial Park will comply with the DTCP

building conditions.

5.6 Comparison of Alternatives

5.6.1 Alternative Location

The prospect of alternative locations was considered in the initial phase. The site

under consideration is located in an area that the government has designated for

industrial development. The site has direct access to the main highway leading to

Hyderabad and Vikarabad.

A Market Demand Study was carried out and the following markets were found to be

of good scope in the District of Vikarabad and the given site is being proposed to

develop the potentials in this field. No offsite or other site alternatives have been

investigated due to the fact that this existing large parcel of land is strategically

located adjacent to the SH 4 and which can integrate naturally and positively into this


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existing industrial fabric as well as open up opportunities along the northern corridor.

The site is ideally suited to industrial development. The development, as noted above,

has a wide variety of objectives to meet and such objectives would not be possible to

achieve if the development was attempted elsewhere. Alternative sites could require

more infrastructure work, with potentially significant environmental impacts. This

development has been created to help create job opportunities in the rural Areas. The

Development Concept Plan structure is considered sound and critically delivers upon

the strategic objectives that have been identified by TSIIC. Furthermore, it is noted

that TSIIC have spent considerable amount of time and effort in the planning and

contextualization of the development and there is broad acceptance that the

development framework plan is appropriate and will add value to the region and

enable the development to fulfill its objectives and mandate. Therefore, alternative

sites were dropped from further consideration.

5.6.2 Comparison of Alternatives and the Preferred Alternative

The No Action Alternative leaves the site unchanged, ensuring continuation of

existing environmental conditions at the site, while precluding any immediate

opportunity for economic development.

Alternative 2, lease of land to industrial users on an as-needed basis, would allow

greater control over specific industries that could locate at the site. However, this

alternative would result in case-by-case decisions that may ultimately be inconsistent

with an overall industrial development plan. The environmental effects of Alternative

1 would be similar to Alternative 2, but overall site quality might be impaired because

development would proceed without the benefits of an overall site plan. Alternative 2,

the Preferred Alternative, would allow planned, coordinated preparation of the site.

Analyses in this EIA are based on the assumption that all land would be disturbed

under either Alternative 1 or 2. The site has been carefully screened to identify

sensitive resources. Land areas containing sensitive resources will be excluded from

development activities.

5.7 Conclusion

The site considered for the project is most suitable for the project with no objections.


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5.7 Conclusion


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Chapter 6

Environmental Monitoring

Programme


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Programme


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6 Environmental Monitoring Programme

6.1 Introduction

The Environmental Monitoring Program is laid out based on the following definition of

environmental monitoring.

“Environmental effects monitoring is the repetitive and systematic measurement of the

characteristics of environmental components to test specific hypotheses of the effects of

human activity on the environment. Environmental monitoring is undertaken primarily to

determine the environmental effects of human activities, and secondarily to increase

understanding of cause-effect relationships between human activity and environmental

change.”

Being an industrial park, it is necessary to have a comprehensive monitoring program that

covers all the industries in the proposed park so as to mitigate the environmental effects

from these industries and thereby controlling the harmful effects to the environment.

6.2 Environmental Effects Monitoring in EIA

Environmental effects monitoring programs provide the necessary information to:

Verify the accuracy of EIA predictions; and

Determine the effectiveness of measures to mitigate adverse effects of projects

on the environment.

Feedback from environmental monitoring programs may be used to:

Determine whether more or less stringent mitigation measures are needed; and

To improve the predictive capabilities of EIA’s.

Environmental monitoring program is a vital process of any management plan of the

development project. This helps in signaling the potential problems resulting from the

proposed project and will allow for prompt implementation of effective corrective

measures. As the industrial park will possess different types of industries, the industrial

park must give a special care in monitoring the emissions as a whole and each industry


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change.”








on the environment.










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change.”








on the environment.










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must strictly adhere to the emission standards and analyze accordingly. The

environmental monitoring will be required for the construction and operational phases.

The main objectives of environmental monitoring area:

To assess the changes in environmental conditions,

To monitor the effective implementation of mitigation measures,

Warn significant deteriorations in environmental quality for further prevention

action.

In order to meet the above objectives the following parameters need to be monitored:

Afforestation,

Water Quality and Public Health,

Air and Noise quality,

Soil Conservation,

Solid and Liquid Waste Disposal.

6.3 Environmental Monitoring Program – Construction and Operation

Phase:

The summarized form of post monitoring details is presented for both construction and

operation phase of the project by third party accredited Laboratory in the following

Table. This will be as per the Pollution Control Board Standards and the reports will be

submitted to Telangana State Pollution Control Board (TSPCB) as required in regular

intervals.

Table 6.1 Environmental Monitoring Program for Construction and Operation Phase

S. No Area of MonitoringFrequency of

Sampling

Parameters to be

Analyzed

Construction Phase

1 Ambient air quality at 3 locations

(1 at site, 1 at upwind direction and

1 at downwind direction)

Once in a month All 12 parameters as

given in NAAQS

2 Noise monitoring at 3 Locations Once in a month Noise levels in dB(A)


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action.


Afforestation,



Soil Conservation,



Phase:





intervals.



Sampling

Parameters to be

Analyzed

Construction Phase





given in NAAQS



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action.


Afforestation,



Soil Conservation,



Phase:





intervals.



Sampling

Parameters to be

Analyzed

Construction Phase





given in NAAQS



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Sampling

Parameters to be

Analyzed

3 Ground water quality at 4 locations

within and near the project site

Once a season Physicochemical

properties, heavy metals

4 Soil monitoring at 4 locations



properties, Nutrients,

heavy metals

Operation Phase





given in NAAQS










heavy metals

5 Effluent analysis (ETP inlet and

outlet)

Once a month pH, Temp, Conductivity,

TSS, TDS, BOD, O&G,

Phenolics, Ammoniacal

Nitrogen, O & G

6 Sewage analysis (STP inlet and

outlet)

Once a month pH, TSS, TDS, O&G,

BOD, COD

7 Sewage Sludge Once a month Heavy metals, nutrients,

Physicochemical

properties


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Sampling

Parameters to be

Analyzed









heavy metals

Operation Phase





given in NAAQS










heavy metals


outlet)


TSS, TDS, BOD, O&G,


Nitrogen, O & G


outlet)


BOD, COD


Physicochemical

properties


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Sampling

Parameters to be

Analyzed









heavy metals

Operation Phase





given in NAAQS










heavy metals


outlet)


TSS, TDS, BOD, O&G,


Nitrogen, O & G


outlet)


BOD, COD


Physicochemical

properties


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6.4 Budget for Environmental Monitoring

The budget for Environmental Monitoring through external agency is given in Table 6-2.

Table 6.2 Budgetary Allocation for Environmental Monitoring

S. No Particulars Frequency of monitoring Budget per Year

(Rs.)

1. Air pollution monitoring

Ambient air quality within the

premises

Once in a month 60,000/-

At 1 location in Prevalent Down

Wind Direction


At 1 location in Up Wind

Direction


2. Noise monitoring

At 3 locations within the

premises


3 Ground water quality monitoring

At 4 locations Once a Season 1,20,000/-

4 Soil Quality monitoring


Total Budget for Environmental Monitoring through external Agency 4,21,500/-

During operation phase the approximate cost per year for monitoring would be Rs.

4,21,500/-

6.5 Monitoring Methodologies

Monitoring of environmental samples shall be done as per the guidelines provide by

MoEF&CC/ CPCB/ SPCB. The methods conducted or applied shall be approved or

sanctioned by the any recognized body or authority i.e. MoEF&CC/ CPCB/ SPCB. The

list of the used methods and approved /sanctioned methodologies are already provided in

Chapter 3- Description of Environment.


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6.6 Reporting & Documentation

All the necessary reports and documents shall be prepared complying with the statutory

rules & regulations. Proper and due care shall be taken to adhere to the laid down rules

and regulation by the government. Regular and periodic record shall be kept in order to

ensure easier, comparable and brisk review and projection of past, present and future

performances. Also, the management shall ensure to prepare separate records for water,

wastewater, solid waste, air, emission, soil & manure regularly and periodically in order

to provide better and smooth vigilance.

