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Draft Resettlement and Rehabilitation Action Plan – Package G 6 Transmission lines Haryana Power System Improvement Project

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HARYANA POWER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

DRAFT RESETTLEMENT AND REHABILITATION ACTION PLAN

PACKAGE G-6

TRANSMISSION LINES, HISAR CIRCLE

LILO OF 132 kV HANSI-NARNAUD LINE AT MASOODPUR (HANSI) LILO OF 220 kV D/C 400 kV MAYAR (PGCIL HISAR) S/STN TO ISHERWAL S/STN

AT 220 KV S/STN SAGBAN (TOSHAM) LILO OF 132 kV ISHERWAL – JUI S/C LINE AT 132 kV SUB-STATION

KAIRU (BHIWANI)

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HARYANA VIDYUT PRASARAN NIGAM LIMITED

Prepared by

5th Floor, Tower C, DLF Building No.8, Cyber city Phase II Gurgaon 122 022 (Haryana), India

Tel.(91) 124 4380042, 4501100 Fax.no. (91) 124-4380043 Email: [email protected] Web: www.smec.com.au/india

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TTTAAABBBLLLEEE OOOFFF CCCOOONNNTTTEEENNNTTTSSS LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS ..................................................................................................... 4

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY......................................................................................................... 5 CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION AND METHODOLOGY ...................................................................... 7 1.1 Background ..................................................................................................................... 7 1.2 The Project- HPSIP.......................................................................................................... 7 1.3 Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited......................................................................... 7 1.4 Package G-6 (Transmission Lines)................................................................................... 8 1.5 Measures Taken to Minimize Impacts .............................................................................. 9 1.6 Objectives of the Study.................................................................................................... 9 1.7 Approach and Methodology............................................................................................. 9 1.8 Structure of the Report................................................................................................... 10 CHAPTER 2 – PROFILE OF THE PROJECT AREA ............................................................................ 11 2.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 11 2.2 Profile of the Project Districts ........................................................................................ 11 2.3 Socio-economic Profile of Impacted Villages................................................................. 12 CHAPTER 3 – SELECTION OF TRANSMISSION LINE ROUTE: ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES .............. 14 3.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 14 CHAPTER 4 – IMPACT ON LAND AND PERSONS ........................................................................... 18 4.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 18 4.2 Social Impact Assessment of the Proposed Sub-packages .............................................. 18

CHAPTER 5 – STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATIONS ........................................................................... 20 5.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 20 5.2 Consultations for Sub-package III .................................................................................. 20 5.3 Consultations for Sub-package VI.................................................................................. 24 5.4 Consultations for Sub-package IX.................................................................................. 27 CHAPTER 6 – RESETTLEMENT POLICY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK................................................. 31 6.1 Policy, Legal and Regulatory Framework ...................................................................... 31 6.2 Procedure for Land Acquisition ..................................................................................... 31 6.3 World Bank Operational Policy on Involuntary Resettlement (OP 4.12)......................... 32 6.4 HVPNL Environment and Social Policy and Procedures................................................ 33 6.5 Social Entitlement Framework....................................................................................... 33 CHAPTER 7 – INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS AND GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISMS........ 38 7.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................... 38 7.2 Institutional Framework.................................................................................................. 38 7.3 Social Procedures............................................................................................................ 38 7.4 Capacity Building .......................................................................................................... 39 7.5 Grievance Redress Mechanism ...................................................................................... 40 CHAPTER 8 – BUDGET ESTIMATES ............................................................................................. 42 8.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 42 8.2 Compensation ................................................................................................................ 42 8.3 Budget and Costs ........................................................................................................... 42 CHAPTER 9 – IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE................................................................................ 45 9.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 45 9.2 Tasks and Schedule............................................................................................................ 45


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LLLIIISSSTTT OOOFFF AAANNNNNNEEEXXXUUURRREEESSS Annexure A – Hisar Annexure A1: Photographs of area en-route in Hisar .................................................................................................. 47 Annexure A2 – Community consultations .................................................................................................................. 50 Annexure A3 – Walkover Survey and route marked on Toposheets ............................................................................ 58 Annexure B- Bhiwani Annexure B1: Photographs of area en-route in Bhiwani (20 km LILO line)................................................................. 60 Annexure B2 – Community Consultations.................................................................................................................. 63 Annexure B3 – Walkover Survey and route marked on Toposheets............................................................................. 77 Annexure C - Rates of Trees and Crops Annexure C1: Rates of Trees and Crops .................................................................................................................... 79 Annexure D - List of Officials Annexure D1 - List of Officials .................................................................................................................................. 88 Annexure E - Formats Annexure E1 – Consultation Checklist ....................................................................................................................... 90 Annexure E2 – Census/Socio Economic Survey Questionnaire ................................................................................... 92 Annexure E3 – Proforma for compensation for standing crops .................................................................................... 99


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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AF Affected Family

BPL Below Poverty Line

ESMC Environment and Social Management Committee

ER&RC Environmental Rehabilitation and Resettlement Committee

ESIU Environmental and Social Implementation Unit

ESPP Environmental and Social Policy Procedures

GOI Government of India

GRC Grievance Redressal Committee

HH Household

HPGCL Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited.

HVPNL Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited

kV Kilo volts

IT Information Technology

LAA Land Acquisition Act, 1894 (1984)

LILO Loop In Loop Out

OP Operational Policy

PAF Project Affected Families

NGO Non Government Organization

NRRP National Resettlement and Rehabilitation Policy 2007

RRAP Resettlement and Rehabilitation Action Plan

ROW Right of Way

SAMP Social Assessment and Management Plan

SC Scheduled Castes

WB World Bank


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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The proposed project – Haryana Power System Improvement Project, funded by the World Bank and implemented by Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL), aims to improve the accountability, efficiency and quality of electricity services in Haryana through investments in power supply infrastructure, training/capacity building and technology-transfer, and overall institutional strengthening. Scope of the Resettlement and Rehabilitation Plan This plan looks into the resettlement issues for the transmission lines based on the walkover surveys provided by the HVPNL. Resettlement and Rehabilitation Plan has been prepared for G-6 package consisting of 10 transmission lines1, in compliance with the Environment and Social Policy and Procedures (ESPP) of the HVPNL. The RRAP for G-6 has been prepared Circle wise. This RRAP deals with the proposed transmission lines located in Hisar Circle. Scope of Land Acquisition and Resettlement Social issues associated with transmission projects are mainly related to land required for footing towers, without any acquisition of land. Transmission line alignments have been finalised by avoiding/ crossing villages and settlement areas and trees. Official estimates indicate that for these transmission lines in this circle across two districts, a total of 119 towers shall be footed for which the landowners would witness insignificant impact on their land. A total of 1.338 acres of land would be required for footing these 119 towers. Each landowner will lose only a small area for a tower and will be able to cultivate under the transmission lines and towers. The Project will not have adverse impact on livelihood or income. Farmers will be able to continue growing their crops under the transmission lines and towers. The outcome of social impact assessment carried out for these transmission lines indicate that the adverse impacts shall comprise: loss of crops during construction, temporary disturbance during construction and erection of transmission towers and stringing and potential change in land prices. These lines pass through 9 villages in the rural areas. A total of 89.26 acres of agricultural land will be covered by these transmission lines, thereby impacting standing crops during the construction period. Standing crops observed by the survey team were mainly mustard and wheat. However, HVPNL may like to avoid these standing crops by scheduling the timing of the construction works between two crops. Community Consultations Consultations constituted an important tool to gauge people’s perceptions and to record their views with regard to the important infrastructure development that shall take place in their area. In addition, they were used as a medium to convey the ESPP and its relevant provisions. Community consultations were carried out in 9 villages with the respective Panchayats, village communities and women groups. These consultations brought forth the necessity of project intervention of this kind. At present power supply is inadequate and demand for more power was 1 These transmission lines include Under Faridabad circle: 220 KV D/C Sector -72 Gurgaon to Rangala Rajpur (Firozepur-Zirka) line with 0.5 Sq. inch ACSR (Moose) via Nuh – 80 Km; Const. of 220 KV D/C Line with “ACSR (Moose) from proposed 400 KV substation Nawada (Faridabad) to 220 KV sub-station A-5 Faridabad – 6 km. Under Hisar circle; LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn at 220 KV S/Stn Sagban (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) 2 x 20 = 40 Km; LILO of 132 KV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 KV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with ACSR (Painther) – 4.2 Km; LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 13.620 km. Under Panchkula circle: 220 KV D/C line from 400 KV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Rawail (Panchkula) with 0.5 Sq.inch ACSR (Moose) – 13.2 Km; LILO of one circuit of 220 KV D/C Panchkula – Tapla line at 220 KV S/Stn Raiwali (Panchkula) with 0.4 sq. ACSR (Zebra) – 4.5 Km. Under Karnal circle: LILO of one circuit of 132 KV D/C PTPS – Chandauli line at 132 KV S/stn Kabri (Panipat) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 2.305 Km. Under Gurgaon circle: Const. of 132 KV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. “ACSR (Zebra) from 220 KV Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV substation Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh) – 11.260 km; const. of 132 KV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq “ACSR(Zebra) from 220 kv Dhanonda to proposed 132 KV Sub-station Pali (Gurgaon) – 13.515 km


