BAGTHALA-KALINGA DISTRIBUTION LINE SUBPROJECT

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

BAGTHALA-KALINGA DISTRIBUTION LINE SUBPROJECT

Bajhang District, Sudurpaschim Province

OCTOBER 2021

CLIENT:

NEPAL ELECTRICITY AUTHORITY

DISTRIBUTION AND CONSUMER SERVICE DIRECTORATE

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM UPGRADE AND

EXPANSION PROJECT (DSUEP)

DURBAR MARG KATHMANDU NEPAL

DURBAR MARG, KATHMANDU, NEPAL

CONSULTANT:

NEA ENGINEERING COMPANY LIMITED, TRADE TOWER

THAPATHALI, KATHMANDU, NEPAL

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TABLE OF CONTENT

TABLE OF CONTENT ....................................................................................................................... II

LIST OF TABLES ............................................................................................................................. III

LIST OF FIGURES ........................................................................................................................... III

LIST OF ANNEXES .......................................................................................................................... III

ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS ...........................................................................................IV

1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 2

1.1 Summary of Screening Study ................................................................................... 2 1.2 Project Background .................................................................................................. 2 1.3 Objectives of ESMP ................................................................................................. 3 1.4 Project Description ................................................................................................... 4 1.5 Legal Provision for ESMP Study ............................................................................. 6 1.6 Construction Work and Resource Requirement ....................................................... 7 1.7 Brief on Methodological Approaches of ESMP Study ............................................. 8

2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS.......................................................... 12

2.1 Physical Environment ............................................................................................. 12 2.2 Biological Environment .......................................................................................... 15 2.3 Socio-Economic and Cultural Environment ........................................................... 16

3. ANITICIPATED IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES ................................. 18

3.1 Beneficial Impacts .................................................................................................. 18 3.2 Potential Adverse Impacts ...................................................................................... 20

3.2.1 Physical Environment ........................................................................................ 20 3.2.2 Biological Environment ..................................................................................... 23 3.2.3 Socio-Economic and Cultural Environment ...................................................... 24

3.3 Environment and Social Management Plan ............................................................ 26 3.4 Emergency Management Plan ................................................................................ 35 3.5 Decommissioning Plan ........................................................................................... 35 3.6 Waste Management Plan ........................................................................................ 36 3.7 Occupational Health and Safety Management (OHSM) Plan ................................ 37

4. MONITORING AND REPORTING MECHANISM .................................................... 41

4.1 Environmental Monitoring ..................................................................................... 41 4.2 Environmental Monitoring Cost ............................................................................. 45 4.3 Grievance Redress Mechanism .............................................................................. 45

5. IMPLEMENTATION OF ESMP .................................................................................... 48

REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................... 49

ANNEXES ........................................................................................................................................... 51


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LIST OF TABLES

Table 1-1: Technical Description of the Proposed Project ........................................................ 4

Table 1-2: Estimation on Requirement of Resources ................................................................ 7

Table 1-3: Construction Schedule of Subproject Implementation ............................................. 7

Table 1-4: Identified Stakeholder from Mapping Process ......................................................... 8

Table 1-5: Issues Raised by Stakeholders and Responses ....................................................... 10

Table 2-1: Ambient Air and Noise Quality within the Proposed Subproject Site ................... 14

Table 2-2: Water Quality of Streams along the DL Route ...................................................... 15

Table 2-3: Tree Enumeration and Volume to be cut at Substation Area ................................. 15

Table 3-1: Estimated Daily Solid Waste Generation from Campsite ...................................... 22

Table 3-2: Environmental and Social Management Plan ........................................................ 28

Table 4-1: Environmental Monitoring Plan ............................................................................. 43

Table 4-2: Environmental Monitoring Cost ............................................................................. 45

Table 4-3: Levels of Grievance Redress Mechanism Based on Time Bound ......................... 46

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1-1: Location Map of Bagthala-Kalinga Substation and Distribution Line ................... 5

Figure 1-2: Bird-Eye View of Substation Area of Bagthala-Kalinga Distribution Line

Subproject .................................................................................................................................. 6

Figure 2-1: Geological Map of Proposed Project .................................................................... 13

Figure 2-2: Seismic Hazard Map of Nepal Showing Proposed Subproject Site ...................... 13

Figure 2-3: Environmental Sensitive Area and Subproject Area Location ............................. 16

Figure 3-1: Waste Minimization Pyramid ............................................................................... 37

Figure 4-1: Workflow Diagram for GRM from NEA ............................................................. 47

LIST OF ANNEXES

ANNEX 1: SAMPLE NOTICE FOR PUBLIC CONSULTATION

ANNEX 2: MAPS, LAYOUT, FACILITY AND COMPONENTS

ANNEX 3: CHECKLIST FOR ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL ASSESSMENT

ANNEX 4: LEGISLATIVE PROVISIONS

ANNEX 5: CONSULATATION MEETING MINUTES

ANNEX 6: SUBPROJECT RELATED DOCUMENTS FROM LOCAL LEVEL

ANNEX 7: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY RELATED SIGNS

ANNEX 8: TECHNIQUES APPLICABLE FOR DRAINAGE MANAGEMENT

ANNEX 9: MEASURES RECOMMENDED FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT

ANNEX 10: PHOTOGRAPHS


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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

ADB Asian Development Bank

CITES Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and

Flora

CoI Corridor of Impact

CPA Core Project Area

CSC Construction Supervision Company

DAO District Administration Office

DSUEP Distribution System Upgrade and Expansion Project

EIA Environmental Impact Assessment

EIB European Investment Bank

EPR Environment Protection Regulation

ESMF Environmental and Social Management Framework

ESMP Environmental and Social Management Plan

ESMPF Environmental and Social Management Plan Framework

GoN Government of Nepal

GRC Grievance Redress Committee

GRM Grievance Redress Mechanism

IEE Initial Environmental Examination

IUCN International Union for Conservation of Nature

LPG Liquid Petroleum Gas

NEA Nepal Electricity Authority

NEAEC NEA Engineering Company

OHS Occupational Health and Safety

OPA Outlying Project Area

SESD Subproject Environment and Social Documents

SPA Surrounding Project Area

SWM Solid Waste Management

Units

% Percent/ Percentage

CO2 Carbon dioxide

dB Decibel

g Gram

ha Hectare

HHs Households

Kg Kilogram

Km Kilometer

kV Kilovolt



kWh Kilo Watt Hour

Ltr Liter

LV Low Voltage

m Meter

masl Meter Above Sea Level

mm Millimeter

MVA Mega Volt Ampere

MW Megawatt

NRs. Nepalese Rupees

oC Degree Centigrade

Sq.m. Square Meter

Conversion Unit

Substation Area 5604 m2 = 0.82 Bigha = 0.56 ha and DL Route of 510 m = 0.31 ha


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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Summary of Screening Study

From the screening study, it concluded that there is no presence of people from vulnerable or

indigenous communities. In addition, there are no major impacts on the physical and biological

environment except few 3-4 numbers of Pine tree need to be clear felled. For minor level

Projects, which have minimal or no major environmental and social impacts, lies in Category

C Subproject as defined by Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) for

DSUEP and Joint Financial Partner (JFP) policies requires a brief Environmental and Social

Management Plan (ESMP). In addition, project induced unforeseen issues and likely raised

impacts during implementation will be addressed in Due Diligence Report (DDR).

1.2 Project Background

Nepal’s energy mostly rely on commercial non-renewable resources like, petrol, diesel,

cooking gas (LPG) and so on after traditional source, ‘fuelwood’ (MoF, 2020). Nepal has a

population of around 29 million1 of which about 90% population have access to electricity in

the FY 2019/20 (MoF, 2020), which was 88% at the same period in FY 2018/19, cooling and

heating with less than 5% within the country. The demand and supply gap is widening every

year with the demand for electricity increasing 10% annually, while the generation does not

increases at this rate. This means deceleration on the sale of diesel and LPG is still not

happening due to adequate supplied or accepted from the people for cooking, cooling and

heating purposes. To ensure reliable, affordable energy supply, proper utilization of energy by

generation and development; Government of Nepal has set the target to produce 10,000 MW

by production plant in one decade and will construct and develop all infrastructure for

distribution of electricity in next 5 year (The White Paper, 2018).

To improve rural access to electricity for daily HHs use, and business, a proper distribution

system at each local level needs to be expanded. To redress this situation, the Government of

Nepal in coordination with NEA has launched the Distribution System Upgrade, and Expansion

Project (DSUEP). The main objective of the DSUEP is to improve the rural electrification of

Project sites along with fulfilling the demands of electricity at the local level. The European

Investment Bank (EIB) supports DSUEP by providing loan finance to construct substations,

lines, and distribution lines with the installation of transformers. The Project is a part of Nepal’s

strategy to overcome the continuing power shortages, and satisfy the growing electricity

demand. From this, the distribution system is overloaded, and feeders are tripping.

Power shortage in Nepal has been a major constraint to growth. The electricity supply-demand

gap in the country persists, due to the following reasons,

Increasing but insufficient generation capacity.

1 https://cbs.gov.np/, Retrieved on 2077-03-25 (09/07/2021)

https://cbs.gov.np/



Seasonal fluctuation of hydro generation, which accounts for 94% of the total installed

generation capacity in Nepal.

Inadequate and outdated transmission and distribution (T&D) systems.

The Project comprises a program of schemes designed to increase access to electricity in 23

districts of Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim Provinces in the western and far-western

regions of Nepal2. It has clustered the Project based on geographical location, difficulty of

implementation, cost and agreement with the European Investment Bank to finance

construction of distribution under DSUEP. Under EIB finance, a total of 14 Project; 9 Project

in 6 districts of Lumbini Province and 5 Project in 3 districts of Sudurpaschim province will

be constructed.

The environmental and social aspects for DSUEP in Nepal reveals that the source of CO2

equivalent (CO2e) emissions for the Programme is the ohmic losses of the new network

equipment being installed to connect new customers. Still, most of the households uses

kerosene and business houses are using diesel generators or commercial fossil fuel-based off-

grid alternatives to renewable hydropower energy in case of Nepal. Following the connection

to the electricity grid, these users will substitute this fossil fuel combustion with electricity

from the grid. On completion, the Project is expected to enable a saving of 34 kt CO2e per

year3. For the annual accounting purposes of the EIB Carbon Footprint, the Project emissions

will be prorated according to the EIB lending amount signed in that year, as a proportion of

Project cost.

1.3 Objectives of ESMP

This plan aims to sets out the measures required to maximize the benefits of the Project, avoid,

minimize, mitigate and offset (in the case of environment) or remedy (in the case of social

impacts) of any adverse environmental and social impacts. In addition, budget and estimates,

sources of funding and adequacy, institutional and monitoring, reporting and accountability

arrangements will be addressed within this plan.

Associated objectives are listed below:

Document the baseline conditions of existing physical, biological, socio-economic

environment due to 33/11 kV substation construction and 33 kV distribution line.

Identify, predict and assess the potential adverse and beneficial environmental impacts

of the Project.

Recommend pragmatic and site-specific enhancement and mitigation measures, impact

avoidance, minimization of impacts, and required cost for each activity.

Consult with the affected community, stakeholders to understand the public concerns,

suggestions, and addressing them as per their priorities and relevancy.

2 Environmental and Social Data Sheet, European Investment Bank (EIB), Luxemberg, 02.12.2019.




To identify the enviro-socio management mechanism to ensure the implementation of

mitigation measures and monitoring programs (as per provision in the Project’s ESMF)

and establish a mechanism to involve stakeholders in the grievance redressing

mechanism.

1.4 Project Description

The proposed Bagthala-Kalinga Distribution Line Subproject is located within Bungal

Municipality, wards-5, of Bajhang District in Sudurpaschim Province (ANNEX 2). The

Subproject affected ward has a total population of 2,319 inhabitants from 424 families. This

Subproject constitutes construction of 33/11 kV substation of capacity 3 MVA and 0.51 km of

33 kV distribution line. The line is tapped from 33kV DL at Bungal-5, Donek, Bajhang and

ends at substation at Bungal Municipality-5. The land for proposed substation is owned by

GoN and managed by Bungal Municipality. The area of land is about 0.56 ha. The proposed

Subproject will have no direct impact to any private and public entities within its Core Project

Area (CPA). The camp facility will be provided within the Subproject boundary so that no land

issues will arise.

The Subproject area is located at 10 Km distance from Bungal in North direction from Jaya

Prithivi Bahadur Singh Highway. The site is connected by Bagthala-Bichgada access road

section up to Hatkot. In addition, the proposed site is about 11.14 Km aerial distance away

from Api Nampa Conservation Area that lies in the Western part.

The main features of the Subproject are,

Table 1-1: Technical Description of the Proposed Project

Description Features

Proponent Nepal Electricity Authority

Project Distribution System Upgrade and Expansion Project

Sub Project Bagthala - Kalinga Distribution Line Subproject

Funding Agency EIB

Project Location Bungal Municipality, Bajhang District, Sudurpaschim Province

Distribution Line

33kV Line Starting Point Tapped from 33kV DL at Bungal - 5, Donek, Bajhang

Co-ordinate: Lat 29°35'10.21"N, Long 80°51'35.61"E

33kV Line End Point Bungal Substation (Proposed) at Bungal - 5, Bajhang


System Voltage 33 kV

Max, Min System Voltage 36, 30 kV

Climatic Condition

Wind Speed: As per IS 802-1-1

Maximum Ambient Temperature: 40 oC

Altitude(Min, Max): 1140, 1230 masl

Length of Line 0.51 km

Right of way 6 m

Number of Circuit 2, Loop In Loop Out

Conductor ACSR Dog

Line Capacity/Thermal

Limit 13.4 MW (Dog) at 0.9 power factor

Type of Poles Steel Tubular, 13m




Pole Configurations Single Pole Structures, H-Pole Structures etc. (With and Without Stay

Sets)

Diameter of a Single Pole 0.22m (As per IS 2713-3)

Planting Depth of Pole 2.2 m

Insulators Porcelain Disc and Pin Insulator

Substation

Location

Bungal - 5, Bajhang


Elevation: 1212 masl

Voltage Level 33/11 kV

Substation Capacity 3 MVA

Number and Capacity of

Transformer 1 nos., 3 MVA

Type of Transformer 3 Phase, ONAN, Mineral Oil

Type of Substation AIS (33kV) and Indoor (11kV)

Number of 33kV Line

Bays 2

No. of 33kV Transformer

Bays 1

Number of 11kV Feeders 4

Approximate Area of

Substation 5604 sq.m./ 0.82 Bigha/ 11 Ropani / 0.56 ha

Figure 1-1: Location Map of Bagthala-Kalinga Substation and Distribution Line



Figure 1-2: Bird-Eye View of Substation Area of Bagthala-Kalinga Distribution Line Subproject

1.5 Legal Provision for ESMP Study

The proposed Subproject does not lie within the conservation area and any other ecologically

sensitive areas recognized by the Government of Nepal (Figure 2 3).

Subproject associated impacts are likely to have minimal or no adverse environmental and

social impact, as it does not physically displace any family and economic displacement of any

of the families. For minor level Projects, which have minimal or no major environmental and

social impacts, lies in Category C Subproject as defined by Environmental and Social

Management Framework (ESMF) for DSUEP and Joint Financial Partner (JFP) policies require

a brief Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP).

Moreover, pertaining to Rule 3(1), Environment Protection Act (EPA), 2076 describes

completing Environmental Studies as per Schedule 1 or 2 or 3 under Environment Protection

Regulation 2077 (First Amendment in 2078/02/10 BS on Nepal Gazette). For this Project, none

of the legal provisions reflects compliable to Schedule 1 or 2 or 3, and hence, detailed

environmental studies (Brief, IEE or EIA) is not mandatory for this Project. Therefore, ESMP

is minimum requirement for the execution of Subproject.



1.6 Construction Work and Resource Requirement

Land Requirement: The Subproject will require about 0.56 ha land for the placement of

substation. The land is owned by GoN and managed by Bungal Municipality. While in case for

Distribution Line, requires 0.31 ha and hence in total it requires 0.87 ha of land.

Human Resource: Altogether about 20 people (10 unskilled, 6 semi-skilled and 4 skilled

human resources) will be deployed in the construction of the Subproject on daily basis.

Material and Fuel: The civil construction works will follows excavation for foundation of

substation, steel reinforcement, cement, coarse aggregates and fine aggregates (sand).

Materials will be procured from legally operating markets only.

Table 1-2: Estimation on Requirement of Resources

SN Resource Description Unit Quantity

Construction Material

1. Construction-Cement Kg 44,000.00

2. Sand cum 87.50

3. Stone cum 26.88

4. Gravel/Aggregates cum 26.88

5. Steel Reinforcement Kg 14,300.00

Commercial Fuel

1. Petrol ltr 23,100.00

2. Diesel ltr 9,500.00

3. LPG ltr 1,300.00

Major Equipment and Power Requirements: The major equipment used during the

Subproject implementation are Excavator (1), Roller (1), Drilling Machine (1), and Crane (1).

While, 1 Grid Supply- 120 kVA Distribution Transformer and 2 number of 50 kVA, each

Diesel Generator for Alternate Supply will be required for power.

Construction and Implementation Schedule: The implementation schedule is estimated to

be 12 Months after the approval of construction bidding from promoter.

Table 1-3: Construction Schedule of Subproject Implementation

SN Activities/ Months Months (After the completion of Detailed Survey Study)

1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12

1. Invitation for tender, evaluation,

and award

2. Implementation of Environmental

and Social Safeguards

3. Installation of Poles

4. Stringing of conductor

5. Construction of substation

6. Charging and Testing



1.7 Brief on Methodological Approaches of ESMP Study

The study started with the review of previous relevant reports ESF (AIIB), ESS (EIB), ESMF

for DSUEP and SES (NEA), previous feasibility study reports, social safeguard document,

occupational health and safety prospective during implementation stage, as well as other

project documents prepared by the client.

This study report was prepared in accordance with the identified enviro-social impacts in the

screening report of the Project. The activities performed during the preparation of ESMP study

report were listed below,

1. Review of secondary information

2. Field visit

3. Coordination meeting with primary stakeholders

4. Collection of environmental and social information

5. Meaningful public consultation

6. Data management and report preparation

1. Field Visit was conducted from 2078/04/32 to 2078/05/03. The main aim was to collect

information relating to the existing physical, biological, socio-economic, and cultural

environment of the Subproject footprint. A team of sectoral experts was moved into the

field.

A walkover survey was conducted to collect the information of the Subproject surrounding

throughout the route and substation area. The checklist/questionnaire was used for collecting

physical, biological and socio-economic environment baseline information (ANNEX 3).

Following, a public consultation was completed to understand their opinion towards the

proposed Subproject as elaborated in 1.7 (3).

2. Stakeholder Mapping: Stakeholder mapping and their engagement is the key to successful

and constructive enviro-social management of the Project. It is a productive way to boost

willingness, and the ability to work on a Project. For this Project, the following are the

categories of stakeholders identified as,

Table 1-4: Identified Stakeholder from Mapping Process

High Influence Low Influence

High

Interest

Local Level, and Affected Ward

Elected Representative

Community Head (Key Persons)

Adjoining parcel of the land owner throughout the RoW of the

access road

Community

people

from the

OPA area

3. Meaningful Public Consultation: Consultation with the project-affected communities

was given more emphasis from the screening phase up to the plan preparation phase.

Inclusiveness, prior confirmation of venue, time, and subject of consultation, use of

understandable language, and engagement of stakeholders was ensured during

consultation. This was conducted to aware people on Subproject features, and the benefits

that occurred from the Subproject in the immediate and long term. Following, it was used

to understand the public opinion towards this Subproject and recording the feedback for

improvements.



A public consultation program was scheduled at the Substation (Hatkot) dated 2078/05/02

(ANNEX 5). The issues raised during the consultation were recorded as a living document.

The concerns and suggestions received from public consultation were addressed with

measures for mitigation and/or enhancement.



Table 1-5: Issues Raised by Stakeholders and Responses

Place C.N. Comments/ Suggestions Response S

ub

stati

on

(H

atk

ot)

Substation

1. Taking brief about Project’s 33/11 kV substation and 3

MVA substation from environmental and social experts.

Part of

consultation/draft

ESMP disclosure, no

need to address

2.

There will be no issues while using land for the

substation by the Subproject as proposed land is public

and not used for grazing or other purposes

ANNEX 5 and

ANNEX 6

3. Prior to the construction of the substation, the Subproject

shall have to demark and close its boundary area

Addressed in Table 3.1

Adverse Impact in

Socio-Economic and

Cultural Environment

(A-1)

Distribution Line

1. Taking brief about Project’s substation and 33 Kv

distribution line from environmental and social experts.

Part of

consultation/draft

ESMP disclosure, no

need to address

2. The installation of poles within the private land needs to

be installed at the edge of the plot as far as possible.


Adverse Impact in

Socio-Economic and


(A-1)

3.

In case of damages or loss to crops or trees within the

private land, the Subproject needs to address the loss

equivalent to the owner of land.


Adverse Impact in

Socio-Economic and


(A-1)

4.

The tripping and voltage drop of electricity exists within

the Subproject area for which it should be implemented

as soon as possible to address this problem.

Positive response

towards Subproject and

assurance of support

during implementation

5. Local people will be prioritized for employment

opportunity based on qualification and skills


Beneficial Impact (A-1)

6. Assurance of full support from local stakeholders during

Subproject Implementation phase

Positive response

towards Subproject and

assurance of support

during implementation

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

1.

Nande Pichas place of worship located adjoining to the

substation site of Bagthala-Kalinga Distribution Line

Subproject is permissible to relocate and reconstruct

within the favorable outlying area of substation boundary.



2. The Subproject should have to support for the fencing of

the Nanda Bhavani Bhagwati Temple near the substation. Addressed in Table 3.1


4. Report Preparation: After field visit, the data, and feedback were put together to identify

the Subproject associated impacts, their magnitude, extent and duration. Based on impact



significance, their respective mitigation measures was proposed at different phases. The

associated cost/budget incurred for the implementation of ESMP and its monitoring on

periodic bases are also incorporated within the document. As a whole, all these site

information were presented from qualitative and quantitative write-up to form this report.

5. Disclosure of ESMP Report: The draft ESMP report was disclosed during public

consultation held on 2078/05/02. The final ESMP report will be disclosed from Promoter

and Lender’ official web portal. While at affected local level, concerned ward and

proponent will disclose ESMP report.



2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

2.1 Physical Environment

1. Topography and Land Use

The Subproject is located in the Mid-Land Group of Upper Pre-Cambrian-Late Paleozoic

Region of Nepal (LRMP, 1986). Subproject area lies in Bungal Municipality ward-5 of

Bajhang district, Karnali Province. The substation is situated at 29°35'20.16"N latitude and

80°51'25.68"E longitude, with elevation of 1216 meters above sea level (masl). The tapping

point is located at 29°35'10.21"N, 80°51'35.61"E. The Kalinga and Sannigad River from

Northwest and Northeast direction meets just 500 m downstream side. The Subproject

substation lies in GoN land and managed by Bungal Municipality.

The total length of DL is 0.51 Km while substation requires 0.56 ha. The land use of the DL is

of built up area (RoW of access road) with 0.1 ha, water body with 0.06 ha and private land

(Barren with 0.1 ha and cultivated land with 0.05 ha) for DL while barren land (Public) in case

of substation area. The DL will crosses the following major settlements as, Midi, Donek and

Tamtana.

2. Geology and Seismic Risks

The geology of the Subproject region is Lakharpatta Subgroup that is Lakharpatta Subgroup.

The Subproject area consists of thin layer of politic slate of the 0.1 cm with the deformed and

weathered quartzite of midland group. The rock dips an angle of 50˚ to 60˚. The attitude of the

foliation is 348°/58°/255°.

The study map showed that the horizontal seismicity coefficient of the Subproject area is

400gal, which is equal to 0.244g. Since seismicity can shake in any direction with the worst-

case scenario should be considered, so the recommended seismic coefficient for this Subproject

is 0.244.

The proposed land for substation is surrounded by village road and is located at ridge part of

hill. For this, excavation of ridge will be necessary. While excavation work will be on progress,

the chances of spoil failure towards downward side cultivated and private houses will increases.

Following, the loosely managed soil shall be eroded to downside even from low intensity

rainfall and prevailing wind. Beyond this, the seismicity map and findings shows that the

proposed site is vulnerable to earthquake event in near future.



Figure 2-1: Geological Map of Proposed Project4

Figure 2-2: Seismic Hazard Map of Nepal Showing Proposed Subproject Site5

4 Department of Survey (DoS) 2020

5 Department of Mines and Geology, http://seismonepal.gov.np/publications, Retrieved on 2078/03/06(6/20/2021)

http://seismonepal.gov.np/publications



3. Climate

The proposed Subproject area belongs to tropical climatic zone. As there is no any

meteorological station presence within Subproject area, the nearest station at Chainpur Station

was taken as reference for the study. According to DHM 2017, the minimum temperature was

recorded 17oC in the month of January, while the maximum temperature recorded is 32oC, in

the month of May (DHM, 2017). The highest rainfall is 205 mm on the month of August.

Likely when observed with respect to the geology, seismicity, associated construction activities

and rainfall data, special precaution will be necessary for planting steel tubular pole during

monsoon season and boundary construction, foundation excavation and construction of civil

structures at substation area.

4. Air, Noise and Water Quality and Polluting Sources

The Subproject site lies within the rural setting. The major air polluting sources recorded are

only from vehicular emission and dust problem from plying of vehicles and high wind velocity.

Noise polluting sources noted at the time of field study are similar with the air polluting

sources. Use of unnecessary accelerator and horn along the access road of site is the second

most source of noise generation. Following table shows the real-time quality of air and noise

during field study.

Table 2-1: Ambient Air and Noise Quality within the Proposed Subproject Site

SN Location/

Chainage

Air Quality-Temtop Airing-1000 PM

Detector

Noise Level -UNI-T UT 353

Mini Sound Meter

PM2.5 PM10 Causing Factor dB Causing Factor

1. Tapping Point 35.2 49.8 Vehicular Emission 58.1 Noise arised from

Kalinga River water

2. Substation 32 40 None 60 Sanigadh and Kalinga

River water noise

Source: Field Visit, 2021

The air6 and noise7 at tapping point and substation are found to within the national standard8

for ambient air and noise quality.

There is no any presence of hydrological network within the substation area instead DL will

crosses Kalinga River at Ch. 0+150 of perennial nature within its line route at Bungal

Municipality-5. None of the source as polluting factors were observed. Following table shows

the real-time physical parameter of water in these streams during field study.

6 National Indoor Air Quality Standard, 2009

7 National Ambient Sound Quality Standard, 2012

8 CBS. (2013). Environmental Statistics of Nepal. Kathmandu: Central Bureau of Statistics.



Table 2-2: Water Quality of Streams along the DL Route

SN DL/

SS

Location/

Settlements

Name

River/

Stream

Flooding

width

Left-

Right (m)

Distance

Substation/DL

Pole from

River/ Stream

Parameter- EXTECH

ExStik II DO600

Temp.

(oC) pH

EC

(µc/cm)

1. DL Bungal-5

(Ch. 0+200)

Kalinga

River 95 NA 18 7.99 0212


From our observation during field visit, the water quality of the streams have observed beyond

the national standard9 for drinking purpose.

5. Solid Waste Management

The waste was found littered in front of HHs, shops and business area and side of streams

within the Subproject affected local level. The nature of waste comprised of plastics (bottles,

bags and packaging), textiles, and metal cans. Organic waste was not observed as littered. Less

practice of recyclable waste was sold to the scrap collector.

According to study done by ADB on SWM, and composition practices of municipalities in

2013; findings from the study reveals that the average per capita waste generation was 123.62

g/capita/day where the composition of organic waste is estimated to be 51.06% (ADB, 2013).

2.2 Biological Environment

The Subproject lies within the elevation of 1212 masl of Bajhang District and thus is located

in Sub-tropical bio-climatic zone. The proposed Subproject development site does not lies

within any protected areas and conservation areas. The nearest national park is Api-Nampa

Conservation Area which is 11.14 Km apart. The dominant tree species found within the

Subproject footprint area is Chir pine (Pinus roxburghii). Likely, most of the land is sloppy

with grass cover. From the Subproject implementation, only 5 Pine tree needs to be cut with

no associated impacts on mammals and birds.

Table 2-3: Tree Enumeration and Volume to be cut at Substation Area


9 Nepal's Drinking Water Quality Standards, 2006

SN DL/

SS

Local

Name Scientific Name

DBH Height Area

Tree

Cutting

Volume

Timber (2/3*

Tree Vol)

Firewood (1/3* Tree

Vol)

(m) (m) (m2) (m3) (m3) (m3)

1. SS Sallo Pinus roxburghii 2.4 7 4.522 15.826 10.550 5.275




5. SS Sallo Pinus roxburghii 0.12 2.5 0.011 0.014 0.009 0.005

Total 3.79 35.50 4.979 17.897 11.932 5.966



Figure 2-3: Environmental Sensitive Area and Subproject Area Location

The total tree volume to be cut was calculated to be 17.897 cum. Of these, the only 11.932 cum

will be used as timber while 5.966 cum will be used for firewood purpose.

Similarly, as the line route of DL crosses the Kalinga River; Asala and Jhorle fish have been

reported during public consultation. Common birds like Crow, Maina, Dhukur, Bhangera,

Jureli, Suga and Fisto were frequently observed at the time of field visit. There were no any

nesting place of birds.

2.3 Socio-Economic and Cultural Environment

The Subproject area is located in wards 5, Bungal Municipality of Bajhang District in

Sudurpaschim Province. According to municipal profile of Bungal Municipality10, the total

number of 33,224 are living in 5,480 households. Of these, the total male population is 16,216

and 17,008 are female. The arithmetic density of population density of municipality is 74.23

inhabitants per sq.Km.

The proposed substation area is owned by GoN and managed by Bungal Municipality. This

has been confirmed officially through Bungal Municipality (ANNEX 6). Likewise, DL route

was designed over the GoN as well as private registered land. The titleholder of the private

10 https://bungalmun.gov.np/en/node/40, Retrieved on 2077/03/31 (15/07/2021).

https://bungalmun.gov.np/en/node/40



land also identified and meetings were conducted for the same. No objection from titleholder,

local government, stakeholders and local peoples for construction of proposed Subproject

(ANNEX 5). In order to avoid crop damage, the affected families will be consulted priorly and

provide advance notice to harvest crops. There will be no land acquisition and resettlement

impacts. During field visit, issues related to reconstruction of Nande Devi Pichaas place of

worship, construction of fence of the Nande Devi Temple, and drinking water supply line

facility (off the record but a potential issue of the area) were raised during consultation.



3. ANITICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACTS AND

MITIGATION MEASURES

The development of infrastructure necessarily brings change in the local environment in terms

of physical, biological, socio-economic aspects. This impact will be both beneficial as well as

adverse. According to National Environmental Impact Assessment Guidelines (GoN, 2050),

the magnitude, extent and duration of the Subproject induced impacts have been taken as

referenced. This chapter identifies the basic environmental and social impacts in Subproject

site that will arise during construction. The detailed impacts of each components have been

addressed in this chapter.

3.1 Beneficial Impacts

A. Construction Phase

1. Opportunities of Earnings for Local People

Impacts

As Subproject undergoes implementation, local people will be benefited through engagement

in construction related works. Altogether about 20 people (10 unskilled, 6 semi-skilled, and 4

skilled human resources) will be deployed on daily/monthly basis for the implementation

period of 12 months. This will help local people to enhance their skills in construction work,

electrical components installation and earnings. The magnitude of impact is considered

moderate, the extent is local, and the duration is short-term.

Augmentation Measures

• Local people will be emphasized first based on qualification and skills.

• Working with technical experts shall be passed expertise on to the local people.

• The construction activities require different construction materials like aggregate, sand,

cement, steel, etc., which shall be brought from the locally available legal market

centers. This will improve their earnings at HHs level.

• Employment opportunities will help on flow of capital to increase production level

thereby helps in boosting business growth.

2. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Activities

Impacts

Community people and local government are one of the key stakeholder to secure social

license. Their support helps Promoter and Construction Contractor to implement designed

activities without any hazel. For this, Subproject have also certain social responsibility

identified from public consultation (ANNEX 5) for the betterment of existing social aspects

and practices that was not addressed within the Subproject design document. Similar with this,

is the case in Bagthala. The envisaged direct impact is low in magnitude, site specific in extent,

short term in duration.


• Nande Pichas place of worship located adjoining to the substation site of Bagthala-

Kalinga Distribution Line Subproject shall be relocated and reconstructed within the

favorable outlying area of substation boundary.

• The Subproject should have to support for the fencing of the Nanda Bhavani Bhagwati

Temple near the substation.



• Provision of support for the drinking water supply line from new source will be

addressed which will be supply for Subproject also in sufficient.

• Capacity Building Training (ToT) on Electrician.