The management shall look into the fact that as soon as the preparation of reports gets

over it shall be forwarded to the concerned authority with due care for the purpose of

reviewing. Adhering to the rules and regulations the management shall ensure that the

outcome of the reports and the conclusions been drawn shall be prepared as per the laid

down regulations and procedures. No breach of any convention shall be availed.

These reports/documents shall be regularly and periodically reviewed and any

changes/discrepancies found in mitigation measures/ operation/ management/ technology

shall be brought into notice instantaneously and all possible corrective actions shall be

taken to match the discrepancies been witnessed.


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7 Environmental Management Plan

7.1 Introduction

An Environmental Management system is a tool to regulate, monitor and audit positive

and/or negative environmental impacts by considering day-to-day operations of an

organization. The EMS (Environmental Management System) coexists in an organization

similar to any other management systems such as financial or production management

systems. An environmental management system is a process which is used by an

organization to manage, review, correct, and improve the organization’s approach to

business. An Environment Management System (EMS) manages the impacts of an

organization’s activities on the environment. An EMS defines the environmental

management of any organization in order to monitors and check performance of the

company by incorporating all the sensitivity of individual environmental parameters such

as land, water, air, soil, noise, etc. An EMS is required to locate environmental issues of

an organization in order to integrate and implement better management and its

performance with and along the routine operations of a company. An EMS delivers

environmental quality management of any organization for long and short term planning.

In addition An EMS ensures regular check up to provide quality management system and

take positive steps in case of any diversion with a view to ensure better and enhanced

performance. Overall an EMS provides a well-organized and detailed way to incorporate

environmental considerations into day-to-day operations and it also promotes continual

improvement of the environment and human health.

The Environmental Management Plan is an integrated component of an EMS, which will

identify and address the impacts, where these are adverse in nature, and thereafter design

mitigation measures to manage such impacts in a manner as to conserve environment and

ecology of the area. The Environmental Management Plan gauges the current

environmental scenario of the area and then based on the activities of industries proposed,

to carry out Environmental Impact Assessment. The EMP is most important way to

deliver the objectives established in EMS in order to effective Environmental

management in any organization. Therefore the EMP has been prepared with a view to

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altogether. Environmental clearance is a statutory requirement for any project of which

EIA has to be prepared and submitted to respective agencies of State and Central level in

line with Environmental Impact Assessment Notification, 2006.

An EMS can assist a company in the following ways:

EMS constantly manages an organization away from constraints imposed by

future regulations, material shortages, community complaints, and other issues

and minimizes environmental liabilities.

EMS reduces operating cost in nearly every case as an EMS reduces operating

inefficiencies, waste reduction and generates energy conservation, other savings.

It has been observed that the typical EMS payback period for any organization is

typically 9 months to 2 years.

EMS improvises the operational process therefore it maximizes the efficient use

of resources.

EMS provides regular feedback on environmental opportunities for continual

improvement.

EMS reduces waste by achieving regular implementation of operational process.

Well structured EMS demonstrates competitiveness within private industry sector.

Well structured EMS helps to achieve good corporate image for any organization.

Symbiotic relationship between experienced consultants and peers support thus

enhancing superior-subordinate relationship.

EMS improves the awareness of environmental concern among employees which

inspire and guide the occupants to achieve better positive environmental

performance.

EMS detailed and planned out requires all the policies which are going to be

implemented to achieve better positive environmental performance.

EMS provides better understanding of the environmental impacts of business

activities.

EMS provides a structured framework for identifying and meeting regulatory

requirements these results in fewer fines and other regulatory complications over

time which would avoid legal risk and potential liabilities.


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Improved bond ratings as a formal EMS can demonstrate to the lenders a reduced

risk that results in lower interest rates.

EMS increases profit, improving environmental performance, through more

efficient operations

The EMS system was established in order to achieve environmental quality control

within the private industries sector. It has been proved as a powerful tool hence it is

considered that it can also help public agencies. EMS does not impose new technical

requirements, nor do they act as a substitute for existing regulatory requirements. EMS

provide an exclusive way for an organization to manage its maximum possible

environmental efficiently and to minimize obligations. As a result EMS can improve any

organization overall environmental performance including areas not subject to legal

requirements. It can also help organizations to improve cost efficiency and health and

safety management.

Although the implementation of an EMS is essentially a voluntary initiative, it can also

become an effective tool for governments to protect the environment as it can assist

regulation and outlines the individual’s objectives of environmental protection. For

example, regulatory systems can encourage organizations to use EMS to meet standards,

by providing incentives for strong environmental performance. Likewise, organizations

can use EMS to ensure that their performance is within regulatory requirements, and to

keep ahead of more stringent regulations which might be introduced in the future.

7.2 Environmental Management Plan

An Environmental Management Plan (EMP) can be defined as “an environmental

management tool used to ensure that undue or reasonably avoidable adverse impacts of

the construction, operation and commissioning of a project are prevented; and that the

positive benefits of the projects are enhanced”. EMPs are therefore important tools for

ensuring that the management actions arising from Environmental Impact Assessment

(EIA) processes are clearly defined and implemented through all phases of the project

life-cycle. This plan also helps an organization map its progress toward achieving

continual improvements.


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Each organization has to achieve environmental protection objective and each

organization comprises of individual operations and affairs hence each organization

requires its own unique Environmental Management Plans. The component and content

of individual EMP varies to suite type of organization, the complexity of its processes

and the maturity of the organization in understanding its environmental responsibilities.

The level of detail and length of an EMP will vary depending on the type as well.

An EMP consists of:

Environment Protection Plan to reduce impacts and risks. Issues related to

existing legislation, codes of good engineering practice, proponent commitment,

and similar other tasks are also discussed here.

Summary of Impacts and Risks. These are the actual expected impacts and risks

of the projects, which will need to be managed, monitored, and reported.

Impact Management and Environmental Enhancement to balance adverse impacts

by providing alternate benefits to adversely impacted persons or biophysical

systems.

Environmental Effects Monitoring (monitoring plans).

Impact Reporting.

Environmental Management Planning gives the tools to assess and manage

environmental issues during every phase of the project or operations. In order to do such

the identification of environmental issues is very significant. The EMP provides guide for

the detailed design of specific measures as part of programme and project feasibility

studies. The outcome will minimize the risk of expensive and prolonged environmental

issues. Further it maximizes productivity, resultant performance and goodwill. It provides

a framework through which environmental priorities, responsibilities and risks are

systematically managed. EMPs, which are often a key component of a project's

regulatory filings, provide the basis for assurance that environmental factors will be

carefully managed throughout the project lifecycle.

7.3 Objectives of EMP

To establish the present environmental scenario.

To prepare a detailed action plan for implementation of mitigation measures.


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To suggest preventive and mitigation measures to minimize adverse impact and to

maximize beneficial impacts.

To prepare an afforestation or Greenbelt Development scheme.

To suggest a rain water harvesting scheme and energy conservation actions

To suggest a monitoring programmed to evaluate the effectiveness of mitigation

measures.

To suggest the formation of a core group (Environment Management Cell)

responsible for implementation of environmental control & protective measures

as well as monitoring of such implementation.

To prepare a capital cost estimate and annual recurring cost for Environmental

Management Plan.

7.4 EMP Structure and Organization

This EMP is designed as an overriding document in a hierarchy of control plans, and sets

out the overarching framework of environmental management principles that will be

applied to the project during preconstruction, construction and operation phase of the

project.

The EMP contains guiding environmental principles and procedures for communication,

reporting, training, monitoring and plan review to which all staff, contractors and

subcontractors are required to comply with throughout the preconstruction, construction

and operation phases of the proposed Industrial Park.

The EMP should also be considered as an overall framework document that establishes

the terms of reference for all project environmental and social sub-plans including the

following:

Environmental Supervision Plan (construction);

Environmental Monitoring Plan (construction and operation); and

Social and Health Management Plan (construction and operation).


