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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 HARYANA POWER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

DRAFT RESETTLEMENT AND REHABILITATION ACTION PLAN

PACKAGE G-6

TRANSMISSION LINES, PANCHKULA & KARNAL CIRCLES

220 kV D/C LINE FROM 400 kV S/STN PKL TO 220 kV S/STN RAIWALI (PANCHKULA)

LILO OF ONE CIRCUIT OF 220 kV D/C PANCHKULA – TAPLA LINE AT 220 kV S/STN RAIWALI (PANCHKULA)

LILO OF ONE CIRCUIT OF 132 kV D/C PTPS – CHANDAULI LINE AT 132 kV S/STN KABRI (PANIPAT)

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HARYANA VIDYUT PRASARAN NIGAM LIMITED

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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 – ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES ................................................................................ 14 3.1 Introduction................................................................................................................ 14

CHAPTER 4 – IMPACT ON LAND AND PERSONS ........................................................................... 19 4.1 Introduction................................................................................................................ 19 4.2 Social Impact Assessment of the Proposed Sub-packages ........................................... 19

CHAPTER 5 – COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS ............................................................................. 22 5.1 Introduction................................................................................................................ 22 5.2 Consultations for Sub-package IV & V....................................................................... 22 5.3 Consultations for Sub-package X................................................................................ 26

CHAPTER 6 – RESETTLEMENT POLICY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK................................................ 29 6.1 Policy, Legal and Regulatory Framework ................................................................... 29 6.2 Procedure for Land Acquisition .................................................................................. 29 6.3 World Bank Operational Policy on Involuntary Resettlement (OP 4.12) ..................... 30 6.4 HVPNL Environment and Social Policy and Procedures ............................................ 31 6.5 Social Entitlement Framework.................................................................................... 31

CHAPTER 7 – INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS AND GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISMS........ 36 7.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 36 7.2 Institutional Framework .............................................................................................. 36 7.3 Social Procedures........................................................................................................ 36 7.4 Capacity Building....................................................................................................... 37 7.5 Grievance Redress Mechanism ................................................................................... 38

CHAPTER 8 – BUDGET ESTIMATES ............................................................................................. 40 8.1 Introduction................................................................................................................ 40 8.2 Compensation............................................................................................................. 40 8.3 Budget and Costs........................................................................................................ 40

CHAPTER 9 – IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE ............................................................................... 45 9.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 45 9.2 Tasks and Schedule........................................................................................................ 45


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LLLIIISSSTTT OOOFFF AAANNNNNNEEEXXXUUURRREEESSS Annexure A – Panchkula (13.2 km and 4.2 km LILO line) Annexure A1 – Photographs of area en-route in Ambala/Panchkula ............................................................................ 47 Annexure A2 – Community consultations .................................................................................................................. 48 Annexure A3 – Walkover Survey and route marked on Toposheets ............................................................................ 60 Annexure B – Panipat (13.2 km and 4.2 km LILO line) Annexure B1 – Photographs of area en-route in Panipat.............................................................................................. 62 Annexure B2 – Community consultations................................................................................................................... 63 Annexure B3 – Walkover Survey and route marked on Toposheets............................................................................. 65 Annexure C1 – Rates of Trees and Crops ................................................................................................................... 66 Annexure D – List of Officials Annexure D1 – List of Officials ................................................................................................................................. 75 Annexure E – Checklist and Questionnaires Annexure E1 – Consultation Checklist ....................................................................................................................... 77 Annexure E2 – Census /Socio Economic Survey Questionnaire .................................................................................. 79


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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AEE Assistant Electrical Engineer

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 and Procedures

GOI Government of India

GRC Grievance Redressal Committee

HH Household

HPGCL Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited.