Subproject Name: Bagthala-Kalinga Distribution Line Subproject

Location:- Bungal Municipality-5

Project: Distribution System Upgrade and Expansion Project (DSUEP)

Promoter: National Electricity Authority (NEA)

SN Description of items Unit Qty. Rate Amount

1 Relocation of Nande Pichas Place of

Worship adjoining to Substation LS 1.00 100,000.00 100,000.00

2 Fencing of Nanda Bhavani Bhagwati

Temple near the substation LS 1.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00

3

Water Supply Scheme (Gravity / Lifting)

(Source identified and not recorded in

minute)

LS 1.00 2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00

4 Training for Trainer (TOT) on

Electrician (for 25 people from ) LS 1.00 500,000.00 500,000.00

Total Budget 3,600,000.00

Source: Field Visit 2021 (Based on issues raised during public consultation meeting)

B. Operation Phase

1. Enhancement in Rural Electrification

Impacts

New small to large-scale business enterprises are going to establishing different industries

within/nearby the Subproject proposed area (Municipal source). Recently, power tripping and

voltage drop problem are the one of the major problem faced within the Subproject area.

Upgrading and expansion of electricity distribution system is one of the important basis of rural

electrification which helps to way-out many electricity related issues and promotes to use of

more home appliances, use of electric power generators for irrigation and opportunities for

industries establishment. The magnitude of impact is considered high, the extent is local, and

the duration is long-term.


• The problem related to distribution system on overloading of the distribution system

and tripping of feeder will be resolved.

• Opportunities to upgrading and expansion of new industries shall be established nearby

the Bichgadha and Bungal area.

• With resolved power related issues, local people shall be motivated to use electric

appliances for cooking, and lighting.

• Diesel powered water pump for irrigation of crops from Kalinga and Sanigadh River

will be ease to replace by electric powered water pumps.

• More electric and electronic shops shall be established around the Subproject area.



2. Climate Benefits

Impacts

The existing use of traditional source of energy like firewood and timber along with

commercial fuel LPG/Kerosene for cooking/lighting, heating and diesel for water pumping is

more prevalent around the Subproject area. With major combustion of firewood will ultimately

degrade the environment by emitting smoke and fumes constituting CO2, NOx/SOx into the

atmosphere. The shifting of efficient electric power supply will reduce the emission into the

atmosphere that will ultimately benefits climate. The magnitude of impact is considered high,

extent is local and duration is long term.


• The emission from incomplete combustion from traditional energy source like fuel

wood and commercial fuel like kerosene will be minimized minimized through use of

electric powered equipment/appliances.

• The Subproject will contribute in wider sense to climate mitigation i.e. at completion

the Project is expected to enable a saving of 34 kt CO2e per year as calculated by EIB.

• As emission shall gradually reduce, the quality of air will be improved. This will benefit

associated with the health issues of people associated with indoor air pollution after the

commencement of Subproject.

• It ultimately helps in reducing average household health expenses and will be used for

other productive use in long run.

3.2 Potential Adverse Impacts

3.2.1 Physical Environment


1. Impact Associated with Change in Land Use

Impacts

The Subproject will require about 0.0.56 ha land for the placement of substation. While in case

for Distribution Line, it passes through barren, cultivated and RoW of access road t covering

0.51 Km. The construction of the Subproject will bring change in the existing land use of the

area are permanent. The impacts due to use of land will be moderate in magnitude, site specific

and long term in duration.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures

• The proposed physical activities of this Subproject (distribution line and installation of

substation) will not affect the cultivated land and crops. Substation construction will be

completed owned by GoN and managed by Bungal Municipality.

• None of the private and public entities will be affected from expansion of DL through

the proposed route, as it will be installed within the RoW of existing access road and

edge of cultivated and barren land.

2. Impact Associated with Spoil & Stability Concerns

Impacts

The proposed substation land lies at the ridge of the hill for which levelling of ground is

necessary. Nearly, 16812 m3 spoil will be cut and fill necessary for this purpose. The nearest

private structures and cultivated land is located just beneath downward side of site in Northeast

direction. Therefore, there shall be issues during excavation work and spoil management during



ground levelling. While, for DL route; the line passes 78 m across cultivated land just adjoining

to the Kalinga River flood plain area will be unstable if flood plain expanded in future. The

magnitude of impact is considered low, the extent is site-specific, and the duration is short-

term.


• Excavation of minimal area will be assured for foundation and boundary wall

placement work within the substation site and pole installation work.

• The required filling materials will be purchased from nearby market. For this

Subproject won’t excavate or quarry filling materials.

• Appropriate civil retaining wall will be constructed first to avoid unnecessary spills of

spoil towards cultivated land in Northeastern and Southeastern part of substation area.

• The filling materials if required will be purchased from nearby market. For this


• Water sprinkling and compaction of spoil at backfilling of retaining wall from manual

cum roller will be done simultaneously to make ground more stable.

• An adequate site drainage system will be provided around stockpiled materials,

campsites, and the foundation work area.

• Sediment control traps will be located for controlling runoff water within the periphery

of inner and outer substation boundary.

• Bioengineering will be required which helps to bind the top soil of spoil managed and

excavated area.

• At the time of steel tubular pole installation, the base of pole will be supported by

concrete-cement around the base through use of accelerating admixtures for curing

cement more quickly. More specialized foundation work will be completed at left and

right bank of Kalinga River before pole installation.

• Pit hole prepared for the installation of steel tubular pole shall not be let open as

possibility of accident will rises.

• National Building Code 2070 and international best practices will be strictly followed,

as the site is more vulnerable to seismic hazard in coming future.

3. Impact due to Air and Noise Pollution

Impacts

The construction activities such as site clearance, ground levelling, excavation of the building

foundation, spoil management work, waste burning, haphazard stockpiling of construction

materials, vehicular movement will generate dust and emission at Subproject site. In addition,

the workforce noise, excavating equipment and vehicles transporting the construction materials

will raise noise level than before implementation of Project. The impact on air quality and

noise level will be low in magnitude, site specific in terms of extent and of short duration.


The following mitigation measures will be adopted for minimize of air and noise pollution as,

• Water sprinkling and compaction from roller will be done simultaneously to control

dust emission during ground levelling after excavating work.

• Open burning of any sorts of wastes will be strictly prohibited.

• Use of face masks to the construction workers on the construction site.

• Construction machinery will be properly maintained to minimize exhaust emissions.



• However, enclosing the boundary with appropriate boundary cum retaining wall will

prevent the dust generated and spill of spoil to the adjoining parcel of cultivated land

and private structures.

• Cover all dust generating loads carried in open trucks.

• Wherever required, personal protective equipment such as earplugs, earmuffs, etc. will

be provided to the persons working in high noise areas.

4. Impact due to Solid Waste Management

Impacts

Nearly, 20 people will be required for the construction work daily. Based on the study done by

ADB 2013, the following waste is projected to be generated on daily basis from the campsite

after commencement of Subproject.

Table 3-1: Estimated Daily Solid Waste Generation from Campsite

SN Description Calculation Remarks

1. Total Labors within the Campsite = 20 Labors

2. Total Waste Generation to be Expected = 20 * 123.62 g/capita/day

= 2472.4 g/capita/day

= 2.4724 kg/day

3. Organic Waste Composition Responsible

for Foul Smell, and Rodents = 1.26 kg/day Assuming

51% organic

waste

Rest other waste is recyclable, and non-decomposable which could be stored for long period, and

have less impact on the environment if properly managed. The amount of organic waste is

manageable within the Subproject site as organic waste per day will be expected to be only 1.26

kg/day.

In addition, construction waste generation can be up to 30% of the materials used in

construction activities (Letcher & Vallero, 2011).

Waste generated during the construction phase from the campsite shall be around 2.4724

kg/day in total. The composition of organic waste shall be around 1.26 kg/day. The waste when

not managed carefully will degrade the environment from the foul smell, and rodents. In

addition, this might be one among other issues consequencing disputes with nearby local

people. The rest inorganic waste generated during implementation shall be managed through

source segregation. The magnitude of impact is considered to be low, the extent is site-specific,

and the duration is short-term.


• Source segregation of organic and inorganic wastes in different storage areas or

facilities in the designated location, and adoption of 3R principle for waste

management.

• The organic waste generated from the campsite will be managed within the substation

premises, as the daily waste projection is just only 1.26 kg/day, which is easily

manageable through composting in the bin or by constructing a ground pit, and covered,

by the sufficient thick layer of soil on daily basis to prevent foul smell and controlling

rodents and insects.

• Reusable waste like debris, broken brick pieces, sand, stone, waste cement, and sand

mix will be used as refills for making ground leveling.



• The packing materials used for casing components should be recyclable, and non-

hazardous. For instance, strong wooden boxes, and somewhere even cardboard with a

waterproof lining shall be emphasized no damages, and corrosion in the components.

• Recyclable wastes like left out/non-usable reinforcement bars, and packing materials

will be sent or sold to scrap vendors.

• The construction contractor shall ensure proper management of ground drainage from

camps as a preventive measure against breeding places of mosquitoes, and other pests.

• Chemical waste generated from transformer (if) needs to be collected in leakage proof,

corrosion free special lined designed container for hazardous waste and sealed

carefully.

• Effective coordination with Bungal Municipality.

• Waste Management Plan and Approaches will be fully complied with.

B. Operation Phase

1. Issues Related to Electric and Fire Hazard

Impacts

Employees performing servicing or maintenance of substations will be exposed to injuries from

the unexpected energization or release of stored energy in the equipment, and chemical

reactions in the system. From this, the workers will be exposed to electric shocks, and burns.

The magnitude of impact is considered moderate, the extent is site-specific, and the duration

is long term.


For this, the following mitigation measures will be practiced:

• There will be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices,

and safe work practices.

• Only trained and authorized personnel will be allowed for the electrical works.

• No electric wire shall be stringed above the house.

• Security fences around the substation.

• Establishment of warning signs.

• Shutdown shall be taken during work on DL route.

3.2.2 Biological Environment

The proposed Subproject avoided the forestland or other sensitive biodiversity areas. Instead,

few numbers of Pine trees needs to cut during substation construction activities. Other than

this, there will not be any sort of impact to biological environment.


1. Loss of Habitat

Impacts

Cutting of 5 Pine trees will not have major consequence on SPA biological diversity. Other

impacts indirectly on the biological environment of the Subproject are expected to be low and

negligible. The magnitude of impact is considered low, the extent is site-specific, and the

duration is short term.


• Five trees that need to be clearly felled will be handover to titleholders/local

government.

• During toolbox meetings, awareness of legal provisions upon illegal hunting of

biodiversity will be disseminated.



B. Operation Phase

1. Impact due to Collision of Birds

Project has several forms, which can be broadly divided into those measures that make power

lines present less of an ‘obstacle’ for birds to collide with, those that keep birds away from the

power line, and those that make the power line more visible. The magnitude of impact is

considered low, the extent is site-specific, and the duration is long term.


• To reduce the collision of birds within the substation components, markers such as color

balls will be attached to the dead-end tower/s inside the substation to improve line

visibility for the bird.

• Spacing of devices should be not more than 5-10 m apart.

• Plastic components should be ultraviolet (UV) radiation stable high impacted PVC.

• The device may not damage the conductor onto which it will be placed.

• Connector part mechanisms must be burr-free.

3.2.3 Socio-Economic and Cultural Environment

The anticipated impacts regarding the socio-economic and cultural environment associated

with Subproject are discussed below:


1. Impact Associated with Construction Activities

Impacts

During the Subproject implementation, expansion of DL and substation construction activities

shall alter existing line route and change in form of substation land. The envisaged direct impact

is high in magnitude, site-specific in extent, and short-term in duration.


• Scientific, legal demarcation and enclosing of substation boundary will be constructed

first to minimize the impact of spoil spillage to adjoining cultivated land and private

structures before ground levelling.

• Installation of steel tubular pole will be installed at the edge of the plot as far as possible.

• In case of damages or loss to crops or trees within the private land, the Subproject needs

to address the loss equivalent to the owner of land. Pole installation and stringing of

conductor will be carefully done through escaping cropping calendar as far as possible.

• Installation of pole and substation construction will be completed without affecting

private structures nearby the substation area.

• Expansion of DL will be done following fruitful coordination with local stakeholders.

• Point for installation of pole will be located before or after land with small-face.

• The construction activities will be completed within the period as approved from NEA.

• In addition, Subproject is responsible to resolve all the unavoidable issues concerned

with adjoining cultivated landowners.

2. Issues Related to Child Labor and Gender

Impacts

During the Subproject construction, people will be employed on daily wages for excavation,

transportation of construction materials and other construction related works. Discrimination

on women and vulnerable group while hiring the worker and minimum wages will be expected.



Despite the GoN’s strict rules and regulations on child labor and gender issues, it remains a

potential threat (chances of exploitation) to children, females and socially backward

communities. The envisaged indirect impact is low in magnitude, site specific in extent, and



• The use of child labor is strictly restricted during the construction phase.

• The construction contractor will ensure that there will be not gendered discrimination

during the implementation of the Project, and equal wage is given to both the male and

female workers for the same amount of work done irrespective of their gender.

• In addition, the labor camp will be gender friendly including a separate locked

toilet/bathroom, and room, a resting place for females, and special provision during the

menstrual period with the availability of basic sanitary pads, and nutritious diet.

• Existing Labor Act and Labor Rule of GoN shall be strictly followed.

3. Occupational Health and Safety

Impacts

Occupational health hazard and safety of workers is the major issues during the construction

period. Working without the use of safety measures during excavation work, spoil management

work, mechanical, and electrical equipment handling activities, chemical handling, and

constructional activities may call the risk of accidents. From many accidents, primary victims

may be the workers involved in the construction. In addition, the pedestrian might also be

injured. The envisaged direct impact is high in magnitude, site specific in extent, short term in

duration.


• Ensure that the qualified OHS supervisory staff on site, and approved health, and safety

plan from construction contractor are adequate and approved by NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

management will in hand.

• All employees will be provided with the necessary training, and safety equipment as

required for their respective responsibilities, and duties. The Subproject will adhere to

labor acts and rules.

• The basic facilities like drinking water, gender-friendly sanitation facilities & resting

place, secured lock system for female rooms, canteen facility, and basic internet facility

during an off-hour; first aid required for the campsite will be assured.

• Hygiene Kit (each adult-size toothbrush, large bar bath soap, nail clipper (good quality),

hand towel (medium weight, dark or bright colors; approx. 16 in x 26 in), and wide-

toothed comb (6–8 in) will be provided to each work force.

• Provision of a first aid kit will be provided.

• Provision of health insurance to employees will be assured.


• Establishment of warning signs [Mandatory Signs (Eye Protection, Hearing Protection,

Dust Mask, Head Protection, Foot Protection, and High Visibility Clothes Must be worn

in this Area), Prohibition Signs (No Entry, Do Not Use Mobile, No Cameras, No

Smoking Area, and High Voltage), Warning Signs (High Voltage, Slippery When Wet),

Fire Safety Signs, and Emergency Signs].



• NEA will be responsible to supervise the OHS, and environmental performance of the

construction contractor, and laborers' condition.

4. Grievances Management

Impacts

Some issues that are frequently observed within the developmental Projects are biasness on the

opportunity to local employment, information disclosure, wage rate, working hours;

misbehave, land disputes, etc. If the grievances are not recorded and addressed properly, they

may arise conflict among workers, and management, and even residents. The envisaged

indirect impact is low in magnitude, local in extent, and short-term in duration.


• A Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) will be established at the three different levels

to address the social issues associated with the Project.

• This committee will settle disputes related to the workers, local, and workers, etc.

within the 7 to 15 days of the complaint registered/forwarded based on Tier-I, II & III.

B. Operation Phase


Impacts

Employees working in the operation and maintenance of the electric components are exposed

to electric shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions. The envisaged impact is direct in nature,

site specific in extent, moderate in magnitude and long term.


• The Promoter will organize advance level training to instruct and train staffs about

health and safety related activities and issues.


hand towel (medium weight, dark or bright colors; approx. 16 in x 26 in) and wide-


• Personal protective equipment for all-purpose (face shields, helmets, safety Goggles,

safety shoes, hand gloves etc. as per the job requirement) for workers will be provided

to minimize health and safety risks.

• Necessary safety kits such as helmets, gloves, masks etc. will provided to employees.

The Promoter will adhere with labor acts and rules.

• There should be use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices


• Employees working on the electrical devices will be provided with electrical protective

equipment.

• Proper maintenance of fencing will be assured to prevent the movement of unauthorized

personals into the site.

3.3 Environment and Social Management Plan

Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) is a plan for implementing environmental

mitigation, and enhancement measures during the construction, and operation stages of the

Project, monitoring the effectiveness of these measures, providing cost estimates for the

measures, and identifying the Subproject participants that are responsible for implementing the

measures and monitoring them. The ESMP serves as a guide for the Subproject to avoid,

minimize, mitigate adverse environmental impacts, and enhance positive impacts. The

implementation of the mitigation measures will be the responsibility of the contractor, and



promoter during the construction, and operation stages. A detailed ESMP has been prepared

and presented in the following table.



Table 3-2: Environmental and Social Management Plan

Environmental

Issues Environmental Mitigation Measures

Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)

Institutional Responsibility

for Augmentation

Implementation Supervision

1. Beneficial Augmentation Measures


1. Opportunities

of Earning for

Local People



• The construction activities require different construction materials like aggregate, sand, cement, steel,

etc., which shall be brought from the locally available legal market centers. This will improve their

earnings at HHs level.

• Employment opportunities will help on flow of capital to increase production level thereby helps in

boosting business growth

Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

2. Corporate

Social

Responsibility

(CSR)

Activities

• Nande Pichas place of worship located adjoining to the substation site of Bagthala-Kalinga Distribution

Line Subproject shall be relocated and reconstructed within the favorable outlying area of substation

boundary.

• The Subproject should have to support for the fencing of the Nanda Bhavani Bhagwati Temple near the

substation.

• Provision of support for the drinking water supply line from new source will be addressed which will be

supply for Subproject also in sufficient.

• Capacity Building Training (ToT) on Electrician.

100,000.00

1,000,000.00

2,000,000.00

500,000.00

Construction

Contractor/

Outsourcing/

Authorized

Institution from

NEA

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

B. Operation Phase

1. Enhancement

in Rural

Electrification

• The problem related to distribution system on overloading of the distribution system and tripping of

feeder will be resolved.

• Opportunities to upgrading and expansion of new industries shall be established nearby the Bichgadha

and Bungal area.

• With resolved power related issues, local people shall be motivated to use electric appliances for cooking,

and lighting.

• Diesel powered water pump for irrigation of crops from Kalinga and Sanigadh River will be ease to

replace by electric powered water pumps.


- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -

2. Climate

Benefits

• The emission from incomplete combustion from traditional energy source like fuel wood and commercial

fuel like kerosene will be minimized minimized through use of electric powered equipment/appliances. -

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


for Augmentation


• The Subproject will contribute in wider sense to climate mitigation i.e. at completion the Subproject is

expected to enable a saving of 34 kt CO2e per year as calculated by EIB.

• As emission shall gradually reduce, the quality of air will be improved. This will benefit associated with

the health issues of people associated with indoor air pollution after the commencement of Subproject.

• It ultimately helps in reducing average household health expenses and will be used for other productive

use in long run.

2. Adverse Mitigation/ Enhancement Measures

1. Physical Environment


1. Impact

Associated

with Change

in Land Use

• The proposed physical activities of this Subproject (distribution line and installation of substation) will

not affect the cultivated land and crops. Substation construction will be completed in GoN land which is

managed by Bungal Municipality.

• None of the private and public entities will be affected from expansion of DL through the proposed route,

as it will be installed within the RoW of existing access road and edge of cultivated and barren land.

Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

and Bungal

Municipality

2. Impact

Associated

with Spoil &

Stability

Concerns

• Excavation of minimal area will be assured for foundation and boundary wall placement work within the

substation site and pole installation work.

• The required filling materials will be purchased from nearby market. For this Subproject won’t excavate

or quarry filling materials.

• Appropriate civil retaining wall will be constructed first to avoid unnecessary spills of spoil towards

cultivated land in Northeastern and Southeastern part of substation area.

• The filling materials if required will be purchased from nearby market. For this Subproject won’t

excavate or quarry filling materials.

• Water sprinkling and compaction of spoil at backfilling of retaining wall from manual cum roller will be

done simultaneously to make ground more stable.

• An adequate site drainage system will be provided around stockpiled materials, campsites, and the

foundation work area.

• Sediment control traps will be located for controlling runoff water within the periphery of inner and outer

substation boundary.

• Bioengineering will be required which helps to bind the top soil of spoil managed and excavated area.

• At the time of steel tubular pole installation, the base of pole will be supported by concrete-cement around

the base through use of accelerating admixtures for curing cement more quickly. More specialized

foundation work will be completed at left and right bank of Kalinga River before pole installation.

Bioengineering

cost of

1,000,000.00

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

and Bungal

Municipality



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


for Augmentation


• Pit hole prepared for the installation of steel tubular pole shall not be let open as possibility of accident

will rises.

• National Building Code 2070 and international best practices will be strictly followed, as the site is more

vulnerable to seismic hazard in coming future.

3. Impact due to

Air and Noise

Pollution

• Water sprinkling and compaction from roller will be done simultaneously to control dust emission during

ground levelling after excavating work.




• However, enclosing the boundary with appropriate boundary cum retaining wall will prevent the dust

generated and spill of spoil to the adjoining parcel of cultivated land and private structures.


• Wherever required, personal protective equipment such as earplugs, earmuffs, etc. will be provided to the

persons working in high noise areas.

300,000.00

Construction

Contractor NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


for Augmentation


4. Impact due to

Solid Waste

Management

• Source segregation of organic and inorganic wastes in different storage areas or facilities in the

designated location, and adoption of 3R principle for waste management.

• The organic waste generated from the campsite will be managed within the substation premises, as the

daily waste projection is just only 1.26 kg/day, which is easily manageable through composting in the bin

or by constructing a ground pit, and covered, by the sufficient thick layer of soil on daily basis to prevent

foul smell and controlling rodents and insects.

• Reusable waste like debris, broken brick pieces, sand, stone, waste cement, and sand mix will be used as

refills for making ground leveling.

• The packing materials used for casing components should be recyclable, and non-hazardous. For instance,

strong wooden boxes, and somewhere even cardboard with a waterproof lining shall be emphasized no

damages, and corrosion in the components.

• Recyclable wastes like left out/non-usable reinforcement bars, and packing materials will be sent or sold

to scrap vendors.

• The construction contractor shall ensure proper management of ground drainage from camps as a

preventive measure against breeding places of mosquitoes, and other pests.

• Chemical waste generated from transformer (if) needs to be collected in leakage proof, corrosion free

special lined designed container for hazardous waste and sealed carefully.

• Effective coordination with Bungal Municipality.


300,000.00

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

and Bungal

Municipality

B. Operation Phase

1. Issues Related

to Electric

and Fire

Hazard

• There will be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices, and safe work

practices.






-

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) Bungal

Municipality

2. Biological Environment




Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


for Augmentation


1. Loss of

Habitat

• Five trees that need to be clearly felled will be handover to titleholders/local government.

• During toolbox meetings, awareness of legal provisions upon illegal hunting of biodiversity will be

disseminated.

- Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

B. Operation Phase

1. Impact due to

Collision of

Birds

• To reduce the collision of birds within the substation components, markers such as color balls will be

attached to the dead-end tower/s inside the substation to improve line visibility for the bird.





Embedded

within

Contract

Document

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -

3. Socio-Economic and Cultural Environment


1. Impact

Associated

with

Construction

Activities

• Scientific, legal demarcation and enclosing of substation boundary will be constructed first to minimize

the impact of spoil spillage to adjoining cultivated land and private structures before ground levelling.

• Installation of steel tubular pole will be installed at the edge of the plot as far as possible.

• In case of damages or loss to crops or trees within the private land, the Subproject needs to address the

loss equivalent to the owner of land. Pole installation and stringing of conductor will be carefully done

through escaping cropping calendar as far as possible.

• Installation of pole and substation construction will be completed without affecting private structures

nearby the substation area.




• In addition, Subproject is responsible to resolve all the unavoidable issues concerned with adjoining

cultivated landowners.

Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

2. Issues Related

to Child

Labor and

Gender


• The construction contractor will ensure that there will be not gendered discrimination during the

implementation of the Project, and equal wage is given to both the male and female workers for the same

amount of work done irrespective of their gender.

• In addition, the labor camp will be gender friendly including a separate locked toilet/bathroom, and room,

a resting place for females, and special provision during the menstrual period with the availability of basic

sanitary pads, and nutritious diet.

Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

and Bungal

Municipality



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


for Augmentation



3. Occupational

Health and

Safety

• Ensure that the qualified OHS supervisory staff on site, and approved health, and safety plan from

construction contractor are adequate and approved by NEA/PIU (DSUEP) management will in hand.

• All employees will be provided with the necessary training, and safety equipment as required for their

respective responsibilities, and duties. The Subproject will adhere to labor acts and rules.

• The basic facilities like drinking water, gender-friendly sanitation facilities & resting place, secured lock

system for female rooms, canteen facility, and basic internet facility during an off-hour; first aid required

for the campsite will be assured.

• Hygiene Kit (each adult-size toothbrush, large bar bath soap, nail clipper (good quality), hand towel

(medium weight, dark or bright colors; approx. 16 in x 26 in), and wide-toothed comb (6–8 in) will be

provided to each work force.




• Establishment of warning signs [Mandatory Signs (Eye Protection, Hearing Protection, Dust Mask, Head

Protection, Foot Protection, and High Visibility Clothes Must be worn in this Area), Prohibition Signs

(No Entry, Do Not Use Mobile, No Cameras, No Smoking Area, and High Voltage), Warning Signs

(High Voltage, Slippery When Wet), Fire Safety Signs, and Emergency Signs].

• NEA will be responsible to supervise the OHS, and environmental performance of the construction

contractor, and laborers' condition.

Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

4. Grievances

Management

• A Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) will be established at the three different levels to address the

social issues associated with the Project.

• This committee will settle disputes related to the workers, local, and workers, etc. within the 7 to 15 days

of the complaint registered/forwarded based on Tier-I, II & III.

1,00,000.00

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

and Bungal

Municipality

B. Operation Phase

1. Occupational

Health and

Safety

• The Promoter will organize advance level training to instruct and train staffs about health and safety

related activities and issues.

• Hygiene Kit (each adult-size toothbrush, large bar bath soap, nail clipper (good quality), hand towel

(medium weight, dark or bright colors; approx. 16 in x 26 in) and wide-toothed comb (6–8 in) will be

provided to each work force.

- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

Bungal

Municipality



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


for Augmentation


• Personal protective equipment for all-purpose (face shields, helmets, safety Goggles, safety shoes, hand

gloves etc. as per the job requirement) for workers will be provided to minimize health and safety risks.

• Necessary safety kits such as helmets, gloves, masks etc. will provided to employees. The Promoter will

adhere with labor acts and rules.

• There should be use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices and safe work

practices.

• Employees working on the electrical devices will be provided with electrical protective equipment.

• Proper maintenance of fencing will be assured to prevent the movement of unauthorized personals into

the site.



3.4 Emergency Management Plan

To prevent any unforeseeable disasters, following actions will be taken: -

Competency based training programs about emergency preparedness, response will be

delivered to all personnel, and that all workers are familiar and deemed to be competent

with Emergency Management Procedures and Plans.

Emergency response capabilities, which include all fire, medical and rescue equipment

will be maintained to an operational standard, reviewed, and documented on a regular

basis.

For employers they will be told to

Comply with all site safety rules and procedures.

Be alert at all times to potential hazards.

Participate in the identification and elimination of hazards.

3.5 Decommissioning Plan

Impact during Decommissioning of Subproject Component: Dismantling operation

however will have impact on environment due to noise and dust arising out of it. During de-

installation, a specific strategy shall be adopted in order to handle each type of item to keep the

impact during the actual activity low. The decommissioning will also have social impact. The

impact due to decommissioning on power, social and environmental scenario will be guided

by applicable laws and guidelines. These will be addressed appropriately. Impacts during

decommissioning phase are mentioned below,

Noise Pollution: Sources of noise during decommissioning will be similar to those during

construction, and would include equipment (rollers, bulldozers, and diesel engines) and

vehicular traffic. As the residential area is closer, noise levels from some equipment operation

could exceed the EPA/EPR guideline, but will be intermittent and occur for a limited time. For

this, the precautions are more similar addressed in ESMP of this report.

Air Quality: Emissions from decommissioning activities include vehicle emissions; diesel

emissions from large construction equipment and generators; and fugitive dust from many

sources such as land clearing, structure removal, backfilling, dumping, restoration of disturbed

areas (grading, seeding, planting), and truck and equipment traffic. Permission from District

Administration Office (DAO) will be required (as during construction), and therefore these

emissions would not likely exceed air quality standards or impacts.

Substation Electric Waste Management: Substantial amounts of solid waste would be

generated during the decommissioning and dismantling of the facility. Much of the solid

material (e.g., concrete and masonry, steel, power cable, transformer body etc.) could be

recycled and sold as scrap or the remaining nonhazardous waste would be sent to permit

disposal facilities. The categories for hazardous (chemical especially) and non-hazardous waste



shall be dealt accordingly as per standard operating procedure for disposal of waste. For that,

a reputable Third Party shall be hired for handling such waste would be having certification.

3.6 Waste Management Plan

Necessity of WMP

During the construction phase, waste generated from the substation work and expansion of

distribution line will generate nearly 20-30 percent construction waste (Letcher & Vallero,

2011). Types of waste generated will be cardboards, wood products (frames of equipment’s,

wood pallet and its products), plastics products (Plastic and its products), cement bags, metals,

rubbers and glasses.

The major objective of the waste management plan is to manage generated waste in a proper

and environment friendly methods. This plan is mandatory and need to be executed by

Construction Supervision Company (CSC). The basic principle concentrates on reducing

amount of waste through 3R principle, avoidance of waste and provide efficient and

economical refuse collection, recycling, and disposal services.

Waste Minimization Principles

The haphazard discharge/ disposal of huge volume of solid waste generated during different

period of construction phase will degrade the quality of land and the adjoining settlement. The

envisaged pollution effects is not aesthetic but also chemical and biological with implication

on the general sanitary conditions and healthy environmental ecology water bodies. Following

methods will be implemented to handle waste properly and in making CPA and SPA more

environment friendly.

Waste collection, segregation, and final management from the camp and construction

area will be established and operated without deteriorating the surrounding

environment.

Haphazard disposal of solid waste shall be strictly prohibited within Subproject areas.

Lubricants, oils, burnt mobiles, grease, unused chemicals, will be collected in a

centrally located collection center and stored in plastic drums for final disposal in

coordination with local municipality. If hazardous chemical is to be managed, it should

comply and follows the GoN concerned policy.

The packing materials used for casing components should be recyclable and non-

hazardous in nature. For instance, strong wooden boxes and somewhere even cardboard

with a waterproof lining shall be given emphasis for no damages and corrosion in the

components.

Measures addressed in Decommissioning Plan and measures addressed will made

aligned with this plan.



Figure 3-1: Waste Minimization Pyramid

The detailed quantified waste will be provided as it undergoes detail quantity estimation and

completion of tender document.

3.7 Occupational Health and Safety Management (OHSM) Plan

Scope of the OHSM Plan

This plan ensure the health and safety standards required for the Project confirming to statutory

requirements of the relevant laws of Nepal and the NEA’s EHS guideline and standards. Work

should not proceed until the contractor, consultant, and NEA take proper precautions to ensure

environmental protection, health, and safety of all workers involved.

Procedures

This plan will be used in conjunction with the existing Safety and Environmental Management

Plans utilized by NEA.

Identified Project’s Associated Measures







• Provision of first aid kit will be provided.


• Security fences around substation.


Dust Mask, Head Protection, Foot Protection and High Visibility Clothes Must be worn






• The Subproject ensures that the contractor takes fire preventive measures during

construction according to Nepalese Law.

• An on-site medical facility and first aid will be provided for the construction phase to

cater for primary health care needs of personnel.

• The Subproject Manager will ensures a smooth line of communication between NEA

staff, related internal departments, the Project, and the contractors.

Preparation of Safety Documents

• The NEA shall ensure that H & S documents submitted by the contractors are adequate.

• The NEA and CSC will review and approve the contractor's H & S documents prior to

commencing site work. The Subproject will respond to all comments from the

contractor for further action.

• Upon approval, the contractor will carry out its work in accordance with the approved

Health and Safety Plan, Environmental Management Plan, and any other requirement

of the GoN or EIB’s ESP, ESS standards.

Monitoring and Supervision of OHS

• The NEA and CSC shall ensure that the contractor complies with requirements of

Nepalese laws when accidents occur.

• The NEA and CSC monitor health and safety aspects regularly and record all

observations on issues concerning H & S through adopting method of regular

monitoring, H&S audit and inspection and site meeting.