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7.4.1 Roles and Responsibilities for EMP

This section describes the organizational structure and responsibilities for

implementation of the EMP as shown below in Table 7-1.

Table 7.1 Responsibility for EMP implementation

S.No Organization Responsibility

1 TSIIC Overall responsibility for environmental performance.

Decision-maker on applicable policies.

Overall supervisory role during the construction phase.

Overall responsibility for EMP implementation during the

operating phase.

Review reports of the Environmental Monitoring Consultant

(EMC).

Responsible for changes to the EMP as part of an adaptive

approach to environmental and social management.

Submission of six monthly compliance reports to MoEF.

Develop an environmental unit, headed by the Project

Environmental Officer to implement EMP responsibilities.

Oversight, implementation, monitoring and compliance of the

EMP and any approval conditions.

Review of EMP performance and implementation of correction

action, or stop work procedures, in the event of breaches of EMP

conditions, that may lead to serious impacts on local

communities, or affect the reputation of the project.

Report environmental performance of the project directly to

MoEF&CC.

Report on environmental performance also to other government

regulators as required.

Implementation of the Environmental Monitoring Plan during

construction and operation.

Reporting any incidents or non-compliance with the EMP to the

PCB.

Ensuring adequate training and education of all staff involved in

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Making recommendations to the MoEF regarding EMP

performance as part of an overall commitment to continuous

improvement.

2 Individual

Industry

Responsible for maintaining the Air quality levels within the

standards prescribed in NAAQS, 2009.

Regular maintenance & un-interrupted power supply shall be

ensured for continuous operation of Air Pollution Control

Devices.

Maintaining the traffic during the operation and construction

phase of the particular industry.

Specific disaster management plan for the specific industry.

Fire fighting measures specific for the industry.

Obtaining Environmental Clearance/ Consent for Establishment/

Hazardous Waste Authorization for individual industry as

applicable.

Maintain necessary records & documents of Hazardous waste

management/ disposal as per MoEF&CC/ CPCB guidelines.

7.4.2 Environmental Management Cell

In addition to preparing an EMP, it is also necessary to have a permanent

organizational set up to for the effective implementation of environmental

management plan. Environmental Management Cell increases the strength of the

environmental management team to deal with EMP effectively and efficiently. Hence

will create a team consisting of officers from various departments to co-ordinate the

activities concerned with management and implementation of the environmental

control measures. This team will undertake the activity of monitoring the stack

emissions, ambient air quality, noise level, and water quality etc. either

departmentally or by appointing external agencies wherever necessary. Regular

monitoring of environmental parameters will be carried out to find out any

deterioration in environmental quality and also to take corrective steps, if required,

through respective internal departments. The Environmental Management Cell will


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also collect data about health of workers, green belt development etc. Organogram of

the Environmental Management Cell is presented in Figure 7-1 below;

Figure 7.1 Organogram for Environmental Management

7.4.3 Responsibilities of Environment Management Cell

The Environment Management Cell will be responsible for monitoring of the

individual industry’s safety and safety related systems which include;

Checking of safety related operating conditions.

Visual inspection of safety equipment’s.

Preparation of a maintenance plan and documentation of maintenance work

specifying different maintenance intervals and the type of work to be performed.

Other responsibilities of the cell will include;

Submit Annual Environmental statement (in Form–V). This will be submitted

every year before 30th September.

Timely renewal of Consents & Authorization from TSPCB.

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GENERAL MANAGER

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Submitting environmental monitoring report to TSPCB. Data monitored by

the cell will be submitted to TSPCB regularly.

The cell will also take mitigation or corrective measures as required or

suggested by the Board.

Keeping the management updated on regular basis about the conclusions /

results of monitoring activities and proposes measures to improve

environment preservation and protection.

Conducting regular safety drills and training programs to educate employees

on safety practices.

A qualified and experienced officer will be responsible for the identification

of the hazardous conditions and unsafe acts of workers and advise on

corrective actions, organize training programs and provide professional expert

advice on various issues related to occupational safety and health.

Individual Industry Conducting safety and health audits to ensure that

recommended safety and health measures.

7.4.4 Monitoring of Environment

A regular monitoring of environmental parameters like Air, Water, Industrial

Effluent, Noise and Soil as well as performance of pollution control facilities and

safety measures in the plant are important for proper environmental management of

any project.

Therefore, the environment and safety cell will handle monitoring of air and water

pollutants as well as the solid wastes generation as per the requirements of Telangana

State Pollution Control Board (TSPCB) and Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Monitoring of various parameters will be carried out regularly to assess the pollution

level inside the plant and in nearby area. Useful to compile pollution related data for

remedial measures and find out efficiency level of pollution control measures

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7.5 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Being a non-profit Organization the CSR component may not be applicable to us. If

applicable we will implement as per the norms.

7.6 Environmental Aspects -Construction Phase

The environmental impacts of the proposed industrial park covering the following aspects

and the measures for controlling the pollution within the values specified by Central

Pollution Control Board (CPCB)/ State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) are briefly

discussed in this chapter. This includes Air pollution, Water pollution, Noise pollution,

Hazardous substance handling and Waste Generation.

Construction and infrastructure development can change the land use for long term which

will create harmful and/or useful impacts to the environment. Therefore construction

activities are one of the most concern tasks for environmental aspects to be considered

during implementation of any project. If the proposed project is going to be beneficial to

environment than the mitigation measures are not necessary. The major concern while

implementing an EMP of an organization incorporates adverse impacts. While

formulating EMP shall be that the people concerned shall have their eyes and mind on the

adverse effects, catch them, make probable estimation of the impact, analyze the impact

and suggest some probable mitigation measures which can either alter or minimize the

negative impact to most considerate extent. For this purpose detailed information shall be

collected viz. details of the components responsible for the occurrence of the negative

impact, activity operation involved which led to occurrence of such impact, construction

material responsible, emissions from construction vehicles, prevailing geographical &

ecological conditions as well as other allied factors which have concern with occurrence

of adverse impacts.

These mentioned details are the most significant part of EMP as they provide core

structure of the EMP. Depending upon the analysis and result of these details proper

mitigation measures are formulated before the finalization of EMP. It has been noticed

that the use of open & undeveloped industrial land for development of the non-polluting

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land use. Hence, mitigation measures for land use change are not suggested. However, it

is recommended to develop greenbelt is minimum 33% of total site area in which 14.94%

of open space area (greenbelt) provided by TSIIC and the adequate green belt will be

provided & maintained by individual industries. The major activities considered in the

construction phase while formulating EMP are civil works, mechanical works, machinery

works, transportation works and other related activities.

Majority of impacts would be washed off as the project is situated in better geographical

plain having capacity of natural mitigation of air pollutants due to efficient dispersion in

natural condition. As the main impacts of the construction phase are envisaged in terms

of air pollution only, this natural mitigation would be significantly helpful in elimination

of predicted impacts of the phase.

However the following principal major impacts to the environment are considered for

further planning of mitigation measures:


construction site/materials can spoil the surrounding air quality

Improper disposal of construction wastes can damage air, water and land quality

The use of automobiles and machinery during construction can deteriorate the air

quality and generate temporary emission


construction activities

The irregular working hours & traffic, night-working, flood-lighting and

transportation damage the socioeconomic balance of surrounding region

Effects may occur due to the accumulation of the contaminant in water resources

& soil due to uptake of construction material

Short term changes or exploitation of environment is expected during construction

which could affect life style of nearby habitants, health of the human, birds, other

terrestrial animals


Effects on work place condition & human health due to the accidents during the

construction works.


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Impacts to avifauna or other carnivores which may prey upon other organisms

affected by the contamination.

Effects on the socio-economic activity due to direct impacts or indirect impacts on

socio-economic activities.