HVPNL Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited

IT Information Technology

JE Junior Engineer

kV Kilo volts

LAA Land Acquisition Act, 1894 (1984)

OP Operational Policy

PAF Project Affected Families

NGO Non Government Organization

NRRP National Resettlement and Rehabilitation Policy 2007

PAF Project Affected Family

RRAP Resettlement and Rehabilitation Action Plan

ROW Right of Way

SAMP Social Assessment and Management Plan

SC Scheduled Castes

SDO Sub-Divisional Officer

TS Transmission System

UHBVNL Utter Haryana Bijli Vitaran Nigam Limited

XEN/EE Executive Engineer

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 Panchkula and Karnal Circles. 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 two different circles and three districts, a total of 85 towers shall be footed for which the landowners would witness insignificant impact on their land. Each landowner will have limited access to the tower land 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 5 villages in the rural areas. A total of 49.68 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, wheat and cotton. However, HVPNL may like to avoid these standing crops by scheduling the timing of the construction works between two crops. Community Consultations The 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 5 villages with the respective Panchayats, village communities and women groups. These consultations brought forth the necessity of project intervention of this kind. Two distinct perceptions emerged from these discussions. At present, power supply is inadequate and demand for more power was unanimous to meet the domestic and agricultural needs with villagers across the districts of Ambala, Panipat regardless of their socio-economic status. 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 Sangwan (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 Masudpur (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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Depreciation in value of land and potential limited access to land emerged as their main concerns and therefore requested re-routing of the lines to save their land. 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 and trees 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 and trees for lines under Panchkula circle has been estimated at Rs. 20,81,394/- Rupees Twenty Lakhs Eighty One Thousand Three Hundred and Ninety Four) Only. Compensation for crops under Karnal circle has been estimated at Rs. 75,600/- (Rupees Seventy Five Thousand Six Hundred) 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


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take appropriate measures to balance the interest of various stake-holders in the power sector, namely electricity consumers, power entities and generation companies etc. 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 Sangwan (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 Masudpur (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) 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) 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 ten districts in the state, namely, Palwal, Faridabad, Bhiwani, Panchkula, Karnal, Rewari, Mewat, Mahendragarh, Hisar and Panipat. The present report contains the findings of the social assessment for the impacted area in Panchkula and Karnal circle due to the proposed transmission lines. 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 The alignments of transmission lines in rural areas 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 assistances outlines in the policy to the persons identified as entitled to such assistance.

Scope of the study The scope of the present study included a survey for these transmission line routes for.

a) identifying potentially affected populations with special attention to vulnerable group such as indigenous/tribal population, scheduled caste, landless families and women headed/physically handicapped families.

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. The phase was important to scope the activities. It also included preparation of social assessment tools, questionnaire and Focus Group Discussion 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


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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-economic conditions, and living standards of affected 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 Districts profile of Panchkula, Ambala and Panipat (inclusive of Population, social composition w.r.t. to SC 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 – Panchkula (13.2 km and 4.2 km LILO line) Annexure B – Panipat (2.305 km line) Annexure C – Crops and Tree Rates Annexure D – List of Officials Annexure E – Checklist 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 pass through under Package G-6. Details are given on those specific villages in each of these districts that were marked on the toposheets. These details include details in terms of literacy rates, working population and social composition such as proportion of Scheduled Castes (SCs) to the overall population. The sub-packages pass through two districts of Haryana – Panchkula and Panipat.

2.2 Profile of the Project Districts Ambala district is surrounded by Himachal Pradesh in the north and east, Punjab and Union Territory of Chandigarh in the west and by Ambala district in the south as well as east. Ambala district shares its borders with Chandigarh, Mohali district, Ambala district and Solan district.

Figure 2.1 – Map of Ambala District

Figure 2.2 – Map of Panipat District

Panipat is an ancient and historic city in Panipat District, Haryana state, India. It is 90 km from Delhi on NH-1 and comes under the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Panipat is a city of textiles and carpets. It is the biggest centre for cheap blankets and carpets in India and has a handloom weaving industry.

Table 2.1 – Socio-economic profile of project districts

S.No. Name of district

Total Population

Female Male SC Total Workers

Main Workers

1 Panipat 967449 438589 528860 152803 382801 289013

2 Ambala 655425 303196 352229 140961 213950 187348

Source: Census of India, 2001

The districts of Panipat and Ambala districts have population less than 10 lakhs. Panipat district at l5% has less Scheduled Caste population, though in terms of workforce, both Panipat and Ambala districts, 30% of the total population comprise the workforce.