• NEA will be responsible to supervise the OHS and environmental performance of

construction contractor and labors condition.

Skill Development of Workforce through Training on OHS Program

The NEA and CSC shall ensure that the contractor conducts H & S related programs and training

to raise the level of H & S awareness, skills, and knowledge among its staff and workers.

• All technical employees will be provided with the necessary trainings, and using safety

equipment as required for their respective responsibilities and duties. The Subproject

will adhere with labor acts and rules.

• Toolbox meeting and general awareness on emergency warning signposts will be

included on daily plan basis.

Information Required for OHSM Report

Chapter 1: Subproject Overview

1.1 Scope of the document

2.2 Overview of health and safety features



2.3 Subproject Health, Safety and Environmental Goals & Objectives

Chapter 2: Safety policy of the Project

2.1 Safety policy statement

2.2 Contractor’s overall safety responsibilities

2.3 Contractor’s safety Specialist’s responsibilities

2.4 Contractor’s Supervisor’s responsibilities

2.5 Worker’s responsibilities

2.6 Disciplinary policy procedures

2.7 Involvement of the public

2.8 Color coding for PPE

Chapter 3: Health policy and amenities

3.1 Camp establishment and operation

3.1.1 Accommodation (Washing, cooking, bedding facilities with locking)

3.1.2 Toilets

3.1.3 Drinking water

3.1.4 Waste collection bin

3.1.5 Lighting

3.1.6 Ventilation

3.1.7 Maintenance of facilities

3.1.8 Menstrual Kit Accessibility

3.2 First-aid facilities

3.3 Insurance of construction workers

3.5 Site facilities for works of short duration

3.6 Avoiding fire hazards

Chapter 4: Employee training

4.1 Competent person designation

4.2 Safety induction for new employees

4.3 Tool box meetings

Chapter 5: Accidents and emergency

5.1 First aid requirements

5.2 Assisting coworkers in medical emergencies

5.3 Emergency evacuation plan

5.4 Standby emergency vehicle

5.5 Accident investigations

Chapter 6: Toolbox safety talks

6.1 Overview of toolbox meetings

6.2 Recognize the warning signs

6.3 Good housekeeping

6.4 Trenching and excavation

6.4.1 Trenching

6.4.2 Competent person

6.4.3 Protective systems to prevent subsidence

6.4.4 Other safety requirements

6.5 Access to scaffolds

6.7 Falling object protection

6.7.1 Falling object protection alternatives

6.7.2 Falling object protection methods

6.8 Slips, trips, and falls

6.9 Back safety

6.10 Face, hand and foot protection



6.10.1 Overview

6.10.2 Types of hazards

6.10.3 Contractor requirements

6.10.4 Worker requirements

6.10.5 Face and hand protection requirements

6.10.6 Types of protective footwear

6.11 Temporary traffic control

6.11.1 Land closures

6.11.2 Use a variety of TTC devices

6.12 Electrical safety

6.13 Chemical safety

6.13.1 Chemical hazards

6.13.2 Methods of chemical exposure

6.13.3 Safety precautions

6.14 On the Job Tool box safety talks--The Deadly dozen

6.14.1 Unsafe acts

6.14.2 Unsafe conditions

6.15 Workplace violence

6.15.1 Reducing workplace violence hazards

6.15.2 Actions if someone witnesses or experiences workplace violence

Appendices

Appendix A: Pre Start Information Pack and Subproject Notification Approval

Appendix B: Sample health and safety plan format

Appendix C: Standard inspection and report formats

Appendix D: Worksite safety checklists

Appendix E: Sample health and safety signs

Appendix F: Site Drawing with Emergency Exit Layout



4. MONITORING AND REPORTING MECHANISM

4.1 Environmental Monitoring

Environmental Monitoring (EM) is undertaken to collect data/ information of the Subproject

environment to assess the compliance with respect to regularity standards, preparation of

planning documents and effectiveness of the implementation of Environmental Protection

Measures (EPM) addressed in ESMP. It involves the measurement of Physical, Biological and

Socio-economic and Cultural variables associated with activities and stages. To ensure

effective implementation of environmental and social (E&S) safeguards, compliance

monitoring will be conducted internally by NEA/PIU (DSUEP) based on the compliance

monitoring indicators.

The main objectives of environmental monitoring plan are listed below,

To ensure that the Subproject baseline conditions were adequately documented such that a

comparative evaluation of the Subproject baseline before and after commencement of the

Subproject could be made precisely for impact evaluation.

To ensure that the mitigation commitments by the Promoter for the minimization of adverse

impacts and enhance the beneficial impacts and the mitigation measures and enhancement

program are comply and implemented in time and with sincerity.

To confirm that the Subproject impacts are within the limits of the impact prediction or not

and to minimize unpredicted impacts occurred during Subproject construction and

operation.

Following procedures are adopted for monitoring purpose by this Project:

Identifying the sources and characteristics of all observed environmental effects

Quantifying claims on resources and discharges to the environment

Quantifying and qualifying indirect effects as far as possible on the environment

To meet the above objectives and procedures three types of monitoring are envisaged in the

plan, namely: Baseline Monitoring, Compliance Monitoring and Impact Monitoring. Details

of the monitoring are presented below.

Baseline

Monitoring

This is a pre-audit study, is conducted to know the pre-Project baseline condition of the

environmental parameters. This is carried out just before the construction of the Project.

Baseline monitoring does not apply to this Subproject because it will be launching

immediately after the approval of the report.

Compliance

Monitoring

This monitoring is carried out to know the implementation status of environmental

requirements as documented in the ESMP report and they will be compiled during the

construction and operation stages of the Subproject as appropriate.

It focuses on the compliance of the tender clause, compliance of the mitigation measures,

timely and adequate implementation of the Environmental Management Plan, and

overall environmental and social performance of the Project.



Impact

Monitoring

This monitoring detects environmental changes and estimates inherent variation within

the environment, establishes long-term trends in the natural system, and derives

conclusions by making a comparison against a standard or target.

Its focus on monitoring of,

the impacts of the Subproject on the physical, biological and socioeconomic &

cultural environment of the area

the accuracy of the predicted impacts

emerging impacts due to Subproject activities or natural processes and develop

remedial action and

the effectiveness of mitigation measures



Table 4-1: Environmental Monitoring Plan11

SN Environmental

Component Indicators Monitoring Methods Location Schedule

Pre-Construction Phase

1.

Budget allocation

for implementation

of mitigation

measures

Budget heading and amount in figures in contract

documents

Review of Subproject

documents, and records, and

inquires with Subproject staff

- Once pre-

construction

2. Employment for

Locals

Job placement conditions, Notice of vacancies

published in local media/notice board

Appointment document, and job

announcement Project area

Once, after

vacancy

announcement

Construction Phase

Physical Environment

1. Alternation of

Land

Demarcation of land for substation, installation

of pole in RoW of access road and edge of

cultivated land (up to possible)

Coordination record minutes

with associated stakeholders

DL route and

substation area

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

2. Stability Issues

Backfilling in excavated part after construction,

subsidence/sliding and erosional evidence,

damages to adjoining entities, pit hole and its

foundation materials compaction

Direct Site Inspection Project area

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

3. Spoil Management Excavation and filling as per design, compaction

and watering facility

Observation, records and

contract documents Construction site

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

4. Air quality

Emission and Dust around Subproject area, Foul

smell, Suspended particulate matter, Vehicular

Maintenance

Observation, and taking records

for spraying water and vehicle

log book of maintenance work

Construction site Daily

5. Noise pollution Noise level dB(A) of

Construction vehicles and construction schedule

Observation, and measurement

using digital sound meter Construction site Daily

11 Nepal Electricity Authority 2019: Environment and Social Management Framework (ESMF) for Distribution System Upgrade & Expansion Project (DSUEP), Kathmandu.



SN Environmental


6. Solid Waste

Management

Solid waste segregation, collection and

management mechanism, follow of waste

management plan and practices and SWM Plan

Direct Site Observation and

practices Construction site Weekly

7. Electric, and Fire

Hazard

Evidence of workforce skill development

training, installation of warning signs, electrical,

mechanical insulation, and guarding system

Participation Record, and Direct

Site Inspection Construction site Daily

Biological Environment

1. Bird Collision

Preventive measures included Subproject

infrastructure, incidence of an accident, and

causes

Carcasses count to test the

efficacy of preventative

measures

Project area Every 3 Month12

Social, and Cultural Environment

1.

Labor Camp

Location, and

Management

Number of workers from Subproject area, and its

surrounding settlement, Basic facilities within the

camps as in ESMP, and Inclusiveness of

marginalized, and indigenous groups people from

SPA

Questionnaire and FGD with

local people, Direct Site

Inspection

Project area Weekly

2. Child, and Gender

issues

Engagement of child in any form (direct/indirect

or on/off-site), wage discrimination among male,

and female workers, basic facilities for females

as per recommended in ESMP, psychological,

and physical assault evidence (recorded/verbal

complain)

Direct Consultation with the

Female workers, Questionnaire

with local people nearby the

Subproject area, Direct Site

Observation, and other Scientific

means to evaluate the gender

issues


3. Occupational

Health, and Safety

Impacts on health of the workers, No. of

accidents registered, use of the personal

protective instrument by the workers

Approved health, and safety plan

from NEA management team in

hand


4.

Grievance

Redressing

Mechanisms

Committee formation records, issue settlement

records on the campsite, Gender, social, and

others associated with Project.

Inspection of settlement, records

of diseases, and accidents, and

consultation with the public

Project area Every 2 Weeks

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4.2 Environmental Monitoring Cost

During development phase, the supervising engineer of the civil works will be entrusted for

the environmental monitoring, while during operation phase an Integrated Environmental

Management System shall be established for the Subproject among the senior members from

different departments.

The instrumental monitoring cost for air, noise, water quality are not embedded within the

Subproject document for the environment management system for the Subproject and requires

third party. The cost of such monitoring and expenses on workforce is presented following

table.

Table 4-2: Environmental Monitoring Cost

SN Description Quantity

(Days/Events)

Unit Rate

(NRs.)

Estimated Amount

(NRs.)

Experimentation

1.

Sampling and Laboratory

Analysis for Air, Noise, and

Water

2 times over

the Subproject

construction

period

1,00,000.00 200,000.00

Human Resource (Sectoral Experts)

1. Environmentalist/ESMP Expert 30 days 10,000.00 300,000.00

2. Ecologist/ Biodiversity Expert 10 days 10,000.00 100,000.00

3. Social Expert 30 days 10,000.00 300,000.00

4. OHS Expert 30 days 10,000.00 300,000.00

5. Transmission Line Expert/

Electrical Engineer 10 days 10,000.00

100,000.00

Logistic and Supply

1. Transportation LS - 400,000.00

2. Logistic for Monitoring Study LS - 200,000.00

Total 1,90,000.00

4.3 Grievance Redress Mechanism

A grievance redress mechanism (GRM) will be established to receive, evaluate, and facilitate

the resolution of affected people’s concerns, complaints, and grievances about the social and

environmental related issues at the Subproject level.

The GRM will aim to provide a time-bound and transparent mechanism to voice and resolve

social and environmental concerns linked to the project. It will provide an accessible and

trusted platform for receiving and facilitating resolution of affected persons’ grievances related

to the project. The GRM will provide an accessible and trusted platform for receiving and

facilitating resolution of affected persons’ grievances related to the project. The multi-tier

GRM for the Subproject is outlined below, each tier having time-bound schedules and with

responsible persons identified to address grievances and seek appropriate persons’ advice at

each stage, as required.



This process entails the concerned party submitting a grievance either in-person, or via phone, letter, or email to the Site-Engineer or the concerned

Municipality Chief or the concerned Ward Chair. The Site-Engineer will record such complaint. In cases where Ward Chair has received such

grievance, he should forward the grievance to the Site-Engineer. The Site-Engineer shall notify the committee members of Tier-I. There are three

level of GRM based on time-bound schedules as,

Table 4-3: Levels of Grievance Redress Mechanism Based on Time Bound

Provisions Levels of Grievance Redress Mechanism

First Level (Tier-I) Second Level (Tier-II) Third Level (Tier-III)

Level Local Level

Project Manager Office (PMO) headed by the

Project Manager (PM) at Project

Implementation Unit (PIU)

District Level

Supervisory NEA Site-Engineer PMO Chief District Officer (CDO)

Assistance

Chief/Mayor of Concerned Local Level

and Chairperson/ Representative of

Ward, Construction Contractor’s (CC)

Representative and Project Supervision

Consultant’s (PSC) Safeguards Officer

NEA Site-Engineer and PSC’s Social Expert,

and Construction Contractor

PMO, affected persons, representative from Rural

Municipality/Municipality, Site-Engineer, PSC’s Social

Expert.

If deemed necessary, representative from Forest Office,

representative from Land Revenue Office, and

representative from Land Survey Office are invited.

Days for

Resolving

Complain

7 days of receipt of a complaints/

grievance

15 days of complaints forwarded by Site-

Engineer 15 days

Committee

Members

Committee Member Designation Committee Member Designation Committee Member Designation

Ward Chair Coordinator Project Manager Coordinator Chief District Officer (CDO) Chair

Site-Engineer-NEA Member secretary Site-Engineer Member

Secretary Project Manager Coordinator

Community Liaison

Officer from PSC Member Mayor/ Chair of municipality Member Site-Engineer Member Secretary

Contractor engineer Member Community Relations

Manager from PSC Member Municipality Chief/Ward Chair Member

Affected person ( one

male and one female) Member Contractor Engineer Member

Community Relations Manager from

PSC Member

Women Member of

ward committee Member

Representative from affected

people (at least 2, one male

and one female)

Members Contractor Engineer Member




First Level (Tier-I) Second Level (Tier-II) Third Level (Tier-III) One IP member ( if IP’s

are affected) Member

Women Member of

Municipality committee Member

Representatives from affected people

(at least 2, one male and one female) Members

One IP member ( if IP’s are

affected) Member

Women Member of Municipality

committee Member

One IP member ( if IP’s are affected) Member

Figure 4-1: Workflow Diagram for GRM from NEA13 Tier-I Tier-II Tier-III

* Affected People (AP) have the right to refer the grievances to appropriate courts of law if not satisfied with the redress at any stage of the process

i.e., the AP will have the choice to approach country’s judicial system.

13 Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) Prepared for the sub-projects financed by Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) under Distribution System Upgrade and Expansion Project

(DSUEP), Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), May 2021.



5. IMPLEMENTATION OF ESMP

This study has identified and evaluated beneficial as well as adverse impacts with appropriate

suggested mitigation, elimination or minimization measures of adverse impacts, and

augmentation of benefits. The Promoter will be responsible for implementing the proposed

enhancement measures, mitigation measures, and monitoring activities. The total ESMP cost

estimated for this subproject is as NRs. 72,00,000.00. The promoter should carry out all these

activities along with the cost provided within this ESMP report.



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ANNEXES



Transformer Switch Yard

Stay/Guy Sets Steel Tubular Pole

Insulator Civil-Structures Supporting Electrical

Components

Conductor

Component Location within 33 kV Substation

Bird Diverting Reflector Wishbone Prevents Birds Landing on Wire

White Spiral in Wire Improves Visibility of Wire Construction of Nest at Poles also divert Brid not sitting at

Wires

Components Used for Preventing Birds from Collision in Distribution Line


नेपाल बिद्यतु प्राबिकरण

वितरण प्रणाली स्तरोन्नवत तथा विस्तार आयोजना )DSUEP(

आयोजनावाट पनन सक्न ेभौबतक तथा जैबवक वातावरणीय प्रभावहरुको पबहचान गननका लाबग बवध्यमान

भौबतक तथा जैबवक वातावरणीय अवबथथबतका वारेमा जानकारी बलन तयार पाररएको सवेक्षण फारम

Promoter: Field Visit Date:

Name of

Subproject:

Province:

District: Mun/RM:

Field Highlights:

Nearest Landmark

Environmental

Sensitivity

Major Physical

Env. Issues

Major Biological

Env. Issues

Accessibility to Site

Physical Environment Baseline (भौवतक िातािरणीय अिवस्थवत)

1 Occurrence of Slope Instability, Erosion and Flooding

SN

DL

/SS

Co

ord

ina

tes

Occ

urr

en

ce

(Ro

ck f

all/

Lan

dsl

ide/

Ero

sion/

Flo

od

ing

)

Dimension (m)

Ty

pe

(1.

Fal

l 2

. T

opp

le 3

. S

lide

4.

Sp

read

5.

Flo

w 6

. C

reep

7.

Shee

t

8.

Ril

l 9

. G

ull

y 1

0.

Inu

nd

atio

n)

Asp

ect

(No

rth

/ S

ou

th)

Dis

tan

ce f

rom

DL

/SS

(m

)

His

tory

of

Ev

iden

ce (

Yr.

)

Oth

er T

rig

ger

ing

Fa

cto

rs

Length Width Depth

2 Drainage System

SN

DL

/SS

Lo

cati

on

/ S

ettl

emen

ts

Ty

pe

of

La

nd

Use

La

nd

Pro

file

/ S

ha

pe

(Co

nca

ve,

Co

nv

ex,

Un

ifo

rm S

lop

es)

Ty

pe

of

Dra

ina

ge

(Nat

ura

l o

r

Co

nst

ruct

ed)

Ch

ara

cter

isti

cs (

Bra

ided

, D

end

riti

c)

Operational

Status Associated Issues

Po

or

Fai

r

Go

od

Wat

er L

og

gin

g

Su

bsi

den

ce

Cu

ttin

g

Oth

er (

If a

ny

)

3 River/ Stream Crossing and Water Quality Parameter

SN DL/SS Location/

Settlements

Name

River/Stream

Flooding

width

Left-

Right

(m)

Distance

Substation/DL

Pole from

River/Stream

Water Quality

Parameter- EXTECH

ExStik II DO600

Temp.

(oC)

pH EC

(µc/cm)

4 Accessibility

# NH-National Highway, DR-District Road, VR-Village Road

SN Location/

Settlements

Road Type Classification

of Roads

Road Condition

Asphalt/

Bitumen Concrete Gravel Earthen NH DR VR Poor Fair Good

5 Land Use Pattern

S

N

Compon

ent

(DL/SS)

Chainage/

Settlement/

Landmark

Description of Land Area (ha)

Remar

ks

Forest Cultivabl

e /

Agricult

ure

Bui

lt

Up

Barren Land Other

(Specif

y)

Tot

al

Are

a

Fro

m

T

o

Tot

al

CF

s

Gov

t.

Priva

te

Gov

t.

6 Air Quality and Noise Level

SN Location/

Chainage


Detector

Noise Level -UNI-T UT 353 Mini

Sound Meter

PM2.5 PM10 Causing Factors dBA Causing Factors

7 Solid Waste Management Practices

SN Location/ Settlement Source of wastes Management Practices

Biological Environment Baseline (जैविक िातािरणीय अिवस्थवत)

1 Checklist for the Ethno-Botanical studies of the Subproject Area (Site and Surroundings)

SN Local Name Botanical Name Use Categories

Remarks M F T E O R Fi

M = Medicinal, F = Fodder, T = Timber, E = Economical, R = religious, Fi = Fiber yielding

2 Enumeration of the Tree

C*- Cutting, B*- Bushing

#Note: Girth 10-30 cm Pole size, more than 30 cm girth size a tree

3 Wildlife Survey Questionnaire and Checklist

i. Do you see wildlife in your settlement area?

Yes/No

If yes, how often?

Name of Species (Wild Animals and Birds) Where How Often

Frequency: f- frequently, O- occasional, r-rare

ii. Herpetofauna


iii. Fish Diversity

Name of Species Where How Often

Screening Checklist Completed by: Checklist Reviewed and Approved by:

Name: Name:

Designation: Designation:

Date: Date:

SN DL/SS Local Name DBH

(cm)

Height

(m) C*/B* Class

GPS Coordinate Remarks

Longitude Latitude


वितरण प्रणाली स्तरोन्नवत तथा विस्तार आयोजना (वि.एस.यु.ई.पी)

सामावजक आवथिक अध्ययन

(समहू केबरित छलफल प्रश्नावली)

१. सामान्य जानकारी

छलफल गररएको बमबत: .......................................... उप-आयोजनाको नाम:...............................................................................................

बजल्ला: ................................... गा.पा./न.पा. ....................................... वडा नं. ............ गाउँ/टोल: .........................

२. यस छलफलमा समेविएको अध्ययन स्थलका िस्तीहरुको प्रकार (सहर-बजार, अर्ि घना बवस्त िा छररएको कस्तो खालको छ

नाम सवहत लेख्ने)

िस्तीको नाम िस्तीको प्रकार जम्मा घररु्री मुख्य मुख्य जातजावत मुख्य मुख्य र्मि

३. यस ठाउँका मावनसहरुको स्थानीय भाषा कुन कुन हो र कुन कुन समुदायले प्रयोग गदिछन ?

स्थानीय भाषा बोल्ने समुदाय अनुमावनत घररु्री कैवफयत

४. यस ठाउँका मावनसहरु मुख्य रुपमा कुन कुन पेशामा वनभिर छन ्।

पेशा वनभिर प्रवतशत आयोजना वनमािणले

प्रभाि पाछि वक पादैन

कस्तो प्रभाि पाछि

(सकरात्मक/नकारात्मक) कैवफयत

५. यस स्थानमा हुने बसाईसराई कस्तो कस्तो खालको हुन्छन ?

बसाईसराई सरेर जाने मुख्य

स्थानहरु

घररु्री बसाईसराई सरेर आउने मुख्य


घररु्री

६. यस बवस्त बाि वनम्न सुविर्ाहरुको पहुँच कस्तो छ ।

सुविर्ा को अिस्था स्थान दुरी (वक.वम.)

माध्याबमक थकुल

कलेज/क्याम्पस

थवाथथ चौकी

प्राथबमक थवाथथ केरि

आयवेुबिक केरि

अथपताल

मखु्य िजार

थथानीय िजार

िैंक/बवत्तीय संथथा

सडक

वडा कायनलय

पाबलका कायनलय

बजल्ला सिरमकुाम

७. यस स्थानमा रहेका शैविक संस्थाहरुको वििरण वदनुहोस ।

शैविक संस्थाको नाम स्थान पढाई हुने तह/किा स्िावमत्ि (वनवज, साबिजवनक/सरकारी) कैवफयत

८. यस ठाउको सािरताको अबस्था कस्तो छ?

जनसंख्या

-अंक िा प्रवतशत _

वनरिर सािर

पुरुष

मवहला

९. यस स्थानमा रहेका स्िास््य संस्थाको वििरण वदनुहोस ।

स्िास््य संस्थाको नाम स्थान उपलब्र् स्िास््य

सुवबर्ा स्िावमत्ि (वनवज, सरकारी) कैवफयत

१०. यस ठाउँका मावनसहरुमा देखा पने मुख्य मुख्य रोगहरु के के हुन ?

......................................................................................................................................................................

......................................................................................................................................................................

११. यस ठाउँका मावनसहरु वबरामी पदाि अबलम्बन गने मुख्य मुख्य उपचार पद्दवत के के हुन ? (अस्पताल, घरेलु उपचार,

र्ामीझाँक्री)

......................................................................................................................................................................

......................................................................................................................................................................

......................................................................................................................................................................

यस ठाउँका मावनसहरुको खानेपानीको मुख्य मुख्य श्रोत कुन कुन हो?

श्रोतहरु खानेपानीको लावग प्रयोग गने घररु्री

संख्या प्रवतशत

पाईप/िारा

कुवा

महुान तथा ढंुगे िारा

नबि/खोला/खोल्सा

यस ठाउँका मावनसहरुको शौचालय प्रयोग सम्बवन्र् वििरण वदनुहोस ।

चपीको प्रकार प्रयोग गने घररु्री संख्या प्रवतशत

खाल्डे

प्यान भएको खाल्डे

आिबुनक

चपी नभएको

१२. यस ठाउँका मावनसहरु घरबाि वनस्कने फोहरमैला सामान्यतया कसरर ब्यबस्थापन गने गदिछन ?

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१३. यस ठाउँमा उपलब्र् यातायात पूिािर्ारको वििरण वदनुहोस ।

सिकको नाम सिकको लम्बाई लाभावन्ित िस्तीहरु सिकको अिस्था

१४. विरु्तमा पहुँच भएका घररु्रीहरुको वििरण वदनुहोस ?

विरु्तमा पहुँच भएका घररु्री संख्या/प्रवतशत: ........................................

विरु्तमा पहुँच नभएका घररु्री संख्या/प्रवतशत: ......................................

१५. यस स्थानमा वसंचाई सुवबर्ा कस्तो रहेको छ ?

वसंचाईको योजनाको नाम वसंचाई श्रोतको नाम वसंचाई हुने जम्मा िेत्रफल (ईकाई

खुलाउने)

लाभावन्ित

घरपररिार

१६. वबरु्वतकरणले वसंचाई सुवबर्ामा पानि सक्ने प्रभाि सम्बवन्र् वििरण वदनुहोस ।

.............................................................................................................................................................................................

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१७. यस स्थानमा उपलब्र् संचार सुवबर्ाहरुको वििरण वदनुहोस ।

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१८. यस स्थानमा उपलब्र् स्थानीय बजार तथा उद्योगहरुको वििरण वदनुहोस ।

िजारको नाम अिवस्थत स्थान खाजा

पसल लज संख्या

पसल

संख्या

उद्योग संख्या

कैवफयत

साना मझौला ठूला

१९. यस स्थानमा हुने मुख्य मुख्य कृवष उत्पादनहरु के के हुन ्?

िाली मुख्य मुख्य िालीको नाम कैवफयत

अरन वाली

तरकारी वाली

नगिे वाली

फलफुल

२०. यस स्थानमा अिस्थीत ऐवतहावसक सांस्कृवतक र्रोहर, र्ावमिक स्थल तथा सांस्कृवतक महत्िको खुला स्थान भएमा उल्लेख

गनुिहोस ।

ऐवतहावसक सांस्कृवतक र्रोहर, र्ावमिक

स्थल तथा सांस्कृवतक महत्िको खुला

स्थानको नाम

सांस्कृवतक/र्ावमिक महत्ि आयोजनाले पानि

सक्ने प्रभाि

कैवफयत

२१. यस ठाउँको प्रमुख चािबाि र मेला समारोह हरु के के हुन ?

प्रमुख चािबाि र मेला समारोह मनाउने समुदाय कैवफयत

२२. यहाहरुको वबचारमा आयोजनाका के कस्ता सकारात्मक असरहरु देखा पनेछन ्?

वनमािण चरणमा वनमािण सम्पन्न भइसकेपछी

२३. यहाहरुको वबचारमा आयोजना वनमािण भएपवछ के कस्ता नकारात्मक असरहरु देखा पनेछन ्?


२४. आयोजना प्रवत स्थानीयहरु को र्ारणा तथा सहमवतको बारेमा बताईवदनुहोस ्।

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२५. अन्य केवह सुझाि तथा विप्पणी छन ्भने उल्लेख गनुिहोस ्।

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सिेिण गनेको पुरा नाम, पद र ठेगाना

नाम: ....................................................................

पद: ....................................................................

ठेगाना: ....................................................................

वमवत: ....................................................................


SN Legislation Provisions Relevancy with

respect to Project

1. Constitution of

Nepal

Constitution of Nepal is the main legal document,

which emphasizes on right of clean environment of

the people, natural resources protection, preservation

and its prudent use. Rights regarding clean

environment, under article 30:

It includes to make multi-purpose development of

water resources, while according priority to domestic

investment based on public participation to ensure

reliable supply of energy in an affordable and easy

manner, and make proper use of energy for the

fulfillment of the basic needs of citizens, by

generating and developing renewable energy in

article 51 (g).

DSUEP helps to fulfil

the rights of people to

live in clean

environment along

with to fulfil the basic

needs by providing

access of sufficient

energy.

2.

Environment

Protection Act

2076 (2019 AD)

Section 3 of the Act requires the proponent to conduct

environmental studies in relation to the prescribed

proposals of any developmental works. Subsection 2

of this act provides the framework about the

environmental study report prepared pursuant to sub-

section (1) shall, in fulfillment of the process as

prescribed, be submitted to the relevant bodies of

Government of Nepal for approval.

Environmental Studies

and approved of report

from authorized body

before construction of

any project is

mandatory to

minimize the negative

impacts in Nepal

which is addressed in

EPA, 2076.

3.

Environmental

Protection

Rule, 2077

(2020 AD)

[First

Amendment on

2078 (2021)]

Under the Environmental Protection Rules (2077)

first amendment (2078) , rule (3) as mentioned in

annex (1), Section (F) (Energy, Water Resources and

Irrigation Sector) sub-section (1), a proponent shall

be required to carry out the Brief Environmental

Studies for construction of transmission line project

less than 66 kV in forest land for another purpose.

This rule provides the

overall guidance to

what type of

environmental studies

is required according

to project by

Government of Nepal.

4.

Nepal

Environmental

Policy and

Action Plan,

2050(1993)

The aims of NEPAP are:

To manage natural and physical resources efficiently

and sustainably

To balance the development efforts and

environmental conservation for sustainable

fulfilment of basic needs

To preserve endemic and endangered species and

their habitats; the promotion of private and public

institutions for biological resources inventory and

conservation

To safeguard national heritage

To mitigate adverse environmental impact of

development protects and human actions

To integrate environment and development through

appropriate institutions, adequate legislation and

economic incentives and sufficient public resources

DSUEP should follow

the aims of NEPAP to

protect and conserve

the physical,

biological and social

environment during

construction of 33 kV

distribution line along

with substation.

5.

CITES Act,

2017

Prohibits for the treat and business of protected species

is explained in Section 1, Rule 3 of this act. However,

Sub-Rule 2 of the Rule 3 has allowed for the export

This act binds the

workers along with the

people not to collect,


respect to Project

and import of protected species for certain

circumstances mention under sub-rule after taking

approval. The Section 5 of the acts state the provision

of punishment for the unauthorized import, export

and provision mentioned in Section 3.

treat and business of

the protected plants

and animals listed in

appendices of CITES.

6.

Electricity Act

1992

No person shall be entitled to conduct survey,

generation, transmission or distribution of electricity

without obtaining license under this act.

The Electricity Act of 1992 has provision of land

procurement for the development of projects that

involve electricity generation, transmission or

distribution. The Act states that the licensee may

submit an application to GoN to purchase the land or

house of any person if it is required for the generation,

transmission or distribution of electricity. Upon the

receipt of such an application, GoN may make the

land or house, so requisitioned, available to any

corporate body under the prevailing laws.

The main goal of this

project is to distribute

the sufficient amount

of electricity by

constructing 33 kV

line and substation by

conducting the survey

to minimize the

impacts.

7.

Soil and

Watershed

Conservation

Act, 2039 (1982

AD)

Soil and watershed conservation Act, 1982 expedient to

make legal provisions on the land and watershed

conservation by controlling natural calamities such as

flood, landslide and soil erosion and maintain

convenience and economic interests of the general

public.

To do the works,

which can act, as

causative factor of

flood, landslide and

soil erosion should

strictly prohibited

during the

construction of this

project.

8.

Rural Energy

Policy, 2006

Rationale of formulating and implementing this policy

is to create conducive environment that will self-

motivate and mobilize local institutions, rural energy

user groups, non-government organizations,

cooperatives and private sector organization for the

development and expansion of rural energy

resources. The government will facilitate and

promote to involve private development and

expansion of new technologies. It has also envisioned

subsidy provision for promotion of such renewable

energy technologies.

This project helps to

improve the

distribution and

motivate to use the

electricity in rural

areas of western

Nepal.

9.

Labor Act,

2074 (2017 AD)

This labor Act was made under the management of

parliament under sub-clause 1 of clause 296 of

Constitution of Nepal. Sub-section 3 of Section 2

states that the employees should not be compelled to

other work other than they are assigned for. In

addition, Sub-section 5 of Section 2 states about

prohibition of child labor in any organization and

sub-section 6 of Section 2 states that there should not

be any kind of discrimination among the employee’s

regard of religion, ethnicity, gender, origin, language

or intelligence or other kind of characters.

Construction of

project is only possible

when the rights of

labor is secure. In this

project, the contractor

should follow this act

strictly.


respect to Project

10.

Child Labor

(Prohibition

and

Regulation)

Act, 2056 (2000

AD)

As per section 3 of this act, no child having not attained

the age of 14 years shall be engaged in works as a

laborer.

Child labor is strictly

prohibited in this

project and contractor

should follow this act.

11.

Solid Waste

Management

Act, 2068 (2011

AD)

This act has been formulated with a goal of minimizing

solid waste production from the target area by setting

rules and regulation on solid waste management

(SWM) in the country in order to develop better

environment for the systematic and effective

management of solid waste and to involve all the

concern stakeholders in SWM practice. The main

features of this act are discussion of 3R principle

(Reduce, Reuse and Recycle). 3R principle seems to

be very beneficial as it not only increases the life of

landfill site but also save the money, which could be

used for other infrastructure development. Section 4

of the act assign the local body to manage or use the

solid waste discharged or dumped in collection

center, transfer station or treatment plant or collected

during cleaning.