The above mentioned points express that the heavy construction can contaminate Air,

Land, Water and Socioeconomic balance of surrounding region but they can substantially

be minimized or reduced to significant extent by practicing suitable and probable

mitigation methods suggested in the EMP. This explains that the EMP acts a core and

base structure of these issues and shall be formulated with due and ample care and

consideration. A slight negligence in the studying, selecting and implementing process

can prove hazardous to abiotic, biotic, social, and economical or other related attributes

of the environment. Hence, the areas of major focus of EMP shall be concentrated mainly

on operational and maintenance activity of construction phase, deciding proper manner

and route of working of the vehicles in order to avoid accidents and heavy traffic,

providing suitable facilities and effective conditions to avoid occupational hazards and

proper medical aid in case of occurrence of any accident so as to avoid any loss of life.

These were only the negative impacts but one shall never forget that every activity has an

effect followed by a side-effect therefore some of the major beneficial impacts to be

focused are:-




Hence, the construction activities can have some moderate temporary and permanent

impacts on site. The construction phase activities could have some impacts on on-site

noise and air quality, land use and ecology. It might also develop minor impacts on on-

site soils, water quantity & quality. The other impacts of construction phase will be small

in magnitude as well as temporary in nature and are expected to wear out gradually once

the construction activity is completed. Further, the major and long term impacts can also

be reduced and minimized by proper and substantial implementation of mitigation


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measures. In brief during the construction phase following mitigation measures shall be

taken in consideration and implemented to prevent or minimize the respective impacts.

7.6.1 Air Environment

Air environment control and mitigation measures for the project during the

construction phase, includes the following steps, which has to be followed wherever

applicable during the construction and erection phase of the project:



Unused construction material shall be stored immediately at designated area

Emission from the equipments/machineries shall be monitored on regular

basis and possible implementation shall be provided on site


emission quality and fuel consumption

Construction materials would be stored in covered stores or enclosed spaces to

prevent chance of airborne construction materials which can lead to air




recycle/reuse.

Vehicles needs to be used for construction work shall be kept maintained and

highly efficient to keep emissions within the permissible limits




employees /labors engaged in construction activities.

7.6.2 Water Environment

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storage in order to prevent any chances of accidental leakage or spillage which

could pollute the water storage

Unused construction material shall be stored with utmost care

Wherever required impervious lining shall be provided to storage premises to

avoid accidental mixing or mixing due to fugitive losses

Runoff from the construction work shall not be unmanaged or haphazard to

prevent entry of contaminant arising from construction work/site.


properly so the runoff could be collected and treated before release if serious

contamination is observed.


contamination and hence care shall be taken to minimize the chances of the


Construction materials like Ready Mix Concrete shall be used to prevent

impacts on water environment.

7.6.3 Noise Environment

Some of the mitigation measures proposed to protect the noise environment during

the construction phase is as follows:

The machineries/equipment used on site shall be of highly maintained so they

do work with optimum efficiency generating less noise pollution

Operation of machineries/equipment causing high noise level shall not be

operated during the night time and all such operations shall be planned for day

time only.

Transportation activities shall not be conducted during the night to avoid high

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Construction vehicles, equipments & machinery shall be turned off when not

in use.

Proponent shall ensure that the labors engaged in construction site of high


7.6.4 Social Environment

Construction activities shall be regulated by adequate safety codes and tools

The employees shall be provided with adequate safety equipment


safety.

Employees/ contractors/ person associated with construction activities shall be

provided with proper training before starting their works.

During the construction phase proper traffic management shall be maintained

to avoid problems due to the construction activities.

Proper traffic schedule shall be prepared and made available to all transport

officers with adequate guidelines for the traffic management and easy

movement on approach road to national & state high ways.

Employment for the construction work priority shall be given to the local

villagers.

Any emission generation shall be monitored and possible mitigation measures

shall be provided to avoid disturbance in surrounding region.

7.7 Environment Management Plan - Operation Phase

The unit set up is ready for operation of the proposed industrial activities is about to

begin. The construction phase study and analysis includes only the impacts to be caused

to the area while posing construction activities which have envisaged being negligible

even in absence of any major mitigation measures. On the contrary, once the operation

phase gets started it can eventually cause innumerable adverse impacts on the

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can create more damage to the environment as it can get accumulated by the passing

time. The operational set up is mostly of long term establishment therefore it can create

imbalance in ecological balance of the premises.

To minimize the operational phase impacts EMP formulation shall be done keeping in

mind such adverse impacts and accordingly mitigation methods shall be designed in order

to nullify such impacts. Information like operational actions of the habitants, nature of the

substances or components, nature of emission, geological and ecological feature along

with other allied feature shall be systematically collected and analysed. Further, the

production process, utility operations, equipment/machineries/technologies used in

operations, maintenance works, technical & administrative work, etc. shall also be given

due consideration.

EMP planned for the project takes in to account the following mentioned impacts in

general which can be caused in operational and administrative phase:-

Pollution or Runoff generation on site due to waste water discharge

Emissions from the utilities - DG sets causing deterioration in air quality

Unmanaged solid & hazardous waste storage, handling & disposal can lead to

significant adverse impacts on all attributes of environment.

Soil contamination due to mixing of chemicals up on spill or leak during storage,

handling & transport.

Land contamination occurred from the irregular runoff and/or accidental mixing

Inappropriate use of land for dumping of garbage & disposal of untreated sewage

from the domestic activities of employees.

Fugitive losses and transfer losses create emission of airborne, wastewater and

solid particles.

Inappropriate storage or handling method can contaminate environment, loss of

raw material/coal dust and could affect the health & safety of the region.

Less effective and poorly managed operations could lead to excessive use of

power and groundwater.

Excessive use of groundwater can lowered the ground water level as well as

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Noise generation from utilities and other moving machineries/equipments as well

as operational & maintenance area can lead to adverse effects on occupational

health.

Transportation of vehicles may have considerable impacts on noise level of the

villages falling under transport route.

Damage to surrounding area due to impacts on other environmental attributes of

operations.

Inefficiently managed plant produce impacts on the human health & ecology are

also associated with some workplace accident, hazards and risk.

Socio-economic aspect shall be benefited due to increase in employment & other

opportunities for improvement of local economy.

Issues related with all the major and significant impacts of operational phase shall be

combated by appropriate tools and methods suggested in the EMP because if neglected or

diverted can prove quiet hazardous to overall environment. The impacts even though

seems to be magnificent and colossal but implementation of proper and suitable and

planned operational procedures and maintenance activities can reduce it to magnificent

and maximum possible extent. Proper suggestive measures for operation activities shall

be implied and implemented followed by adequate and suitable measures for proper

treatment of waste deposits. Besides, provisions shall be made for synchronized and

mannered working to ensure effective and efficient operation of work with highest

possible level of occupational safety. Keeping all these in mind following mitigation

measures shall be taken into consideration so that the effects are brought down to

maximum possible extent.


Implementation of following mitigation measures is suggested to prevent air pollution

due to emissions:

Proper Storage area shall be designated for feed and finished products to

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Adequate methods & facilities for handling shall be developed &

implemented to prevent contamination of air due to the chemicals used.

Upmost priority shall be given to regular maintenance & un-interrupted

operation of Air pollution control devices.

Monitoring of emission as per Environmental Monitoring Plan and records

shall be maintain for further review & improvement in EMP as well as Air

Pollution Control Activities/ Technologies.

Emission level shall be maintained below permissible limits prescribed by

concern environmental authority.

Greenbelt shall be provided for 33% of total land of the proposed project. In

which 14.94% of open space area used for greenbelt and the remaining

adequate green belt will be provided and maintained by individual industries

in their premises.

Greenbelt development shall be maintained and grown appropriately as it will

help to improve air environment of the premises.

Greenbelt development program shall be monitored to develop healthy &

adequate vegetation in the premise as per CPCB norms.

Regular Monitoring & Analysis of Emission, Ambient Air for Safety &

Environment Management to prevent air contamination/pollution & hazards

due to air contamination.

Ambient Air Quality Monitoring shall be done at least at three locations in

premises and preferred angle between the locations shall be 120 degree. The

monitoring shall be done at least once a month.

The record of the monitoring programs & measured quality shall be

maintained regularly.

Annual Environmental Audit shall be conducted as per TSPCB guidelines and

the measures/actions suggested in the audit report for prevention pollution

shall be strictly implemented to comply with applicable environmental norms.