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2.3 Socio-Economic Profile of Impacted Villages

Under Panchkula circle

(i) 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

Table 2.2 – Socio-economic details of villages en-route 13.2 km line


Name of village

Total Population


Main Workers

1 Panchkula Nagal 1177 518 659 299 433 385

2 -do- Bataur 3379 1501 1878 390 1059 977

3 Ambala Nagayaon 1233 557 676 151 686 600

4 -do- Raiwali 1849 847 1002 566 580 550


The villages en-route this l3.2 km line all have a population less than 5000 with Bathoud village having the highest at 3379 nos. The Scheduled caste population is between less than 15% in Bathoud and Nayagaon villages, where it is in the range of 25-30% in Nagal and Raiwali villages. In terms of workforce, Nagal and Bathaoud villages have approximately 33% of their population as the workforce, whereas in case of Nayagaon, the percentage is more than 50%, while it is marginally more than 25% in case of Raiwali village. (ii) 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

Table 2.3 – Socio-economic details of villages en-route 4.5 km LILO line


Name of village

Total Population


Main Workers

1 Ambala Nagayaon 1233 557 676 151 686 600

2 -do- Raiwali 1849 847 1002 566 580 550


The villages enroute this l3.2 km line and the 4.2 km LILO line all have a population less than 5000 with Bathoud village having the highest at 3379 nos. The Scheduled caste population is between less than 15% in Bathoud and Nayagaon villages, where it is in the range of 25-30% in Nagal and Raiwali villages. In terms of workforce, Nagal and Bathaoud villages have approximately 33% of their population as the workforce, whereas in case of Nayagaon, the percentage is more than 50%, while it is marginally more than 25% in case of Raiwali village. Under Karnal circle (iii) 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



Name of village

Total Population


Main Workers

1 Panipat Kabri 5863 2546 3317 2162 2041 2008


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Name of village

Total Population


Main Workers


Kabri is a signficanly big village with a population in excess of 5000. Nearly 37% of the total population belong to Scheduled Castes 34% of the population constitutes the workforce engaged in agriculture and industry.


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CHAPTER 3 – 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 the 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 this Package G-6, the applicable impacts are:

i) Land for footing the transmission towers: The amount of land required for footing2 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. As per official estimates a total of 85 towers are to be placed for the transmission line in the two circles comprising of 3 districts. 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.

2 Depending upon the tower type – A or B or C or D used, the area of land required for footing a tower could vary, but is likely to be between 25 sq.m or 49 sq.mtr


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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/ urban area that the finalized transmission line route

shall pass through 1 220 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

13.2 58 4

2 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

4.5 17 2*

3 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

2.305 10 1

Total 20.005 85 5

* two villages are common to both the lines

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.


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3.2.1 220 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

The proposed transmission line shall commence from the 400 kV Sub-station at village Naggal and pass through 2 other villages – Nayagaon and Bathoud, before terminating at Raiwali sub-station which is the site for the proposed 220 kV sub-station. There are two other villages in the vicinity of Naggal i.e. Sultanpur, Jajouli, though the line does not impact the agricultural land of these villages. Other key features observed alongside and en-route include many poultry farms, one petrol pump, a canal, a road and a rural road. Trees of different types were observed too. Those closer to the main road are plantations of PWD and these are mostly Safeda (Eucalyptus). Besides closer to the end point, it crosses through an area densely populated plantation of Kikar, Shisham, Safeda, Shahtoot, Mango, Ber and Neem. Officials estimate that approximately 2500-3000 private trees would come within the ROW of this line. Table 3.2 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 3.2: Comparison of the finalized alignment and straight line option (13.2 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 Naggal to village Bathoud

Starts from the agricultural land of village and runs along the main road, besides is at the backside of the many structures such as poultry farm and a petrol pump

N Same as finalized option N

Village Bathoud to village Nayagaon

The line crosses the road and takes a sharp turn at near 75% degrees and crosses the road and runs along the Dangri river; in addition it also crosses the 220 kV Tepla-Panckhula line

N Would have impacted village Barwala

Y

Village Nayagaon to village Raiwali

line continues but moves away from the river, runs into area densely populated by trees and over the earthen check dam (bandh)

Y Would have crossed agricultural fields, but would have impacted existing structures of poultry farm

Y

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 and hence is a viable route. See Table 3.3 for potential impacted area.