This act provides the

overall framework to

manage the solid

waste generated from

households to project

level. In addition, the

proponent should

manage the waste

generated during

construction.

12.

Solid Waste

Management

Rules, 2070

(2013 AD)

The solid waste management rule was formulated as per

provision made in article 50 of Solid Waste

Management Act, 2068. This regulation has

emphasized the segregation of waste at source and

mentioned that the responsibility of proper disposal

and management of source belongs to the producers

themselves. Section 3 of the rule describes about the

segregation and management of solid waste. It has

mentioned that it is essential to segregate degradable

and non-degradable solid waste at source.

These rules provide

the overall framework

about how to reduce

the volume of waste to

dispose from the

source during

construction of

substation.

13. Fifteenth Plan

Vision of 15th plan is in contribution to the prosperity

of the nation through sustainable and reliable

development of hydropower by setting the goal which

is ensure energy security through intensifying

hydropower generation. In addition, one of the

strategy of government of Nepal in 15th plan is to

make the distribution system effective and reliable to

increase energy efficiency and increase power

consumption by expanding access to electricity by

formulating the required policies.

This 5-year interim

plan sets the goal

about generation and

distribution of

hydroelectricity in

Nepal, which is

directly related to this

project.

14.

United Nations

Framework

Convention on

Climate

Change

(UNFCCC),

1992

UNFCCC, Signatories: 165. Parties: 195. (1), Article

(4), commitment (f) states climate change

considerations into account, to the extent feasible, in

their relevant social, economic and environmental

policies and actions, and employ appropriate

methods, for example impact assessments,

formulated and determined nationally, with a view to

minimizing adverse effects on the economy, on

Goal of this project is

to replace the

traditional form of

energy by clean

energy i.e. electricity

which ultimately

reduces the air

pollution and smoke.


respect to Project

public health and on the quality of the environment,

of projects or measures undertaken by them to

mitigate or adapt to climate change. After it entered

into force on 21 March 1994, in accordance with, it

mandates the individual state for prioritization of

resource conservation with development.

15.

Directive

2011/92/EU of

the European

Parliament and

of the Council

of 13 December

2011 and its

Amendment

2014/52/EU

Annex II of this directive provides the overall

framework of project, which required environmental

assessment according to article 4 (2). Provision of

Environmental Assessment has mentioned for

installation of hydroelectric energy production in 3(h)

of Annex II.

The criteria of Lender

in case of minimum

issues. (Required

Environmental

Assessment- ESMP

for category C

Projects)

16. ILO 169

The main objective of this convention is to secure the

rights of indigenous and tribal people along with the

gender equality and non-discrimination of workers

during work. The Article 1 on First Part of this

convention mainly focused on following points:

(a) the social, cultural and economic conditions of tribal

peoples in independent countries differentiate from

other parts of the national community and their status

is managed fully or partially by their own customs or

traditions or by special laws or regulations;

(b) peoples in independent countries who are regarded

as indigenous on account of their descent from the

populations which inhabited the country, or a

geographical region to which the country belongs, at

the time of conquest or colonization or the

establishment of present state boundaries and who,

irrespective of their legal status, retain some or all of

their own social, economic, cultural and political

institutions.

Self-identification as indigenous or tribal shall be

regarded as a fundamental criterion for determining

the groups to which the provisions of this Convention

apply.

The use of the term peoples in this Convention shall

not be construed as having any implications as

regards the rights, which may attach to the term under

international law.

Nepal is the part of

ILO convention that’s

why ILO 169 should

strictly followed

during construction

and implementation of

any types

17.

Environment

and Social

Management

Framework

ESMF is to guide DSUEP sub-projects in the area of

E&S management using appropriate instruments,

methodologies, procedure and responsibilities

during the project cycle. NEA and the project

partners shall apply during design and development

of the sub-projects in order to comply with the

Government of Nepal E&S regulations and the

Financiers’ standards on E&S assessment and

management, Involuntary Resettlement, Indigenous

People, Gender, etc.).

Main guiding

document for E&S

study to identify

issues and

recommending

appropriate practical

augmentation/

mitigation measures


respect to Project

18.

Environmental

and Social

Policy (ESP)

This policy speaks for the mandatory E&S

requirements for each Project like, screening, DDR,

E&S Assessment, ESMP, ESMF, Information

Disclosure, Consultation and Monitoring and

Evaluation.

Mandatory

requirement for

ESMP study




SIGNAL NOTICE

DANGER SIGNS

INSTRUCTION SIGNS

SAFETY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTION SIGNS


Vegetated Gabion Wall Vegetation Check Dam

Jute Netting Check Dam

Sediment Control Ditches


SWM Approaches Waste Segregation Container

Waste Types for Selling to Scrap Delears Major SWM Practices (Discard Open

Burning)


Tapping Point at Donek, Bungal Municipality-5

North Face of Substation at Hatkot, Bungal Municipality-5

South-West Face of Substation at Hatkot, Bungal Municipality-5

Notice Pasting at Bungal Municipality-5 Office and Consultation with Owner of Land

at DL Route near Tapping Point

Air and Noise Pollution Measurement and Physical and Biological Inventory Survey

near Tapping Point, Donek

Measurement of Water Quality of Kalinga River and Existing Solid Waste Management

Practices around Project Site, Bungal Municipality-5

Stakeholders during Public Consultation cum FGD Meeting at Substation, Hatkot


JOGIKUTI-MANGALAPUR DISTRIBUTION LINE SUBPROJECT

Rupandehi District, Lumbini Province

OCTOBER 2021

CLIENT:







CONSULTANT:



| ESMP Report of Jogikuti-Mangalapur Distribution Line Subproject | October 2021


TABLE OF CONTENT






1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 2


2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SETTINGS ..................................... 11


3. ASSESSMENT OF IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES ............................. 17







REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................... 48

ANNEXES ........................................................................................................................................... 50



LIST OF TABLES


Table 1-2: Estimation of Requirement of Resources ................................................................. 8



Table 1-5: Issues Raised by Stakeholders and Responses ....................................................... 10

Table 2-1: Ambient Air and Noise Quality Parameter Measurement ...................................... 12

Table 2-2: List of Birds Found within the Subproject Area .................................................... 15






LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1-1: Location Map of Jogikuti-Mangalapur Distribution Line Subproject .................... 6

Figure 1-2: Bird-Eye View of Jogikuti-Mangalapur Distribution Line Subproject in Satellite

Map ............................................................................................................................................ 7

Figure 2-1: Google Elevation Profile of Distribution Line in Satellite Map ........................... 11




Figure 3-1: 33kV, 3-Core Underground Power Cable and Method for Laying Cable ............ 20



LIST OF ANNEXES





ANNEX 5: CONSULTATION MEETING MINUTES











Flora

























Units


CO2 Carbon dioxide

dB Decibel

g Gram

ha Hectare

HHs Households

Kg Kilogram

Km Kilometer

kV Kilovolt



kWh Kilo Watt Hour

ltr Litre

LV Low Voltage

m Meter


mm Milimeter


MW Megawatt



sq.m. Square Meter

Conversion Unit

Substation of 10159 m2 = 1.02 ha and 548.62 m DL= 0.14 ha



1. INTRODUCTION


From the screening study, it concluded that Subproject associated impacts are likely to have

minimal or no adverse environmental and social impact as it does not physically displace any

family and economic displacement of any of the families. For minor level Projects, which have

minimal or no major environmental and social impacts, lies in Category C Subproject as

defined by Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF)1 for DSUEP and Joint

Financial Partner (JFP) policies requires a brief Environmental and Social Management Plan

(ESMP). In addition, Subproject induced unforeseen issues and likely raised impacts during

implementation will be addressed in Due Diligence Report (DDR).


Nepal’s energy mostly relies on commercial non-renewable resources like petrol, diesel,

cooking gas (LPG), and so on after the traditional source, ‘fuelwood’ (MoF, 2020). Nepal has

a population of around 29 million2 of which about 90% population have access to electricity in




increase at this rate. This means deceleration on the sale of diesel and LPG is still not happening

due to adequate supply or acceptance by people for cooking, cooling, and heating purposes. To

ensure reliable and affordable energy supply and proper utilization of energy by generation and

development Government of Nepal has set the target to produce 10,000 MW by production

plant in one decade and will construct and develop all infrastructure for the distribution of

electricity in the next 5 years (The White Paper, 2018).

To improve rural access to electricity for daily HHs use and business, a proper distribution


Nepal in coordination with NEA has launched the Distribution System Upgrade and Expansion





strategy to overcome the continuing power shortages and satisfy the growing electricity

demand. From this, the distribution system is overloaded and feeders are tripping.

1 Environment and Social Management Framework (ESMF) for Distribution System Upgrade and Expansion Project

(DSUEP), Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), 2019.


https://cbs.gov.np/










districts of Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim Provinces in the western and far-western

regions of Nepal3. It has clustered the Project based on geographical location, the difficulty of

implementation, cost, and agreement with the European Investment Bank to finance the

construction of distribution under DSUEP. Under EIB finance, a total of 14 Project; 9 Projects

in 6 districts of Lumbini province, 4 Projects in 3 districts of Sudurpaschim province, and 1

Project in 2 districts of Karnali province will be constructed.


equivalent (CO2e) emissions for the Programme are the ohmic losses of the new network

equipment being installed to connect new customers. Still, most of the households use kerosene

and business houses are using diesel generators or commercial fossil fuel-based off-grid

alternatives to renewable hydropower energy in the case of Nepal. Following the connection


from the grid. On completion, the Project is expected to enable saving of 34 kt CO2e per year4.

For the annual accounting purposes of the EIB Carbon Footprint, the Project emissions will be

prorated according to the EIB lending amount signed in that year, as a proportion of Project

cost.



minimize, mitigate and offset (in the case of the environment) or remedy (in the case of social

impacts) any adverse environmental and social impacts. In addition, budget and estimates,

sources of funding and adequacy, institutional and monitoring, reporting, and accountability




impacts due to 33/11 kV substation construction and 33 kV distribution line.


of the Project.











and establish a mechanism to involve stakeholders in the grievance redressing

mechanism.


The proposed Jogikuti-Mangalapur Distribution Line Subproject is located within Tilottama

Municipality, wards-7, of Rupandehi District in Lumbini Province (ANNEX 2). The

Subproject affected ward has a total population of 10492 inhabitants from 2126 families. The

Subproject constitutes two components i.e. construction of 33/11 kV substation of capacity 24

MVA and 33 kV distribution line of 0.236 Kilometer. The line is tapped from 33 kV line at

Tilottama-7, Mangalapur, Rupandehi along the Mangalapur-Kanchibazar access road just 1.54

Km from the Siddhartha Highway (A48) at Mangalapur and ends at the substation at Dalka,

Mangalapur, Tilottama Municipality-7. The substation land is owned by GoN and managed by

Tilottama Municipality while the DL route passes along the RoW of an access road. The area

of land is about 1.02 ha for substation construction and DL’s RoW is about 0.14 ha. The

proposed Subproject will have no direct impact on any private and public entities within its

Core Project Area (CPA). The camp facility will be provided within the Subproject boundary

so that no land issues will arise.

The Subproject area is located just East part of Siddhartha Highway. The site is easily

accessible from Bhairahawa and Butwal through Siddhartha Highway at a distance of 13.5 Km

and 11.5 Km respectively. In addition, the proposed site lies at a 7.33 Km and 36 Km aerial

distance away from the Chure Range and nearest national park (Chitwan NP).

The main features of the Subproject are,





Sub Project Jogikuti-Mangalapur Distribution Line Subproject

Funding Agency EIB

Project Location Tilottama Municipality, Rupandehi, Lumbini Province

Distribution Line

33kV Line Starting Point Tapped from 33 kV Line at Tilottama-7, Mangalapur, Rupandehi


33kV Line End Point

Mangalapur Substation (Proposed) at Tilottama-7, Mangalapur,

Rupandehi




Climatic Condition



Altitude (Min, Max): 115, 130 masl





Right of way 6 m

Number of Circuit 2

Conductor ACSR Dog or ACSR Wolf

Line Capacity/Thermal Limit 26.8 MW (Dog) at 0.9 power factor

Type of Poles Steel Tubular Pole, 13m

Pole Configurations Single Pole Structures, H-Pole Structures etc.

Diameter of a Single Pole 0.22m (As per IS 2713-3)

Substation

Location

Tilottama-7, Mangalapur, Rupandehi


Elevation: 122 masl



No./ Capacity of Transformer 1 nos. 8 MVA and 1 nos. of 16 MVA



No. of 33kV Line Bays 2

No. of 33kV Transformer

Bays 2


Substation Area 10159 sq.m./ 1.5 Bigha/ 19.97 Ropani / 1.02 ha


















Figure 1-1: Location Map of Jogikuti-Mangalapur Distribution Line Subproject



Figure 1-2: Bird-Eye View of Jogikuti-Mangalapur Distribution Line Subproject in Satellite Map

Substation and

Campsite Area

Siddhartha Highway

(A48)

DL Tapping

Point





substation. The land is owned by GoN and managed by Tilottama Municipality. While in case

for Distribution Line, requires 0.14 ha and hence in total it requires 1.16 ha of land.

Human Resource: Altogether about 20 people (10 unskilled, 6 semi-skilled, and 4 skilled


Material and Fuel: The civil construction works will follow excavation for the foundation of

the substation, steel reinforcement, cement, coarse aggregates, and fine aggregates (sand).


Table 1-2: Estimation of Requirement of Resources




2. Sand cum 87.50

3. Stone cum 26.88



Commercial Fuel

1. Petrol ltr 23,100.00


3. LPG ltr 1,300.00





Construction and Implementation Schedule: the implementation schedule is estimated to be

12 months after the approval of construction bidding from the promoter.



1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12


and award



3. Erection of Poles















2. Field visit








field.












High

Interest





access road

Community

people

from the

OPA area








improvements.



A public consultation program was scheduled at the ward office-7 dated 2078/06/05. The

issues raised during the consultation were recorded as a living document. The concerns and

suggestions received from public consultation were addressed with measures for mitigation

and/or enhancement.


Place C.N. Comments/ Suggestions Response

Wa

rd O

ffic

e, T

ilo

tta

ma

Mu

n.-

7 (

207

8-0

6-0

5)

1.

Taking brief about Project’s substation and 33 Kv

distribution line from NEA environmental and

social experts.

Part of consultation/draft ESMP

disclosure, no need to address

2.

During monsoon and heavy rain, the proposed area

for substation gets inundated for which appropriate

drainage system shall be required and implemented

from Subproject

Addressed in Table 3.1 Adverse

Impact in Physical Environment (B-

2)



Addressed in Table 3.1 Beneficial

Impact (A-1)

4.

During expansion of DL and substation

construction, proper and effective coordination with

local level, stakeholders and people should be given

emphasis before implementation

Positive response towards Subproject

and assurance of support during

implementation

5.

We (local level, stakeholder and local people) have

full support and assurance during the

implementation of Subproject



implementation

6.

The proposed substation area lies at के्षत्र ८ नं. Public land and none of the person and institution

have owned this land.

Shared information from stakeholders

during consultation and ANNEX 5

7.

During expansion of line and substation

construction damages (if) within the private and

public infrastructures, the Subproject needs to

compensate the loss


Impact in Socio-Economic and

Cultural Environment (A-1)

8.

We (Stakeholders and Local People) have full

support and assurance during implementation of

Subproject



implementation













2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SETTINGS



The Subproject area is located in the Southwestern region at the foothill of Chure hill at

Rupandehi District of Lumbini Province (LRMP, 1986). It lies in Tilottama Municipality of

ward-7 of Rupandehi, Lumbini Province. It is situated at 27°36'17.83"N latitude and

83°29'10.29"E longitude, with an elevation of 122 meters above sea level (masl). Bhairahawa

and Butwal are the major and nearest business hub nearby the Subproject area.

Geomorphologically, the Subproject area is situated in the flat Terai Region ‘southern belt’,

and is made up of sediments of Quaternary to Recent deposit. There is no presence of any

River/Streams, which will be directly affected from Subproject associated activities. The

substation land is a plain but little bit depressed. For this reason, filling of 25398 cum spoil is

necessary before substation construction.

The substation land is owned by GoN and managed by Tilottama Municipality (GoN owned)

recently practiced as cultivation purpose. None, of the issues associated with owner and user

right will be raised during implementation. While RoW of DL lies passes through the edge of

the existing road network. The substation boundary and DL will cover 1.02 ha and 0.14 ha of

land.

Figure 2-1: Google Elevation Profile of Distribution Line in Satellite Map

A

B

A B

Sidhartha Highway

Tapping Point, Mangalapur-

Kanchibazar Road

Proposed Substation



Proposed Substation Area, Tilottama Municipality-7, Dalka, Mangalapur

2. Climatic Condition

The proposed Subproject area belongs to the lower-tropical climatic zone (below 300 masl).

As there is no meteorological station presence within the Subproject area, the nearest station at

Bhairahawa Airport Station was taken as a reference for the study. The minimum temperature

of the nearby proposed Subproject site is recorded 8.75oC in January, while the maximum

temperature recorded is 42.40oC, in April (Tilottama, 2018). While it receives the highest

rainfall in July. The summer monsoon is prevalent from May up to September while a decrease

in rainfall is observed in winter. The average rainfall is 3693 mm.

3. Air and Noise Quality and Polluting Sources

The Subproject site is located in a semi-urban setting in Tilottama is Municipality. The major

air polluting sources recorded are from vehicular emission and dust problem from plying of

vehicles. Noise polluting sources noted at the time of field study are similar with the air

polluting sources. Use of unnecessary accelerator and horn along the access road of site is the

second most source of noise generation. Following table shows the real-time quality of air and

noise during field study.

Table 2-1: Ambient Air and Noise Quality Parameter Measurement

SN Location/

Chainage


Detector


Sound Meter


1. Tapping Point 65.1 93.7 Vehicular Emission 67 Plying of Vehicle


The air5 (PM2.5) and noise6 at tapping point is found to exceed the national standard7 for

ambient air and noise quality. During implementation phase, the Subproject induced major air






and noise-polluting sources will be from plying of vehicles for transporting spoil, materials,

substation electric components and substation construction activities only. There are no water

sources recorded during the field study.

4. Geology, Soil and Seismic Risks

The geology of the Subproject region is flat and of Quaternary deposit. The Subproject area

consists of cohesive silty clay soil consist of small pebbles/gravels in a sand and silt matrix.

The land is depressed with the lack of the drainage management at the substation area. The soil

consists of the cohesive silty clay at the top, non-cohesive soil silt at the middle and at the

bottom part; it consists of the non-cohesive rounded to angular size gravel pebble of quartzite

and others.



100gal, which is equal to 0.06g. Assuming the ratio of horizontal, and the vertical seismic

coefficient is 1.5, the vertical seismic coefficient will be 0.04. Since seismicity can shake in

any direction with the worst-case scenario should be considered, so the recommended seismic

coefficient for this Subproject is 0.06.






The waste was found littered in front of HHs, shops and business area within most of the

Mangalapur Chowk, Ramnagar and Keulani. The nature of waste comprised of plastics (bottles,

bags and packaging), textiles, and metal cans. Organic waste was observed littered in fewer

places near Mangalapur Chowk (mostly). Most of the people along the CoI has practiced to

manage organic waste within the household premises. Recyclable waste (for large quantity)

has been practiced of selling to the scrap collector.





The Subproject lies within the elevation of below 300 masl of Rupandehi District and thus is

located in Lower Tropical climatic zone.

The proposed Subproject development site does not lies within any protected areas and

conservation areas that are ecological important for which none of the Subproject induced

impact to biological environment is expected. The proposed site lies at 36 Km aerial distance

away from the nearest national park (Chitwan NP).


Proposed Site





From field study and participatory interaction with locals, eight species of birds were reported

from the Subproject site and its peripheral area.

Table 2-2: List of Birds Found within the Subproject Area

SN Common/ Local Name Scientific Name GoN IUCN CITES

1. Crow Corvus splendens LC

2. Spotted Dove Streptopelia chinensis LC

3. Rock Pigeon Columba livia LC

4. Rose Ringed Parakeet Psittacula krameria LC

5. House Sparrow Passer domesticus LC

6. Tree Sparrow Passer montanus LC

7. Titra Francolinus pondicerianus LC

8. Common Quail Coturnix coturnix LC


Herpetofauna like Asian Common Toad (Bufo melanostictus), Common Garden Lizard

(Calotes versicolor), Checkered Keelback (Xenochrophis piscator), Common Rat Snake

(Pantherophis obsoletus), Common Karait (Bungarus caeruleus), Common Cobra (Naja naja),

and Frog (Rana tigrina) were recorded during public interactions. None of the aquatic life has

existence within the CPA of the site.


The Subproject site lies in Tilottama Municipality-7. The total Subproject occupies 1.02 ha of

substation land, which is owned by GoN and managed by Tilottama Municipality and the DL



route will pass along the RoW of the existing road. None of the private and public

infrastructures are located within the CPA, which needs relocation.

According to the Municipal profile of Tilottama Municipality (Tilottama, 2018), the total

population in this municipality is 123836 living in 25503 HHs. The total male population is

63316 and the female population is 60508. The Subproject affected ward has a total population

of 10492 inhabitants from 2126 HHs where 5345 are male and 5146 are female. Nearly, 78.6%

of people speaks Nepali language among total population of 123836 individuals. According to

the Population Dashboard of Tilottama Municipality, was inhabited by mostly the people of

the Brahman-Chhetri Terai caste with a total population of 55999 followed by Tharu as 20828.

The proposed land of substation area is public and fall under the management of Tilottama

Municipality. This has been confirmed during consultation meeting in presence of ward

chairman. The proposed physical activities of this Subproject (installation of substation) will

not be involved in private land. Therefore, there will be no land acquisition and resettlement

impacts. In case for DL, none of the issues will be arise as DL will be expanded underground

cabling. Other than this issues, community people from the affected ward have agreed and gave

assurance on providing support during implementation of subproject. They have committed for

the support during the implementation through suggesting to install pole without affecting

private and public infrastructures and creating job opportunities based on qualifications and

skills.

Similarly, the main occupation of people in the area are small to medium scale business

followed by agriculture and animal husbandry. Following, wage labor, foreign employment,

services, business, pension, and self-business are the subsequent major occupation sectors

within ward-7 of Tilottama Municipality. While talking about the connectivity, the Subproject

site is connected with Siddhartha Highway at a distance of 1.54 Km. During the field visit, the

major health conditions found are headache, backache, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

(URTI), Presumed Non-Infectious Diarrhoea, Fungal Infection, Gastritis, ARI/Lower

Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI), Refractive Error, Conjunctivitis, and cataract. Recent

issues of the COVID19 Pandemic have been observed as one of the major challenging health

risk issues at the local level. The proposed site is accessible with a health facility within half

an hour.



3. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

The development of infrastructure necessarily brings a change in the local environment in terms



the magnitude, extent, and duration of the project-induced impacts have been taken as

referenced. This chapter identifies the basic environmental and social impacts in the Subproject

site that will arise during the construction. The detailed impacts of each component have been





Impacts








• Local people within the Subproject area will be emphasized first based on qualification

and skills.








Impacts




identified from public consultation for the betterment of existing social aspects and practices

that was not addressed within the Subproject design document. Similar with this, is the case in

this Subproject also. The envisaged direct impact is low in magnitude, site specific in extent,



• Construction of left and right retaining wall along the canal channel route.

• Capacity Building Training (ToT) on Applied Training Course.


Subproject Name: Jogikuti-Mangalapur Distribution Line Subproject

Location:- Tilottama Municipality-7




1.

Construction of left and right retaining

wall (stone masonry) along the canal

channel route

cum 800.00 7,000.00 5,600,000.00

2. Capacity Building Training (ToT) on

Applied Training Course. LS 1.00 500,000.00 500,000.00

Total Budget 6,100,000.00


B. Operation Phase


Impacts

New business houses are going to establishing different industries within/nearby the Subproject

proposed area. Recently, power tripping and voltage drop problem nearby the areas are one of

the major problem faced. For which, expansion and shifting of industries from commercial fuel

to electricity was influenced. Upgrading and expansion of electricity distribution system is one

of the important basis of rural electrification which helps to way-out many electricity related

issues and promotes to use of more home appliances, use of electric power generators for

irrigation and industries establishment. The magnitude of impact is considered high, the extent

is local, and the duration is long-term.


• The problem related to distribution system on overloading of the distribution

system and tripping of feeder will be resolved.

• Opportunities to upgrading and expansion of new industries shall be established.



• Diesel powered water pump for irrigation of crops will be replaced by electric

powered water pumps.


2. Climate Benefits

Impacts

The existing use of the traditional source of energy like guitha (made from cow dung), firewood

and timber along with commercial fuel LPG/Kerosene for cooking/lighting, heating and diesel

for water pumping is more prevalent around the Subproject area. The combustion of firewood

will ultimately degrade the indoor environment by emitting smoke, and fumes consequencing

health impacts in long run. The magnitude of impact is considered high, the extent is local, and

the duration is long term.

Augmentation Measures • The emission from incomplete combustion of traditional energy sources like fuel wood

and commercial fuel like kerosene, and diesel will be minimized through use of electric

powered equipment/appliances.




• The Project will contribute in a wider sense to climate mitigation i.e. at completion the

Project is expected to enable saving of 34 kt CO2e per year as calculated by EIB.







Impacts

The Subproject will require about 1.02 ha land for the placement of substation. The total land

belongs to Tilottama Municipality. While in case for Distribution Line, it passes through the

RoW of access road with CoI area with 0.14 ha. The construction of the Subproject will bring

change in the existing land use of the area permanently. The impacts due to use of land will be

moderate in magnitude, site specific and long term in duration.


• The proposed physical activities of this Subproject (distribution line and

installation of substation) will not be involved in private land i.e. the substation

land owned by GoN and managed by Tilottama Municipality.

• In addition, the campsite is also proposed within the substation site for which no

issues of decommissioning will be raised from the local.

• Planting of Steel Tubular Pole for DL will be replaced by underground cabing at

the RoW of existing access road without hampering traffic movement. No forest

and cultivated land will be used for Project.

2. Impact Associated with Stability and Underground Cabling

Impacts

The Subproject component like DL with total length of 0.24 Km passes through the RoW of

existing road and substation Land is owned by GoN and managed by Tilottama Municipality.

The total length of DL will be proposed as underground cabling so that no major issues shall

arise during implementation. From the construction work (if haphazardly executed) related

activities during trench excavation, pole planting work, ground levelling at substation and

foundation excavation work; subsidence of adjoining land or damage in entities might be

expected consequence sheet erosion during rainy period. The magnitude of impact is

considered low, the extent is site-specific, and the duration is short-term.

Underground Power Cable and Laying System

3-Core Power Cable: A 3-core cable having conductor cross-section of 300 mm2 and

insulation properties of 33 kV, laid underground for a length of 1.13 km will fulfil the power

requirements of Gadhawa substation (8 MVA). The total diameter of this power cable will be

approx. 9 cm and the bending radius of cable while laying will be approx. 1.8m. The sectional

drawing of the cable is shown in following figure.

Figure 3-1: 33kV, 3-Core Underground Power Cable and Method for Laying Cable


• A boundary wall will be constructed first to avoid unnecessary spills towards

cultivated land at South-Eastern/Western part at Substation.

• Adequate, natural drainage system route shall be managed through proper retaining

structure (Stone Masonry) to about 200m each on left and right bank of canal.

• While doing underground cabling, proper warning sheath will be provided for

protection and safety measures.

• Manhole will be placed in certain intervals at conduits so that maintenance work

will get easier and efficient during operation phase.

• While doing underground cabling, the existing access road needs to be cut for

making conduit. After cutting, the access road needs to be rehabilitated into the

previous form within a week days from the cut day.

• Attention will be given while disturbing the site through using only the areas

necessary for construction and phasing construction activities.

• Sediment traps and ditches will be located for controlling runoff water within and

around substation. This will help in avoiding possible unwanted erosion of

materials into the adjoining cultivated land and access road side.

3. Impact Associated with Spoil Management

Impacts

As substation ground level is very low, filling of spoil will be necessary in huge quantity i.e.

25398 cum. In addition, the other construction associated spoil generated here will be the types

like cement bags, iron bars, and other leftover construction materials, and waste generated by

the labor camp might cause adverse impact to the nearby receiver environment if not properly

managed. The magnitude of impact is considered low, the extent is site-specific, and the

duration is short-term.


• The land required for borrowing earth purposes for additional spoil for filling will

be arranged & selected by the contractor and will have to be approved by the site

Supervisor. Selection will be done based on ease rehabilitation.



• Selection of spoil for surfacing/leveling material will be free from all types of

organic materials and quality perspectives.

• Spoil will be covered with tarpaulin while transporting it from earth-borrowing

areas till the substation.

• Simultaneous water sprinkling and compaction of spoil will be done using the

roller.

• Spoil generated during underground cabling shall be managed within week of

excavation started for pit.

• Spoil will not be allowed to accumulate in the access road.


Impacts

The construction activities such as site clearance, ground leveling, excavation of the building


materials, vehicular movement will generate dust and emission at the Subproject site. In

addition, the workforce noise, excavating equipment, and vehicles transporting the

construction materials will raise noise levels than before the implementation of the Project. The

impact on air quality and noise level will be minor in magnitude, site-specific in terms of extent,

and short duration.


• Water sprinkling and compaction from roller will be done simultaneously to

control dust emission during ground levelling after excavating work.



• Construction machinery will be properly maintained to minimize exhaust

emissions of CO, SPM, and Hydrocarbons.

• However, enclosing the boundary with appropriate wall will prevent the dust

generated and spill of spoil to the adjoining parcel of cultivated land.


• Wherever required, personal protective equipment such as earplugs, earmuffs, etc.

will be provided to the persons working in high noise areas.

• Stockpiling of construction materials will be stockpiled in designated places within

the Subproject boundary.

5. Impact Associated with Solid Waste Management

Impacts









= 2.4724 kg/day



51% organic

waste




kg/day.


construction activities (Letcher & Vallero, 2011). Waste generated during the construction

phase from the campsite shall be around 2.4724 kg/day in total. The composition of organic

waste shall be around 1.26 kg/day. Organic waste if unmanaged properly shall arise foul smell,

and rodents. This might be one among other issues consequencing disputes with nearby local







management.

• The organic waste generated from the campsite will be managed within the

substation premises, as the daily waste projection is just only 1.26 kg/day, which

is easily manageable through composting in the bin or by constructing a ground

pit, and covered, by the sufficient thick layer of soil on daily basis to prevent foul

smell and controlling rodents and insects.

• Reusable waste like debris, broken brick pieces, sand, stone, waste cement, and

sand mix will be used as refills for making ground leveling.


hazardous. For instance, strong wooden boxes, and somewhere even cardboard

with a waterproof lining shall be emphasized no damages, and corrosion in the

components.

• Recyclable wastes like left out/non-usable reinforcement bars, and packing

materials will be sent or sold to scrap vendors.

• The construction contractor shall ensure proper management of ground drainage

from camps as a preventive measure against breeding places of mosquitoes, and

other pests.

• Chemical waste generated from transformer (if) needs to be collected in leakage

proof, corrosion free special lined designed container for hazardous waste and

sealed carefully.

• Effective coordination with Tilottama Municipality.


B. Operation Phase

1. Issues Related to Electric, and Fire Hazard

Impacts





is long term.



• The conductor should be covered or use of covered conductor within the dense

settlement area

• There will be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective

devices, and safe work practices.







The proposed Subproject avoided the forestland or other sensitive biodiversity areas. Hence,

there will not be a direct impact on the forest. Other impacts indirectly on the biological

environment of the Subproject are expected to be low and negligible.


1. Loss of Habitat

Impacts

As there is no presence of any forestland or sensitive biodiversity area, the occurrence and

contact of any species are less.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • No specific mitigation measures necessary.

A. Operation Phase


Impacts


















Impacts

During the Subproject implementation, expansion of DL and substation construction activities

shall alter existing route and change in form of substation land. Installation of steel tubular pole

and substation construction work might slightly influence the daily practices of people along

the route line and residing behind the substation site. The envisaged direct impact is high in

magnitude, site-specific in extent, and short-term in duration.



first to minimize the impact of spoil spillage to adjoining land parcel and access road.

• Fruitful coordination with local level, CBOs and local people will be helpful in effective

implementation of Subproject.

• Underground cabling will be done at the edge of the RoW of access road.

• Compensation shall be provided for the loss of trees and crops through appropriate

coordination with owner of assets. Also, unintentional damages to the private and

public infrastructure will be compensated from Subproject.

• Underground cabling and substation construction will be completed without affecting

private and public infrastructures.