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unanimous to meet the domestic and agricultural needs with villagers across the districts of Hisar and Bhiwani regardless of their socio-economic status. Largely, communities were similar in their expectations of the project. They expressed concern about the compensation for land besides standing crops. They appreciated the efforts made by HVPNL in routing these lines and taking them in to the interiors that shall ensure that many of the villages at the tail-end, at long last, shall be beneficiaries. Safety emerged as major concern for most people and in particular for women folks, while they acknowledged the overall benefits that will accrue from these lines. Resettlement Principles and Policy Framework This project is based on the resettlement principles of avoidance, minimization and alleviation. Among other principles, special attention has been paid for the improvement of living standards of marginalized and vulnerable groups and ensuring delivery of R&R entitlements and compensation for lost assets based on HVPNL’s entitlement framework. This project has taken into account the HVPNL’s Environment and Social Policy and Procedures, which covers the mandatory social requirements for HVPNL transmission works including Land Acquisition Act 1894, Haryana Government Rehabilitation & Resettlement Policy for land acquisition, WB OP 4.12 on Involuntary Resettlement and OP 4.10 on Indigenous Peoples. Besides, these policies, National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy 2007 too had been consulted while framing the ESPP. Public is informed about the project at every stage of execution by press notes and media release etc. Entitlement Framework HVPNL’s framework is to ensure realistic rehabilitation and compensation of the acquired assets of the affected assets covering categories such as loss of land (homestead land, agriculture land, tenants, lease holders, encroachers/ squatters etc), loss of structure ( with valid title, tenants, lease holders, squatters, cattle sheds, workshop sheds etc.), loss of livelihood, Loss of standing crops/ trees, loss of access to common property resources (CPR) and facilities, losses to host communities, panchayat land and additional benefits for vulnerable persons. The entitlement for this subproject adopts and complies with the HVPNL’s framework. For this sub-project, only compensation for standing crops falls under the framework. Institutional Framework and Grievance Redressal A three-tier set up is proposed in the ESPP of HVPNL viz., Divisional, Zonal and at Headquarters, comprising of Officials at respective levels. At the Head Quarter Level it is Environment, Resettlement and Rehabilitation Committee (ERRC), at Zonal level it is Environment and Social Monitoring Committee (ESMC), and at the Division level it is Environment and Social Implementation unit (ESIU). The grievance if any will be first addressed by the ESMC. Compensation and Budget Estimates Compensation for this package pertains to standing crops only. These were calculated keeping in view the yield of crops and their rates. Compensation for land for tower base has not been calculated as it is not mandatory as per ESPP. Any claimant for compensation of tower land has to put up his/her case to the District Collector and only after assessing the impact on that particular family, the DC will decide on the compensation. Total compensation for crops has been estimated at Rs. Rs. 17,75,151/- (Rupees Seventeen Lakhs Seventy Five Thousand One Hundred and Fifty One) Only. Options for budget have been provided by taking cognizance of the alternative that HVPNL can schedule such as timing the construction works between two crops, in which case compensation amount payable would be nil.


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CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION AND METHODOLOGY

1.1 Background The power demand in Haryana on an average has been of the order of 7% to 8% in the past. Now it is in the range of 14% for the state as a whole and between 20-25% in certain pockets like in Gurgaon district. In response to this increasing demand, HVPNL has prepared a comprehensive transmission program that proposes power load growth and evacuation of the proposed capacity addition of power at an estimated cost of Rs. 7643 crore during the 11th Five year plan. Under this program HVPNL will undertake construction of new sub-stations, installations of additional transformers and laying of new transmission lines interlinking of lines of existing substations. The state of Haryana in the northern part of India is located strategically close to the National Capital of India New Delhi, and one third of its area falls within the National Capital Region (NCR). It is bordered by Himachal Pradesh and Punjab to the north and by Rajasthan to south and west. Its borders to Uttar Pradesh in the East are defined by the River Yamuna. The capital of the state is Chandigarh which is administered as a Union Territory and is also the capital of Punjab. 1.2 The Project- HPSIP The proposed project – Haryana Power System Improvement Project (HPSIP), funded by the World Bank, aims to improve the accountability, efficiency and quality of electricity services in Haryana through investments in power supply infrastructure, training/capacity building and technology-transfer, and overall institutional strengthening. Major objectives include improving service delivery; enhancing operational efficiency and institutional capacities. The improvement of service delivery of the transmission company i.e. HVPNL is aimed at by ensuring efficient transmission of additional power to be available within the state over the next 4 years; providing greater grid stability and system security; and by facilitating the transmission to an open access regime within the state. Another important objective, which the project has envisaged includes enhanced operational efficiency and customer service levels in selected geographical areas of Haryana through investments. This project’s third important target is to enhance institutional capacities of three utilities in the transmission lines and distribution sub-sectors through introduction of modern management practices. In this context, the World Bank is supporting the strengthening of transmission system for enhancing reliability and system security as well as to reduce transmission losses, by constructing new sub-stations and transmission lines. The project is being executed by the Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL). HVPNL has divided the current phase of work into 13 packages consisting of substations and transmission lines. 1.3 Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited In 1998, the Haryana State Electricity Board (HSEB) was re-organized into State owned corporation namely Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) for Transmission and Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL). HPGCL was made responsible for operation and maintenance of State’s own power generating stations. HVPNL was entrusted the power transmission and distribution functions. Simultaneously, an independent regulatory body i.e. Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC), was constituted to aid and advise the State Government on the development of the power sector, to regulate the power utilities and take appropriate measures to balance the interest of various stake-holders in the power sector, namely electricity consumers, power entities and generation companies etc.


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HVPNL was further reorganized on July 1, 1999 by carving out two more Corporations, namely Utter Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Ltd. (UHBVNL) and Dakshin Haryana Vitran Nigam Ltd. (DHBVNL) with the responsibility of distribution and retail supply of power within their jurisdiction. While UHBVNL is responsible for Ambala, Yamunanagar, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Karnal, Panipat, Sonepat, Rohtak, Jhajjar and Jind districts, DHBVN caters to Hisar, Fatehabad, Bhiwani, Sirsa, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Mewat, Rewari and Narnaul districts.