Table 3.3: Area impacted by 13.2 km line Length of line (in Km).

Right of way for a 220 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

13.2 10 32.60 58 0.012 0.696 58

Source: Walkover Survey


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3.2.2 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) – 4.525 Km

The LILO line shall commence from Nayagaon village wherein it intercepts the Panchkula-Tapla line and continues till village Raiwali – site of the proposed 220 kV sub-station. Other key features observed en-route include many poultry farms and a rural road. Trees closer to the main road are plantations of Public Works Department, Govt. of Haryana and these are mostly Safeda (Eucalyptus). Besides closer to the end point, it crosses through an area densely populated with trees such as Kikar, Shisham, Safeda, Shahtoot, Mango, Ber and Neem. Officials estimate that approximately 2500-3000 private trees would come within the ROW of this line. Table 3.4 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.



Y / N Option 2 - If the alignment had


Y / N Stretches

Impacts based on features observed as per maps and survey Village Nayagaon to village Raiwali

runs into area densely populated by trees and over an earthen check dam (bandh)

Y would have crossed agricultural fields, but would have impacted existing structures of poultry farm

Y

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 structures en-route and is comparatively a more suitable option. The potential impacted area is shown in Table 3.5.




No. of towers




4.525 10 11.12 17 0.012 0.204 17

Source: Preliminary Survey, 2009

3.2.3 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 The proposed LILO line shall commence from the proposed 132 kV sub-station at Kabri village, Panipat district, and connect to 132 kV D/C PTPS – Chandauli line. It shall cross over a barren piece of land adjacent to the proposed station before crossing over to the agricultural land and continues till the end of its length. The land use in the village is a mix of industrial and agriculture. Approximately 0.3 km of the line crosses the barren piece of land and a kutcha road. The remaining section of the line shall cross agricultural field that have wheat crop sown in it. This section of the line is approximately 4-6 km away from habitation on one side and also 2-3 km from a few trees i.e. Kikar that were observed. Table 3.6 below indicates the features marked on the alignment marked on topographic maps and subsequently observed and recorded during


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the survey undertaken and provides a comparison with straight line option that had been explored.



Y / N Option 2 - - If the alignment had


Y / N Stretches

Impacts based on features observed as per maps and survey Existing 33 kV S/Stn at Village Kabri

Starts from the existing S/stn (to be upgraded to 132 kV s/stn) and deviates to avoid industry complex adjacent to sub-station

Y Would have impacted industry complex adjacent to sub-station

N

Existing 33 kV S/Stn at Village Kabri

Starts from the existing S/stn (to be upgraded to 132 kV s/stn) and deviates to avoid industry complex adjacent to sub-station

Y Would have impacted industry complex adjacent to sub-station

N

Source: Walkover Survey, 2009 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 industrial complex and is the only suitable option. The potential impacted area has been shown in Table 3.7.




No. of towers




2.305 7 3.99 10 0.006 0.06 10

Preliminary Survey, 2009


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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 trasnmsision lines of this package in Panchkula and Karnal circles. 4.2.1 220 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 The land use is predominantly agricultural in the four villages that fall en-route this line. The area has three other key features namely – poultry farms, a densely populated tree cover and also an earthern check dam. In the initial 4 km length, the line traverses along the main road (NH -73) and closer to the Dangri river. The rest of the length is away from the river and crosses the road and traverses across agriculture fields. While the route alignment avoids the poultry farm structures, it shall impact and result in felling of nearly 2500-3000 private trees as per official estimates. A majority of these trees are private trees while the rest alongside the road belong to PWD. In terms of impact on crops, while HVPNL shall and can make efforts to minimize the crop damage by starting the work following the harvest season, it shall not be possible in the case of these trees. Assessment of loss and damages to crops would be made during construction stages as a large number of households that depend on agricultural labor would be impacted. Overall at this stage the impact appears to be limited to trees and standing crops. During the implementation after tower points are fixed using theodolite surveys3, an assessment by the implementing agency will give the exact number of plots impacted and extent of impact in terms of number of PAPs owning the land. Socio-economic assessment carried out brought out that most villages have more than 1000 acres of agricultural land in the area.