Work place monitoring for PM level in the ambient air shall be scheduled for

regular monitoring to eliminate any case of effects on occupation health of

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Individual industries shall take timely action for necessary maintenance to

ensure adequate & efficient operations as well as good condition of the APC

Devices & stacks.

Individual industries shall follow necessary provisions/guidelines related to

APC & stack installation.

Steel Re-Rolling and other similar activities in the industries will take proper mitigationmeasures for the following:

The emissions from induction furnace include suspended particulate matter,

Oxides of Sulphur, Oxides of Nitrogen, and CO2. Emissions will be more during

charging of material to furnace.

Slag Handling: Slag generated from the induction furnace needs to be disposed

off. A few rolling mills are grinding the slag and recovering iron content in it

through magnetic separation. During this process, dust will be generated and

proper dust collection system will be implemented by Individual industries.

Re-Heating furnace: Various fuels are used in re-heating furnace. Pulverized

coals, producer gas, furnace oil, are few to mention. In case of coal based furnace,

large quantities of emissions are generated where the stacks with proper Air

pollution control measures has to be proposed by individual industries.

Fly ash handling: In case of coal based units and producer gas based units, the ash

handling creates dust emissions and for that adequate control measures will be

implemented.

Air emissions from D.G sets are presently governed by adequate stack height to

be provided on the D.G. sets depending on its capacity. Emission Regulation part-

IV published by CPCB has given the formula for working out the stack height.

For regulation of stack emissions of D.G sets of capacity more than 0.80 MW,

separate standards are laid down vide GSR 489 (E) dated 9.07.2002 which needs

to be complied with.


Implementation of following mitigation measures is suggested to prevent water

pollution;


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The operational set up shall be provided with upmost accuracy in order to

produce most efficient system which will use only necessary amount of water.

The operational set up shall be kept leak proof at all the times to reduce

consumption of water.

The raw effluents from operation/process shall be treated by Individual

Industry in their ETP for efficient treatment to meet the prescribed norms by

CPCB.

The treated wastewater from individual industries after confirming the

prescribed norms will be reused for gardening in their premises.

To conserve the water, wastage of water shall be prevented by adequate water

management practices as well as regular maintenance of pipelines & tanks etc.

to prevent leak & spill.

Rainwater harvesting program shall also be implemented for conservation of

water.

Proponent shall attempt to reduce the losses by continuous inspection, R&D

and implementation of necessary adequate management practices.


Rolling Mill: Rolling mill generates waste water used for cooling purpose. As

heavier suspended solids settles down easily this water will be recycled back

after removing mill waste.

Mill waste: The mill waste is primarily iron waste and having market value.

The sludge generated from cooling water, settling tanks should be handled

properly to avoid land contamination.

Utilities The steel Re-rolling mills units may have utilities such as raw water

treatment system, diesel generator(s), boilers (s), cooling tower(s), laboratory,

workshop(s), fuel storage facilities, waste water treatment plant,

administrative block, canteen etc. The pollution potential from these

operations should be assessed and suitable mitigation measures should be

planned.


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Good housekeeping shall be maintained by keeping check on leaking valves,

crack and fissures in pipes, faulty equipment etc. so as to avoid wastage of

water and other raw materials/resources.

Industries will strive for adopting process/plant modifications which result in

to waste minimization and conservation of water.

The waste water generated from the Steel Re-rolling Mills industry is required

to be treated by a suitable mechanism and to be re-utilized. Typically the

conventional ETP in Steel Re-rolling Mills includes oil & grease trap,

equalization and raise pH from 1 to >8 by lime, coagulation & flocculation by

Alum, primary settling tank. Activated sludge treatment or two-stage aeration,

clarifier in secondary treatment system. Although Metals, COD and acidity

reductions are achieved through this conventional treatment system,

objectionable high TDS levels of effluents remain and effluents are not fit to

be discharged to surface water or on land. This treated waste water may be

reused in the process after filtration in dual media filter.


Individual industries should ensure that acoustic enclosure shall be provided

to high noise generating equipment/ machineries/ utilities or such facilities

shall be housed in closed room to prevent noise propagation in surrounding

area.

Proper maintenance & lubrication of the plant machineries & equipments shall

be done regularly to reduce the level of noise generation.

Management shall provided necessary PPEs to eliminate the impacts of noise

in workplace.

Regular noise monitoring shall be done in area of noise to track noise change

above 10 dB(A) for timely action for noise reduction.

The noise level in the plant area shall confirm to the norms prescribed by

SPCB/CPCB/MoEF&CC as well as indicated in GOI Rules.

Shift planning shall be done with respect to the exposure level of noise at

various plant areas following guidelines of Factory Act and/or NIOSH.


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Transport vehicles shall be set in operation only at time convenient with the

residents equipped with low noise engine

Vehicles with low horn noise shall be used equipped with silencers

Noise generating and vibrating equipments/machineries shall be provided with

rubber padded foundations.

7.7.4 Land Environment and Solid/Hazardous Waste Management

The storages area of any kinds and production unit shall be lined properly to

ensure impervious lining to prevent seepage of chemical in soil.

Emergency Response protocol shall be prepared for all chemical material &

shall be available at all places having potential of chemical spill/leakage.

Immediate action shall be taken upon first reporting of incident of spill/leak of

chemical material.

Emergency actions shall be taken by responsible personnel as per guidelines

provided in specific Emergency Response Protocol for spilled/leaked

chemical.

Designated Hazardous waste area shall be provided within the premises as per

MoEF&CC/ CPCB guidelines.

Hazardous / Solid waste generation shall be within the limit and the method of

disposal / management shall be followed strictly in accordance with the

guidelines of MoEF&CC/ CPCB.

Apart from these individual Industries will be insisted to dispose their

hazardous waste generated to the common TSDF at Dundigal Village,

Qutbullapur Mandal, and Vikarabad District which is located approximately at

80 Km from site.

Greenbelt shall be developed in 33% area of total land of proponent at any

time of operation of production unit.

Individual industries shall maintain necessary records & documents of

Hazardous waste management/disposal as per MoEF&CC/ CPCB guidelines.


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7.7.5 Green Belt Design Methodology and Approach

A green belt has been proposed all around the periphery of the Industrial Park.

Plantation site would be cleared from all wild vegetation. Suitable soil and water

conservation measures will be adopted, if required. Since planting area is large, it

would be divided into blocks inter-linked by paths laid out in such a way that every

tree is accessible for all post plantation care. The planting arrangement and size

would be based on the optimum use of the available land and quantum of irrigation

water. A tree requires sufficient space below and above the ground to spread its roots

and branches. However, spacing varies with the type of trees, soil fertility, and

availability of moisture and purpose of plantation.

Planting of the tree would be done in suitable width. While planting the trees, care

would be taken that the installation structure would be difficult to see through the

foliage when seen from a point outside the green envelope. For preventing the

horizontal dispersion of the pollutants, the trees would be planted in alternate rows in

straight line. Tree trunk being free from foliage up to a height of 2-3 meters, it is

advisable to grow shrubs in front of tree so as to give coverage to the open portion.

Plantation would be done two weeks after the rain starts, as the trees benefit from the

seasonal rains. It is advised to avoid planting during the dry season, as this will

require watering. It is advantageous to plant trees on cloudy days.

Protection of Greenbelt

Gap filling in the greenbelt would be done in the same season to avoid gaps.

Protection of young plants from the ravages of cattle, sheep and goat and other

animals.

Timely replacement of damaged plant and thereafter care is important.

7.7.6 Material Management

The following pollution abatement measures will be implemented by the individual

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7.7.6.1 Storage Piles and Bins

the Wherever feasible, free falling transfer points from conveyors of sponge

iron and ash should be fitted with flexible curtains or be enclosed with chutes

designed to minimize the droop height. Water sprays should also be; used to

prevent the dust from going in to air.