1.4 Package G-6 (Transmission Lines) Under this package ten transmission lines are proposed. These lines are spread in five HVPNL circles in the state of Haryana. Circle-wise lines are given below sub-packages under Package G-6 as listed below:

Under Faridabad circle (i) 220 kV D/C Sector -72 Gurgaon to Rangala Rajpur (Firozepur-Zirka) line with 0.5 Sq.

inch ACSR (Moose) via Nuh – 80 Km (ii) Const. of 220 kV D/C Line with “ACSR (Moose) from proposed 400 kV substation

Nawada (Faridabad) to 220 kV sub-station A-5 Faridabad – 6 km Under Hisar circle (iii) LILO of both circuits of existing 220 kV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to

Isherwal S/stn at 220 kV S/Stn Sagban (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) 2 x 20 = 40 Km

(iv) LILO of 132 KV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 kV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with ACSR (Painther) – 4.2 Km

(v) LILO of 132 kV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 13.620 km

Under Panchkula circle (vi) 220 kV D/C line from 400 kV S/Stn PKL to 220 KV S/Stn Rawail (Panchkula) with 0.5

Sq.inch ACSR (Moose) – 13.2 Km (vii) LILO of one circuit of 220 kV D/C Panchkula – Tapla line at 220 kV S/Stn Raiwali

(Panchkula) with 0.4 sq. ACSR (Zebra) – 4.5 Km Under Karnal circle (viii) LILO of one circuit of 132 kV D/C PTPS – Chandauli line at 132 kV S/stn Kabri

(Panipat) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 2.305 Km Under Gurgaon circle (ix) Const. of 132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq. “ACSR (Zebra) from 220 kV

Dhanonda to proposed 132 kV substation Nangal Mohanpur (Mohindergarh) – 11.260 Km

(x) Const. of 132 kV S/C line on D/C tower with 0.4 sq “ACSR(Zebra) from 220 kV Dhanonda to proposed 132 kV Sub-station Pali (Gurgaon) – 13.515 km

These lines cross eight districts in the state, viz. Palwal, Faridabad, Bhiwani, Panchkula, Karnal, Rewari, Mewat, Mahendgarh, Hisar and Panipat. The present report contains the findings of the social assessment for the impacted area under Hisar circle. The report is prepared in conformity with the provisions of the Environment and Social Policy and Procedures of HVPNL.


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1.5 Measures Taken to Minimize Impacts Alignments of transmission lines have been finalized in accordance with HVPNL’s R&R policy of avoidance, minimization and alleviation, wherein efforts were made to minimize the adverse impacts of the project, while selecting the route. Criteria considered for selection of optimum route, are the following:

(i) The route of the proposed transmission lines does not involve any human habitation;

(ii) Any monument of cultural or historical importance is not affected by the route of the transmission line;

(iii) The proposed route of transmission line does not create any threat to the survival of any community;

(iv) The proposed route of transmission line does not affect any public utility services such as playgrounds, schools and other establishments;

(v) The line route does not pass through any sanctuaries, National Park, Biosphere reserves or eco-sensitive zones; and

(vi) The line route does not infringe with area of natural resources. 1.6 Objectives of the Study The main objective of the study was to:

identify the impacts of land acquisition and other adverse impacts for various civil works on the people who own properties to be acquired or used for the project; and

present an action plan for delivery of the compensation and assistance outlined in the policy, to the persons identified as entitled to such assistance.

Scope of the study The scope of the present study is to conduct a survey for these transmission lines for.

a) identifying potentially affected populations with special attention to vulnerable group, scheduled caste, landless households and women headed/physically handicapped households.

b) gathering information on the various categories of losses and other adverse impact likely under the project. These are:

loss of land and other productive assets such as trees; loss of structures, temporary or fixed; loss of access to public services (roads, drinking water, schools, medical, etc); loss of access to common property resources; and disruption of social, cultural, religious or economic ties and networks.

1.7 Approach and Methodology Approach and methodology mainly consist of qualitative and quantitative tools and techniques. The study was conducted in three phases.

Phase I - Collection and review of documents. This involved collection of documents from client such as walkover survey and relevant topographic maps. This phase was important to scope the activities. It also included preparation of social assessment tools, questionnaire and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) guidelines. The Questionnaires and Checklist for FGDs are presented in the Annexure E1 & E2. Phase II - Survey Activities The phase combined field assessment using the walkover survey and holding consultations, in order to assess the impact if any on any private/ community/government assets. The survey team walked along the route to observe and record socially sensitive receptors, current land use and cropping pattern. The survey, inter alia, assessed the likely impacts of the project, the socio-


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economic conditions, and living standards of impacted persons. Consultations were held with key informants and the qualitative survey included focus group discussions and in depth interviews with various sections of people such as women, knowledgeable persons, community leaders. It sought to elicit their expectations and suggestions, willingness to contribute, their perceptions of the project and also to convey the likely benefits from the project. Phase III - Post Survey Activities – Analysis and Reports The information collected through structured interviews and questionnaires was systematically validated, analyzed and processed. Wherever required, the observations were supported from the information collected through desk research.

1.8 Structure of the Report The Chapterisation plan for this RRAP is given in the Table below:

Chapters Title of Chapter Brief Description of Contents 1 Introduction and Methodology Project description, approach and methodology

adopted 2 Profile of Project Area District profile of Hisar and Bhiwani districts

(inclusive of Population, social composition population, poverty, Education, work force etc.) Impacted villages and their socio-economic profile covering Population, gender, economic activities, workers non-workers, poverty literacy, composition, unemployment, Land use

3 Analysis of Alternatives Analysis of Alternative for routes of transmission lines, 4 Impact on Land and Persons Adverse/positive Impacts on persons/land/private

properties/common property resource; Alternatives Impact on crops, Landholding size / cropping pattern/standing crops / Estimated impact on crops

5 Community Consultations

Details on the community consultations with villagers and vulnerable group (women)

6 Resettlement Policy and Legal Framework

HVPNL policy and entitlements and its applicability

7 Institutional Arrangements & Grievance Redress Mechanisms

Mechanisms for implementation, and grievance redressal

8 Costs and Budget

Compensation for crops and trees and cost estimates for implementation of RRAP

9 Implementation Schedule Time duration for implementation of RRAP

Annexures Annexure A – Hisar Annexure B – Bhiwani Annexure C – Crops and Tree Rates Annexure D – List of Officials Annexure E – Formats and Questionnaires


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CHAPTER 2 – PROFILE OF THE PROJECT AREA

2.1 Introduction This chapter provides a very brief overview of project districts through which three transmission lines shall pass under Package G-6 and the socio-economic profile of project impacted villages. These details include details in terms of literacy rates, working population and social composition such as proportion of Scheduled Castes to the overall population.

2.2 Profile of the Project Districts The sub-packages shall pass through Hisar and Bhiwani districts of Haryana. Hisar: Hisar previously spelled as Hissar, is a city in the state of Haryana, in northwestern India, and it is also headquarters of Hisar District. The state of Haryana at the time of its formation had seven districts. Subsequently, over the period, thirteen new districts were notified from time to time by changing the boundaries of the existing districts. At present, the district is bounded by rajasthan in west, Faridabad in north, Jind and Rohatak in the east and Bhiwani district in the south.

Bhiwani: Bhiwani district has 442 villages, and urban centres include Charkhi Dadri, Loharu, Bawani Khera and Tosham. The district is bordered by Hissar District on its north, some area of Jhunjunu & Churu District of Rajasthan on its west, Mahendergarh and Jhunjunu District on its south and District Rohtak to the east. Bhiwani is known as Little Cuba2 in India due to the large number of boxers who hail from the region.

2 Bhiwani came to the limelight in 2008 as four of the five boxers who represented India at the 2008 Summer Olympics are from Bhiwani. Bhiwani Boxing Club, or "BBC" as it is known locally, a powerhouse of Indian Boxing had among the 2008 olympians, Jitender Kumar (Flyweight) (51kg) and Akhil Kumar (54kg) went on to qualify for the quarter finals, while Vijender Kumar (75kg) won a Bronze medal.