It is expected that 58 towers would be laid across the 13.2 km stretch would have the following impacts in terms of area as given in table 4.1. As indicated in the table, the entire route passes through agricultural land for nearly 80% of its entire length. Crops observed by the survey team during the visit were Mustard, Wheat, and Vegetables.

Table 4.1 – Impacted agriculture area by 13.2 km transmission line Area (acres) Agriculture land (in acres) Estimated Crop area by type

of crop (in acres) Barren / Others

(in acres) Mustard 2 Wheat 22

32.60 24

Vegetables 0

8.15


3 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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However, footing of towers on land of village Naggal seems significant (See Chapter 5 on consultations) as consultations in the village revealed that they are opposed to the site of the POWERGRID sub-station, from where the proposed transmission line would start. Before starting the work on the transmission line, the HVPNL is advised to address the issue of the said substation site identified by POWERGRID. The social opposition of this site has spread across the area and the villagers are likely to oppose footing of towers, if the issue of substation site is not resolved. 4.2.2 LILO of one circuit of 220 kV D/C Panchkula – Tepla line at 220 kV S/Stn Raiwali (Panchkula) with 0.4 sq. ACSR (Zebra) – 4.5 Km The land use through which the transmission line is proposed is predominantly agricultural. Poultry farms, a densely populated tree covered area, an earthern check dam and a PMGSY road under-construction were the other features observed. While the route alignment avoids the poultry farm structures, it clearly shall result in felling of nearly 500-600 private trees that include fruit bearing trees such as Mango, Shahtoot, etc and mostly used for household consumption. In terms of impacts on crops, HVPNL shall and can make efforts to minimize the crop damage by starting the work following the harvest season. However, it would not be possible in case of trees. Overall, at this stage, the impact appears to be limited to crops and trees. During the implementation after tower points are fixed using theodolite surveys4, an assessment by the HVPNL/ contractor will give the exact number of plots impacted and extent of impact in terms of number of PAPs owning the land.

It is expected that 17 towers would be laid across the 4.5 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 entire length. Crops observed by the survey team during the visit were Mustard, Wheat, and Vegetables.

Table 4.2 – Impacted agriculture area by 4.5 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 8

11.12 9

Vegetables 0*

2.12


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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4.2.3 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 The chosen route avoids the industrial area adjacent to the existing sub-station and travels across a small patch of barren land before taking a straight route right till its end point. The distance between the proposed line and habitation of Kabri village is at least 3-6 km along its route and hence there is no impact on habitation. There is no impact on any tree either. The area of village Kabri has merged with Panipat district with land usage divided between industrial and agricultural activities. A total of 10 towers are likely to be footed in this stretch and these would have the following impacts in terms of area as given in table 4.3.

Table 4.3 – Impacted agriculture area by 2.305 km transmission line

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

Barren / Others (in acres)

3.99 3 Wheat 14 0.99 Source: Walkover Survey

Overall there will be no impact on land. No land acquisition is required in this sub-package for erecting towers. A full length socio-economic survey was not undertaken as the exact location of the transmission towers won’t be known till near the date of installation. A detailed survey would be required after the finalization of tower bases and transmission line route, to ascertain and record the impacted persons the Contractor/executing agency will need to record the name of the owner, current use and type of land and extent of damages suffered by the construction activities. During the project execution, demand for compensation by any affected person, shall be decided as per The Works of Licensees Rules, 2006.