All open stocks of sponge iron and ash must be kept in closed sheds only with

sufficiently wet by water spraying. The stockpiles of aggregates 5mm in size

or less must be suitably covered to ensure that the same is not carried away for

whipped out the wind.

Scattered piles gathered beneath belt conveyors, inside and around enclosures

must be cleared regularly.

7.7.6.2 Materials Transportation

Active hauls roads inside the works should be adequately wetted with water

Exhausts of trucks for transportations of rock materials within the site should

be directed upward.

The handling and storage of the dust collected by the dust collection system

must be carried out without fugitive particulate emissions.

7.7.7 Hazardous Waste Management

The Hazardous waste management will be followed by Individual industries as perthe waste generation.

The hazardous waste needs to be stored under covered shed so that

problems like odour, surface water contamination, ground water

contamination etc. do not occur

No hazardous waste can be stored beyond a period of 90 days except with

the prior permission of the State Board as per rule 7 of the HWMR, 2008.

Transfer of hazardous waste for sale, recycling, reprocessing or disposal

shall be done through the manifest system through manifest in form no. 13

only as per rule 21 of HWMR, 2008.


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All the industries having metal finishing operations viz pickling, metal

finishing, D.G. Sets etc., generating hazardous waste.

All the units generate the hazardous waste shall submit the Annual Report

for each financial year to the State Board.

In case the industry wants to utilize the hazardous waste as a

supplementary resource or for energy recovery, or after processing then

the industry needs to obtain approval from the competent authority.

The table below provides the detail on the type of Hazardous waste

generated from Steel rerolling mills and other similar activities and

method of disposal

Table 7.2 Hazardous waste category and disposal method

Sr.No

Waste GeneratingProcess

Hazardous waste Category Suggesteddisposal

pathways

1. System oil from D.G setscompressors andhydraulic machines.

Used/Spent oil 5.1 Sold byauthorizedvendors

2.Oil soak clothes/cottonetc

Waste/ residuecontainingOil

5.2 Incineration

3.Pickling process Acid residues 12.1 TSDF

4.Cleaning operations Alkali residues 12.2 TSDF

5.Recovery of acids frompickling waste

Sludge from acidrecovery Units

13.2 TSDF

6.Containers used forstorage of hazardouswaste

Discardedcontainerscontaminated withhazardous wastes

33.3 TSDF

7.Purification/ controlequipments of exhaustair

Flue gas cleaningresidues

34.1 TSDF


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pathways





5.2 Incineration





13.2 TSDF



33.3 TSDF



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pathways





5.2 Incineration





13.2 TSDF



33.3 TSDF



34.1 TSDF


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8.Treatment of wastewater.

Chemical sludgefromwaste watertreatment plant

34.3 TSDF


Oil and greaseskimmingResidue

34.4 TSDF/Incinerator

7.7.8 Energy Conservation Measures Proposed

It is proposed to provide CFL/ LEDs for street light and common facilities.

TSIIC will also insist on providing solar lighting CFLs to the individual

industries wherever applicable.

7.7.9 Fire Safety Facility

Some precautions and remedial measures proposed to be adopted by individual

industries to prevent fire are:

Compartmentation of cable galleries, use of proper sealing techniques of cable

passages and crevices in all directions would help in localizing and identifying

the area of occurrence of fire as well as ensure effective automatic and manual

fire fighting operations;

Spread of fire in horizontal direction would be checked by providing fire stops

for cable shafts;

Reliable and dependable type of fire detection system with proper zoning and

interlocks for alarms are effective protection methods for conveyor galleries;

Housekeeping of high standard helps in eliminating the causes of fire and

regular fire watching system strengthens fire prevention and fire fighting and

Proper fire watching by all concerned would be ensured.

7.7.10 Occupational Health and Safety


The problems envisaged at construction and erection phase can mainly be due to

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construction and erection activities have to maintain noise levels within threshold

limit values and the workers should be provided with personal protective

equipment.

a) Air Environment - Dust generated as a result of clearing, leveling and site

grading operations will be suppressed by using water sprinklers. It will be

ensured that the construction machinery using diesel driven prime movers are

properly maintained to minimize exhaust emissions of CO2, PM and

Hydrocarbons. Construction actively will be restricted to daytime as far as

possible to avoid disturbance to surrounding areas.

b) Noise Environment - All noise generating equipment used during the

construction phase shall be provided with noise control devices. Wherever

required, personal protective equipment such as earplugs, earmuffs etc., will

be provided to the persons engaged in noisy operations. This will minimize

their exposure to noise.

c) Storage of Hazardous materials -The hazardous materials expected to be

stored at the construction site will be limited to HSD. It will be stored as per

the statutory regulations in line with manufactures, Storage and Import of

Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 under Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.

d) Safety Measures - The site will have necessary security arrangements to

prevent entry of unauthorized personnel and proper control of hazardous

materials on site. All the employees as well as contracted labor will be trained

in safety aspects related to their job. There will be a special emphasis on safe

handling of material, safety in welding and fabrication activities will be

provided to staff working at heights. All the personnel will be provided with

safety appliance such as face shields, helmets safety goggles, safety shoes,

hand gloves etc., as per the job requirement. To ensure that the local

inhabitants are not exposed to these hazards, the site will be secured by

fencing and manned at entry points.


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7.7.10.2 Operation and Maintenance Phase

In the case of Industrial Parks during operation and maintenance, the men, materials

and machineries are the basic inputs. Along with the boons, the industrialization has

brought several problems like occupational health and safety. The industry planner,

therefore, has to properly plan and take the steps to minimize the impacts of

industrialization to ensure appropriate occupational health safety including fire. All

these activities again may be classified under construction, erection and operation and

maintenance. Occupational health needs attention both in construction and erection

and operation and maintenance phases. However, the problems vary in magnitude and

type of industries in the above phases.

The problem of occupational health, in the operation and maintenance phase is due to

noise hearing losses, exposure to dust and heat, exposure to arc lights & welding

lights, exposure to chemicals, gases, acids, and alkalis etc. Engineering controls are

provided in design itself to contain these hazards; otherwise the employees are

isolated from the source of hazards. Suitable personnel protective equipment is also

given to employees. To overcome these hazards, arrangements are made to reduce it

within threshold limit values and required personnel protective equipment shall also

be supplied to workers.

The following Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be provided to workers

under their specific job requirement by Individual Industries as per the requirement.

Industry safety helmet for work at high level, Gas yard and at plant in general.

Zero power plain goggles with cut type filters on both ends to work under

highly dusty areas.

Welders equipment for eye and face protection during welding activity.

Cylindrical type earplug at moderate level noise like wagon tippler, ID fans

etc.

Ear muffs at high-level noise area like Gas mill, boiler etc.

Dust respirator with filter at high dust level area like Gas yard.

Canister Gas mask for maintenance in contained space viz. inside vessels,

storage tank, boiler furnace etc.


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Asbestos apron at high temperature area near furnace, turbine etc.

Rubberized apron at acid/alkali leak prone area viz. chlorine handling, caustic

handling etc.

Boiler suit-for maintenance work in boiler unit during plant shut down.

Safety belt/ line man’s safety belt-work at high level viz. stack monitoring,

Gas mill etc.

Asbestos hard gloves for handling of hot material viz. dry bottom ash,

equipment near furnace, boiler or turbine.

Acid/Alkali proof rubberized hand gloves-work at switch, maintenance of

transmission lines, turbo generator etc.

Industrial safety shoes with steel, while working near process equipment.

Electrical safety shoes without steel toe gum boots-essential for a

wireman/electrician.

All working personnel will be medically examined at least once every year and at the

end of his term of employment. This is in addition to the pre-employment medical

examination.

7.7.11 Safety and Emergency Plan

Safety of both men and material during construction and operation stages is of

concern to industries. The preparedness of an industry for the occurrence of possible

disasters is known as emergency plan. The disaster is possible due to leakage of

hazardous chemicals collapse of structures and fire/explosion etc. Keeping in view,

the safety requirement during construction, operation and maintenance phase the

proponent would formulate safety policy keeping in view the following requirements:

To allocate sufficient resources to maintain safe and healthy conditions at work.