2. Issues Related to Child Labor, and Gender

Impacts


transportation of construction materials, and other construction-related works. Discrimination

on women and vulnerable groups while hiring the worker, and minimum wages will be

expected. Despite, the GoN’s strict rules, and regulations on child labor, and gender issues, it

remains a potential threat (chances of exploitation) to children, females, and socially backward

communities. The envisaged indirect impact is high in magnitude, site-specific in extent, and

short-term in duration.










3. Occupational Health, and Safety

Impacts







duration.

























Impacts











B. Operation Phase


Impacts


to electric shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions. The envisaged impact is direct, site-

specific in extent, moderate in magnitude, and long-term.


• The Promoter will organize advanced level training to instruct, and train staff about

health, and safety-related activities, and issues.





safety shoes, hand gloves, etc. as per the job requirement) for workers will be provided


• Necessary safety kits such as helmets, gloves, masks, etc. will be provided to

employees. The Promoter will adhere to labor acts and rules.

• There should be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective



equipment.









minimize, mitigate adverse environmental impacts, and enhance positive impacts.

The implementation of the mitigation measures will be the responsibility of the contractor, and




Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)

Institutional Responsibility for

Augmentation




1. Opportunities of

Earning for Local

People

Local people within the Subproject area will be emphasized first based on qualification and

skills.

Working with technical experts shall be passed expertise on to the local people.

The construction activities require different construction materials like aggregate, sand,

cement, steel, etc., which shall be brought from the locally available legal market centers.

This will improve their earnings at HHs level.

Employment opportunities will help on flow of capital to increase production level thereby

helps in boosting business growth.

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

2. Corporate Social

Responsibility

(CSR) Activities

Construction of left and right retaining wall along the canal channel route.

Capacity Building Training (ToT) on Applied Training Course.

5,600,000.00

500,000.000

(Detail in

CSR Section

3.1)

Construction

Contractor/

Outsourcing/

Authorized

Institution from

NEA

NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

B. Operation Phase

1. Enhancement in

Rural

Electrification

The problem related to distribution system on overloading of the distribution system and

tripping of feeder will be resolved.

Opportunities to upgrading and expansion of new industries shall be established.

With resolved power related issues, local people shall be motivated to use electric appliances

for cooking, and lighting.

Diesel powered water pump for irrigation of crops will be replaced by electric powered

water pumps.

More electric and electronic shops shall be established around the Subproject area.

- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -

2. Climate Benefits

The emission from incomplete combustion of traditional energy sources like fuel wood and

commercial fuel like kerosene, and diesel will be minimized through use of electric powered

equipment/appliances.

- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -

Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


As emission shall gradually reduce, the quality of air will be improved. This will benefit



The Project will contribute in a wider sense to climate mitigation i.e. at completion the


It ultimately helps in reducing average household health expenses and will be used for other

productive use in long run.




1. Impact

Associated with

Change in Land

Use

The proposed physical activities of this Subproject (distribution line and installation of

substation) will not be involved in private land i.e. the substation land is owned by GoN

and managed by Tilottama Municipality.

In addition, the campsite is also proposed within the substation site for which no issues of

decommissioning will be raised from the local.

Planting of Steel Tubular Pole for DL will be replaced by underground cabing at the RoW of

existing access road without hampering traffic movement. No forest and cultivated land will

be used for Project.

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

2. Impact

Associated with

Stability and

Underground

Cabling

A boundary wall will be constructed first to avoid unnecessary spills towards cultivated land

at South-Eastern/Western part at Substation.

Adequate, natural drainage system route shall be managed through proper retaining structure

(Stone Masonry) to about 200m each on left and right bank of canal.

While doing underground cabling, proper warning sheath will be provided for protection and

safety measures.

Manhole will be placed in certain intervals at conduits so that maintenance work will get

easier and efficient during operation phase.

While doing underground cabling, the existing access road needs to be cut for making

conduit. After cutting, the access road needs to be rehabilitated into the previous form within

a week days from the cut day.

Attention will be given while disturbing the site through using only the areas necessary for

construction and phasing construction activities.

Contract

Document

and cost for

second is

addressed in

Beneficial

Measures A-2

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


Sediment traps and ditches will be located for controlling runoff water within and around

substation. This will help in avoiding possible unwanted erosion of materials into the

adjoining cultivated land and access road side.

3. Impact

Associated with

Spoil

Management

The land required for borrowing earth purposes for additional spoil for filling will be

arranged & selected by the contractor and will have to be approved by the site Supervisor.

Selection will be done based on ease rehabilitation.

The required filling materials will be purchased from nearby market. For this Subproject

won’t excavate or quarry filling materials.

Selection of spoil for surfacing/leveling material will be free from all types of organic

materials and quality perspectives.

Spoil will be covered with tarpaulin while transporting it from earth-borrowing areas till the

substation.

Simultaneous water sprinkling and compaction of spoil will be done using the roller.

Spoil generated during underground cabling shall be managed within week of excavation

started for pit.

Spoil will not be allowed to accumulate in the access road.

-

Construction


4. Impact due to Air

and Noise

Pollution

Water sprinkling and compaction from roller will be done simultaneously to control dust

emission during ground levelling after excavating work.

Open burning of any sorts of wastes will be strictly prohibited.

Use of face masks to the construction workers on the construction site.

Construction machinery will be properly maintained to minimize exhaust emissions of CO,

SPM, and Hydrocarbons.

However, enclosing the boundary with appropriate wall will prevent the dust generated and

spill of spoil to the adjoining parcel of cultivated land.

Cover all dust generating loads carried in open trucks.

Wherever required, personal protective equipment such as earplugs, earmuffs, etc. will be

provided to the persons working in high noise areas.

Stockpiling of construction materials will be stockpiled in designated places within the

Subproject boundary.

300,000.00

Construction


5. Impact

Associated with

Source segregation of organic and inorganic wastes in different storage areas or facilities in

the designated location, and adoption of 3R principle for waste management. 300,000.00

Construction


Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


Solid Waste

Management

The organic waste generated from the campsite will be managed within the substation

premises, as the daily waste projection is just only 1.26 kg/day, which is easily manageable

through composting in the bin or by constructing a ground pit, and covered, by the sufficient

thick layer of soil on daily basis to prevent foul smell and controlling rodents and insects.

Reusable waste like debris, broken brick pieces, sand, stone, waste cement, and sand mix

will be used as refills for making ground leveling.

The packing materials used for casing components should be recyclable, and non-hazardous.

For instance, strong wooden boxes, and somewhere even cardboard with a waterproof lining

shall be emphasized no damages, and corrosion in the components.

Recyclable wastes like left out/non-usable reinforcement bars, and packing materials will be

sent or sold to scrap vendors.

The construction contractor shall ensure proper management of ground drainage from camps

as a preventive measure against breeding places of mosquitoes, and other pests.

Chemical waste generated from transformer (if) needs to be collected in leakage proof,

corrosion free special lined designed container for hazardous waste and sealed carefully.

Effective coordination with Tilottama Municipality.

Waste Management Plan and Approaches will be fully complied with.

B. Operation Phase

1. Issues Related to

Electric, and Fire

Hazard

The conductor should be covered or use of covered conductor within the dense settlement

area

There will be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices, and

safe work practices.

Only trained and authorized personnel will be allowed for the electrical works.

No electric wire shall be stringed above the house.

Security fences around the substation.

Establishment of warning signs.

Shutdown shall be taken during work on DL route.

-

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -



1. Loss of Habitat No specific mitigation measures necessary. - Construction


Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


B. Operation Phase

1. Impact due to

Collision of Birds

To reduce the collision of birds within the substation components, markers such as color

balls will be attached to the dead-end tower/s inside the substation to improve line visibility

for the bird.

Spacing of devices should be not more than 5-10 m apart.

Plastic components should be ultraviolet (UV) radiation stable high impacted PVC.

The device may not damage the conductor onto which it will be placed.

Connector part mechanisms must be burr-free.

Embedded

within

Contract

Document

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -

3. Socio-Economic, and Cultural Environment


1. Impact

Associated with

Construction

Activities

Scientific, legal demarcation and enclosing of substation boundary will be constructed first

to minimize the impact of spoil spillage to adjoining land parcel and access road.

Fruitful coordination with local level, CBOs and local people will be helpful in effective


Underground cabling will be done at the edge of the RoW of access road.

Compensation shall be provided for the loss of trees and crops through appropriate

coordination with owner of assets.

Underground cabling and substation construction will be completed without affecting

private and public infrastructures.

Expansion of DL will be done following fruitful coordination with local stakeholders.

In addition, Subproject is responsible to resolve all the unavoidable issues concerned with

adjoining cultivated landowners.

The construction activities will be completed within the period as approved from NEA.

Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction



Child Labor, and

Gender

The use of child labor is strictly restricted during the construction phase.

The construction contractor will ensure that there will be not gendered discrimination during

the implementation of the Project, and equal wage is given to both the male and female

workers for the same amount of work done irrespective of their gender.

In addition, the labor camp will be gender friendly including a separate locked



Existing Labor Act and Labor Rule of GoN shall be strictly followed.

Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction


Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


3. Occupational

Health, and

Safety

Ensure that the qualified OHS supervisory staff on site, and approved health, and safety plan

from construction contractor are adequate and approved by NEA/PIU (DSUEP)


All employees will be provided with the necessary training, and safety equipment as

required for their respective responsibilities, and duties. The Subproject will adhere to labor

acts and rules.

The basic facilities like drinking water, gender-friendly sanitation facilities & resting place,

secured lock system for female rooms, canteen facility, and basic internet facility during an

off-hour; first aid required for the campsite will be assured.

Hygiene Kit (each adult-size toothbrush, large bar bath soap, nail clipper (good quality),

hand towel (medium weight, dark or bright colors; approx. 16 in x 26 in), and wide-toothed

comb (6–8 in) will be provided to each work force.

Provision of a first aid kit will be provided.

Provision of health insurance to employees will be assured.

Security fences around the substation.

Establishment of warning signs [Mandatory Signs (Eye Protection, Hearing Protection, Dust

Mask, Head Protection, Foot Protection, and High Visibility Clothes Must be worn in this

Area), Prohibition Signs (No Entry, Do Not Use Mobile, No Cameras, No Smoking Area,

and High Voltage), Warning Signs (High Voltage, Slippery When Wet), Fire Safety Signs,

and Emergency Signs].

NEA will be responsible to supervise the OHS, and environmental performance of the


Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction


4. Grievances

Management

A Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) will be established at the three different levels to

address the social issues associated with the Project.

This committee will settle disputes related to the workers, local, and workers, etc. within the

7 to 15 days of the complaint registered/forwarded based on Tier-I, II & III.

100,000.00

Construction


B. Operation Phase

1. Occupational

Health, and Safety

The Promoter will organize advanced level training to instruct, and train staff about health,

and safety-related activities, and issues.

Hygiene Kit (each adult-size toothbrush, large bar bath soap, nail clipper (good quality),



- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -

Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


Personal protective equipment for all-purpose (face shields, helmets, safety Goggles, safety

shoes, hand gloves, etc. as per the job requirement) for workers will be provided to minimize

health and safety risks.

Necessary safety kits such as helmets, gloves, masks, etc. will be provided to employees.

The Promoter will adhere to labor acts and rules.

There should be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices, and


Employees working on the electrical devices will be provided with electrical protective

equipment.

Proper maintenance of fencing will be assured to prevent the movement of unauthorized



To prevent any unforeseeable disasters, the following actions will be taken: -

Competency-based training programs about emergency preparedness, the response will

be delivered to all personnel, and that all workers are familiar and deemed to be

competent with Emergency Management Procedures and Plans.

Emergency response capabilities, which include all fire, medical, and rescue equipment

will be maintained to an operational standard, reviewed, and documented regularly.

For employers, they will be told to






however will have an impact on the environment due to noise and dust arising out of it. During

de-installation, a specific strategy shall be adopted to handle each type of item to keep the

impact during the actual activity low. Decommissioning will also have a social impact. The






vehicular traffic. As the residential area is closer, noise levels from some equipment operations

could exceed the EPA/EPR guideline but will be intermittent and occur for a limited time. For










material (e.g., concrete and masonry, steel, power cable, transformer body, etc.) could be

recycled and sold as scrap or the remaining non-hazardous waste would be sent to permit


shall be dealt with accordingly as per the standard operating procedure for disposal of waste.

For that, a reputable Third Party shall be hired for handling such waste would be having

certification.


Necessity of WMP

During the construction phase, waste generated from the substation work, and expansion of


2011). Types of waste generated will be cardboards, wood products (frames of equipment,

wood pallet, and its products), plastics products (Plastic, and its products), cement bags, metals,

rubbers, and glasses.

The major objective of the waste management plan is to manage generated waste in proper and

environment-friendly methods. This plan is mandatory and needs to be executed by the

Construction Supervision Company (CSC). The basic principle concentrates on reducing the

amount of waste through the 3R principle, avoidance of waste, and provide efficient and



The haphazard discharge/ disposal of huge volumes of solid waste generated during different

periods of the construction phase will degrade the quality of land and the adjoining settlement.

The envisaged pollution effects are not aesthetic but also chemical, and biological with

implications on the general sanitary conditions, and healthy environmental ecology water

bodies. Following methods will be implemented to handle waste properly, and in making CPA,

and SPA more environmentally friendly.

Waste collection, segregation, and final management from the camp, and

construction area will be established and operated without deteriorating the

surrounding environment.

Haphazard disposal of solid waste shall be strictly prohibited within Subproject

areas.



coordination with the local municipality. If hazardous chemical is to be managed,

it should comply, and follows the GoN concerned policy.

The packing materials used for casing components should be recyclable, and non-



components.

Measures addressed in Decommissioning Plan, and measures addressed will be

made aligned with this plan.



Workers in the electric power are potentially exposed to a variety of serious hazards, such as

arc flashes (which include arc flash burn and blast hazards), electric shock, falls, and thermal

burn hazards that can cause injury and death.


This plan ensures the health, and safety standards required for the Subproject confirming to

statutory requirements of the relevant laws of Nepal, and the NEA’s EHS guidelines, and

standards. Work should not proceed until the contractor, consultant, and NEA takes proper

precautions to ensure environmental protection, health, and safety of all workers involved.

Procedures

This plan will be used in conjunction with the existing Safety, and Environmental Management



• Ensure that the qualified OHS supervisory staff on site, and approved health, and

safety plan from construction contractor are adequate and approved by NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) management will in hand.

• Use an examination or interview to make an initial determination that the employee

understands the relevant safety-related work practices before he or she performs

any work.

• The proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective

equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on

or near exposed energized parts of electric equipment shall be discussed in toolbox

meeting.

• Hygiene Kit (each adult-size toothbrush, large bar bath soap, nail clipper (good

quality), hand towel (medium weight, dark or bright colors; approx. 16 in x 26 in),

and wide-toothed comb (6–8 in) will be provided to each work force.




• Establishment of warning signs [Mandatory Signs (Eye Protection, Hearing

Protection, Dust Mask, Head Protection, Foot Protection, and High Visibility

Clothes Must be worn in this Area), Prohibition Signs (No Entry, Do Not Use

Mobile, No Cameras, No Smoking Area, and High Voltage), Warning Signs (High

Voltage, Slippery When Wet), Fire Safety Signs, and Emergency Signs].

• An on-site medical facility and first aid will be provided for the construction phase

to cater to the primary health care needs of personnel.

• The Subproject Manager will ensure a smooth line of communication between

NEA staff, related internal departments, the Project, and the contractors.


• The NEA shall ensure that H & S documents submitted by the contractors are

adequate.

• The NEA and CSC will review, and approve the contractor's H & S documents

before commencing site work. The Subproject will respond to all comments from

the contractor for further action.

• Upon approval, the contractor will carry out its work per the approved Health, and

Safety Plan, Environmental Management Plan, and any other requirement of the

GoN or EIB’s ESP, ESS standards.


• The NEA and CSC shall ensure that the contractor complies with the requirements

of Nepalese laws when accidents occur.

• The NEA and CSC monitor health and safety aspects regularly, and record all

observations on issues concerning H & S through adopting the method of regular

monitoring, H&S audit, and inspection, and site meeting.

• NEA will be responsible to supervise the OHS, and environmental performance of

the construction contractor, and laborers' condition.


The NEA and CSC shall ensure that the contractor conducts H & S related programs, and training

to raise the level of H & S awareness, skills, and knowledge among its staff, and workers.

• Each employee shall be trained in, and familiar with, the safety-related work

practices, safety procedures, and other safety requirements in this section that

pertain to his or her job assignments. The Subproject will adhere to labor acts and

rules.

• Toolbox meetings and general awareness on emergency warning signposts will be

included on a daily plan basis.


Chapter 1: Project Overview



2.3 Project Health, Safety, and Environmental Goals & Objectives




2.3 Contractor’s safety Specialist responsibilities

2.4 Contractor’s Supervisor responsibilities





Chapter 3: Health policy, and amenities

3.1 Camp establishment, and operation


3.1.2 Toilets



3.1.5 Lighting

3.1.6 Ventilation










4.3 Toolbox meetings

Chapter 5: Accidents, and emergency











6.4.1 Trenching









6.9 Back safety

6.10 Face, hand, and foot protection

6.10.1 Overview




6.10.5 Face, and hand protection requirements










6.14 On the Job Toolbox safety talks--The Deadly dozen

6.14.1 Unsafe acts





Appendices

Appendix A: Pre Start Information Pack, and Project Notification Approval


Appendix C: Standard inspection, and report formats


Appendix E: Sample health, and safety signs




Environmental Monitoring (EM) is undertaken to collect data/information of the Subproject

environment to assess the compliance concerning regularity standards, preparation of planning

documents, and effectiveness of the implementation of Environmental Protection Measures

(EPM) addressed in ESMP. It involves the measurement of Physical, Biological, and

socioeconomic, and cultural variables associated with activities, and stages. To ensure effective

implementation of environmental and social (E&S) safeguards, NEA/PIU (DSUEP) based on

the compliance monitoring indicators will conduct compliance monitoring internally.

The main objectives of the environmental monitoring plan are listed below,


comparative evaluation of the Subproject baseline before, and after commencement of the



impacts, and enhance the beneficial impacts, and the mitigation measures, and

enhancement program are complied, and implemented in time, and with sincerity.

To confirm that the Subproject impacts are within the limits of the impact prediction or not,

and to minimize unpredicted impacts that occurred during Subproject construction and

operation.

Following procedures are adopted for monitoring purposes by this Project:

Identifying the sources, and characteristics of all observed environmental effects

Quantifying claims on resources, and discharges to the environment

Quantifying, and qualifying indirect effects as far as possible on the environment


plan, namely: Baseline Monitoring, Compliance Monitoring, and Impact Monitoring. Details


Baseline

Monitoring





Compliance

Monitoring


requirements as documented in the ESMP report, and they will comply during the

construction, and operation stages of the Subproject as appropriate.


timely, and adequate implementation of the Environmental Management Plan, and

overall environmental, and social performance of the Project.

Impact

Monitoring

This monitoring detects environmental changes, and estimates inherent variation within



It focuses on monitoring of,

the impacts of the Subproject on the physical, biological, and socioeconomic &



emerging impacts due to Subproject activities or natural processes, and develop

remedial action and



SN Environmental



1.

Budget allocation for

implementation of

mitigation measures

Budget heading and amount in figures in contract documents

Review of Subproject documents,

and records, and inquires with

Subproject staff

- Once pre-

construction

2. Employment for

Locals

Job placement conditions, Notice of vacancies published in

local media/notice board



Once, after

vacancy

announcement

Construction Phase


1. Alternation of Land Demarcation of land for substation, installation of pole in

RoW of access road

Coordination record minutes with

associated stakeholders

DL route and

substation area

Early

Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

2. Stability and

Underground Cabling


subsidence/sliding and erosional evidence, damages to

adjoining entities, pit hole and its foundation materials

compaction, design and working framework of underground

cabling, rehabilitation of excavated/drilled part

Direct Site Inspection and records Project area

Early

Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

3. Spoil Management Excavation and filling as per design, compaction and watering

facility

Observation, records and contract

documents

Construction

site

Early

Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

4. Air quality Emission and Dust around Subproject area, Foul smell,

Suspended particulate matter, Vehicular Maintenance

Observation, and taking records for

spraying water and vehicle log book

of maintenance work

Construction

site Daily




using digital sound meter

Construction

site Daily


SN Environmental


6. Solid Waste

Management

Solid waste segregation, collection and management

mechanism, follow of waste management plan and practices

and SWM Plan


practices

Construction

site Weekly


Hazard

Evidence of workforce skill development training, installation

of warning signs, electrical, mechanical insulation, and

guarding system


Site Inspection

Construction

site Daily


1. Habitat Loss Incidence of access to nearby forest areas for illegal activities,

complains from locals

Records, minutes, random interview

with elected representatives,

officials and local people

Construction

site Weekly

2. Bird Collision Preventive measures included Subproject infrastructure,

incidence of an accident, and causes

Carcasses count to test the efficacy

of preventative measures Project area

Every 3

Month11


1.

Labor Camp

Location, and

Management

Number of workers from Subproject area, and its surrounding

settlement, Basic facilities within the camps as in ESMP, and

Inclusiveness of marginalized, and indigenous groups people

from SPA

Questionnaire and FGD with local

people, Direct Site Inspection Project area Weekly


issues

Engagement of child in any form (direct/indirect or on/off-

site), wage discrimination among male, and female workers,

basic facilities for females as per recommended in ESMP,

psychological, and physical assault evidence (recorded/verbal

complain)

Direct Consultation with the Female

workers, Questionnaire with local

people nearby the Subproject area,

Direct Site Observation, and other

Scientific means to evaluate the

gender issues

Construction

site Daily

3. Occupational Health,

and Safety

Impacts on health of the workers, No. of accidents registered,

use of the personal protective instrument by the workers



hand

Construction

site Daily

4. Grievance Redressing

Mechanisms

Committee formation records, issue settlement records on the

campsite, Gender, social, and others associated with Project.

Inspection of settlement, records of

diseases, and accidents, and







During the development phase, the supervising engineer of the civil works will be entrusted

for the environmental monitoring, while during the operation phase an Integrated

Environmental Management System shall be established for the Project among the senior

members from different departments.


Project document for the environmental management system for the Project and requires a third

party. The cost of such monitoring and expenses on the workforce is presented following table.



(Days/Events)

Unit Rate

(NRs.)

Estimated Amount

(NRs.)

Experimentation

1.



Water

2 times over

the Subproject

construction

period

1,00,000.00 200,000.00





4. OHS Expert 30 days 10,000.00 300,000.00



100,000.00

Logistic and Supply



Total 1,700,000.00




















Level Local Level




District Level


Assistance










Expert.




Days for

Resolving

Complain


grievance


Engineer 15 days

Committee

Members





Community Liaison







PSC Member

Women Member of




and one female)





Women Member of





affected) Member


committee Member


Figure 4-1: Workflow Diagram for GRM from NEA12

Tier-I Tier-II Tier-III












REFERENCES




























24153.pdf







Tilottama. (2018). Municipality Profile. Retrieved from

https://tilottamamun.gov.np/sites/tilottamamun.gov.np/files/tilottama%20profilew.pdf





from


ANNEXES



Substation and

Campsite Area

Siddhartha Highway

(A48)

DL Tapping

Point




Components

Conductor


Bird Diverting Reflector Wishbone Prevents Bird Landing on Wire

White Spiral in Wire Improves Visibility of Wire Construction of Nest at Poles also divert Brid not sitting at Wires



वितरण प्रणाली स्तरोन्नवत तथा विस्तार आयोजना (DSUEP)


भौबतक तथा जैबवक वातावरणीय अवबथथबतका वारेमा जानकारी बलन तयार पाररएको सवके्षण फारम


Name of

Subproject:

Province:

District: Mun/RM:

Field Highlights:

Nearest Landmark

Environmental

Sensitivity

Major Physical Env.

Issues

Major Biological

Env. Issues




SN

DL

/SS

Co

ord

ina

tes

Occ

urr

en

ce

(Ro

ck f

all/

Lan

dsl

ide/

Ero

sion/

Flo

od

ing

)

Dimension (m)

Ty

pe

(1.

Fal

l 2

. T

opp

le 3

. S

lide

4.

Sp

read

5.

Flo

w 6

. C

reep

7.

Shee

t

8.

Ril

l 9

. G

ull

y 1

0.

Inu

nd

atio

n)

Asp

ect

(No

rth

/ S

ou

th)

Dis

tan

ce f

rom

DL

/SS

(m

)

His

tory

of

Ev

iden

ce (

Yr)

Oth

er T

rig

ger

ing

Fa

cto

rs

Length Width Depth

2 Drainage System

SN

DL

/SS

Lo

cati

on

/ S

ettl

emen

ts

Ty

pe

of

La

nd

Use

La

nd

Pro

file

/ S

ha

pe

(Co

nca

ve,

Co

nv

ex,

Un

ifo

rm S

lop

es)

Ty

pe

of

Dra

ina

ge

(Nat

ura

l o

r

Co

nst

ruct

ed)

Ch

ara

cter

isti

cs (

Bra

ided

, D

end

riti

c)

Operational


Po

or

Fai

r

Go

od

Wat

er L

og

gin

g

Su

bsi

den

ce

Cu

ttin

g

Oth

er (

If a

ny

)


SN DL/SS Location/

Settlements

Name

River/Stream

Flooding

width

Left-

Right

(m)

Distance

Substation/DL

Pole from

River/Stream

Water Quality

Parameter- EXTECH

ExStik II DO600

Temp.

(oC)

pH EC

(µc/cm)

4 Accessibility


SN Location/

Settlements


of Roads

Road Condition

Asphalt/


5 Land Use Pattern

S

N

Compon

ent

(DL/SS)

Chainage/

Settlement/

Landmark


Remar

ks

Forest Cultivabl

e /

Agricult

ure

Bui

lt

Up

Barren Land Other

(Specif

y)

Tot

al

Are

a

Fro

m

T

o

Tot

al

CF

s

Gov

t.

Priva

te

Gov

t.


SN Location/

Chainage


Detector


Sound Meter














Yes/No

If yes, how often?



ii. Herpetofauna


iii. Fish Diversity



Name: Name:


Date: Date:


(cm)

Height

(m) C*/B* Class


Longitude Latitude


वितरण प्रणाली स्तरोन्नवत तथा विस्तार आयोजना (वि.एस.यु.ई.पी). सामावजक आवथिक अध्ययन



छलफल गररएको बमबत: .......................................... उप-आयोजनाको नाम:...........................................................

बजल्ला: ................................... गा.पा./न.पा. ....................................... वडा नं. ............

गाउँ/टोल: .........................

२. यस छलफलमा समेविएको अध्ययन स्थलका िस्तीहरुको प्रकार )सहर-बजार, अर्ि घना बवस्त िा छररएको कस्तो

खालको छ नाम सवहत लेख्ने(





पेशा वनभिर प्रवतशत

आयोजना

वनमािणले प्रभाि

पाछि वक पादैन कस्तो प्रभाि पाछि )सकरात्मक/नकारात्मक( कैवफयत








सुविर्ा को अिस्था स्थान दुरी )वक.वम.(






अथपताल




सडक





शैविक संस्थाको नाम स्थान पढाई हुने तह/किा स्िावमत्ि )वनवज,

साबिजवनक/सरकारी( कैवफयत





पुरुष

मवहला



सुवबर्ा

स्िावमत्ि )वनवज,

सरकारी( कैवफयत


................................................................................................................................

................................................................................................................................

११. यस ठाउँका मावनसहरु वबरामी पदाि अबलम्बन गने मुख्य मुख्य उपचार पद्दवत के के हुन ? )अस्पताल, घरेलु उपचार,

र्ामीझाँक्री(

................................................................................................................................

................................................................................................................................





कुवा




चपीको प्रकार प्रयोग गने घररु्री सखं्या प्रवतशत

खाल्डे


आिबुनक



................................................................................................................................

................................................................................................................................




विरु्तमा पहुचँ भएका घररु्री संख्या/प्रवतशत: ........................................

विरु्तमा पहुचँ नभएका घररु्री सखं्या/प्रवतशत: ......................................


वसंचाईको योजनाको नाम वसंचाई श्रोतको नाम वसंचाई हुने जम्मा िेत्रफल )ईकाई

खुलाउने(




..................................................................................................................................................

................................................................................................................................................


................................................................................................................................

................................................................................................................................



पसल

लज

संख्या

पसल

संख्या

उद्योग सखं्या

कैवफयत







फलफुल

२०. यस स्थानमा अिस्थीत ऐवतहावसक सांस्कृवतक र्रोहर, र्ावमिक स्थल तथा सांस्कृवतक महत्िको खुला स्थान भएमा

उल्लेख गनुिहोस ।


स्थल तथा सांस्कृवतक महत्िको खलुा




कैवफयत

२१. यस ठाउँको प्रमुख चािबाि र मेला समारोह हरु के के हुन ? प्रमुख चािबाि र मेला समारोह मनाउने समुदाय कैवफयत






................................................................................................................................

................................................................................................................................


................................................................................................................................

................................................................................................................................


नाम: ....................................................................

पद: ....................................................................

ठेगाना: ....................................................................

वमवत: ....................................................................


SN Legislation Provisions Relevancy with respect to

Project

1. Constitution of Nepal

Constitution of Nepal is the main legal document, which emphasizes on right

of clean environment of the people, natural resources protection, preservation

and its prudent use. Rights regarding clean environment, under article 30:

It includes to make multi-purpose development of water resources, while

according priority to domestic investment based on public participation to

ensure reliable supply of energy in an affordable and easy manner, and make

proper use of energy for the fulfillment of the basic needs of citizens, by

generating and developing renewable energy in article 51 (g).

DSUEP helps to fulfil the rights of

people to live in clean

environment along with to fulfil

the basic needs by providing

access of sufficient energy.

2.

Environment

Protection Act 2076

(2019 AD)

Section 3 of the Act requires the proponent to conduct environmental studies

in relation to the prescribed proposals of any developmental works. Subsection

2 of this act provides the framework about the environmental study report

prepared pursuant to sub-section (1) shall, in fulfillment of the process as

prescribed, be submitted to the relevant bodies of Government of Nepal for

approval.

Environmental Studies and

approved of report from

authorized body before

construction of any project is

mandatory to minimize the

negative impacts in Nepal which

is addressed in EPA, 2076.

3.

Environmental

Protection Rule, 2077

(2020 AD) [First

Amendment on 2078

(2021)]

Under the Environmental Protection Rules (2077) first amendment (2078) ,

rule (3) as mentioned in annex (1), Section (F) (Energy, Water Resources and

Irrigation Sector) sub-section (1), a proponent shall be required to carry out the

Brief Environmental Studies for construction of transmission line project less

than 66 kV in forest land for another purpose.

This rule provides the overall

guidance to what type of

environmental studies is required

according to project by


4.

Nepal Environmental

Policy and Action Plan,

2050(1993)


To manage natural and physical resources efficiently and sustainably

To balance the development efforts and environmental conservation for

sustainable fulfilment of basic needs

To preserve endemic and endangered species and their habitats; the promotion

of private and public institutions for biological resources inventory and

conservation


DSUEP should follow the aims of

NEPAP to protect and conserve

the physical, biological and social

environment during construction

of 33 kV distribution line along

with substation.


Project

To mitigate adverse environmental impact of development protects and human

actions

To integrate environment and development through appropriate institutions,

adequate legislation and economic incentives and sufficient public resources

5. CITES Act, 2017

Prohibits for the treat and business of protected species is explained in Section 1,

Rule 3 of this act. However, Sub-Rule 2 of the Rule 3 has allowed for the export

and import of protected species for certain circumstances mention under sub-

rule after taking approval. The Section 5 of the acts state the provision of

punishment for the unauthorized import, export and provision mentioned in

Section 3.

This act binds the workers along

with the people not to collect, treat

and business of the protected

plants and animals listed in


6. Electricity Act 1992

No person shall be entitled to conduct survey, generation, transmission or

distribution of electricity without obtaining license under this act.

The Electricity Act of 1992 has provision of land procurement for the

development of projects that involve electricity generation, transmission or

distribution. The Act states that the licensee may submit an application to GoN

to purchase the land or house of any person if it is required for the generation,

transmission or distribution of electricity. Upon the receipt of such an

application, GoN may make the land or house, so requisitioned, available to

any corporate body under the prevailing laws.

The main goal of this project is to

distribute the sufficient amount of

electricity by constructing 33 kV

line and substation by conducting

the survey to minimize the

impacts.

7.

Soil and Watershed

Conservation Act, 2039

(1982 AD)

Soil and watershed conservation Act, 1982 expedient to make legal provisions on

the land and watershed conservation by controlling natural calamities such as

flood, landslide and soil erosion and maintain convenience and economic

interests of the general public.

To do the works, which can act, as

causative factor of flood, landslide

and soil erosion should strictly

prohibited during the construction

of this project.

8.

Rural Energy Policy,

2006

Rationale of formulating and implementing this policy is to create conducive

environment that will self-motivate and mobilize local institutions, rural energy

user groups, non-government organizations, cooperatives and private sector

organization for the development and expansion of rural energy resources. The

government will facilitate and promote to involve private development and

expansion of new technologies. It has also envisioned subsidy provision for

promotion of such renewable energy technologies.