Figure 2.1: Map of Hisar District in Haryana

Figure 2.2: Map of Bhiwani District in Haryana


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Table 2.1 – Profile of project districts

S.No. Name of district

Total Population

Female Male SC Total Workers

Main Workers

1 Hisar 1537117 706597 830520 338045 665572 516817

2 Bhiwani 1425022 666769 758253 279470 609320 425210

Source: Census of India, 2001

Both Hisar and Bhiwani are districts adjacent to each other. In terms of population, both are big district with population in close to or in excess of 15 lakh persons. Hisar district is more populous. Female population in terms of percentage is greater in Hisar. In terms of main workers too, Hisar at 77% has a greater proportion of working population as compared to Bhiwani district (69%).

2.3 Socio-economic Profile of Impacted Villages Transmission lines under Hisar division

(i) LILO of 132 kV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 13.620 km

In the two villages fall enroute this line i.e. Masoodpur and Sheikhpura. Scheduled castes population comprise less than thirty percent of the population. Also in these villages less than 35% of the population constitutes the total workforce.

Transmission lines under Bhiwani division

(ii) LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 kV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn at 220 kV S/Stn Sagban (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) 2 x 20 = 40 Km

Four villages – Sagban, Rathera, Kirawar and Mujhaipur fall enroute this line. Except for Mujahidpur, all other villages have more than 5000 populations and are bigger villages. In both these villages, Scheduled caste population is approximately 25% or less. In Rathera and Kirawar villagers, Scheduled caste population is between 27-33%, while it is significantly lower and at 12-16% in villages of Sagban and Mujahidpur. In terms of workforce too, all of these villages have approximately 30% of the total population constitutes the workforce. (iii) LILO of 132 KV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 KV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with

ACSR (Painther) – 4.25 Km Only two villages – Kairu and Indiwali lie enroute this line. In terms of population, Kairu is a significantly bigger village with population in excess of 5000. In terms of workforce too, approximately 17-21% of the total population constitutes the workforce. Table 2.1 below presents socio-economic profile of these villages that fall en-route the proposed transmission lines under this package.


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Table 2.1 – Socio-economic profile of impacted villages en-route (Line wise)

Name of S. No. District

Village

Total Population

Female Male SC Total Workers

Main Workers

LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 13.620 km

1 Hisar Masoodpur 7081 3230 3851 1886 2670 2385

2 -do- Sheikhpura 5313 2391 2922 1499 2233 1562

LILO of 132 KV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 KV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with ACSR (Painther) – 4.25 Km

1 Bhiwani Kairu I 8077 3722 4355 2068 2380 1422

2 -do- Indiwali 2622 1228 1394 521 1010 553

LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn at 220 KV S/Stn

Sagban (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) 2 x 20 = 40 Km

1 Bhiwani Ratera 5112 2413 2699 1385 2335 1507

2 -do- Mazadpur 3181 1498 1683 525 1362 979

3 Hisar Kirawar 5056 2377 2679 1702 1903 1637

4 Bhiwani Sagban 5572 2589 2983 724 3578 2507

Source: Census of India, 2001


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CHAPTER 3 – SELECTION OF TRANSMISSION LINE ROUTE: ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES

3.1 Introduction This chapter deals with the selection of optimum route for transmission lines and an overview of the generic anticipated impacts in context of these lines. Following which, it analyses the already finalized alignment for each of the transmission line by comparing it with alternative explored, if any. Wherever, the alternative was not explored, the smallest distance from the two points was taken as another route for the purpose of analysis. It does so by stating the features observed en-route and the resultant potential impacts on features such as: impacts on land, structures properties, common property resources, crops and trees. The impact assessment includes landholding size/cropping pattern/standing crops, estimated impact on crops, anticipated impact on aesthetic appeal of the project affected area. As per the provision contained in Haryana Electricity Reforms Act 1997 & Electricity Act, 2003, HVPNL has authority to install transmission towers in any kind of land. In transmission projects land is not acquired for footing towers. For selection of optimum route and siting of towers, HVPNL exercises certain flexibility, by taking the following criteria into consideration:

The route of the proposed transmission lines does not involve any human habitation; Any monument of cultural or historical importance is not affected by the route of the

transmission line; The proposed route of transmission line does not create any threat to the survival of any

community; The proposed route of transmission line does not affect any public utility services such as

playgrounds, schools and other establishments; The line route does not pass through any sanctuaries, National Park, Biosphere reserves

or eco-sensitive zones; and The line route does not infringe with area of natural resources.

In case of these transmission lines in Hisar circle of the potential impacts are:

i) Land for footing the transmission towers: The amount of land required for footing3 a tower for 220 kV line and 132 kV line is 49 sqm. (approx. 0.012 acre) and 25 sqm. (approx. 0.006 acre) respectively. The walkover survey, verified by the Consultant suggested that a total of 119 towers shall be placed for the transmission lines in this circle. A tower is placed every 300-350 meters;

ii) 7 meter Right of Way: The RoW for line through different areas whether it be the agricultural fields or semi-urban areas;

iii) Height: 4.6 metre for a 220 kV tower and 4.0 meter for a 132 kV tower is the minimum clearance between conductors and tops of trees and need to be maintained during the operation stage;

iv) Restrictions imposed on the area under the transmission lines and height of trees and crops, though usage of such land continues as before;

v) Land holding could become unviable, particularly for the vulnerable groups; vi) Damages that occur to standing crops and other trees during construction and operation; vii) Cutting and trimming of trees to maintain the proper clearances in ROW.

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3.2 Analysis of Alternatives

The survey team walked along the proposed route of three transmission lines. Details regarding length of the line, with number of villages and towers that required to be footed are provided in Table 3.1 below.

Table 3.1: Details of sub-packages

S. No.

Name of Transmission line Length of line (in Km.)

No. of towers footed

No. of villages that the finalized transmission

line route shall pass through

1 LILO of 132 KV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 13.620 km

13.620 46 3

2 LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn at 220 KV S/Stn Sagban (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) 2 x 20 = 40 Km

40 58 4

3 LILO of 132 KV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 KV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with ACSR (Painther) – 4.2 Km

4.2 15 2

Total 57.82 119 9

Source: Walkover Survey

Details of the land use, other observation in terms of cropping patterns, and socio-economic profile of the villages adjacent to /crossing the villages are dealt with in the subsequent paragraphs. 3.2.1 LILO of 132 kV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR

(Painther) – 13.620 km The proposed line shall commence from the proposed 220 kV sub-station at Masoodpur, Hansi in Hisar district, and connect to the existing 132 kV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line. It traverses over area where the land use is predominantly agricultural. Masoodpur and Shekhpura fall en-route the proposed line. Other features observed during the field visit include 2 road crossings between Masoodpur-Shekhpura and Shekhpura and Dhanpali villages. A canal exists between villages of Masoodpur and Shekhpura. Land use along the entire stretch was nearly entirely agrarian. Crops observed at the time of survey included Wheat and Mustard. There are trees that were observed include Neem, Babool, Shisham, Pipal and Safeda and belong to panchayat. The finalized route alignment is nearly a straight line and has taken cognizance of the socially sensitive receptors such as human habitations, etc. and is therefore the most viable alternative. Hence no other alternatives were explored. See Table 3.2 for potential impacted area.

Table 3.2: Area impacted by 13.260 km line Length of line (in Km).

Right of way for a 132 KV line (in meters)

Total Area (in acres)

No. of towers

Area required per tower (in acre)

Total area required for towers (in acres)

Potentially Impacted plots/ Households

132 7 32.604 46 0.012 0.552 46 Source: Walkover survey


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3.2.2 LILO of both circuits of existing 220 kV D/C 400 kV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn at 220 KV S/Stn Sagban (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) 2 x 20 = 40 Km The LILO line shall begin from the proposed sub-station at village Sagban, Tosham sub-district and shall traverse in parallel to an existing 220 kV transmission line and over the agricultural lands that belong to four villages, viz. Sagban, Rathera, Kirawar/Jatan Ki Chand and Mujahidpur. It terminates at Tower no. 50 of the 220 kV D/C 400 kV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn. Most of the villages that are en-route are away at least by 2-4 km from the finalized alignment. Table 3.3 below indicates the features marked on the alignment marked on topographic maps and subsequently observed and recorded during the survey carried out.