To take steps to ensure that all known safety factors are taken into account in the

design, construction, operation and maintenance of plants, machinery and

equipments.

To ensure that adequate safety instructions are given to all employees.


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To provide wherever necessary protective equipment, safety appliances and clothing,

and to ensure their proper use.

To inform employees about materials, equipment or processes used in their work,

which are known to be potentially hazardous to health and safety

To keep all operations and methods of work under regular review for making

necessary changes from the point of view of safety in the light of experience and up

to date knowledge.

To provide appropriate instruction, training, retraining and supervision in health and

safety, first aid and to ensure that adequate publicity is given to these matters.

To ensure proper implementation of fire prevention and an appropriate fire fighting

service together with training facilities for personnel involved in this service.

To ensure that professional advice is made available wherever potentially hazardous

situations exist or might arise.

To organize collection, analysis and presentation of data on accident sickness and

incident involving personal injury or cause of sickness with a view to taking

corrective, remedial and preventive action.

To promote through the established machinery, joint consultation in health and safety

matters to ensure effective participation by all employees.

To publish/notify regulations, instructions and notices in the common language of

employees.

To prepare separate safety rules for each type of occupation/process involved in a

power station.

To ensure regular safety inspection by a competent person at suitable intervals of all

buildings, equipment, work places and operations.

7.7.12 Fire Protection

The fire fighting system in the Individual units is proposed to be comprising of water

hydrant system, fire detection and alarm and extinguishers will be extended to cover

all the areas as per local government requirements. It is proposed to provide a fire

station within the Industrial Park with following facilities. Some of the salient


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features for a fire protection system that has to be installed in the Industrial park are

as follows:

7.7.12.1 General

The systems to be included in the Fire Protection System design include thefollowing;

Fire Water Reserves and Fire Pump Station

Signal and piping connection from the above.

Fire Hydrants, Smoke Alarm and Fire Alarm System

Portable Fire Extinguisher

Fire system Monitoring.

7.7.12.2 Standards and Regulations

The fire protection system design will be undertaken on the basis of the following

Standards and Regulations as applicable:

NFPA (National Fire Protection Association of the USA)

Factory Manual

Indian standards

7.7.12.3 Pipe Work

All pipe work shall be above ground/underground depending on the soil

properties as per Indian standards if the pipe work is above ground.

Valves will be chain locked, as appropriate.

Water flow switches and wet alarms will be installed. These signals will be

displayed on the Fire Alarm Monitor Panel indicating within zone of fire

hose station is being used, and triggers the sounding of the general alarm.

7.7.12.4 Portable Fire Extinguisher

Dry chemical fire extinguishers have to be provided in all general areas.

Carbon Dioxide extinguishers to be provided for switchboard rooms, MCC

rooms.


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The installation and rating of portable fire extinguishers will be in

accordance with standards.

7.7.13 Green belt Development

TSIIC has prepared Master layout and provided greenbelt of 16.81 acres (14.94%) of

the total plot area. Individual industries will be emphasized to provide adequate green

belt area, so that 33% of green belt area will be achieved during operation of the

Industrial Park. Furthermore 10m wide green belt is proposed all along the I.P.

Adequate numbers of saplings will be planted all along the periphery of the plant,

roadways and available open spaces. The major aim of greenbelt development plan is

to attenuate air pollutants released into the environment but it can also help in overall

improvement in the environmental conditions of the project site. The plan will

address the following issues such as attenuation of air pollution, noise reduction,

improving the biodiversity of the region, adding aesthetics and combating soil erosion

and prevention of land degradation.

7.7.13.1 Protection of Greenbelt


Protection of young plants from the ravages of cattle, sheep and goat and

other animals.


7.7.14 Corporate Social Responsibility

The concept and implementation of Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR) has

become imperative due to the intense debate of developmental growth versus welfare

based development. As long as the business development is in synergy with social

development, the social conflict will not arise. Some of the proposals of CSR are

suggested for TSIIC to be implemented are follows:

a. Health: Public health facilities are not sufficient in the project area. The existing

infrastructure can be upgraded or additional health centre may be provided. There

are only 2 Government health centers in Pargi mandal and 4 in Pudur mandal.


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Health Check up and free medical camp can be conducted with the help of social

service organizations/Govt. organizations.

b. Education: There are 38 primary schools Pudur mandal and 48 primary schools

in Pargi mandal. The infrastructure facilities like Compound walls, Toilets, Play

ground amenities can be provided. Books, Computers and other study materials,

sports goods can be provided for the students. Purified drinking water facility can

be provided.

c. Public hygiene and sanitation: The awareness of hygiene and sanitation is very

low in the area. With help of NGOs and Schools, the awareness campaign can be

conducted.

d. Skill development: Rural youth can be trained by capacity building, vocational

education for their better opportunities in local and other areas. Migration can be

mitigated by providing job opportunities for local youths by imparting them

training and education.

e. Women welfare: More specific initiatives can be taken up for women health

programme, skill development and women entrepreneurship can be organized to

improve the stature of the women in the district.

f. Cultural activities: Sponsoring sports events, local cultural programs, campaign

for adverse effects of social evils like smoking, drinking can be done to improve

the societal status of the people around the district.

7.7.15 Budget for Environmental Management

The Budget for Environmental Management with capital and operation cost is given

below in Table 7-3. Capital cost of 79.85 Lakhs and recurring cost of 13.2 Lakhs/

Annum is estimated for the project.


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Table 7.3 Budget for Environmental Management

S.No Components Capital Cost (inLakhs)

Operational Cost/ Year (in Lakhs)

1 Green Belt development 10 22 Environmental Management

Plan67.85 3

3 MSW Management 2 44 Environmental Monitoring -- 4.2

Total 79.85 13.2


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Total 79.85 13.2

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8 Additional Studies

8.1 Risk AssessmentAccident can occur in every industry in spite of efforts to prevent them. Frequently they

give rise to suffering and damage, the extent of which is, in part, determined by the

potential for loss, surrounding the event. Some of the industries coming up in the

Rakamcherla Industrial Park have high potential for loss and there have been cases, where

loss, measured in both human and monetary terms, has been severe. It is equally true to

say that there have been other cases where, because of effective action taken at the time,

the full potential loss has been largely avoided. Effective action, in these cases, has been

possible due to the existence of pre-planned and practiced procedures for handling major

emergencies utilizing the combined resources of the industrial concern and outside

services.

Section 41-B (4) of the Factories Act, 1948 requires that every occupier of a Hazardous

and Non-hazardous factor shall draw up and onsite emergency plan and detailed disaster

control measures for the factory and make known to the workers and the general public in

the vicinity, the safety measures required to be taken in the event of an emergency taking

place.

8.2 Disaster Management Plan

Despite of all efforts made accidents do occur which need immediate attention. The risks

involved in this project have been identified and their mitigation measures have been

proposed. But when serious accidents occur & negligence could result in loss of life the

whole thing has to be handled in a systematic well planned manner. Accordingly

following plan of disaster management has been evolved:-

8.2.1 Major Activities

Broadly Disaster Management Plan mainly includes;

Pre - Emergency Preparedness

Emergency actions and

Post Emergency activities


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These activities are aimed at facing any emergency so that at the required time there isno disaster and everything is handled in a very effective manner.

8.2.2 Pre-Emergency Preparedness

The activities falling in this category are carried out in a normal situation without any

reference to any particular accident / hazard. They are of a precautionary nature. These

normally include:

Internal safety

Non-destructive testing (NDT)

Fire fighting system testing

Mock drills

Training

Productive equipment

Communication

Emergency lights

Emergency control Room

Assembly points

Liaison with state authorities

Hospital activities

Outside shelters

8.2.3 Emergency Actions

During emergency the staff at various levels is expected to work in coordinated

manner with pre-assigned duties to meet the emergency situation and bring normally

with the help of the resources available within and outside the premises. Availability

and correct use of different means of communication and control is very important

during emergency time. Duties of the various persons shall be defined properly.