This project helps to improve the

distribution and motivate to use

the electricity in rural areas of

western Nepal.


Project

9.

Labor Act, 2074 (2017

AD)

This labor Act was made under the management of parliament under sub-clause

1 of clause 296 of Constitution of Nepal. Sub-section 3 of Section 2 states that

the employees should not be compelled to other work other than they are

assigned for. In addition, Sub-section 5 of Section 2 states about prohibition of

child labor in any organization and sub-section 6 of Section 2 states that there

should not be any kind of discrimination among the employee’s regard of

religion, ethnicity, gender, origin, language or intelligence or other kind of

characters.

Construction of project is only

possible when the rights of labor is

secure. In this project, the

contractor should follow this act

strictly.

10.

Child Labor

(Prohibition and

Regulation) Act, 2056

(2000 AD)

As per section 3 of this act, no child having not attained the age of 14 years shall

be engaged in works as a laborer.

Child labor is strictly prohibited in

this project and contractor should

follow this act.

11.

Solid Waste

Management Act, 2068

(2011 AD)

This act has been formulated with a goal of minimizing solid waste production

from the target area by setting rules and regulation on solid waste management

(SWM) in the country in order to develop better environment for the systematic

and effective management of solid waste and to involve all the concern

stakeholders in SWM practice. The main features of this act are discussion of

3R principle (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle). 3R principle seems to be very

beneficial as it not only increases the life of landfill site but also save the

money, which could be used for other infrastructure development. Section 4 of

the act assign the local body to manage or use the solid waste discharged or

dumped in collection center, transfer station or treatment plant or collected

during cleaning.

This act provides the overall

framework to manage the solid

waste generated from households

to project level. In addition, the

proponent should manage the

waste generated during

construction.

12.

Solid Waste

Management Rules,

2070 (2013 AD)

The solid waste management rule was formulated as per provision made in article

50 of Solid Waste Management Act, 2068. This regulation has emphasized the

segregation of waste at source and mentioned that the responsibility of proper

disposal and management of source belongs to the producers themselves.

Section 3 of the rule describes about the segregation and management of solid

waste. It has mentioned that it is essential to segregate degradable and non-

degradable solid waste at source.

These rules provide the overall

framework about how to reduce

the volume of waste to dispose

from the source during

construction of substation.


Project

13. Fifteenth Plan

Vision of 15th plan is in contribution to the prosperity of the nation through

sustainable and reliable development of hydropower by setting the goal which

is ensure energy security through intensifying hydropower generation. In

addition, one of the strategy of government of Nepal in 15th plan is to make

the distribution system effective and reliable to increase energy efficiency and

increase power consumption by expanding access to electricity by formulating

the required policies.

This 5-year interim plan sets the

goal about generation and

distribution of hydroelectricity in

Nepal, which is directly related to

this project.

14.

United Nations

Framework

Convention on Climate

Change (UNFCCC),

1992

UNFCCC, Signatories: 165. Parties: 195. (1), Article (4), commitment (f) states

climate change considerations into account, to the extent feasible, in their

relevant social, economic and environmental policies and actions, and employ

appropriate methods, for example impact assessments, formulated and

determined nationally, with a view to minimizing adverse effects on the

economy, on public health and on the quality of the environment, of projects

or measures undertaken by them to mitigate or adapt to climate change. After

it entered into force on 21 March 1994, in accordance with, it mandates the

individual state for prioritization of resource conservation with development.

Goal of this project is to replace

the traditional form of energy by

clean energy i.e. electricity which

ultimately reduces the air


15.

Directive 2011/92/EU

of the European

Parliament and of the

Council of 13

December 2011 and its

Amendment

2014/52/EU

Annex II of this directive provides the overall framework of project, which

required environmental assessment according to article 4 (2). Provision of

Environmental Assessment has mentioned for installation of hydroelectric

energy production in 3(h) of Annex II.

The criteria of Lender in case of

minimum issues. (Required

Environmental Assessment-

ESMP for category C Projects)

16. ILO 169

The main objective of this convention is to secure the rights of indigenous and

tribal people along with the gender equality and non-discrimination of workers

during work. The Article 1 on First Part of this convention mainly focused on

following points:

(a) the social, cultural and economic conditions of tribal peoples in independent

countries differentiate from other parts of the national community and their

status is managed fully or partially by their own customs or traditions or by

special laws or regulations;

(b) peoples in independent countries who are regarded as indigenous on account

of their descent from the populations which inhabited the country, or a

Nepal is the part of ILO

convention that’s why ILO 169

should strictly followed during

construction and implementation

of any types


Project

geographical region to which the country belongs, at the time of conquest or

colonization or the establishment of present state boundaries and who,

irrespective of their legal status, retain some or all of their own social,

economic, cultural and political institutions.

Self-identification as indigenous or tribal shall be regarded as a fundamental

criterion for determining the groups to which the provisions of this Convention

apply.

The use of the term peoples in this Convention shall not be construed as having

any implications as regards the rights, which may attach to the term under

international law.

17. Environment and

Social Management

Framework

ESMF is to guide DSUEP sub-projects in the area of E&S management using

appropriate instruments, methodologies, procedure and responsibilities during

the project cycle. NEA and the project partners shall apply during design and

development of the sub-projects in order to comply with the Government of

Nepal E&S regulations and the Financiers’ standards on E&S assessment and

management, Involuntary Resettlement, Indigenous People, Gender, etc.).

Main guiding document for E&S

study to identify issues and

recommending appropriate

practical augmentation/

mitigation measures

18. Environmental and

Social Policy (ESP)

This policy speaks for the mandatory E&S requirements for each Project like,

screening, DDR, E&S Assessment, ESMP, ESMF, Information Disclosure,

Consultation and Monitoring and Evaluation.

Mandatory requirement for

ESMP study




SIGNAL NOTICE

DANGER SIGNS

INSTRUCTION SIGNS






Waste Types for Selling to Scrap Dealers Major SWM Practices (Discard Open

Burning)


Southwest View of Substation at Mangalapur, Tilottama Municipality-7

North Face of Substation at Hatkot and Expert Team During Field

Measurement of Air and Noise Quality, Subproject Site, Tilottama Municipality-7

Stakeholders during Public Consultation cum FGD Meeting at Tilottama Municipality

Stakeholders during Public Consultation cum FGD Meeting near Substation

Community People during Interaction Meeting near Substation


SUNAWAL-HAKUI SUBSTATION SUBPROJECT

Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West) District, Lumbini Province

OCTOBER 2021

CLIENT:


DISTRIBUTION, AND CONSUMER SERVICE DIRECTORATE

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM UPGRADE, AND




CONSULTANT:



| ESMP Report of Sunawal-Hakui Substation Subproject | October 2021

| Environmental, and Social Management Plan | ii

TABLE OF CONTENT





ACRONYMS, AND ABBREVIATIONS ..........................................................................................IV

1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 2

1.1 Summary of Screening Study ................................................................................... 2 1.2 Project Background .................................................................................................. 2 1.3 Objectives of ESMP ................................................................................................. 3 1.4 Project Description ................................................................................................... 4 1.5 Legal Provision for ESMP Study ............................................................................. 5 1.6 Construction Work, and Resource Requirement ...................................................... 7 1.7 Brief on Methodological Approaches of ESMP Study ............................................. 8

2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS.......................................................... 10

2.1 Physical Environment ............................................................................................. 10 2.2 Biological Environment .......................................................................................... 14 2.3 Socio-Economic, and Cultural Environment .......................................................... 15

3. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACTS, AND

MITIGATION MEASURES .............................................................................................................. 16


3.2.1 Physical Environment ........................................................................................ 17 3.2.2 Biological Environment ..................................................................................... 20 3.2.3 Socio-Economic, and Cultural Environment ..................................................... 21

3.3 Environment, and Social Management Plan ........................................................... 24 3.4 Emergency Management Plan ................................................................................ 32 3.5 Decommissioning Plan ........................................................................................... 32 3.6 Waste Management Plan ........................................................................................ 33 3.7 Occupational Health and Safety Management (OHSM) Plan ................................ 34

4. MONITORING, AND REPORTING MECHANISM ................................................... 38



REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................... 46

ANNEXES ........................................................................................................................................... 48


| Environmental, and Social Management Plan | iii

LIST OF TABLES


Table 1-2: Estimation of Requirement of Resources ................................................................. 7

Table 1-3: Construction Schedule of Project Implementation ................................................... 7


Table 1-5: Issues Raised by Stakeholders and Responses ......................................................... 9

Table 2-1: Ambient Air and Noise Quality Parameter Measurement ...................................... 11

Table 2-2: Physical Parameter of Water .................................................................................. 12

Table 2-3: List of Birds Found within the Project Area .......................................................... 14

Table 2-4: List of Herpetofauna Found within the Outlying Project Area .............................. 15


Table 3-2: Environmental, and Social Management Plan ....................................................... 25



Table 4-3: Levels of Grievance Redress Mechanism .............................................................. 43

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1-1: Layout and Location Map of Sunawal-Hakui Substation Subproject..................... 5

Figure 1-2: Bird-Eye View of Sunawal-Hakui Substation Subproject in Satellite Map ........... 6

Figure 2-1: Proposed Site, and Nearby Hydrological Feature ................................................. 10


Figure 2-3: Seismic Hazard Map of Nepal Showing Proposed Project Site ............................ 13

Figure 2-4: Environmental Sensitive Area, and Project Area Location .................................. 14



LIST OF ANNEXES












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ACRONYMS, and ABBREVIATIONS


CITES Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna, and

Flora

























Units


CO2 Carbon dioxide

dB Decibel

g Gram

ha Hectare

HHs Households

Kg Kilogram

Km Kilometer

kV Kilovolt


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kWh Kilo Watt Hour

ltr Litre

LV Low Voltage

m Meter


mm Milimeter


MW Megawatt



sq.m. Square Meter

Conversion Unit

Substation of 56757 m2 = 8.4 Bigha = 5.68 ha


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1. INTRODUCTION


From the screening study, it concluded that Project associated impacts are likely to have



minimal or no major environmental and social impacts, lies in Category C Project as defined

by Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF)1 for DSUEP and Joint


(ESMP). In addition, project induced unforeseen issues and likely raised impacts during



Nepal’s energy mostly relies on commercial non-renewable resources like petrol, diesel,

cooking gas (LPG), and so on after the traditional source, ‘fuelwood’ (MoF, 2020). Nepal has

a population of around 29 million2 of which about 90% population have access to electricity in

the FY 2019/20 (MoF, 2020), which was 88% at the same period in FY 2018/19, cooling, and

heating with less than 5% within the country. The demand, and supply gap is widening every


increase at this rate. This means deceleration on the sale of diesel, and LPG is still not

happening due to adequate supply or acceptance by people for cooking, cooling, and heating

purposes. To ensure reliable, and affordable energy supply, and proper utilization of energy by

generation, and development Government of Nepal has set the target to produce 10,000 MW

by production plant in one decade, and will construct, and develop all infrastructure for the

distribution of electricity in the next 5 years (The White Paper, 2018).

To improve rural access to electricity for daily HHs use, and business, a proper distribution


Nepal in coordination with NEA has launched the Distribution System Upgrade, and Expansion





strategy to overcome the continuing power shortages, and satisfy the growing electricity

demand. From this, the distribution system is overloaded, and feeders are tripping.

1 Environment and Social Management Framework (ESMF) for Distribution System Upgrade and Expansion Project

(DSUEP), Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), 2019.


https://cbs.gov.np/








Inadequate, and outdated transmission, and distribution (T&D) systems.


districts of Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim Provinces in the western and far-western

regions of Nepal3. It has clustered the Project based on geographical location, the difficulty of

implementation, cost, and agreement with the European Investment Bank to finance the

construction of distribution under DSUEP. Under EIB finance, a total of 14 Project; 9 Projects

in 6 districts of Lumbini province, 4 Projects in 3 districts of Sudurpaschim province, and 1

Project in 2 districts of Karnali province will be constructed.

The environmental, and social aspects for DSUEP in Nepal reveals that the source of CO2

equivalent (CO2e) emissions for the Programme are the ohmic losses of the new network

equipment being installed to connect new customers. Still, most of the households use

kerosene, and business houses are using diesel generators or commercial fossil fuel-based off-

grid alternatives to renewable hydropower energy in the case of Nepal. Following the

connection to the electricity grid, these users will substitute this fossil fuel combustion with

electricity from the grid. On completion, the Project is expected to enable saving of 34 kt CO2e

per year4. For the annual accounting purposes of the EIB Carbon Footprint, the Project

emissions will be prorated according to the EIB lending amount signed in that year, as a

proportion of Project cost.



minimize, mitigate, and offset (in the case of the environment) or remedy (in the case of social

impacts) any adverse environmental and social impacts. In addition, budget, and estimates,

sources of funding, and adequacy, institutional, and monitoring, reporting, and accountability




impacts due to 33/11 kV substation construction.

Identify, predict, and assess the potential adverse, and beneficial environmental impacts

of the Project.

Recommend pragmatic and site-specific enhancement, and mitigation measures, impact



suggestions, and addressing them as per their priorities, and relevancy.

3 Environmental, and Social Data Sheet, European Investment Bank (EIB), Luxemberg, 02.12.2019.

4 Environmental, and Social Data Sheet, European Investment Bank (EIB), Luxemberg, 02.12.2019.




mitigation measures, and monitoring programs (as per provision in the Project’s

ESMF), and establish a mechanism to involve stakeholders in the grievance redressing

mechanism.


The proposed Sunawal-Hakui Substation Subproject is located within Ramgram Municipality,

wards-16, of Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West) District in Lumbini Province (Annex 2).

The Project affected ward has a total population of 6627 inhabitants from 1096 families. The

Project only constitutes only one component i.e. construction of 33/11 kV substation of

capacity 8 MVA. NEA already acquires the proposed land for substation construction. The area

of land is about 5.68 ha. The proposed Project will have no direct impact on any private and

public entities within its Core Project Area (CPA). The camp facility will be provided within

the Project boundary so that no land issues will arise.

The Project area is located just south part of Mahendra Highway or Asian Highway (AH2) is

easily accessible from Sunawal through Sunawal-Parasi Road (F9) to Ramgram at 9 Km, and

then Parasi Road (F130) at a distance of 7 Km from Ramgram. In addition, the proposed site

is just 12 Km away from Chure Siwalik Hills in the northern part, and 6.5 Km from the

international border with India. The main features of the Project are,



Promoter Nepal Electricity Authority

Project Distribution System Upgrade, and Expansion Project

(DSUEP)

Subproject Sunawal-Hakui Substation Subproject

Funding Agency EIB

Project Location Ramgram Municipality, Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta

West), Lumbini Province

Promoter Nepal Electricity Authority

Substation

Location

Ramgram Mun- 16, Hakui, Nawalparasi (Bardaghat

Susta West)


Elevation: 111 masl

Type of Land Owned by NEA



Number, and Capacity of

Transformer 1 nos., 6/8 MVA


Type of Substation AIS (33kV), and Indoor (11kV)

Number of 33kV Line Bays 1

Number of 33kV Transformer

Bays 1


Approximate Area of Substation 56757 sq.m./ 8.4 bigha/ 111.6 ropani / 5.68 ha


















Figure 1-1: Layout and Location Map of Sunawal-Hakui Substation Subproject



Figure 1-2: Bird-Eye View of Sunawal-Hakui Substation Subproject in Satellite Map

Substation, and

Campsite Area Mahendra Highway

(H1 / AH2)

Chure Range

Ramgram

Municipality Office



1.6 Construction Work, and Resource Requirement

Land Requirement: The Project will require about 5.68 ha land for the placement of

substation. The land owned by NEA. No forestland is required for the proposed Project.

Human Resource: Altogether about 20 people (10 unskilled, 6 semi-skilled, and 4 skilled

human resources) will be deployed in the construction of the Project on daily basis.

Material and Fuel: The civil construction works will follow excavation for the foundation of

the substation, steel reinforcement, cement, coarse aggregates, and fine aggregates (sand).


Table 1-2: Estimation of Requirement of Resources




2. Sand cum 82.50

3. Stone cum 21.88



Commercial Fuel

1. Petrol ltr 23,100.00


3. LPG ltr 1,300.00

Major Equipment and Power Requirements: The major equipment used during the Project

implementation are Excavator (1), Roller (1), Drilling Machine (1), and Crane (1). While, 1

Grid Supply- 120 kVA Distribution Transformer, and 2 number of 50 kVA, each Diesel

Generator for Alternate Supply will be required for power.


12 Months after the approval of construction bidding from the promoter.

Table 1-3: Construction Schedule of Project Implementation


1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12


and award

2. Implementation of Environmental,



4. Charging, and Testing












2. Field visit








field.


substation area. The checklist/questionnaire was used for collecting physical, biological and

socio-economic environment baseline information (ANNEX 3). Following, a public

consultation was completed to understand their opinion towards the proposed Subproject as

elaborated in 1.7 (3).







High

Interest





access road

Community

people

from the

OPA area








improvements.



A public consultation program was scheduled at the Bakenawa, Ramgram Municipality-16

dated 2078/06/07. The issues raised during the consultation were recorded as a living

document. The concerns and suggestions received from public consultation were addressed

with measures for mitigation and/or enhancement.



Ba

ken

aw

a,

Ra

mg

ram

Mu

n.-

16

(20

78

-06-0

7)

1. The information on consultation program was

priorly shared from the experts

Part of consultation/draft ESMP

disclosure, no need to address

2.

Taking brief about Project’s substation and 33 kV

distribution line from NEA environmental and

social experts.

Part of consultation, no need to

address

3.

The issues on voltage drop down is making

people’s daily HHs chores so difficult. For this

reason, proposed Subproject needs to be

implemented sooner.


Impact in Physical Environment (B-

2)

4. The proposed substation land is already managed

by NEA.

Addressed in Table 3.1 Beneficial

Impact (A-1)

5.

At present the proposed substation land is used by

previous owner have agreed to clear and provide

the field and let for Subproject construction

without any circumstances



implementation

6.

We (local level, stakeholder and local people) have

full support and assurance during the

implementation of Subproject



implementation

7.

During the course of implementation, community

from Tharu/Chaudhary, Muslims and other’s

culture and tradition won’t get affected.

Shared information from

stakeholders during consultation and

ANNEX 5













2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS


1. Topography, and Land Use

The Project area is located in the Southwestern region at the foothill of the Chure region at

Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West) District of Lumbini Province. The Project site lies in the

Terai Region of Nepal (LRMP, 1986). Hakui, Project area lies in Ramgram Municipality

(RMun) ward-16 of Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West), Lumbini Province. It is situated at

27°31'0.35"N latitude, and 83°36'9.32"E longitude, with an elevation of 111 meters above sea

level (masl). Sunawal, Butwal, and Bhairahawa are the major, and nearest business hub nearby

the Project area.

Geomorphologically, the Project area is situated in the flat Terai Region ‘southern belt’, and is

made up of sediments of Quaternary to Recent deposit. There is an adjoining seasonal river

stream Turiya Khola flowing towards the South. Turiya Khola surrounds from North, and West

sides while Parasi road passes on the Southern side and agricultural land on the Eastern side.

The land is plain but fewly depressed from the road level. For this reason, filling of spoil is

necessary before substation construction. The Project substation land owned by NEA.

2. Erosion from Flooding

According to the flood vulnerability classification of Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West)

District, the proposed core Project area comes under the moderate flood vulnerability region5.

Figure 2-1: Proposed Site, and Nearby Hydrological Feature

5 https://un.info.np/Net/NeoDocs/View/6759, Retrieved on 29/05/2021.

https://un.info.np/Net/NeoDocs/View/6759



The proposed site lies adjoining to the stream Turiya Khola which is meandering, and braided

in nature of seasonal nature. The proposed site is depressed with respect to Khola, and access

road. For this reason, there is a high chance of flooding during the monsoon.


The proposed Project area belongs to the lower-tropical climatic zone. As there is no

meteorological station presence within the Project area, the nearest station at Bhairahawa

Airport Station was taken as a reference for the study. The minimum temperature of the nearby

proposed Project site is recorded 8.88oC in January, while the maximum temperature recorded

is 36.86oC, in April (DHM, 2017). While it receives the highest rainfall in July. The summer

monsoon is prevalent from May up to September while a decrease in rainfall is observed in

winter. The average rainfall is 1566.65 mm.

4. Air, and Noise, and Water Quality

The Subproject site lies within the semi-urban setting. The major air polluting sources recorded

are industry emission and vehicular emission and dust problem from plying of vehicles through

little bit damaged roads. Noise polluting sources noted at the time of field study are similar

with the air polluting sources. Use of unnecessary accelerator along the access road of site is

the second most source of noise generation. Following table shows the real-time quality of air

and noise during field study.

Table 2-1: Ambient Air and Noise Quality Parameter Measurement

SN Location/

Chainage


Detector


Mini Sound Meter


1. Substation 63.7 89.2

Industry within 500 m

and Vehicular

Emission

68.4 Industry within 500 m


The air6 and noise7 at substation was found to exceed the national standard8 for ambient air and

noise quality.






Turiya Khola lies adjoining to the substation area which is seasonal in nature. The major water

polluting sources found are solid waste and liquid waste from industry. Following table shows

the real-time physical parameter of water in these streams during field study.

Table 2-2: Physical Parameter of Water

SN DL/ SS Location/

Settlements

Name

River/

Stream

Flooding

width

Left-

Right

(m)

Distance

Substation/DL

Pole from

River/ Stream

Parameter- EXTECH

ExStik II DO600

Temp.

(oC) pH

EC

(µc/cm)

1. Substation Hakui,

Bakenawa

Turiya

Khola 35 Adjoining 32.1 6.1 0912


From our observation during field visit, the water quality of the streams have observed beyond

the national standard9 for drinking purpose.

5. Geology, and Seismic Risks

The geology of the Subproject site is flat and of Quaternary to Recent deposit. It consists of

alluvium of Terai plain consisting pebbles/gravels in a sand and silt matrix constituting sandy

and silty soil with clay, which are loosely deposited and uncemented.


9 Nepal's Drinking Water Quality Standards, 2006





100gal, which is equal to 0.06g. The seismic information shows that the site is less susceptible

from Earthquake hazard.

The proposed substation site is primarily within the flat land and depressed. The substation

land needs to be filled up to a height of 1.5 m at least. For this purpose, the total spoil necessary

for the filling is estimated to be 85203 cum.

Figure 2-3: Seismic Hazard Map of Nepal Showing Proposed Project Site11


The substation proposed area lies in semi-urban areas. The waste was found littered in front of

HHs, shops and business area near substation and Ramgram Bazar areas. The nature of waste

comprised of plastics (bottles, bags and packaging), textiles, and metal cans. Organic waste

was observed littered in few areas. People nearby the substation area has been practicing to

manage organic waste within the household premises. Recyclable waste (for large quantity)

has been practiced of selling to the scrap collector.




11 Department of Mines, and Geology, http://seismonepal.gov.np/publications, Retrieved on

2078/03/06(6/20/2021)

Proposed Site





The Subproject lies within the elevation below 500 masl of Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta

West) District and thus is located in lower tropical bioclimatic zone. The proposed Subproject

development site does not lies within any protected areas and conservation areas i.e. 26.40 Km

apart from the protected area :Chitwan National Park; that are ecological important for which

none of the Subproject induced impact to biological environment is expected. Similarly, there

is only one seasonal natural streams ‘Turiya Khola’ which lies adjoining to the substation area.

Figure 2-4: Environmental Sensitive Area, and Project Area Location

From participatory interaction with locals, ten species of birds were reported from project site,

and its peripheral area.

Table 2-3: List of Birds Found within the Project Area

S.N. Common/ Local Name Scientific Name GoN IUCN CITES

1. Crow Corvus

2. Dangre Acridotheres fuscus

3. Gauthali Apus affinis

4. Spotted Dove/Dhukur Streptopelia chinensis LC

5. Eagle Milvus migrans

6. Bhangera Passer domesticus

7. Jureli Hypsipetes leucocephalus

8. Suga Psittacula himalayana

9. Fisto Phylloscopus collybita

10. Piegon Columbia livia




A total of seven species of herpetofauna were recorded after consultation with people, which

includes five species of reptiles, and two species of amphibian species.

Table 2-4: List of Herpetofauna Found within the Outlying Project Area


1. Common Karait Bungarus caeruleus

2. Chipkali Hemidactylus frenatus

3. Cobra Naja naja II

4. Toad Bufo melanocostric LC

5. Chheparo Callotes versicolor

6. Water Snake Xenochrophis sanctijohannis

7. Bhyaguta Rana tigrina


2.3 Socio-Economic, and Cultural Environment

The Subproject site lies in Wards 16 of Ramgram Municipality. The total Project occupies 5.68

ha of substation land owned by NEA. None of the private and public infrastructures are located

within the footprint area, which needs relocation. According to the municipal profile of

Ramgram Municipality12, the total number of population in this municipality is 59,455 living

in 10,855 households. The total male population is 29,132, and the female population is 30,323.

The population density of this municipality is 825 per sq. Km. In addition, the total population

of ward 16 is 6,627 among which 3,185 are male, and 3,442 is female living in 1,096

households. Most of the people in this area follow Hinduism. Ramgram Municipality was

inhabited by Tharu caste with a total population of 12,669.

The proposed land of substation area is of GoN and fall under the management of NEA. The

proposed physical activities of this Subproject (installation of substation) will not be involved

in private land. Therefore, there will be no land acquisition and resettlement impacts. Similarly,

the main occupation of people in the area is agro base with nearly 80% contribution followed

by small trade and business/enterprises and services. The tripping and voltage drop in

electricity was high within the proposed and nearby areas affecting irrigation schedule and HHs

chores. The major health issues found are headache, Backache, Upper Respiratory Tract

Infection (URTI), Presumed Non-Infectious Diarrhea, Fungal Infection, Gastritis, ARI/Lower

Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI), Refractive Error, Conjunctivitis, and cataract. Recent

issues of COVID19 Pandemic have been observed as one of the major challenging health risk

issues within the local level. The nearest and easily accessible health facility to the proposed

Subproject is Nepal Cancer Hospital, Khajura, Banke located at 23-30 minute medium driving

distance from substation site.

12 https://ramgrammun.gov.np/en/node/40, Retrieved on 2077/01/21 (04/05/2021).

https://ramgrammun.gov.np/en/node/40



3. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS, AND MITIGATION MEASURES

The development of infrastructure necessarily brings a change in the local environment in terms



the magnitude, extent, and duration of the project-induced impacts have been taken as

referenced. This chapter identifies the basic environmental, and social impacts in the project

site that will arise during the construction. The detailed impacts of each component have been





Impacts



skilled human resources) will be deployed in the construction of the Project on daily basis for

the implementation period of 12 months. This will help local people to enhance their skills in

construction work, electrical components installation and earnings. The magnitude of impact is

considered high, the extent is local, and the duration is short-term.


• Local people within the Subproject area will be emphasized first based on qualification

and skills.







B. Operation Phase


Impacts

New business houses are going to establishing different industries within/nearby the Subproject

proposed area. Recently, power tripping and voltage drop problem nearby the areas are one of

the major problem faced. For which, expansion and shifting of industries from commercial fuel

to electricity was influenced. Upgrading and expansion of electricity distribution system is one

of the important basis of rural electrification which helps to way-out many electricity related

issues and promotes to use of more home appliances, use of electric power generators for

irrigation and industries establishment. The magnitude of impact is considered high, the extent

is local, and the duration is short-term.




• Opportunities to upgrading and expansion of new industries shall be established within

Khajura industrial park (proposed).





• Diesel powered water pump for irrigation of crops will be replaced by electric powered

water pumps.


2. Climate Benefits

Impacts

The existing use of the traditional source of energy like guitha (made from cow dung), firewood

and timber along with commercial fuel LPG/Kerosene for cooking/lighting, heating and diesel

for water pumping is more prevalent around the Subproject area. The combustion of firewood

will ultimately degrade the indoor environment by emitting smoke, and fumes consequencing

health impacts in long run. The magnitude of impact is considered high, the extent is local, and

the duration is long term.

Augmentation Measures • The emission from incomplete combustion of traditional energy sources like fuel wood

and commercial fuel like kerosene, and diesel will be minimized through use of electric

powered equipment/appliances.











1. Impact due to Erosion from Flooding

Impacts

The proposed site lies adjoining Turiya Khola which is susceptible to high erosion from

flooding13 during the rainy season. During construction, a huge quantity of spoil is necessary

for filling the site. The upper layer of filling spoil material is loosely bonded. As such, if this

surface area came into contact with flood water of Turiya Khola then it will be eroded out. As

these activities are limited, within the Project boundary the impact will be medium in

magnitude, site-specific, and short duration.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • Compaction of spoil disposal and the leveled area will be assured through the

simultaneous sprinkling of water, and compaction from the roller.

• A boundary wall will be constructed first to avoid unnecessary spills towards Turiya

Khola and adjoining private agricultural land. This will also help in mitigating river

floods entering into the substation area during the monsoon season. In addition, a

boundary wall will help in minimizing dust particulate transportation to the adjoining

crops, and nearby receivers.

13 (CBS, 2017), P-44.



• Wet hole method and excavation of minimal area will be assured for foundation and

boundary wall placement work within the substation site.


campsites and the foundation work area.

• Attention will be given while disturbing the site through using only the areas necessary

for construction, and phasing construction activities.

• Sediment control traps and ditches will be located for controlling runoff water within

the periphery of the inner substation boundary.

2. Impact due to Air, and Noise Pollution

Impacts

The construction activities such as site clearance, ground leveling, excavation of the building


materials, vehicular movement will generate dust and emission at the Project site. In addition,

the workforce noise, excavating equipment, and vehicles transporting the construction

materials will raise noise levels than before the implementation of the Project. The impact on

air quality and noise level will be minor in magnitude, site-specific in terms of extent, and short

duration.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • Water sprinkling and compaction from roller will be done simultaneously to control




• Construction machinery will be properly maintained to minimize exhaust emissions of

CO, SPM, and Hydrocarbons.

• However, enclosing the boundary with appropriate wall will prevent the dust generated

and spill of spoil to the adjoining parcel of cultivated land.




• Stockpiling of construction materials will be stockpiled in designated places within the


3. Impact due to Spoil Management

Impacts

As substation ground level is very low, filling of spoil will be necessary in huge quantity i.e.

85203 cum. In addition, the other construction associated spoil generated here will be the types

like cement bags, iron bars, and other leftover construction materials, and waste generated by

the labor camp might cause adverse impact to the nearby receiver environment if not properly

managed. The magnitude of impact is considered low, the extent is site-specific, and the

duration is short-term.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • The land required for borrowing earth purposes for additional spoil for filling will be

arranged & selected by the contractor and will have to be approved by the site




• Selection of spoil for surfacing/leveling material will be free from all types of organic




• Spoil will be covered with tarpaulin while transporting it from earth-borrowing areas

till the substation.

• Simultaneous water sprinkling and compaction of spoil will be done using the roller.


4. Impact due to Solid Waste Management

Impacts









= 2.4724 kg/day



51% organic

waste




kg/day.




waste shall be around 1.26 kg/day. Organic waste if unmanaged properly shall arise foul smell,

and rodents. This might be one among other issues consequencing disputes with nearby local




Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • Source segregation of organic, and inorganic wastes in different storage areas or


management.

• Waste from the campsite will be properly managed, and disposal in nearby Turiya

Khola, and open ground outside the substation site will not be allowed to spill in nearby

land, cultivated land, etc., and shall be monitored.

• The organic waste generated from the campsite will be managed within the Project area,

as the daily Projection is just only 1.26 kg/day, which is easily manageable through

composting in the bin or by constructing a ground pit, and covered by the sufficient

thick layer of soil daily.






• Recyclable wastes like left out/non-useable reinforcement bars, and packing materials






• Effective coordination with Ramgram Municipality.


5. Impact on Hydrology

Impacts As the proposed site is depressed than the road alignment and adjacent to Turiya Khola, the

embankment of Khola gets vulnerable to slide during filling. In addition, the water requirement

during the construction phase will be fulfilled from Turiya Khola, and ground water extraction.

The impact is expected to be moderate in magnitude, site-specific, and for a short duration.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • Whenever the water table during the monsoon will meet during the excavation, it will

be dewatered, and the water table will be maintained below the bottom of the excavation

level during excavation, concreting, and backfilling.

• An adequate site drainage system will be provided by the Contractor.

• A retaining wall will be necessary to control the river cutting from the flood.

• Temporary toilets and sufficient drinking water facilities will be provided for the

construction workers.

• Appropriate bioengineering shall be done for the surface loose soil stability.

• The sewage from those temporary toilets will be disposed of in the septic tank and the

effluent to the soak pit.

• The drainage system will be adequate without the use of cable/pipe trenches. (Pipe

drains will be provided in areas of the switchyard where the movement of crane will be

necessary for the operating phase of the substation).