Table 3.3: Comparison of the finalized alignment and assumed straight line (20 km)

Option 1 – Finalized alignment

Sensitivity Y / N

Option 2 - If the alignment had been a straight line all

through

Sensitivity Y / N

Stretches

Impacts based on features observed as per maps and survey

Village Sagban – Village Jatan ki Chand/village Kirawar

Starts from village Sagban (site of the proposed 220 kV sub-station) and runs along the agricultural fields

N Would have impacted village Kirawar/Jatan ki Chand

Y

Village Kirawar/ Jatan ki Chand - Village Rathera

Traverses across agricultural fields and runs in parallel to the existing 220 kV line and closer to village Rathera deviates away from the existing 220 kV line and avoids the Rathera and monuments of the village

N Would have impacted the monuments and also run very close to the village Rathera

Y

Village Rathera - Village Mujahidpur

Runs across agricultural land and deviates to avoid Mujahidpur village

N Would have impacted the Mujahidpur village

Y

Source: Walkover Survey Y-Yes, N-No

The analysis of alternative reveals that the finalized alignment has taken cognizance of the socially sensitive receptors and hence is a viable route. See Table 3.4 for potential impacted area.

Table 3.4: Area impacted by 20 km line Length of line

(in Km). Right of way for a 220 KV line (in

meters)


No. of towers

Area required per

tower (in acre)

Total area required for towers (in

acres)

Potentially Impacted plots/

Households

20 7 49.40 58 0.012 0.696 58



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3.2.3 LILO of 132 kV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 kV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with ACSR (Painther) – 4.2 Km The LILO line shall commence from the proposed 132 kV sub-station at Kairu village, Bhiwani district, and connects to Tower no. 68 of the 132 kV Isherwal-Jui S/C line that lies at the back of the Indiwali village. Key features observed include a stretch of barren land adjacent to the site of the proposed sub-station, a Deer (chinkara) sanctuary which shall be avoided by this line. Land use observed along nearly the entire stretch is agriculture with different types of crops such as wheat, mustard, gram and trees such as Beria, Kikar, Doogar, Neem, etc. It crosses a small village road before reaching the end point of village – Indiwali. Table 3.5 below indicates the features marked on the alignment marked on topographic maps and subsequently observed and recorded during the survey undertaken and provides a comparison with straight line option that had been explored.

Table 3.5: Comparison of the finalized alignment and straight line option (4.2 km) Option 1 – Finalized

alignment Sensitivity

Y / N Option 2 - If the alignment had

taken the shortest route Sensitivity

Y / N Stretches

Impacts based on features observed as per maps and survey Village Kairu to Village Indiwali

Starts from proposed sub-station site and runs far from the Deer sanctuary/ Chinkara breeding park

Y Would have impacted or run very close to the Chinkara breeding park/ Deer sanctuary

N

Source: Walkover Survey Y-Yes, N-No The analysis of alternative reveals that the finalized alignment as indicated in the walkover survey has taken cognizance of the socially sensitive receptors such as the eco-logically sensitive area as the Breeding park/Sanctuary and is the only suitable option. See Table 3.6 for potential impacted area.

Table 3.6: Area impacted by 4.2 km line Length of line (in Km).

Right of way for a 132 kV line (in meters)


No. of towers

Area required per tower (in acre)

total area required for towers (in acres)

Potentially Impacted plots/ Households

4.2 7 7.26 15 0.012 0.09 15



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CHAPTER 4 – IMPACT ON LAND AND PERSONS

4.1 Introduction Like any investment in linear projects transmission lines impact inhabitants. This chapter provides details on the potential impacts that have been assessed during the survey and in consultations with the villagers. Socio–economic assessment of the proposed transmission line brought forth three types of impact on affected persons:

1. Agriculture land owner will experience insignificant impact due to tower erection; 2. Agriculture land owner will experience loss of crops during implementation; and 3. Reduced/potential drop in agricultural land rates through which the line is passing.

4.2 Social Impact Assessment of the Proposed Sub-packages The social impact assessment was carried out for all three transmission lines of this package in Hisar circle.

4.2.1 LILO of 132 kV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 13.260 km The finalized route of the proposed transmission line is nearly a straight line and did not require any alternative to be explored. It is clearly away from habitations. During the social assessment, it was found that the only impact likely shall be on the land under towers and under the line during construction. The land use is predominantly agricultural in the area wherein 2 villages – Masoodpur and Shekhpura lie en-route, though it crosses two road crossings. Approximately 5% of the land is barren in this entire stretch with the rest under cultivation. The entire route passes through agricultural land for nearly 90% of its entire length. Crops observed by the survey team during the visit were Mustard, Wheat, and Vegetables. It is estimated that 46 towers would be laid across the 13.260 km stretch would have the following impacts in terms of area as given in table 4.1.

Table 4.1 – Impacted agriculture area by 13.260 km transmission line Area (acres) Agriculture land (in acres) Estimated Crop area by type

of crop (in acres) Barren / Others

(in acres) Mustard 7 23.55 21 Wheat 14

2.35

Source: Preliminary Survey

4.2.2 LILO of both circuits of existing 220 kV D/C 400 KV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn at 220 kV S/Stn Sagban (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) 2 x 20 = 40 Km In the 4 villages that fall en-route in this sub-package, the land use is predominantly agricultural. Habitations are at least 2-4 km kilometer away from the finalized route alignment, thus ensuring that there is no impact on residential structures. These transmission lines shall run in parallel to another 220 kV transmission line and pass over agricultural fields. While HVPNL shall make efforts to minimize the crop damage by starting the work following the harvest season, it is unlikely to be in all cases, as the stringing of wires across such distances are likely to carry on for long periods of time cutting across months. Assessment of loss and damages to crops would be made during construction stages. Cropping patterns are likely to be impacted particularly for


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those owning pieces of land on which towers shall be footed. Overall at this stage the impact appears to be insignificant. During the implementation after tower points are fixed using theodolite surveys4, an assessment by the implementing agency will give the exact location of towers and number of plots impacted and extent of impact in terms of number of PAPs owning the land. It is estimated that 58 towers would be laid across the 20 km stretch would have the following impacts in terms of area as given in table 4.2. As indicated in the table, the entire route passes through agricultural land for nearly 90% of its length. Crops observed by the survey team during the visit were Mustard, Wheat, Gram and Vegetables.

Table 4.2 – Impacted agriculture area by 20 km transmission line Area (acres) Agriculture land (in acres) Estimated Crop area by type

of crop (in acres) Barren / Others

(in acres) Mustard 4 Wheat 33

49.40 44

Gram 7

5.94

Source: Preliminary Survey 4.2.3 LILO of 132 kV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 KV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with ACSR (Painther) – 4.2 Km The land use is predominantly agricultural in the area wherein 2 villages – Kairu and Indiwali fall en-route. A road crossing that separates the agricultural land and the village of Indiwali is the only feature. There is no impact on habitation or on the deer sanctuary. Nearly 95% of the entire stretch is of agricultural land with a few structures such as semi-pucca structures of 2-3 cow sheds that lie en-route. Crops observed by the survey team during the visit were Mustard, Wheat, and Gram. Trees observed en-route would be Ber, Kikar, Doogar, Neem. It is estimated that 15 towers would be laid across the 4.2 km stretch would have the following impacts in terms of area as given in table 4.3.