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CHAPTER 5 – COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONS

5.1 Introduction Consultation refers to the two-way transfer of information or joint discussion between project proponent and the community in concern. It helps build a rapport with the community and also helps to provide certain details on the area that planners cannot often foresee. It helps identify impacts, the vulnerable groups, their source of vulnerabilities and the people and groups that are likely to be affected. Besides, information provided during such consultations help allay fears and builds trust – a key aspect to the successful implementation of any project. This chapter provides details on the consultations held during the field visit and their outcomes

with respect to the villages where the four sub-stations are sited. 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 plan

for the sub-station, the difficulties felt in selecting the most appropriate alignment, criterion

adopted therein and the alternative 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 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 IV & V 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

Consultations with Officials: XEN, T/S Division, Assistant Executive Engineer and, A.A.E, Madanpur sub-station were consulted. Consultations with officials indicated that the line was to begin from Naggal village. This is the site wherein a 400 kV sub-station would be constructed and operated by POWERGRID for a period of five years before being handed over to HVNPL. Officials indicated that villages in the area were having fertile land and the route had many trees that need to be cut. However, they had managed to avoid structures i.e. poultry farms. Consultations with Community: Four villages – Naggal, Bathoud, Nayagaon and Raiwali fall en-route. All the villages shared the common concern of poor and inadequate power supply and its associated problems.


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Agriculture is the mainstay of the majority along the proposed route and the land use is predominantly agricultural. Three phase supply that is required for agriculture is available for 4-5 hours in a day. Even this supply is only available only every other day with too many interruptions. The village of Raiwali – site of the proposed 220 kV sub-station indicated that though their village is well developed, it receives only a maximum of 4-5 hours of power every day. Villagers in Bathoud and Nayagaon on many occasions have protested against the erratic power supply, but have subsequently realized the difficulties faced by the officials. They are aware that the existing transformer of 8 MVA is inadequate and often breaks down and requires replacement or upgradation. These power cuts and resultant protests increase during summers and also during the paddy crop season when more water is required. They were vocal in their disapproval of the sectoral distribution of power wherein many of these lines are constructed onn their land but are meant to serve the industries and commercial areas of Chandigarh, Gurgaon, Panchkula. They mentioned that the due to inadequate power supply, agriculture suffers the most. They also voiced their concern that children do not get power to study in the evenings and have to rely upon other sources and means such as oil lamps. Besides, being a costly option, the smoke emanating is also stressful on their eyes. It is not possible to use as they too need to be recharged for which there is not enough power. Refrigerators are sent for repair as they get affected due to power cuts. A related social concern is that many ladies in the village prefer to stay away from the village during the peak summer months beginning April till August as they are unwilling to face the power cuts. These ladies go back to Chandigarh/Panchkula due to such power shortages. A related social concern is that those ladies who are habituated to life in Panchkula/Chandigarh where power supply is adequate, do not desire to stay for more than a week. Consequently, parents of such girls, are unwilling to marry their daughters to such persons in villages where there is little power supply. The village of Nayagaon has a peculiar problem wherein it is served by different feeders – one is providing electricity and another provides for water supply. As a result when the water is supplied vide the other feeder, the villagers are unable to store water since they do not have electricity and end up seeing water wasted. If it had been the same feeder then they could use their motor pumps to operate and store water in overhead tanks. They requested that this issue be resolved following which they could derive benefits of this proposed line. They reported good water quality. They are not averse to the proposed transmission line, but doubt whether they will get as much supply as neighboring state of Punjab where they perceive that villagers get 22 hours power supply per day. Government has provided Solar lighting panels in the village of Nayagaon – six of them with each one supporting one tubelight. These panels automatically switches on in the village at evening and provides for street lighting and it provides till morning 4.00 am and is seen to be beneficial. Among other issues, the villagers opine that there are no NGOs operational in the village or in the area. Many persons from BPL families go to nearby areas for labor as the wage rates in the nearby areas are higher. 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. Other information that 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


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i.e. 400 kV. These consultations ensure that people of impacted villages were aware of the land required for tower base and negative impact on standing crops. 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 land. No safety related concerns were reported. The Consultants noted a key issue at Naggal at the starting point of this 220 kV transmission line. Here, POWERGRID shall be constructing a 400 kV sub-station5 at this village and for it has already issued LA notifications – 4(1), 6 (1) and 9 (1). The villagers propose another site for the same. They fear landlessness due to the substation and another project planned by Haryana State Industrial Development Corporation (HSIDC). They indicated that they raised their voice against this site and suggested another site adjacent to the current site which will be suitable and it would only extend the length of the proposed line. The Sarpanch indicated that in case of substation he has to give 20 acres of land and that he is left with only 50 odd acres of land. The villagers during discussion were found to be aggressive on this issue and indicated they might resort to other means if the issue is not amicably settled. (See Annexure A2 for full detail of this consultation). In the light of this consultation, it is suggested that both the siting of the 400 kV sub-station and the emanating 220 kV transmission line be reviewed.