8.2.4 Post Emergency Procedures

After the emergency is over investigations are required to be made to establish the

reasons for emergency and preventative measures needed for future happenings.

These activities include:


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Collection of records

Conducting enquiries

Making insurance claims, if any,

Preparation of enquiry report and suggestion

Implementation of enquiry report and recommendations.

Rehabilitation of affected persons.

8.2.5 Emergency Plan

This includes following actions;

A. Site Layout

Site plan of the Plant will be kept at a conveniently approachable place. The plan will

show the storage site of the various materials along with the details of the surrounding

areas. This gives a layout of the Buildings and other facilities like roads, open and

work areas etc.

B. Emergency Control Centre

The Control Centre will be established within the premises which will be marked on

the site plan. It will be the focal point from where all operations to handle the

emergency will be directed and coordinated. It will have internal and external

telephone communications along with list of essential telephone numbers and list of

key persons and their addresses.

C. Assembly Point

Assembly area will be earmarked for the people to get together in case of emergency

which will be away from material storage. A list of all the employees/ will be

available at this site so that their roll call could be taken and missing person, if any,

could be located.

D. Emergency Alarm System

An audible emergency alarm system will be installed in the premises. It will be

operated from at least 4 different points spread over the entire area and clearly

marked as “Emergency Area Switch”. The system will be tested regularly. The alarm


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will signify to the persons & staff that the emergency has occurred and emergency

services should be put in operation. The Public Address System will also be activated

and specific instructions for eventualities will be passed on to the staff.

8.2.6 Service & Control

8.2.6.1 Emergency Services

This includes Fire fighting, First Aid and rescue teams. Alternative source of power

supply for operating fire pumps and communication with local bodies and fire brigade

etc. shall be given.

8.2.6.2 Control Centre

The control centre could be either in Security room or Fire Station and shall have:

Adequate No. of Internal and external telephones

Layout Plan of the buildings showing

Sources of safety equipment

Fire hydrant system and alternate supply source

Stock of other fire fighting materials

Assembly points & first aid centers

Surrounding habitation within ½ km distance

Additional work plans which may illustrate during emergency

areas affected / endangered

deployment of emergency vehicles and personnel

Areas where particular problems arise e.g. fractured pipe-line.

Areas evacuated

Normal roll of employees

List of key persons and their addresses with telephone numbers

Note pads, pencils, etc, to record messages received and instructions to be

passed on through runners

A tape recorder on which the incident and actions, being taken and progress

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It would be useful if these plans be covered with plastic/glass sheets on which felt ink

markings can be deciphered.

8.2.7 Roll Call

A Roll Call board listing the names of all persons department wise and shift wise

should be placed in the allocated places called assembly points. All personnel

including visitors and contractors except those who are detailed to fight emergency to

man such services, shall proceed to such allocated points as soon as an evacuation is

ordered over PAS or orally by the section in charge and roll call taken. Section

incharge should see that these boards are always kept up-to-date. The assembly point

incharge shall report to control room immediately any absentee/unaccounted for

persons. He will also keep the group until advised to move or return to work by the

site controller or any other person pre-nominated by him.

8.2.7.1 Key Personnel and Their Duties

Following persons will be designated for emergency situation;

1. Site Controller

2. Incident Controller

3. Personnel / Administrative Managers

4. Communication Officers

5. Telephone Operator

6. Engineer Incharge and Electrician

7. Fire Pump Attendants

8. First Aid

8.3 Public Hearing

As per the ToR issued by the project, Public Hearing shall be conduct for the project and

the draft EIA report is submitting for conducting Public Hearing.


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9 Project Benefits

The proposed Industrial Park at Rakamcherla will promote industrial activity in the

region to meet a growing demand in the services sector, and to enhance future economic

growth within the region. The sub region surrounding the site is undergoing significant

change in recent year as a result of both commercial and industrial activity. Some of the

major benefits from the proposed project are as follows:

The proposed project will create employment opportunities for the surrounding

populations directly or indirectly during and after plant setup, which will enhance the

overall growth of the surrounding regions.

This apart, the park setup will create an environment of indirect employment for loading,

unloading, transportation and other peripheral activities including cultural, educational,

small industries and hotel industries around the area.

This is a very positive socio-economic benefit to the region, which will help contribute to

the metal re-rolling sector, and will assist in the overall growth of the adjacent areas.

The proposed industrial park will also help to accommodate the relocation of several

industries from the densely populated state capital.

There is no R&R study involved for the project. The project site shall require no

displacement of habitation and away from the habitation area.

Socio-economic benefit to the locals as it would provide employment during construction

and in operation phase

TSIIC is providing 14.94% of green belt. Individual industries will be emphasized to

provide adequate green belt, so that 33% green belt is achieved.

The project site will have special approach roads being developed by the government and

thus will lead to hindrance free approach for transportation of heavy equipment without

causing any problems for the public.


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10 Summary and Conclusion

The proposed industrial park at Rakamcherla is a significant development within the

context of the Pudur Mandal, in the Vikarabad District of Telangana and potentially India.

In line with the requirements of the EIA Regulations (2006), this Environmental Impact

Assessment (EIA) Report has provided a description of the development and its associated

activities including descriptions of the pre-development environmental, specifically in

terms of the biophysical and socio-economic environment of the study area. In addition,

there is a full explanation of the methodology undertaken during the EIA Phase and public

participation Process. Most importantly the report addresses the impacts identified during

the scoping phase that were anticipated for the development, as well as providing

mitigation measures to ensure environmentally sustainable development of Rakamcherla

Industrial Park. The Rakamcherla IP will contribute to sustainable job creation of direct

and indirect employments. While such job creation will lead to concentration within this

heavy industrial and business hub will result in the influx of people to the area and the

associated social ills, these can be curbed by ensuring local employment and proper

security. The negative impacts will be minimal when compared to the positive.

1 However, it is important to take cognizance of the fact that in its present state, the site has

little negative impact on the natural environment when compared with the proposed

development. These impacts however, can be carefully mitigated to validate and support

the fact that such a development will contribute significantly to the socio-economic

progress of the area.

2 The Incremental GLC of SOX, NOX, PM analyzed and modeled along with baseline data

and found all the parameters are well within NAAQ permissible limits of air quality.

3 With mitigation and management measures adhered to, there are no negative impacts in

the impact assessment; therefore the impacts associated with the Rakamcherla industrial

park are at an acceptable level.

4 The Rakamcherla Industrial Park positively offers the potential of creating a vibrant,

integrated commercial business park as well as brings the needed infrastructure services,

jobs and revenue to Pudur Mandal.


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5 The development of Rakamcherla Industrial Park is therefore not only inevitable but a

necessity and will ultimately provide a significant overall societal gain including

environmental, social and economic benefits which will provide the basis for a value

adding sustainable development. There is a huge need for new industrial space in the city

and the need for new subsidy housing is unquestionable.

6 The ‘negative’ impacts on environmental resources are, in the broader context,

insignificant and immaterial to the ultimate success of the development.

7 The development will actually enable management of a substantial amount of open space

provided such space is an integral component of the development and enabled to be

appropriately utilized by the resident community.

8 Careful planning has created value by incorporating the open space within the design

conceived in a manner that serves as a lattice that allows for continuity for habitat and for

recreational purposes.

With the above benefits, and the environmental and societal commitment and readiness of

the project, the environmental impact assessment report strongly affirms and recommends

the proposed project.


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11 Disclosure of Consultants Engaged

Details of the consultant engaged are as follows:

Table 11-1 Details of the Consultant

Consultant Hubert Enviro Care Systems Pvt. Ltd., Chennai

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Following are the Accreditations of the consultant;

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL)

accreditation for Laboratory services for ISO17025

MoEF&CC Recognized Laboratory

ISO 9001:2008 qualified and certification by URS

Environmental Management System complying AS/NZS ISO 14001:2004

Occupational Health & Safety Management System OHSAS 18001:2007

Approved by Karnataka PCB and Kerala PCB.

Achilles joint qualification system. Achilles Id.15148

Kiwa Quality Management System

Closed Piping systemSolid Handling System

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