Table 4.3 – Impacted agriculture area by 4.2 km transmission line

Area (acres) Agriculture land (in acres) Estimated Crop area by type of crop (in acres)

Barren / Others (in acres)

Mustard 1 Wheat 3

7.26 5

Gram 1

1.82

Source: Preliminary Survey

4 Survey conducted using theodolite shall help to fix the following positions: a) Fixing of angle tower positions b) Finalizing of crossing points of major EHV lines (66 KV and above) & details of the lines; c) Finalizing of crossing points of Railway Tracks & details of such points.; d) Finalizing of crossing points of major rivers & details of such points.


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CHAPTER 5 – STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATIONS

5.1 Introduction Consultation refers to the two-way transfer of information or joint discussion between project staff and the community in concern. It helps identify impacts, the vulnerable groups, their source of vulnerabilities and the people and groups that are likely to be affected. It provides some of the details that planners cannot foresee. Besides information provided during such consultations help allay fears and misinformation. Under this package, three sets of consultations were held – with the officials, with Panchayats and community members and with the women’s groups. Consultations with officials were carried out to understand the coverage of the lines, the proposed route, the difficulties felt in selecting the most appropriate alignment, criterion adopted therein and the alternative routes explored, if any. Consultations with Panchayat/Village community members were carried out based on the list of issues that were part of the consultation checklist developed (see Annexure E1), and covered a host of issues, such as current land holding, BPL status, education, health, types of crops cultivated, likely employment opportunities, etc in order to assess the impact, identify vulnerabilities and understand their perceptions. Consultations with women’s groups were held to understand their perceptions and understand the variations in their perceptions towards a similar infrastructure development. An attempt too was made to understand the current power supply status, development schemes of government and other on-going development work in the village or in its vicinity. This chapter presents the summary of consultations held with these three groups.

5.2 Consultations for Sub-package III LILO of both circuits of existing 220 KV D/C 400 kV Mayar (PGCIL Hisar) S/Stn to Isherwal S/stn at 220 kV S/Stn Sagban (Tosham) with 0.4 sqm “ACSR (Zebra) = 20 Km

Consultations with Officials: Consultants interacted with Executive Engineer , Transmission System (T/S) Division, Sub Divisional Officer (S. D. O.) Civil, J. E., S.D.O. Civil at Bhiwani during the site visit. Consultations with officials indicated that the line was to traverse in parallel to another existing 220 kV line. Moreover deviations had been made as necessary to avoid human habitations had been carried out. They indicated that this option was the most suitable option, both from the load factor point of view and also from point of view of available electricity supply to the villages. Consultations with Community: Four villages that lie en-route the transmission line were given prior intimation regarding the proposed consultation and the topics that are likely to be discussed, and with a request to ensure good gathering and participation. Following this consultations were held in 3 villages i.e. Sagban (site for proposed 132 kV sub-station), Mujahidpur and Rathera. In the fourth village – Jatan Ki Chand/Kirawar, villagers were preoccupied with certain functions, and could not be consulted. Consultations were held with Panchayat member, villagers – general community to inform them about the project, understand their view and the perceived benefits. Attempt was made to see if the project would impact them positively or negatively. These covered a host of issues such as current land holding, crops sown, land area and holdings, and potential employment opportunities.


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Problems faced Agriculture is the mainstay of the majority along the proposed route and the land use as surveys indicated was predominantly agricultural. In these villages three phase power supply which is required for agricultural purposes is available for only 4-5 hours in 24 hours. Power supply for domestic usage available between 10 am - 11.00 am and 2.00 pm to 3.00 pm and later in the night for 1 hour, but it is too erratic. Also the light received is dim and not adequate for usage. Poor power supply leads to difficulty in operation of machines. Sometimes transformer gets overloaded leading to long power cuts at infrequent intervals, forcing them to stay in the dark in the night. They observed that water is saline and not good for consumption and felt that better water supply is a critical need just like better power supply. CFL5 bulbs are used in the village for providing electricity in the internal lanes/streets. Solar panels, as installed in other villages in the area are not there though they are aware of their presence in other villages. Information dissemination Consultations included information dissemination on the 220 kV line, details on likely period of commencement of construction works; height of the towers; time duration of construction, the ROW that would be required. Other information that were highlighted the requisite safety norms such as ground clearance of transmission wires from trees/structures, potential restrictions on land use, height of trees were also covered. Villagers seemed to be aware of such infrastructure works from their experiences with similar lines though of higher voltage i.e. 400 kV. These consultations ensured that people of impacted villages were aware of the land required for tower base and negative impact on standing crops. They were told that for this purpose there is a standard proforma (See Annexure E3 for Format) that they need to fill in and obtain signatures from Sarpanch of the village and also from the Patwari. The villagers in response indicated the need for compensation for crops and also mentioned that if access routes are planned through agriculture field, adequate compensation should be paid for crops. However, they were informed that HVPNL’s ESPP and provisions of compensation and assistances that are applicable. Safety Villagers at Mujahidpur in particular reported a few instances of a cattle dying because of accidents caused by low hanging wires, but mentioned that people have been safe thus far. Benefits of the project: Benefits were highlighted and these were indicative of their beliefs and anticipation of the project. Majority of the consulted stakeholders including the Sarpanch perceived that there was a need to change the present scenario of intermittent power supply, particularly as it impacts the agricultural potential of the villages. Better supply of electricity would help increase the productivity in the village. Another positive impact is the shortage of light particularly during evening hours that deprive the children of valuable time for their studies. Other issues Among other issues, villagers of Mujahidpur and Rathera observed that though roads are available there are no means of transportation. If the town buses are linked to this village, as at present its remoteness causes a lot of difficulty in accessing amenities in nearby town of Tosham or Bhiwani. Presently No NGOs are operational in the village. One key govt. scheme is operational i.e. NREGA scheme.

5 Compact fluorescent lamp (CFL), or energy saving light is a type of fluorescent lamp. Compared to general service incandescent lamps giving the same amount of visible light, CFLs generally use less power, have a longer rated life, but a higher purchase price.


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Consultations with women: Women were consulted only in Mujahidpur village as in other villages they were busy in the fields and household work. Women informed that farming is the main occupation and the type of crops that they sow. Total electricity supply during a day is around 5-6 hours a day. Sometimes crops were destroyed because of no electricity. Irrigation is an issue, particularly when electricity is not available regularly. Depth of ground water is a matter of concern because of shortage of other water bodies in the vicinity of the village except one which is already polluted due as it used for bathing buffaloes, and other garbage too is sunk into it. Regarding medical facilities they said there was no medical facility in the village and they had to approach the nearby towns at Bhiwani or Hisar for themselves.

Photo 1 - Well adjacent to the sub-station and transmission tower site at Sagban village


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Photo 2 – Consultations with panchayat and community at Sagban village

Photo 3 – Consultations with Women at Sagban village


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5.3 Consultations for Sub-package VI LILO of 132 kV Isherwal – Jui S/C line at 132 kV sub-station Kairu (Bhiwani) with ACSR (Painther) – 4.2 Km

Consultation with Officials: Consultants interacted with Executive Engineer, Transmission System (T/S) Division, Sub Divisional Officer (S. D. O.) Civil, J. E., S.D.O. Civil at Bhiwani during the visit. Consultations with officials indicated that the line was to begin from Kairu village wherein a 132 kV sub-station is to be constructed. Officials indicated LILO line had been deliberately routed to keep it a safe distance from the Deer Sanctuary/breeding park. It shall traverse across only agricultural field and meet the Isherwal – Jui S/C line at a predefined Tower point, beyond Indiwali village. Consultation with Community: Consultations were held at Kairu6 and Indiwali villages whose land shall be impacted by this line. Both villages shared the view that the villages had potential for all round development and the critical infrastructure of power had been a major bottleneck. They observed that 4-5 hours in a day is the total power supply available. Children find it extremely difficult to study at night because of poor power supply and in fact closer to exams they tend to stay in towns like Bhiwani to study better. Currently power that is available is only for 2-3 hours in the day time and for 2-3 hours in the night time. Sometimes it comes for only 15-20 minutes. Generator and handpumps are present in the village to help meet the water supply. Villagers complain that even for things like grinding of wheat grain, power supply is not insufficient. Heated wires of 11 kV lines had reportedly resulted in some hazard about a year back and they would like to ensure that such incidents do not happen again with the installation of the new 220 kV line. Consultations with Women: Farming is the main occupation in these villages, particularly in the village of Indiwali where the entire community is of Harijans. Electricity is available only for 5-6 hours. Sometimes crops were destroyed because of no electricity. Regarding other issues, they expressed there was no medical facility in the village and they go to Bhiwani and Tosham themselves as well as their cattle. Women expressed their anguish that several promises were made on the availability of water but not fulfilled. Women reported that they go to work for chunai and other labour class jobs in the nearby towns. If electricity were available it would facilitate household work, education of children and generate more employment because of industries.