B. Operation Phase

1. Issues Related to Electric, and Fire Hazard

Impacts





is long term.


• The conductor should be covered or use of covered conductor within the dense

settlement area







• Shutdown shall be taken during maintenance work.


The proposed Project avoided the forestland or other sensitive biodiversity areas. Hence, there

will not be a direct impact on the forest. Other impacts indirectly on the biological environment

of the Project are expected to be low and negligible.




1. Loss of Habitat

Impacts

As there is no presence of any forestland or sensitive biodiversity area, the occurrence and

contact of any species are less.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • No specific mitigation measures necessary.

A. Operation Phase


Impacts













3.2.3 Socio-Economic, and Cultural Environment




1. Impacts Associated with Transformation of Land

Impacts

The Project will require about 5.68 ha of land for the placement of the substation. The total

land belongs to NEA. The construction of the Project will bring change in the existing land use

of the area permanently. The impacts due to the use of land will be moderate in magnitude,

site-specific, and short-term in duration.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • Scientific, and legal demarcation of the Project area shall be given priority before

initiating construction activities as it sensitive issue.



• No Project associated activities shall consequence the illegal use and disturbance to the

adjoining parcel of the landowner.

• The campsite is also proposed within the substation site for which no issues of


• The Project will use only use the minimum area of land to construct the building along

with the required structure so that in the future if upgrading is necessary the open space

will be used.



• Compensation shall be provided for the unintentional damages to the private and public

infrastructure, loss of trees and crops through appropriate coordination with owner of

assets from the Subproject.

• In addition, Project is responsible to resolve all the unavoidable issues concerned with


2. Issues Related to Child Labor, and Gender

Impacts


transportation of construction materials, and other construction-related works. Discrimination

on women and vulnerable groups while hiring the worker, and minimum wages will be

expected. Despite, the GoN’s strict rules, and regulations on child labor, and gender issues, it

remains a potential threat (chances of exploitation) to children, females, and socially backward

communities. The envisaged indirect impact is high in magnitude, site-specific in extent, and

short-term in duration.











Impacts







duration.



























Impacts


opportunity to local employment, information disclosure, wage rate, working hours,




Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • A Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) will be established at the three different levels




B. Operation Phase


Impacts

Employees working in the operation, and maintenance of the electric components are exposed

to electric shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions. The envisaged impact is direct, site-

specific in extent, moderate in magnitude, and long-term.

Mitigation/Enhancement Measures • The Promoter will organize advanced level training to instruct, and train staff about

health, and safety-related activities, and issues.





safety shoes, hand gloves, etc. as per the job requirement) for workers will be provided


• Necessary safety kits such as helmets, gloves, masks, etc. will be provided to

employees. The Promoter will adhere to labor acts and rules.

• There should be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective



equipment.





3.3 Environment, and Social Management Plan






minimize, mitigate adverse environmental impacts, and enhance positive impacts.

The implementation of the mitigation measures will be the responsibility of the contractor, and





Table 3-2: Environmental, and Social Management Plan

Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation




1. Opportunities of

Earning for Local

People

• Local people within the Subproject area will be emphasized first based on qualification and

skills.



cement, steel, etc., which shall be brought from the locally available legal market centers.

This will improve their earnings at HHs level.

• Employment opportunities will help on flow of capital to increase production level thereby

helps in boosting business growth.

Contract

Document

Construction


B. Operation Phase

1. Enhancement in

Rural

Electrification

• The problem related to distribution system on overloading of the distribution system and

tripping of feeder will be resolved.

• Opportunities to upgrading and expansion of new industries shall be established within

Khajura industrial park (proposed).

• With resolved power related issues, local people shall be motivated to use electric appliances

for cooking, and lighting.

• Diesel powered water pump for irrigation of crops will be replaced by electric powered

water pumps.


- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -

2. Climate Benefits

• The emission from incomplete combustion of traditional energy sources like fuel wood and

commercial fuel like kerosene, and diesel will be minimized through use of electric powered

equipment/appliances.






• It ultimately helps in reducing average household health expenses and will be used for other

productive use in long run.

- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation





1. Impact due to

Erosion from

Flooding

• Compaction of spoil disposal and the leveled area will be assured through the simultaneous

sprinkling of water, and compaction from the roller.

• A boundary wall will be constructed first to avoid unnecessary spills towards Turiya Khola

and adjoining private agricultural land. This will also help in mitigating river floods entering

into the substation area during the monsoon season. In addition, a boundary wall will help in

minimizing dust particulate transportation to the adjoining crops, and nearby receivers.

• Wet hole method and excavation of minimal area will be assured for foundation and

boundary wall placement work within the substation site.

• An adequate site drainage system will be provided around stockpiled materials, campsites

and the foundation work area.

• Attention will be given while disturbing the site through using only the areas necessary for

construction, and phasing construction activities.

• Sediment control traps and ditches will be located for controlling runoff water within the

periphery of the inner substation boundary.

500,000.00

for outer

drainage

management

Construction


2. Impact due to Air,

and Noise

Pollution

• Water sprinkling and compaction from roller will be done simultaneously to control dust

emission during ground levelling after excavating work.



• Construction machinery will be properly maintained to minimize exhaust emissions of CO,

SPM, and Hydrocarbons.

• However, enclosing the boundary with appropriate wall will prevent the dust generated and

spill of spoil to the adjoining parcel of cultivated land.


• Wherever required, personal protective equipment such as earplugs, earmuffs, etc. will be

provided to the persons working in high noise areas.

• Stockpiling of construction materials will be stockpiled in designated places within the


300,000.00

Construction




Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


3. Impact due to

Spoil

Management

• The land required for borrowing earth purposes for additional spoil for filling will be

arranged & selected by the contractor and will have to be approved by the site Supervisor.

Selection will be done based on ease rehabilitation.

• The required filling materials will be purchased from nearby market. For this Subproject

won’t excavate or quarry filling materials.

• Selection of spoil for surfacing/leveling material will be free from all types of organic


• Spoil will be covered with tarpaulin while transporting it from earth-borrowing areas till the

substation.

• Simultaneous water sprinkling and compaction of spoil will be done using the roller.


Embedded in

Project Cost

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

and Ramgram

Municipality

4. Impact due to

Solid Waste

Management

• Source segregation of organic, and inorganic wastes in different storage areas or facilities in

the designated location, and adoption of 3R principle for waste management.

• Waste from the campsite will be properly managed, and disposal in nearby Turiya Khola,

and open ground outside the substation site will not be allowed to spill in nearby land,

cultivated land, etc., and shall be monitored.

• The organic waste generated from the campsite will be managed within the Project area, as

the daily Projection is just only 1.26 kg/day, which is easily manageable through composting

in the bin or by constructing a ground pit, and covered by the sufficient thick layer of soil

daily.

• Reusable waste like debris, broken brick pieces, sand, stone, waste cement, and sand mix

will be used as refills for making ground leveling.

• The packing materials used for casing components should be recyclable, and non-hazardous.

For instance, strong wooden boxes, and somewhere even cardboard with a waterproof lining

shall be emphasized no damages, and corrosion in the components.

• Recyclable wastes like left out/non-useable reinforcement bars, and packing materials will

be sent or sold to scrap vendors.

• The construction contractor shall ensure proper management of ground drainage from camps

as a preventive measure against breeding places of mosquitoes, and other pests.

• Effective coordination with Ramgram Municipality.


300,000.00

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

and Ramgram

Municipality



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


5. Impact on

Hydrology

• Whenever the water table during the monsoon will meet during the excavation, it will be

dewatered, and the water table will be maintained below the bottom of the excavation level

during excavation, concreting, and backfilling.

• An adequate site drainage system will be provided by the Contractor.

• A retaining wall will be necessary to control the river cutting from the flood.

• Temporary toilets and sufficient drinking water facilities will be provided for the

construction workers.

• Appropriate bioengineering shall be done for the surface loose soil stability.

• The sewage from those temporary toilets will be disposed of in the septic tank and the

effluent to the soak pit.

• The drainage system will be adequate without the use of cable/pipe trenches. (Pipe drains

will be provided in areas of the switchyard where the movement of crane will be necessary

for the operating phase of the substation).

1,500,000.00

Construction


B. Operation Phase


Electric, and Fire

Hazard

• The conductor should be covered or use of covered conductor within the dense settlement

area

• There will be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices, and






• Shutdown shall be taken during maintenance work.

-

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -



1. Loss of Habitat,

and Biodiversity • No specific measures will be necessary. -

Construction


B. Operation Phase

1. Impact due to

Collision of Birds


balls will be attached to the dead-end tower/s inside the substation to improve line visibility

for the bird.


Embedded

within

Contract

Document

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation







1. Impacts

Associated with

Transformation of

Land

• Scientific, and legal demarcation of the Project area shall be given priority before initiating

construction activities as it sensitive issue.



• No Project associated activities shall consequence the illegal use and disturbance to the

adjoining parcel of the landowner.

• The campsite is also proposed within the substation site for which no issues of


• The Project will use only use the minimum area of land to construct the building along with

the required structure so that in the future if upgrading is necessary the open space will be

used.

• Compensation shall be provided for the unintentional damages to the private and public

infrastructure, loss of trees and crops through appropriate coordination with owner of assets

from the Subproject.

• In addition, Project is responsible to resolve all the unavoidable issues concerned with


Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

and Ramgram

Municipality


Child Labor, and

Gender


• The construction contractor will ensure that there will be not gendered discrimination during

the implementation of the Project, and equal wage is given to both the male and female

workers for the same amount of work done irrespective of their gender.





Embedded

within

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

and Ramgram

Municipality

3. Occupational

Health, and

Safety

• Ensure that the qualified OHS supervisory staff on site, and approved health, and safety plan

from construction contractor are adequate and approved by NEA/PIU (DSUEP) management

will in hand.

Embedded

within

Construction




Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation



required for their respective responsibilities, and duties. The Subproject will adhere to labor

acts and rules.

• The basic facilities like drinking water, gender-friendly sanitation facilities & resting place,

secured lock system for female rooms, canteen facility, and basic internet facility during an

off-hour; first aid required for the campsite will be assured.







• Establishment of warning signs [Mandatory Signs (Eye Protection, Hearing Protection, Dust

Mask, Head Protection, Foot Protection, and High Visibility Clothes Must be worn in this

Area), Prohibition Signs (No Entry, Do Not Use Mobile, No Cameras, No Smoking Area,

and High Voltage), Warning Signs (High Voltage, Slippery When Wet), Fire Safety Signs,

and Emergency Signs].



Contract

Document

4. Grievances

Management

• A Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) will be established at the three different levels to

address the social issues associated with the Project.

• This committee will settle disputes related to the workers, local, and workers, etc. within the

7 to 15 days of the complaint registered/forwarded based on Tier-I, II & III.

100,000.00

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU (DSUEP)

and Ramgram

Municipality

B. Operation Phase

1. Occupational

Health, and Safety

• The Promoter will organize advanced level training to instruct, and train staff about health,

and safety-related activities, and issues.




• Personal protective equipment for all-purpose (face shields, helmets, safety Goggles, safety

shoes, hand gloves, etc. as per the job requirement) for workers will be provided to minimize

health and safety risks.

- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

Ramgram

Municipality



Environmental


Mitigation/

Monitoring

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


• Necessary safety kits such as helmets, gloves, masks, etc. will be provided to employees.

The Promoter will adhere to labor acts and rules.

• There should be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices, and



equipment.






To prevent any unforeseeable disasters, the following actions will be taken: -

Competency-based training programs about emergency preparedness, the response will

be delivered to all personnel, and that all workers are familiar and deemed to be

competent with Emergency Management Procedures and Plans.

Emergency response capabilities, which include all fire, medical, and rescue equipment

will be maintained to an operational standard, reviewed, and documented regularly.

For employers, they will be told to





Impact during Decommissioning of Project Component: Dismantling operation however

will have an impact on the environment due to noise and dust arising out of it. During de-

installation, a specific strategy shall be adopted to handle each type of item to keep the impact

during the actual activity low. Decommissioning will also have a social impact. The impact

due to decommissioning on power, social and environmental scenario will be guided by

applicable laws and guidelines. These will be addressed appropriately. Impacts during




vehicular traffic. As the residential area is closer, noise levels from some equipment operations

could exceed the EPA/EPR guideline but will be intermittent and occur for a limited time. For










material (e.g., concrete and masonry, steel, power cable, transformer body, etc.) could be

recycled and sold as scrap or the remaining non-hazardous waste would be sent to permit


shall be dealt with accordingly as per the standard operating procedure for disposal of waste.



For that, a reputable Third Party shall be hired for handling such waste would be having

certification.


Necessity of WMP

During the construction phase, waste generated from the substation work, and expansion of


2011). Types of waste generated will be cardboards, wood products (frames of equipment,

wood pallet, and its products), plastics products (Plastic, and its products), cement bags, metals,

rubbers, and glasses.

The major objective of the waste management plan is to manage generated waste in proper and

environment-friendly methods. This plan is mandatory and needs to be executed by the

Construction Supervision Company (CSC). The basic principle concentrates on reducing the

amount of waste through the 3R principle, avoidance of waste, and provide efficient and



The haphazard discharge/ disposal of huge volumes of solid waste generated during different

periods of the construction phase will degrade the quality of land and the adjoining settlement.

The envisaged pollution effects are not aesthetic but also chemical, and biological with

implications on the general sanitary conditions, and healthy environmental ecology water

bodies. Following methods will be implemented to handle waste properly, and in making CPA,

and SPA more environmentally friendly.

Waste collection, segregation, and final management from the camp, and

construction area will be established and operated without deteriorating the

surrounding environment.

Haphazard disposal of solid waste shall be strictly prohibited within Subproject

areas.



coordination with the local municipality. If hazardous chemical is to be managed,

it should comply, and follows the GoN concerned policy.

The packing materials used for casing components should be recyclable, and non-



components.

Measures addressed in Decommissioning Plan, and measures addressed will be

made aligned with this plan.





Workers in the electric power are potentially exposed to a variety of serious hazards, such as

arc flashes (which include arc flash burn and blast hazards), electric shock, falls, and thermal

burn hazards that can cause injury and death.


This plan ensures the health, and safety standards required for the Subproject confirming to

statutory requirements of the relevant laws of Nepal, and the NEA’s EHS guidelines, and

standards. Work should not proceed until the contractor, consultant, and NEA takes proper

precautions to ensure environmental protection, health, and safety of all workers involved.

Procedures

This plan will be used in conjunction with the existing Safety, and Environmental Management






• Use an examination or interview to make an initial determination that the employee

understands the relevant safety-related work practices before he or she performs

any work.

• The proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective

equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on

or near exposed energized parts of electric equipment shall be discussed in toolbox

meeting.










Protection, Dust Mask, Head Protection, Foot Protection, and High Visibility

Clothes Must be worn in this Area), Prohibition Signs (No Entry, Do Not Use

Mobile, No Cameras, No Smoking Area, and High Voltage), Warning Signs (High

Voltage, Slippery When Wet), Fire Safety Signs, and Emergency Signs].

• An on-site medical facility and first aid will be provided for the construction phase

to cater to the primary health care needs of personnel.

• The Subproject Manager will ensure a smooth line of communication between

NEA staff, related internal departments, the Project, and the contractors.


• The NEA shall ensure that H & S documents submitted by the contractors are

adequate.

• The NEA and CSC will review, and approve the contractor's H & S documents

before commencing site work. The Subproject will respond to all comments from

the contractor for further action.

• Upon approval, the contractor will carry out its work per the approved Health, and

Safety Plan, Environmental Management Plan, and any other requirement of the

GoN or EIB’s ESP, ESS standards.


• The NEA and CSC shall ensure that the contractor complies with the requirements

of Nepalese laws when accidents occur.

• The NEA and CSC monitor health and safety aspects regularly, and record all

observations on issues concerning H & S through adopting the method of regular

monitoring, H&S audit, and inspection, and site meeting.

• NEA will be responsible to supervise the OHS, and environmental performance of

the construction contractor, and laborers' condition.


The NEA and CSC shall ensure that the contractor conducts H & S related programs, and training

to raise the level of H & S awareness, skills, and knowledge among its staff, and workers.

• Each employee shall be trained in, and familiar with, the safety-related work

practices, safety procedures, and other safety requirements in this section that



pertain to his or her job assignments. The Subproject will adhere to labor acts and

rules.

• Toolbox meetings and general awareness on emergency warning signposts will be

included on a daily plan basis.





2.3 Project Health, Safety, and Environmental Goals & Objectives




2.3 Contractor’s safety Specialist responsibilities

2.4 Contractor’s Supervisor responsibilities





Chapter 3: Health policy, and amenities

3.1 Camp establishment, and operation


3.1.2 Toilets



3.1.5 Lighting

3.1.6 Ventilation










4.3 Toolbox meetings

Chapter 5: Accidents, and emergency











6.4.1 Trenching











6.9 Back safety

6.10 Face, hand, and foot protection

6.10.1 Overview




6.10.5 Face, and hand protection requirements










6.14 On the Job Toolbox safety talks--The Deadly dozen

6.14.1 Unsafe acts





Appendices

Appendix A: Pre Start Information Pack, and Project Notification Approval


Appendix C: Standard inspection, and report formats


Appendix E: Sample health, and safety signs




4. MONITORING, AND REPORTING MECHANISM


Environmental Monitoring (EM) is undertaken to collect data/information of the Subproject

environment to assess the compliance concerning regularity standards, preparation of planning

documents, and effectiveness of the implementation of Environmental Protection Measures

(EPM) addressed in ESMP. It involves the measurement of Physical, Biological, and

socioeconomic, and cultural variables associated with activities, and stages. To ensure effective

implementation of environmental and social (E&S) safeguards, NEA/PIU (DSUEP) based on

the compliance monitoring indicators will conduct compliance monitoring internally.

The main objectives of the environmental monitoring plan are listed below,


comparative evaluation of the Subproject baseline before, and after commencement of the



impacts, and enhance the beneficial impacts, and the mitigation measures, and

enhancement program are complied, and implemented in time, and with sincerity.

To confirm that the Subproject impacts are within the limits of the impact prediction or not,

and to minimize unpredicted impacts that occurred during Subproject construction and

operation.

Following procedures are adopted for monitoring purposes by this Project:

Identifying the sources, and characteristics of all observed environmental effects

Quantifying claims on resources, and discharges to the environment

Quantifying, and qualifying indirect effects as far as possible on the environment


plan, namely: Baseline Monitoring, Compliance Monitoring, and Impact Monitoring. Details


Baseline

Monitoring





Compliance

Monitoring


requirements as documented in the ESMP report, and they will comply during the

construction, and operation stages of the Subproject as appropriate.


timely, and adequate implementation of the Environmental Management Plan, and

overall environmental, and social performance of the Project.



Impact

Monitoring

This monitoring detects environmental changes, and estimates inherent variation within



It focuses on monitoring of,

the impacts of the Subproject on the physical, biological, and socioeconomic &



emerging impacts due to Subproject activities or natural processes, and develop

remedial action and





SN Environmental



1.

Budget allocation for

implementation of

mitigation measures

Budget heading and amount in figures in contract documents

Review of Subproject documents,

and records, and inquires with

Subproject staff

- Once pre-

construction

2. Employment for

Locals

Job placement conditions, Notice of vacancies published in

local media/notice board



Once, after

vacancy

announcement

Construction Phase


1. Alternation of Land Demarcation of land for substation, installation of pole in

RoW of access road

Coordination record minutes with

associated stakeholders

DL route

and

substation

area

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and Monthly

2. Stability and Erosion

Issues


subsidence/sliding and erosional evidence, damages to

adjoining entities, pit hole and its foundation materials

compaction, design and working framework

Direct Site Inspection and records Project area

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and Monthly

3. Spoil Management Excavation and filling as per design, compaction and watering

facility

Observation, records and contract

documents

Construction

site

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and Monthly

4. Air quality Emission and Dust around Subproject area, Foul smell,

Suspended particulate matter, Vehicular Maintenance

Observation, and taking records for

spraying water and vehicle log

book of maintenance work

Construction

site Daily




using digital sound meter

Construction

site Daily

6. Solid Waste

Management

Solid waste segregation, collection and management

mechanism, follow of waste management plan and practices

and SWM Plan


practices

Construction

site Weekly

14 Nepal Electricity Authority 2019: Environment, and Social Management Framework (ESMF) for Distribution System Upgrade & Expansion Project (DSUEP), Kathmandu.



SN Environmental



Hazard

Evidence of workforce skill development training, installation

of warning signs, electrical, mechanical insulation, and

guarding system


Site Inspection

Construction

site Daily


1. Habitat Loss Incidence of access to nearby forest areas for illegal activities,

complains from locals

Records, minutes, random

interview with elected

representatives, officials and local

people

Construction

site Weekly

2. Bird Collision Preventive measures included Subproject infrastructure,

incidence of an accident, and causes

Carcasses count to test the efficacy

of preventative measures Project area Every 3 Month15


1.

Labor Camp

Location, and

Management

Number of workers from Subproject area, and its surrounding

settlement, Basic facilities within the camps as in ESMP, and

Inclusiveness of marginalized, and indigenous groups people

from SPA

Questionnaire and FGD with local

people, Direct Site Inspection Project area Weekly


issues

Engagement of child in any form (direct/indirect or on/off-

site), wage discrimination among male, and female workers,

basic facilities for females as per recommended in ESMP,

psychological, and physical assault evidence (recorded/verbal

complain)






means to evaluate the gender issues

Construction

site Daily

3. Occupational Health,

and Safety

Impacts on health of the workers, No. of accidents registered,

use of the personal protective instrument by the workers



hand

Construction

site Daily

4. Grievance Redressing

Mechanisms

Committee formation records, issue settlement records on the

campsite, Gender, social, and others associated with Project.

Inspection of settlement, records of

diseases, and accidents, and









During the development phase, the supervising engineer of the civil works will be entrusted

for the environmental monitoring, while during the operation phase an Integrated

Environmental Management System shall be established for the Project among the senior

members from different departments.


Project document for the environmental management system for the Project and requires a third

party. The cost of such monitoring and expenses on the workforce is presented following table.



(Days/Events)

Unit Rate

(NRs.)

Estimated Amount

(NRs.)

Experimentation

1.



Water

2 times over

the Subproject

construction

period

1,00,000.00 200,000.00





4. OHS Expert 30 days 10,000.00 300,000.00



100,000.00

Logistic and Supply



Total 1,700,000.00




environmental related issues at the project level.






GRM for the project is outlined below, each tier having time-bound schedules and with









Table 4-3: Levels of Grievance Redress Mechanism



Level Local Level




District Level


Assistance










Expert.




Days for

Resolving

Complain


grievance


Engineer 15 days

Committee

Members





Community Liaison







PSC Member

Women Member of




and one female)







Women Member of





affected) Member


committee Member



















REFERENCES





CBS. (2017). Rural Municipality-Municipality Profile of Parasi District. Nawalparasi: Office

of Statistics.



DHM. (2017). Retrieved from https://www.dhm.gov.np/climate/






















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Substation, and

Campsite Area Mahendra Highway

(H1 / AH2)

Chure Range

Ramgram

Municipality Office




Components

Conductor


Bird Diverting Reflector Wishbone Prevents Bird Landing on Wire

White Spiral in Wire Improves Visibility of Wire Construction of Nest at Poles also divert Brid not sitting at Wires



वितरण प्रणाली स्तरोन्नवत तथा विस्तार आयोजना (DSUEP)


भौबतक तथा जैबवक वातावरणीय अवबथथबतका वारेमा जानकारी बलन तयार पाररएको सवके्षण फारम


Name of

Subproject:

Province:

District: Mun/RM:

Field Highlights:

Nearest Landmark

Environmental

Sensitivity

Major Physical Env.

Issues

Major Biological

Env. Issues




SN

DL

/SS

Co

ord

ina

tes

Occ

urr

en

ce

(Ro

ck f

all/

Lan

dsl

ide/

Ero

sion/

Flo

od

ing

)

Dimension (m)

Ty

pe

(1.

Fal

l 2

. T

opp

le 3

. S

lide

4.

Sp

read

5.

Flo

w 6

. C

reep

7.

Shee

t

8.

Ril

l 9

. G

ull

y 1

0.

Inu

nd

atio

n)

Asp

ect

(No

rth

/ S

ou

th)

Dis

tan

ce f

rom

DL

/SS

(m

)

His

tory

of

Ev

iden

ce (

Yr)

Oth

er T

rig

ger

ing

Fa

cto

rs

Length Width Depth

2 Drainage System

SN

DL

/SS

Lo

cati

on

/ S

ettl

emen

ts

Ty

pe

of

La

nd

Use

La

nd

Pro

file

/ S

ha

pe

(Co

nca

ve,

Co

nv

ex,

Un

ifo

rm S

lop

es)

Ty

pe

of

Dra

ina

ge

(Nat

ura

l o

r

Co

nst

ruct

ed)

Ch

ara

cter

isti

cs (

Bra

ided

, D

end

riti

c)

Operational


Po

or

Fai

r

Go

od

Wat

er L

og

gin

g

Su

bsi

den

ce

Cu

ttin

g

Oth

er (

If a

ny

)


SN DL/SS Location/

Settlements

Name

River/Stream

Flooding

width

Left-

Right

(m)

Distance

Substation/DL

Pole from

River/Stream

Water Quality

Parameter- EXTECH

ExStik II DO600

Temp.

(oC)

pH EC

(µc/cm)

4 Accessibility


SN Location/

Settlements


of Roads

Road Condition

Asphalt/


5 Land Use Pattern

S

N

Compon

ent

(DL/SS)

Chainage/

Settlement/

Landmark


Remar

ks

Forest Cultivabl

e /

Agricult

ure

Bui

lt

Up

Barren Land Other

(Specif

y)

Tot

al

Are

a

Fro

m

T

o

Tot

al

CF

s

Gov

t.

Priva

te

Gov

t.


SN Location/

Chainage


Detector


Sound Meter














Yes/No

If yes, how often?



ii. Herpetofauna


iii. Fish Diversity



Name: Name:


Date: Date:


(cm)

Height

(m) C*/B* Class


Longitude Latitude


वितरण प्रणाली स्तरोन्नवत तथा विस्तार आयोजना (वि.एस.यु.ई.पी). सामावजक आवथिक अध्ययन



छलफल गररएको बमबत: .......................................... उप-आयोजनाको नाम:...........................................................

बजल्ला: ................................... गा.पा./न.पा. ....................................... वडा नं. ............

गाउँ/टोल: .........................

२. यस छलफलमा समेविएको अध्ययन स्थलका िस्तीहरुको प्रकार )सहर-बजार, अर्ि घना बवस्त िा छररएको कस्तो

खालको छ नाम सवहत लेख्ने(





पेशा वनभिर प्रवतशत

आयोजना

वनमािणले प्रभाि

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वसंचाईको योजनाको नाम वसंचाई श्रोतको नाम वसंचाई हुने जम्मा िेत्रफल )ईकाई

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२०. यस स्थानमा अिस्थीत ऐवतहावसक सांस्कृवतक र्रोहर, र्ावमिक स्थल तथा सांस्कृवतक महत्िको खुला स्थान भएमा

उल्लेख गनुिहोस ।


स्थल तथा सांस्कृवतक महत्िको खलुा




कैवफयत

२१. यस ठाउँको प्रमुख चािबाि र मेला समारोह हरु के के हुन ? प्रमुख चािबाि र मेला समारोह मनाउने समुदाय कैवफयत






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1. Constitution of Nepal

Constitution of Nepal is the main legal document, which emphasizes on right

of clean environment of the people, natural resources protection, preservation

and its prudent use. Rights regarding clean environment, under article 30:

It includes to make multi-purpose development of water resources, while

according priority to domestic investment based on public participation to

ensure reliable supply of energy in an affordable and easy manner, and make

proper use of energy for the fulfillment of the basic needs of citizens, by

generating and developing renewable energy in article 51 (g).

DSUEP helps to fulfil the rights of

people to live in clean

environment along with to fulfil

the basic needs by providing

access of sufficient energy.

2.

Environment

Protection Act 2076

(2019 AD)

Section 3 of the Act requires the proponent to conduct environmental studies

in relation to the prescribed proposals of any developmental works. Subsection

2 of this act provides the framework about the environmental study report

prepared pursuant to sub-section (1) shall, in fulfillment of the process as

prescribed, be submitted to the relevant bodies of Government of Nepal for

approval.

Environmental Studies and

approved of report from

authorized body before

construction of any project is

mandatory to minimize the

negative impacts in Nepal which

is addressed in EPA, 2076.

3.

Environmental

Protection Rule, 2077

(2020 AD) [First

Amendment on 2078

(2021)]

Under the Environmental Protection Rules (2077) first amendment (2078) ,

rule (3) as mentioned in annex (1), Section (F) (Energy, Water Resources and

Irrigation Sector) sub-section (1), a proponent shall be required to carry out the

Brief Environmental Studies for construction of transmission line project less

than 66 kV in forest land for another purpose.

This rule provides the overall

guidance to what type of

environmental studies is required

according to project by


4.

Nepal Environmental

Policy and Action Plan,

2050(1993)


To manage natural and physical resources efficiently and sustainably

To balance the development efforts and environmental conservation for

sustainable fulfilment of basic needs

To preserve endemic and endangered species and their habitats; the promotion

of private and public institutions for biological resources inventory and

conservation


To mitigate adverse environmental impact of development protects and human

actions

DSUEP should follow the aims of

NEPAP to protect and conserve

the physical, biological and social

environment during construction

of 33 kV distribution line along

with substation.


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To integrate environment and development through appropriate institutions,

adequate legislation and economic incentives and sufficient public resources

5. CITES Act, 2017

Prohibits for the treat and business of protected species is explained in Section 1,

Rule 3 of this act. However, Sub-Rule 2 of the Rule 3 has allowed for the export

and import of protected species for certain circumstances mention under sub-

rule after taking approval. The Section 5 of the acts state the provision of

punishment for the unauthorized import, export and provision mentioned in

Section 3.

This act binds the workers along

with the people not to collect, treat

and business of the protected

plants and animals listed in


6. Electricity Act 1992

No person shall be entitled to conduct survey, generation, transmission or

distribution of electricity without obtaining license under this act.

The Electricity Act of 1992 has provision of land procurement for the

development of projects that involve electricity generation, transmission or

distribution. The Act states that the licensee may submit an application to GoN

to purchase the land or house of any person if it is required for the generation,

transmission or distribution of electricity. Upon the receipt of such an

application, GoN may make the land or house, so requisitioned, available to

any corporate body under the prevailing laws.

The main goal of this project is to

distribute the sufficient amount of

electricity by constructing 33 kV

line and substation by conducting

the survey to minimize the

impacts.

7.

Soil and Watershed

Conservation Act, 2039

(1982 AD)

Soil and watershed conservation Act, 1982 expedient to make legal provisions on

the land and watershed conservation by controlling natural calamities such as

flood, landslide and soil erosion and maintain convenience and economic

interests of the general public.

To do the works, which can act, as

causative factor of flood, landslide

and soil erosion should strictly

prohibited during the construction

of this project.

8.

Rural Energy Policy,

2006

Rationale of formulating and implementing this policy is to create conducive

environment that will self-motivate and mobilize local institutions, rural energy

user groups, non-government organizations, cooperatives and private sector

organization for the development and expansion of rural energy resources. The

government will facilitate and promote to involve private development and

expansion of new technologies. It has also envisioned subsidy provision for

promotion of such renewable energy technologies.

This project helps to improve the

distribution and motivate to use

the electricity in rural areas of

western Nepal.


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9.

Labor Act, 2074 (2017

AD)

This labor Act was made under the management of parliament under sub-clause

1 of clause 296 of Constitution of Nepal. Sub-section 3 of Section 2 states that

the employees should not be compelled to other work other than they are

assigned for. In addition, Sub-section 5 of Section 2 states about prohibition of

child labor in any organization and sub-section 6 of Section 2 states that there

should not be any kind of discrimination among the employee’s regard of

religion, ethnicity, gender, origin, language or intelligence or other kind of

characters.

Construction of project is only

possible when the rights of labor is

secure. In this project, the

contractor should follow this act

strictly.

10.

Child Labor

(Prohibition and

Regulation) Act, 2056

(2000 AD)

As per section 3 of this act, no child having not attained the age of 14 years shall

be engaged in works as a laborer.

Child labor is strictly prohibited in

this project and contractor should

follow this act.

11.

Solid Waste

Management Act, 2068

(2011 AD)

This act has been formulated with a goal of minimizing solid waste production

from the target area by setting rules and regulation on solid waste management

(SWM) in the country in order to develop better environment for the systematic

and effective management of solid waste and to involve all the concern

stakeholders in SWM practice. The main features of this act are discussion of

3R principle (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle). 3R principle seems to be very

beneficial as it not only increases the life of landfill site but also save the

money, which could be used for other infrastructure development. Section 4 of

the act assign the local body to manage or use the solid waste discharged or

dumped in collection center, transfer station or treatment plant or collected

during cleaning.