Consultations with women: Women were consulted in only two villages of Raiwali and Nayagaon. Women expressed disappointment that though they have constructed big houses, all the time they have shortage of power. Some of them even suggested that they ought to have to have separate houses so that they can spend their summers in the Punjab to avoid the heat. Many refrigerators have been sold off due to low voltage. Certain domestic chores such as processing of cattle fodder manually becomes strenuous as on occasions the fodder is too strong. As a result, their cattle stay hungry for a few days. Women and men use auto rickshaws and bicycles to cross the border to Punjab to fetch water where it is available in abundance. They are particularly desperate during the harvest season, and also for paddy cultivation. They also expressed inadequate supply in the evening which affects study of children and particularly during examination times. The available water supply is not satisfactory as the water is sticking and greasy water occasionally and irritating. Also occasionally due to the problem of water supply they are not able to take bath on occasions.

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Photo 1 – Consultations with Panchayat member and villagers at Naggal village

Photo 2 – Consultations at Nayagaon village


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5.3 Consultations for Sub-package X 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

Consultation with Officials: Consultants met with XEN T/S Division, Panipat district and other junior officials. Interactions with the officials indicated that the proposed 2.305 km is a short LILO line that shall connect the upgraded 132 kV station at Kabri village to the line from the Panipat Thermal Power Station (PTPS- Chandauli). They stated they used the existing Right of Way (ROW) and also to ensure that settlements and industries are not impacted the line is going over agricultural field and avoids structures and also trees before connecting to Chandauli line. Consultations with Community & Women: Consultations were held with community and also with a Mill owner in the Kabri village. BPL housing colony: Majority of persons in the BPL colony work in the agricultural field through which the line passes, and live adjacent to the Sub-station. They work as laborers in adjacent factories. With respect to power supply, they state that they receive 7-8 hours of power supply and have a single fan at home and pay Rs. 200-300 per month as bill to pay. While some of these households have legal connections, other are reported to have illegal connections. On other issues they stated that for education children go to school in Kabri village that is bordering Panipat. Their main occupation is working in adjacent factories and occasions such as at present, wherein due to lower demand, currently there is shortage of work. As per government policy, they get education facilities for girl children besides the routine provisions that give them Rs. 2 kg/wheat, kerosene – Rs. 10/litre.

Mill owner: The factory carries out Spinning, weaving, finishing and producing yarn for blankets with markets all over India. They work in 3 shifts and experience tripping for an intervals of 5 minute. For approximately 3-6 hours in a day they experience power cuts and for this period, they depend on diesel generator. The factory has three meters totaling to 210 kilowatt connection. They require water for the commercial consumption and have submersible pumps to fetch ground water. They observed that it would be better to have reliable and better power supply and hoped that this upgradation would help reduce dependence on diesel gensets which in turn help improve production and also profits. It would significantly help to meet production targets without resorting to use of gensets or inverters. Also they observed that if prior schedule of powers cuts were made available to them, that would immensely help them to schedule production.


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Photo 1 – Consultations with residents of Lakshmi colony 2-3 km from the route of proposed 2.3 km line

Photo 2 - Consultations with women of Kabri sub-station colony

Photo 3 – Consultations with officials at Kabri village enroute 2.3 km LILO line


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

Sl. No.

No. of Participants

Issues discussed Benefits perceived by the community Apprehensions raised

by the community

Suggestions from community

1 61 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 been fatal incidents both relating to human beings 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

Re-routing of transmission line route to avoid agricultural fields

Increase ground clearance of wires so that people, particularly in farms do not feel induction while passing below these lines.


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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 lines under Panchkula and Karnal circles 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

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