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Photo 1 – Consultations at Kairu – I village

Photo 2 – Consultations at Kairu – I village


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Photo 3 - Consultations with women at Kairu village

Photo 4 - Consultations with villagers at Indiwali


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Photo 5 - Consultations at Indiwali village

5.4 Consultations for Sub-package IX LILO of 132 kV S/C Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur (Hansi) with 0.2 Sq.inch “ACSR (Painther) – 13.620 km

Consultations with Officials: Superintending Engineer Transmission System (T/S) Circle, Hisar; Executive Engineer T/S HVPNL Hisar; Assistant Electrical Engineer (AEE) & Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Construction S/D- II Hisar; XEN/ Civil, HVPNL, Hisar and Junior Engineer, HVPNL, Hisar were consulted. Officials indicated that the proposed line is the most optimum route and no other alternatives were considered because this straight line option was not impacting any structure. In fact, they stated even any minor deviations would not have led to any impact. Consultations with Community: Consultations included information dissemination on the 220 kV line, details on likely period of commencement of construction works; height of the towers; time duration of construction, the ROW that would be required. Benefits of the project too were highlighted and these were indicative of their beliefs and anticipation of the project. Community perceived benefits to be increase in the duration of power supply; temporary employment opportunity, increase in land rates, potential for developing industry as good power supply is a pre-requisite. Industry gets a fillip e.g. cottage industry, small scale industries. Household activities will be easier to carry out and particularly beneficial to students if there is improvement in duration of power supply to students for their studies. Besides, they expect power supply for 24 hrs with concession in electricity bill; preference in employment during construction and maintenance. A key apprehension relating to the project was with regard to the provision for compensation for land under the towers. They suggested that employment opportunities should be given under Government Schemes, polytechnic college, degree college and a hospital should come up in the village.


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Consultations with Women: Consultations with women group brought out key issues related to supply of water fresh drinking water for which women have to go far away up to village boundary. There is no hospital near by and for medical needs they have to go to Hansi. No hospital / PHC – they have to go Hansi (18 Km away) for treatment. There is no permanent space for Anganwadi centre. Education for elders (aged persons) is not available within village. No better education facilities, technical, vocational training centres are available for girls. Decision making right for women is limited and also no social activities are allowed for them. Employment opportunities are not available for women within the village.

They suggested that regular water and electric supply be made available. There is a requirement of health centres, maternal care within the village. Improvement in education level – requirement of Girls’ High School, Degree College, technical institute, vocational & computer training centre is needed. Permanent accommodation required for Anganwadi centre and stitching centre is a requirement too and also employment opportunities for women. Small scale industries, self help groups, etc. should be developed in the village. Training centres for improvement of Self employment opportunities should be established in the village under different government schemes.


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Photo 1 – Consultation with women at Masoodpur

Photo 2 – Consultation at Sheikhpura


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Table 5.1 – Key issues raised in consultations in Village Panchayat/Community members/Women’s groups in Package G-6 (Hisar Circle)

Sl. No.

No. of Participants

Issues discussed Benefits perceived by the community Apprehensions raised

by the community

Suggestions from community

1 215 General

Transmission lines (start point and destination) & KV (66/132/220/400)

Duration of construction for Tower erection/construction of Sub-station

Details of the ROW (right of way) of the transmission lines

Safety Issues

Ground clearance of transmission wire from trees/structures

Restrictions on land use

Restrictions on height of trees under transmission lines

Social impacts

Loss of land structures and other community property resources

Loss of standing crops, trees

Temporary Loss of access to road, etc.

Temporary loss of income

Potential depreciation of land price due to presence of a tower structure

Better power supply is welcome in context of the power cuts that take place because of transformer overload

Key infrastructural requirement for development

Helps development of industries

Helps education of children as longer hours and reliable power supply immensely benefits

Helps in carrying out domestic chores more efficiently and less strenuously

Safety issues particularly relating to 11 kV lines.

Lines should be placed higher as there have fatal incidents both relating to humans and cattle

Depreciation in land prices

Landlessness owing to the cumulative impact of this project development interventions planned

Though lines are taken over their fields, they may not be recipient of the power supply

Land under towers becomes totally un-usable as no tractor can ply on the land under the tower

Compensation for the land under the towers


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CHAPTER 6 – RESETTLEMENT POLICY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK 6.1 Policy, Legal and Regulatory Framework This section presents the legal requirements of Land Acquisition Policy and the Resettlement and Rehabilitation Policy and entitlements for affected families. The legal framework for any project includes process of land acquisition and measures to mitigate adverse impacts. Haryana government had published its R&R policy in 2007. As a result HVPNL has joined a list of other entities in power transmission business to have an Environment and Social Policy and Procedures document. The features of the R&R Policy are indicative of the kind of impacts that have been felt by such companies over many years. HVPNL undertakes its transmission activities within purview of Indian laws keeping in mind appropriate obligations and guidelines of statutory and funding agencies. As per provision contained in Haryana Electricity Reforms Act 1997 & Electricity Act, 2003 Acts, HVPNL has authority to install transmission towers in any kind of land. Electricity Act, 2003 seeks to create a framework for the power sector development by measures conducive to the industry. However, HVPNL integrates environmental protection as a part of its project activities. Power transmission schemes are planned in such a way that the power of eminent domain is exercised responsibly. Mandatory environment requirements for HVPNL transmission works include: Mandatory social requirements for HVPNL transmission works includes Land Acquisition Act 1894, Haryana Government Rehabilitation & Resettlement Policy for land acquisition Oustees and funding agencies requirement like WB OP 4.12 involuntary resettlement, WB OP 4.10 Indigenous People. National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy 2007 has also been consulted while framing the ESPP.

6.2 Procedure for Land Acquisition All land acquisition for any public purpose in the state is governed by the Land Acquisition Act 1894 as amended from time to time by the State Govt. This empowers the government to acquire compulsorily any land not owned by it which is required for a public purpose. The definition of land includes benefits to arise out of land & things attached to earth or permanently fastened to any thing attached to the earth. This act applies to those with legal entitlements to land and structures thereon. (i) For any LA the Act under Section (u/s)-4(1) stipulates publication of a notification to that

effect in the official Gazette and in 2 daily newspapers circulated in the locality, at least, one shall be in the regional language. Such a publication authorizes an authorized officer to enter upon such a land make a preliminary survey ascertain its suitability and determine the exact position of land to be acquired. However, person can enter into any building or any enclosure attached to a dwelling house either by giving notice of seven days to the occupant or with the consent of occupant. The substance of this notification is given as public notice at a convenient place in the locality in which the land to be acquired is located, such a notification provides an opportunity to the parties interested in the land to file objections if any, u/s-5A to the proposed acquisition.

(ii) In order to proceed with the acquisition of the land (as notified u/s-4) it is followed by declaration u/s 6 of the ibid Act specifying that land is required for public purpose. Every declaration is published in the official Gazette and in two daily newspapers with circulation in the local area, thereafter revenue Department issues direction to the Collector u/s-7 of the Act to take order for the acquisition of notified land to be marked


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out, measured land/or other immovable properties, which is done under the provision of Sec.8 of the act in question. Thereafter under the provisions contained in Sec.-9 notices are served to the concerned persons stating the intention of the Government to take possession of the land and that any claims for compensation should be made to the Collector, Finally, the award of compensation is made by the collector u/s-11 of the Act after inquiring into objections(if any) in pursuance of the notice given u/s-9 to the measurements made u/s-8 and into the value of the land on the date of publication of the notification/s4(1). The award u/s-11 is made within two years from the date of publication of the declaration and if no award is made within this period, the entire proceedings of the LA is lapsed and fresh notification u/s-(4) needs to be initiated. Once the award is passed, the collector takes possession of the land which there upon vests absolutely in the Government free from all encumbrances. However, in case of urgency Section-17 of the Act empowers the Collector to take possession of the land even though no award has been made. Such land thereupon vests with the Government free from all encumbrances.

However, this Act further provides remedy for seeking enhancement of compensation by the person to seek enhancement of compensation in lieu of acquired as per provisions contained in Sec.18 of ibid Act. This act was further amended in 1984 with respect to sections 4,23,28 and 34 which deal with publication of primary notification determination of compensation; power of the court in determining the amount of compensation; interest on compensation and payment of interest respectively. To sum up the amended provisions have resulted in the following:-

The publication of the primary notification, apart from the Official Gazette, has to be made in two daily newspapers circulated in that locality of which at least one shall be in the regional language.

In addition to the market value of the land the court is to award a sum of thirty percent as solatium on such market value in consideration of the compulsory nature of the acquisition.

The amount of compensation awarded by the court is not to be lower than the amount awarded by the collector.

The interest of excess compensation has been enhanced from 9 per cent to 15 per cent after the date of expiry of a period of one year from the date on which possession has been taken.

HVPNL strictly follows procedures laid down under the Land Acquisition Act (LA Act), 1894, when land is acquired for sub-stations. Once the award is passed, the collector takes possession of the land which there upon vests absolutely in the Government free from all encumbrances. These are further reinforced taking into consideration HVPNL’s entitlement framework and public consultation process apart from inbuilt consultation process of LA act, public consultation/information by HVPNL is an integral part of the project implementation. Public is informed about the project at every stage of execution by Press Notes and media etc. During socio-economic survey taken up in parallel with land acquisition process, HVPNL’s site officials meet people and inform them about the Land acquisition details, proposed R&R measures and compensation packages 6.3 World Bank Operational Policy on Involuntary Resettlement (OP 4.12) The objectives of the Bank’s policy on involuntary resettlement are as follows:

Involuntary resettlement should be avoided where feasible, or minimized, exploring all viable alternative project designs.


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Where it is not feasible to avoid resettlement, resettlement activities should be conceived and executed as sustainable development programs. Providing sufficient investment resources to enable the persons displaced by the project to share in project benefits.

Displaced persons should be meaningfully consulted and should have opportunities to participate in planning and implementing resettlement programs.

Displaced persons should be assisted in their efforts to improve their livelihoods and standards of living or at least to restore them, in real terms, to pre-displacement levels or to levels prevailing prior to the beginning of project implementation whichever is higher

6.4 HVPNL Environment and Social Policy and Procedures The ESPP of the company has been developed following consideration of all the mandatory requirements of the national and state policies and acts and also the guidelines of funding agencies in addressing the social and environmental issues arising out of its activities. The company is committed to identify, assess, and manage environmental and social concerns at both organization and project levels by strictly following the basic principals of avoidance, minimization and mitigation of environmental & social impacts with the improvement of Management Systems and introduction of State of the Art and proven technologies. The key principles of HVPNL’s social policy are: 1. Avoid any disruption of socially sensitive areas with regard to human habitation and areas of

cultural significance; 2. Wherever losses are suffered, assistance will be provided to the affected persons to improve

or at least regain their living standards; 3. Consultations will be held among local population regarding finalization of proposed route of

the transmission lines and sub-stations; 4. Ensure in delivering R&R entitlements and compensation for lost assets based on HVPNL’s

entitlement framework. 5. Involuntary resettlement will be avoided or minimized by exploring all viable alternative

project designs. 6. All adversely affected persons including those without title to land will be provided

assistance to improve or regain their living standards to the pre project levels. 7. Special attention will be paid for the improvement of living standards of marginalized and

vulnerable groups. 8. If any person’s remaining land holding becomes operationally non viable, the entire holding

will be acquired and compensated accordingly, if the Affected Family (AF) desires. A similar approach will be adopted for structures affected partially.

9. Physical works will not commence on any portion of land before compensation and assistance to the affected population have been provided in accordance with the policy framework.

6.5 Social Entitlement Framework The prescriptive social entitlement framework derives from the aforementioned constitutional directives national R&R Policy, State R&R Policy and relevant policies. Physical displacement of people is not, and will not be, a major consequence of the company’s projects as has been the experience in the case with the other transmission companies. Regardless of displacement occurs, the entitlement framework will be a base for all its management procedures. The objective of the HVPNL’s framework is to ensure realistic rehabilitation and compensation of the acquired assets of the AFs covers categories such as loss of land (Homestead land, agriculture land, tenants, lease holders, encroachers/ squatters etc), loss of structure ( with valid title, tenants, lease holders, squatters, cattle sheds, workshop sheds etc.), loss of livelihood, loss of standing crops/ trees, loss of access to Common Property Resources (CPR) and facilities,


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losses to host communities, Panchayat land and additional benefits for vulnerable person. Based on review of literature – walkover survey and Topo maps and surveys carried out by the team, it is to be stated that for the transmission under Package G-6, the applicable provision shall be relating to the compensation for loss of standing crops. See Table 6.1 that provides HVPNL’s social entitlement framework applicable for all kinds of impacts.

Table 6.1 - HVPNL's Social Entitlement Framework

Sr. No.

Type of Loss/ Impact Entitled Person/s Entitlement

1. Loss of Land

a) Homestead land with valid title, or customary or usufruct rights

Titleholders

i) Cash compensation as per LA Act 1894

ii) Actual registration charges for purchase of alternate land for maximum of compensation amount within one year as per proof of purchased land.

iii) The land owners will be paid annuity for 33 years over and above the usual land compensation. The amount of annuity will be Rs. 15,000/-per acre per annum on prorata basis. Annuity of Rs. 15,000/- will be increased by a fixed sum of Rs.500/- every year as per State Government Policy.

Vulnerable person Titleholders One time additional compensation of Rs.5000 per acre on prorate basis will be paid in addition to above entitlements.

b) Agricultural Land

(i) With valid title Titleholders i) Cash compensation as per LA Act 1894

ii) Actual registration charges for purchase of alternate land for maximum of compensation amount within one year as per proof of purchased land.

The land owners will be paid annuity for 33 years over and above the usual land compensation. The amount of annuity will be Rs. 15,000/-per acre per annum on prorata basis. Annuity of Rs. 15,000/- will be increased by a fixed sum of Rs.500/- every year as per State Government Policy.

Vulnerable person Titleholders One time additional compensation of Rs.5000 per acre on prorate basis will be paid in addition to above entitlements.

(ii) tenants, sharecroppers, leaseholder including the commercial and other establishments

Individual with proof of tenancy/share cropping/leasing

Reimbursement for unexpired tenancy/share cropping/lease period.

Note: This amount will be deducted from the compensation payable to land owners.

Vulnerable person Individual with proof of tenancy/share

One time additional compensation of Rs.5000 will be paid in addition to above entitlements.


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Table 6.1 - HVPNL's Social Entitlement Framework

Sr. No.

Type of Loss/ Impact Entitled Person/s Entitlement

cropping/leasing

(iii) Encroacher/Squatters Occupant Assistance to be provided for inclusion in various Government Schemes.

2. Loss of structure

(i) with valid title, Structure owner

i) Compensation as per Haryana PWD scheduled rates

ii) One time financial assistance of Rs.10,000/- for shifting of family, building ma

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