This act provides the overall

framework to manage the solid

waste generated from households

to project level. In addition, the

proponent should manage the

waste generated during

construction.

12.

Solid Waste

Management Rules,

2070 (2013 AD)

The solid waste management rule was formulated as per provision made in article

50 of Solid Waste Management Act, 2068. This regulation has emphasized the

segregation of waste at source and mentioned that the responsibility of proper

disposal and management of source belongs to the producers themselves.

Section 3 of the rule describes about the segregation and management of solid

waste. It has mentioned that it is essential to segregate degradable and non-

degradable solid waste at source.

These rules provide the overall

framework about how to reduce

the volume of waste to dispose

from the source during

construction of substation.


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13. Fifteenth Plan

Vision of 15th plan is in contribution to the prosperity of the nation through

sustainable and reliable development of hydropower by setting the goal which

is ensure energy security through intensifying hydropower generation. In

addition, one of the strategy of government of Nepal in 15th plan is to make

the distribution system effective and reliable to increase energy efficiency and

increase power consumption by expanding access to electricity by formulating

the required policies.

This 5-year interim plan sets the

goal about generation and

distribution of hydroelectricity in

Nepal, which is directly related to

this project.

14.

United Nations

Framework

Convention on Climate

Change (UNFCCC),

1992

UNFCCC, Signatories: 165. Parties: 195. (1), Article (4), commitment (f) states

climate change considerations into account, to the extent feasible, in their

relevant social, economic and environmental policies and actions, and employ

appropriate methods, for example impact assessments, formulated and

determined nationally, with a view to minimizing adverse effects on the

economy, on public health and on the quality of the environment, of projects

or measures undertaken by them to mitigate or adapt to climate change. After

it entered into force on 21 March 1994, in accordance with, it mandates the

individual state for prioritization of resource conservation with development.

Goal of this project is to replace

the traditional form of energy by

clean energy i.e. electricity which

ultimately reduces the air


15.

Directive 2011/92/EU

of the European

Parliament and of the

Council of 13

December 2011 and its

Amendment

2014/52/EU

Annex II of this directive provides the overall framework of project, which

required environmental assessment according to article 4 (2). Provision of

Environmental Assessment has mentioned for installation of hydroelectric

energy production in 3(h) of Annex II.

The criteria of Lender in case of

minimum issues. (Required

Environmental Assessment-

ESMP for category C Projects)

16. ILO 169

The main objective of this convention is to secure the rights of indigenous and

tribal people along with the gender equality and non-discrimination of workers

during work. The Article 1 on First Part of this convention mainly focused on

following points:

(a) the social, cultural and economic conditions of tribal peoples in independent

countries differentiate from other parts of the national community and their

status is managed fully or partially by their own customs or traditions or by

special laws or regulations;

(b) peoples in independent countries who are regarded as indigenous on account

of their descent from the populations which inhabited the country, or a

Nepal is the part of ILO

convention that’s why ILO 169

should strictly followed during

construction and implementation

of any types


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geographical region to which the country belongs, at the time of conquest or

colonization or the establishment of present state boundaries and who,

irrespective of their legal status, retain some or all of their own social,

economic, cultural and political institutions.

Self-identification as indigenous or tribal shall be regarded as a fundamental

criterion for determining the groups to which the provisions of this Convention

apply.

The use of the term peoples in this Convention shall not be construed as having

any implications as regards the rights, which may attach to the term under

international law.

17. Environment and

Social Management

Framework

ESMF is to guide DSUEP sub-projects in the area of E&S management using

appropriate instruments, methodologies, procedure and responsibilities during

the project cycle. NEA and the project partners shall apply during design and

development of the sub-projects in order to comply with the Government of

Nepal E&S regulations and the Financiers’ standards on E&S assessment and

management, Involuntary Resettlement, Indigenous People, Gender, etc.).

Main guiding document for E&S

study to identify issues and

recommending appropriate

practical augmentation/

mitigation measures

18. Environmental and

Social Policy (ESP)

This policy speaks for the mandatory E&S requirements for each Project like,

screening, DDR, E&S Assessment, ESMP, ESMF, Information Disclosure,

Consultation and Monitoring and Evaluation.

Mandatory requirement for

ESMP study




SIGNAL NOTICE

DANGER SIGNS

INSTRUCTION SIGNS






Waste Types for Selling to Scrap Dealers Major SWM Practices (Discard Open

Burning)


Proposed Site for Hakui Substation

Expert Team during Field Study at Hakui

Stakeholders during Public Consultation cum FGD Meeting at Bakenawa


THABANG-PUNTIBAN DISTRIBUTION LINE SUBPROJECT

Rolpa District, Lumbini Province

OCTOBER 2021

CLIENT:







CONSULTANT:



| ESMP Report of Thabang-Puntiban Distribution Line Subproject | October 2021


TABLE OF CONTENT






1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 2


2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SETTINGS ..................................... 10


3. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES .................................. 15







REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................... 46

ANNEXES ........................................................................................................................................... 48



LIST OF TABLES


Table 1-2: Estimation on Requirement of Resources ................................................................ 6



Table 1-5: Issues Raised by Stakeholders and Responses ......................................................... 8

Table 2-1: Ambient Air and Noise Quality within the Proposed Subproject Site ................... 10

Table 2-2: List of Bird Found within the Subproject Area ...................................................... 13






LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1-1: Location Map of Thabang-Puntiban Distribution Line Project .............................. 5






LIST OF ANNEXES










ANNEX 10: PHOTOGRAPH






Flora

























Units


CO2 Carbon dioxide

dB Decibel

g Gram

ha Hectare

HHs Households

Kg Kilogram

Km Kilometer

kV Kilovolt



kWh Kilo Watt Hour

ltr Litre

LV Low Voltage

m Meter


mm Milimeter


MW Megawatt



sq.m. Square Meter

Conversion Unit

10396 m2 = 1.54 Bigha = 1.04 ha



1. INTRODUCTION


From the screening study, it concluded that Subproject associated impacts are likely to have



minimal or no major environmental and social impacts, lies in Category C Subproject as

defined by Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) for DSUEP and Joint


(ESMP). In addition, project induced unforeseen issues and likely raised impacts during



Nepal’s energy mostly rely on commercial non-renewable resources like, petrol, diesel,

cooking gas (LPG) and so on after traditional source, ‘fuelwood’ (MoF, 2020). Nepal has a

population of around 29 million1 of which about 90% population have access to electricity in




increases at this rate. This means deceleration on the sale of diesel and LPG is still not

happening due to adequate supplied or accepted from the people for cooking, cooling and

heating purposes. To ensure reliable and affordable energy supply, proper utilization of energy

by generation and development Government of Nepal has set the target to produce 10,000 MW

by production plant in one decade and will construct and develop all infrastructure for

distribution of electricity in next 5 year (The White Paper, 2018).

In order to improve rural accessibility to electricity for daily HHs use and business, proper

distribution system in each local level needs to be expanded. To redress this situation,

Government of Nepal in coordination with NEA has launched the Distribution System Upgrade

and Expansion Project (DSUEP). The main objective of the DSUEP is to improve the rural

electrification of Project sites along with fulfilling the demands of electricity in local level. The

European Investment Bank (EIB) supports to DSUEP by providing loan finance to construct

substations, lines and distribution lines with installation of transformers. The Project is a part

of Nepal’s strategy to overcome the continuing power shortages and satisfy the growing

demand. From this, distribution system overloaded and feeders are tripping.







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The Project comprises a programme of schemes designed to increase access to electricity in 23

districts of Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim Provinces in the western and far-western

regions of Nepal2. It has clustered the Project based on geographical location, difficulty of

implementation, cost and agreement with the European Investment Bank to finance

construction of distribution under DSUEP. Under EIB finance, a total of 14 Project; 9 Project

in 6 districts of Lumbini province and 5 Project in 3 districts of Sudurpaschim province will be

constructed.


equivalent (CO2e) emissions for the Programme is the ohmic losses of the new network

equipment being installed to connect new customers. Still, most of the households uses

kerosene and business houses are using diesel generators or commercial fossil fuel-based off-

grid alternatives to renewable hydropower energy in case of Nepal. Following the connection


from the grid. On completion, the Project is expected to enable a saving of 34 kt CO2e per

year3. For the annual accounting purposes of the EIB Carbon Footprint, the Project emissions

will be prorated according to the EIB lending amount signed in that year, as a proportion of

Project cost.



minimize, mitigate and offset (in the case of environment) or remedy (in the case of social

impacts) of any adverse environmental and social impacts. In addition, budget and estimates,

sources of funding and adequacy, institutional and monitoring, reporting and accountability




environment due to 33/11 kV substation construction and 33 kV distribution line.


of the Project.


avoidance, minimization of impacts and required cost for each activity.

Consult with affected community, stakeholder to understand the public concerns,




and establish a mechanism to involve stakeholders in grievance redressing mechanism.






The proposed Thabang-Puntiban Distribution Line Subproject is located within Thabang Rural

Municipality, wards-1, of Rolpa District in Sudurpaschim Province (ANNEX 2). The

Subproject affected ward has a total population of 1,912 inhabitants from 417 families. This

Subproject constitutes construction of 33/11 kV substation of capacity 3 MVA and 0.5 km 33

kV distribution line. The line is tapped from existing 33kV DL at Thabang-1, Bibang, Rolpa

that lies at just upside of acces road at 28°29'19.66"N latitude and 82°43'7.81"E longitude. The

land for proposed substation land is owned by GoN and and managed by Bir Balbhadra School.

The area of substation land is about 1.04 ha while DL will cover 0.3 ha. The proposed

Subproject will have no direct impact to any private and public entities whithin its Core Project

Area (CPA). The camp facility will be provided within the Project boundary so that no land

issues will arised.

The Subproject area is located about 1 Km far that is in North direction from Ghartigaun-

Thabang road section upto Bibang. In addition, the proposed site is about 10.27 Km arial

distance away from Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve that lies in the Northeast part. The main

features of the Subproject are,





Sub Project Thabang-Puntiban Distribution Line Subproject

Funding Agency EIB

Project Location Thabang Rural Municipality, Bibang, Rolpa, Lumbini

Province

Distribution Line

33kV Line Starting Point

Tapped from Existing 33kV DL at Thabang - 1, Bibang,

Rolpa

Co-ordinate:Lat 28°29'19.66"N, Long 82°43'7.81"E

33kV Line End Point

Thabang Substation (Proposed) at Thabang - 1,Bibang,

Rolpa




Climatic Condition



Altitude (Min, Max): 2115, 2200 amsl


Right of way 6 m

Number of Circuit 2, Loop In Loop Out

Conductor ACSR Dog

Line Capacity/Thermal Limit

(approx.) 13.4 MW (Dog) at 0.9 power factor

Type of Poles Steel Tubular Pole, 13m

Pole Configurations Single Pole Structures, H-Pole Structures etc. (With and

without Stay Sets)



Diameter of a Single Pole

(approx.) 0.22m (As per IS 2713-3)

Planting Depth of Pole 2.2 m

Insulators Porcelain Disc and Pin Insulator

Substation

Location

Thabang - 1, Bibang, Rolpa, Lumbini Province

Co-ordinate: Lat28°29'24.67"N, Long 82°43'9.37"E

Elevation: 2196 amsl



Number and Capacity of

Transformer 1 nos., 3 MVA



Number of 33kV Line Bays 3, Two Incoming, One Outgoing

Number of 33kV Transformer

Bays 1

Number of 11kV Feeders

(Indoor) 4

Approximate Area of

Substation 10396sq.m./ 1.54bigha/ 20.43ropani/ 1.04 ha

Figure 1-1: Location Map of Thabang-Puntiban Distribution Line Project




















substation. The land is owned by GoN and managed by Shree Bir Balabhadra Ma.Vi. While in

case for Distribution Line, requires 0.3 ha and hence in total it requires 1.34 ha of land.

Human Resource: Altogether about 20 people (10 unskilled, 6 semi-skilled and 4 skilled


Material and Fuel: The civil construction works will follows excavation for foundation of

substation, steel reinforcement, cement, coarse aggregates and fine aggregates (sand).


Table 1-2: Estimation on Requirement of Resources




2. Sand cum 87.50

3. Stone cum 26.88



Commercial Fuel

1. Petrol ltr 23,100.00


3. LPG ltr 1,300.00








12 Months after the approval of construction bidding from promoter.



1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12


and award



3. Erection of Poles













2. Field visit








field.














High

Interest





access road

Community

people

from the

OPA area








improvements.

A public consultation program was scheduled at the Substation dated 2078/05/18 (ANNEX

5). The issues raised during the consultation were recorded as a living document. The

concerns and suggestions received from public consultation were addressed with measures

for mitigation and/or enhancement.



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1.

Taking brief about Project’s substation and 33 Kv

distribution line from environmental and social

experts.

Part of consultation/draft

ESMP disclosure, no need

to address





3. Implementation of Subproject as soon as possible Addressed in Table 3.1

Beneficial Impact (B-1)

4.

Shree Bir Balbhadra Namuna Ma. Vi. owns the land

and has agreed to provide land for substation

construction. Following, there will be no issues while

using land for the substation by the Subproject as

proposed land is public and not used for grazing or

other purposes

ANNEX 5 and Part of

consultation, no need to

address

5. The generated solid waste should be managed by

Subproject itself


Adverse Impact in

Physical Environment (A-

5)

6.

Nearby sports club will be provided with Sports Kit

and provision of Capacity Building Training should

be provided to locals



7. Assurance of full support from local stakeholders

during Subproject Implementation phase

Positive response towards

Subproject and assurance

of support during

implementation




8.

The support and signing agreement on socio-technical

assistance to school “Bir Balbhadra Namuna Ma.Vi.”

will be completed in presence of Thabang RM.

Positive response towards

Subproject and assurance

of support during

implementation and Table

3.1 Adverse Impact in

Socio-Economic and

Cultural Environment (A-

1)













2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SETTINGS



The Subproject is located in the Mid-Land Group of Upper Pre-Cambrian-Late Paleozoic

Region of Nepal (LRMP, 1986). Thabang-Puntiban, Subproject area lies in Thabang Rural

Municipality ward-1 of Rolpa district, Lumbini Province. The substation is situated at

28°29'24.67" N latitude and 82°43'9.37"E longitude, with elevation of 2196 metres above sea

level (masl). The tapping point is located at 28°29'19.66"N, 82°43'7.81"E. The Bibang River

from North to West direction flows just at the toe of the Subproject hill just 500 m downstream

side. The Subproject substation is owned by GoN and managed by Shree Bir Balbhadra Ma.Vi.,

Bibang. The DL will not crosses any hydrological network. The total length of DL is 0.5 Km.

The route passes through the RoW of village access road and barren land. While, in case of

substation the total land to be occupied from school is 1.04 ha of open, clear and barren land.


The proposed Subproject area belongs to temperate bio-climatic zone. The minimum

temperature of nearby proposed Subproject site is recorded -3oC in the month of January, while

the maximum temperature recorded is 40oC, in the month of July (DHM, 2021). While, it

receives highest rainfall in the month of July. Summer monsoon is prevalent from the month

of May up to September while decrease in rainfall is observed in winter. The highest rainfall is

320 mm on the month of June/July.

3. Air and Noise and Water Quality

The Subproject site lies within the rural setting. The major air polluting sources recorded are

only from vehicular emission and dust problem from plying of vehicles and high wind velocity.

Noise polluting sources noted at the time of field study are similar with the air polluting

sources. Use of unnecessary accelerator and horn along the access road of site is the second

most source of noise generation. Following table shows the real-time quality of air and noise

during field study.

Table 2-1: Ambient Air and Noise Quality within the Proposed Subproject Site

SN Location/

Chainage


Detector


Mini Sound Meter


1. Tapping Point 10.3 14.8 Vehicular Emission 38 Noise arised from

Bibang River water

2. Substation 10.5 11.02 None 33 High wind velocity




The air4 and noise5 at tapping point and substation are found to within the national standard6

for ambient air and noise quality. None of the water bodies was found within the Subproject

footprint area for which no special issues have been recorded.

4. Geology and Seismic Risks

The geology of the Subproject region is Surbang formation of Pre-Camrian group along with

Jaljhala sub-group of Nepal. The Subproject area consists of the silty clay cohesive soil with

the boulders and cobbles size limestones rock fragments and other.


250gal, which is equal to 0.15g. Assuming the ratio of horizontal, and the vertical seismic

coefficient is 1.5; the vertical seismic coefficient will be 0.1. Since seismicity can shake in any

direction with the worst-case scenario should be considered, so the recommended seismic

coefficient for this Subproject is 0.15.









The site lies within the undulated sloppy area of the hilly region. The proposed area is slightly

within gentle slope.


The waste was found littered in front of HHs, shops and business area and along the side of the

access road near Subproject areas. The nature of waste comprised of plastics (bottles, bags and

packaging), textiles, glass and metal cans. Organic waste was not observed as littered. People

has been practiced to manage organic waste within the household premises. Recyclable waste

(for large quantity) has been practiced of selling to the scrap collector occasionally.





The CPA of the proposed Subproject site lies at an elevation of 2196 masl of temperate climatic

zone in altitudinal basis in classification system (Dobremez, 1976). It does not lies within any

protected areas and conservation areas that are ecological important for which none of the





Subproject induced impact to biological environment is expected. The Dhorpatan Huntng

Reserve lies about 10.27 km in Northern side. There is no any tree species within the Subproject

footprint area. Following, none of the wild species have found exist within the boundary area.

From field study and participatory interaction with locals, ten species of birds were reported

from Subproject site and its peripheral area.

Table 2-2: List of Bird Found within the Subproject Area


1. House Crow Corvus splendis LC

2. Dangre Acridotheres fuscus

3. Gauthali Apus affinis LC

4. Spotted Dove/Dhukur Streptopelia chinensis LC

5. Eagle Milvus migrans LC

6. Bhangera Passer domesticus

7. Jureli Hypsipetes leucocephalus LC

8. Suga Psittacula himalayana LC

9. Fisto Phylloscopus collybita

10. Tree Sparrow Passer montanus LC



However, total three species, Asian Common Toad (Bufo melanostictus), Common Garden

Lizard (Callotes versicolor) and Frog (Rana tigrina), of Herpetofauna were recorded from



Subproject area and its peripheral area, which includes one species of reptiles and two species

of amphibian species.


The Subproject site lies in Thabang Rural Municipality-1. According to municipal profile of

Thabang Rural Municipality9, the total number of population in this municipality is 10,881

living in 2,172 households. The total male population is 5,035 and female population is 5,846.

In addition, the total population of ward-1 is 1,912 among which 892 is male and 1,020 is

female living in 417 households. None of the private and public infrastructure are located

within the CPA, which needs relocation. Most of the people in this area follow the Hindusm

inhabitation of Magar people with total population of 9,032 within the ward level. Agriculture

is the mainstay of the people of the Subproject area. The area is connected with Ghartigaun-

Thabang village road. Recent issues of COVID19 Pandemic has been observed as one of the

major challenging health risk issues within the local level.

The total substation occupy 1.04 ha of substation land, which is owned by GoN and managed

by Bir Balbhadra School. This has been confirmed through Public Consultation cum FGD

meeting held on 2078/05/18 at Thabang RM meeting hall (ANNEX 5). Likewise, DL route

was designed over RoW of village access road. There will be no land acquisition and

resettlement impacts. During field visit, issues related with support to local clubs and capacity

building training to local and job opportunities were raised during consultation.

9 https://thabanglmun.gov.np/en/node/40, Retrieved on 2078/04/06 (21/07/2021).

https://thabanglmun.gov.np/en/node/40



3. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

The development of infrastructure necessarily brings change in the local environment in terms



the magnitude, extent and duration of the Subproject induced impacts have been taken as

referenced. This chapter identifies the basic environmental and social impacts in Subproject

site that will arise during construction. The detailed impacts of each components have been





Impacts
















Impacts




identified from public consultation (ANNEX 5) for the betterment of existing social aspects

and practices that was not addressed within the Subproject design document. Similar with this,

is the case in this Subproject also. The envisaged direct impact is low in magnitude, site specific

in extent, short term in duration.


• Nearby sports club will be provided with Sports Kit.

• Provision of Capacity Building Training should be provided to locals.




Subproject Name: Thabang-Puntiban Distribution Line Subproject

Location:- Thabang Rural Municipality-1




1 Nearby sports club will be provided with

Sports Kit. LS 1.00 100,000.00 100,000.00

2 Training for Trainer (TOT) on

Electrician (for 25 people from ) Event 1.00 500,000.00 500,000.00

Total Budget 600,000.00


B. Operation Phase


Impacts

New small to large-scale business enterprises are going to establishing different industries

within/nearby the Subproject proposed area (Municipal source). Recently, power tripping and

voltage drop problem are the one of the major problem faced within the Subproject area.

Upgrading and expansion of electricity distribution system is one of the important basis of rural

electrification which helps to way-out many electricity related issues and promotes to use of

more home appliances, use of electric power generators for irrigation and opportunities for

industries establishment. The magnitude of impact is considered high, the extent is local, and

the duration is long-term.




• Opportunities to upgrading and expansion of new industries shall be established nearby

the Subproject area.



• Diesel powered water pump for irrigation of crops from Bibang River will be ease to



2. Climate Benefits

Impacts

The existing use of traditional source of energy like firewood and timber along with

commercial fuel LPG/Kerosene for cooking/lighting, heating and diesel for water pumping is

more prevalent around the Subproject area. With major combustion of firewood will ultimately

degrade the environment by emitting smoke and fumes constituting CO2, NOx/SOx into the

atmosphere. The shifting of efficient electric power supply will reduce the emission into the



atmosphere that will ultimately benefits climate. The magnitude of impact is considered high,

extent is local and duration is long term.






the Project is expected to enable a saving of 34 kt CO2e per year as calculated by EIB.










Impacts

The Subproject will require about 1.04 land for the placement of substation. While in case for

Distribution Line, it passes through barren, and RoW of access road covering 0.5 Km. The

construction of the Subproject will bring change in the existing land use of the area are

permanent. The impacts due to use of land will be moderate in magnitude, site specific and



• The proposed physical activities of this Subproject (distribution line and installation of

substation) will not affect the cultivated land and crops. Substation construction will be

completed is owned by GoN and managed by Shree Bir Balbhadra Ma.Vi..


the proposed route, as it will be installed within the edge of RoW of existing access

road and barren land (if needed).

2. Impact Associated with Spoil Management

Impacts

The proposed substation land lies at the gentle slope of the hill for which cutting and filling of

ground before foundation work is necessary. It is estimated that 53830 cum volume of spoil

will be necessary from cut/fill activities within the substation boundary. Other than this, the

spoil will also generated during the construction period like cement bags, iron bar and other

leftover construction materials and waste generated by the labor camp might cause adverse

impact to the environment. Stockpiling of spoil haphazardly shall blockage the access road,

degrade air pollution and can cause health hazards when left behind in contact with local

people. The magnitude of impact is considered low, the extent is site-specific, and the duration

is short-term.









• Selection of spoil for surfacing/levelling material will be free from all types of organic




• Compaction of spoil disposal and the levelled area will be assured through the


• An adequate site drainage system will be provided diverting from the spoil managed

area within substation.

3. Impact Associated with Stability Concerns

Impacts

There shall be issues during excavation work and spoil management during ground levelling.

None of the issues related with DL route shall be exist. The magnitude of impact is considered

low, the extent is site-specific, and the duration is short-term.





spoil in Southern part of substation area.





• Sediment control traps will be located for controlling runoff water within the periphery

of inner and outer substation boundary.


excavated area.



cement more quickly.






Impacts

The construction activities such as site clearance, ground levelling, excavation of the building


materials, vehicular movement will generate dust and emission at Subproject site. In addition,



the workforce noise, excavating equipment and vehicles transporting the construction materials

will raise noise level than before implementation of Project. The impact on air quality and

noise level will be low in magnitude, site specific in terms of extent and of short duration.













5. Impact Associated with Solid Waste Management

Impacts









= 2.4724 kg/day



51% organic

waste




kg/day.




waste shall be around 1.26 kg/day. The waste when not managed carefully will degrade the

environment from the foul smell, and rodents. In addition, this might be one among other issues

consequencing disputes with nearby local people. The rest inorganic waste generated during

implementation shall be managed through source segregation. The magnitude of impact is

considered to be low, the extent is site-specific, and the duration is short-term.




management.





manageable through composting in the bin or by constructing a ground pit, and covered,

by the sufficient thick layer of soil on daily basis to prevent foul smell and controlling

rodents and insects.










• Chemical waste generated from transformer (if) needs to be collected in leakage proof,

corrosion free special lined designed container for hazardous waste and sealed

carefully.

• Effective coordination with Thabang RM.


B. Operation Phase

1. Issues Related to Electric and Fire Hazard

Impacts





is long term.











The proposed Subproject avoided the forestland or other sensitive biodiversity areas and

needn’t to cut the tress during construction of 33 kV distribution line and substation. There is

no direct impact on the habitat of mammals or birds due to disturbance by settlement. Other

impacts indirectly on the biological environment of the Subproject are expected to be low and

negligible.




1. Loss of Habitat

Impacts

As there is no presence of any forestland or sensitive biodiversity area, occurrence of any

species is less. Instead, few bird species will gets minimally affected from the Subproject

implementation.


• No specific measures will be required.

B. Operation Phase



















Impacts

The Subproject will require about 1.04 ha land for the placement of substation. The total land

belongs to Shree Bir Balbhadra School and threre is no any user community for this land. The

construction of the Subproject will bring change in the existing barren land of the area into

build up area permanently. In addition, the 33 kV distribution line will passes through the edge

of road. The total length of distribution line in agricultural land is about 500 m. The envisaged

direct impact is high in magnitude, site-specific in extent, and short-term in duration.




• Installation of steel tubular pole will be installed at the edge of the RoW of access road

and barren land (if necessary).








2. Issues Related to Child Labor and Gender

Impacts


transportation of construction materials and other construction related works. Discrimination

on women and vulnerable group while hiring the worker and minimum wages will be expected.

Despite the GoN’s strict rules and regulations on child labor and gender issues, it remains a

potential threat (chances of exploitation) to children, females and socially backward

communities. The envisaged indirect impact is low in magnitude, site specific in extent, and












Impacts







duration.



























Impacts











B. Operation Phase


Impacts


to electric shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions. The envisaged impact is direct in nature,

site specific in extent, moderate in magnitude and long term.















equipment.










measures and monitoring them.

The ESMP serves as a guide for the Subproject to avoid, minimize, mitigate adverse

environmental impacts, and enhance positive impacts. The implementation of the mitigation

measures will be the responsibility of the contractor, and promoter during the construction, and

operation stages. A detailed ESMP has been prepared and presented in the following table.




Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation




1. Opportunities

of Earning for

Local People



• The construction activities require different construction materials like aggregate,

sand, cement, steel, etc., which shall be brought from the locally available legal

market centers. This will improve their earnings at HHs level.



Embedded

within Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

2. Corporate

Social

Responsibility

(CSR)

Activities

• Nearby sports club will be provided with Sports Kit.

• Provision of Capacity Building Training should be provided to locals. 600,000.00

Construction

Contractor/

Outsourcing/

Authorized

Institution from

NEA

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) and

Thabang RM

B. Operation Phase

1. Enhancement

in Rural

Electrification



• Opportunities to upgrading and expansion of new industries shall be established

nearby the Subproject area.



• Diesel powered water pump for irrigation of crops from Bibang River will be ease to



- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

2. Climate

Benefits




- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)



Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation



the Project is expected to enable a saving of 34 kt CO2e per year as calculated by

EIB.

• As emission shall gradually reduce, the quality of air will be improved. This will

benefit associated with the health issues of people associated with indoor air pollution

after the commencement of Subproject.






1. Impact

Associated

with Change

in Land Use

• The proposed physical activities of this Subproject (distribution line and installation

of substation) will not affect the cultivated land and crops. Substation construction

will be completed in the land owned by GoN and managed by Shree Bir Balbhadra

Ma.Vi..


the proposed route, as it will be installed within the edge of RoW of existing access

road and barren land (if needed).

- Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) and

Thabang RM

2. Impact

Associated

with Spoil

Management






• Selection of spoil for surfacing/levelling material will be free from all types of

organic materials and quality perspectives.



• Compaction of spoil disposal and the levelled area will be assured through the


Embedded

within the

Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) and

Thabang RM



Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


• An adequate site drainage system will be provided diverting from the spoil managed

area within substation.

3. Impact

Associated

with Stability

Concern




spoil in Southern part of substation area.





• Sediment control traps will be located for controlling runoff water within the

periphery of inner and outer substation boundary.


excavated area.



cement more quickly.





Bioengineering

cost of

1,500,000.00

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

4. Impact due to

Air and Noise

Pollution










300,000.00 Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)



Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


• Wherever required, personal protective equipment such as earplugs, earmuffs, etc.

will be provided to the persons working in high noise areas.

5. Impact

Associated

with Solid

Waste

Management



management.



manageable through composting in the bin or by constructing a ground pit, and

covered, by the sufficient thick layer of soil on daily basis to prevent foul smell and

controlling rodents and insects.










• Chemical waste generated from transformer (if) needs to be collected in leakage

proof, corrosion free special lined designed container for hazardous waste and sealed

carefully.

• Effective coordination with Thabang RM.


300,000.00 Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) and

Thabang RM

B. Operation Phase



Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation


1. Issues Related

to Electric,

and Fire

Hazard

• There will be the use of insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protective devices, and safe

work practices.






- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) Thabang RM



1. Loss of

Habitat • No specific measures will be required. -

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)

B. Operation Phase

1. Impact due to

Collision of

Birds

• To reduce the collision of birds within the substation components, markers such as

color balls will be attached to the dead-end tower/s inside the substation to improve

line visibility for the bird.





- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) -



1. Impact

Associated

with

Construction

Activities



• Installation of steel tubular pole will be installed at the edge of the RoW of access

road and barren land (if necessary).



• The construction activities will be completed within the period as approved from

NEA.

Embedded

within Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) and

Thabang RM



Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation




2. Issues Related

to Child

Labor, and

Gender



during the implementation of the Project, and equal wage is given to both the male

and female workers for the same amount of work done irrespective of their gender.


toilet/bathroom, and room, a resting place for females, and special provision during

the menstrual period with the availability of basic sanitary pads, and nutritious diet.


Embedded

within Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) and

Thabang RM

3. Occupational

Health, and

Safety








place, secured lock system for female rooms, canteen facility, and basic internet

facility during an off-hour; first aid required for the campsite will be assured.








Protection, Dust Mask, Head Protection, Foot Protection, and High Visibility Clothes

Must be worn in this Area), Prohibition Signs (No Entry, Do Not Use Mobile, No

Cameras, No Smoking Area, and High Voltage), Warning Signs (High Voltage,

Slippery When Wet), Fire Safety Signs, and Emergency Signs].

Embedded

within Contract

Document

Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP)



Environmental


Mitigation

Costs (NRs.)


Augmentation




4. Grievances

Management

• A Grievance Redress Committee (GRC) will be established at the three different

levels to address the social issues associated with the Project.



1,00,000.00 Construction

Contractor

NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) and

Thabang RM

B. Operation Phase

1. Occupational

Health, and

Safety




quality), hand towel (medium weight, dark or bright colors; approx. 16 in x 26 in) and

wide-toothed comb (6–8 in) will be provided to each work force.








• Employees working on the electrical devices will be provided with electrical

protective equipment.

• Proper maintenance of fencing will be assured to prevent the movement of

unauthorized personals into the site.

- NEA/PIU

(DSUEP) Thabang RM




To prevent any unforeseeable disasters, following actions will be taken: -

Competency based training programs about emergency preparedness, response will be

delivered to all personnel, and that all workers are familiar and deemed to be competent

with Emergency Management Procedures and Plans.

Emergency response capabilities, which include all fire, medical and rescue equipment

will be maintained to an operational standard, reviewed, and documented on a regular

basis.

For employers they will be told to






however will have impact on environment due to noise and dust arising out of it. During de-

installation, a specific strategy shall be adopted in order to handle each type of item to keep the

impact during the actual activity low. The decommissioning will also have social impact. The






vehicular traffic. As the residential area is closer, noise levels from some equipment operation

could exceed the EPA/EPR guideline, but will be intermittent and occur for a limited time. For










material (e.g., concrete and masonry, steel, power cable, transformer body etc.) could be

recycled and sold as scrap or the remaining nonhazardous waste would be sent to permit




shall be dealt accordingly as per standard operating procedure for disposal of waste. For that,

a reputable Third Party shall be hired for handling such waste would be having certification.


Necessity of WMP

During the construction phase, waste generated from the substation work and expansion of


2011). Types of waste generated will be cardboards, wood products (frames of equipment’s,

wood pallet and its products), plastics products (Plastic and its products), cement bags, metals,

rubbers and glasses.

The major objective of the waste management plan is to manage generated waste in a proper

and environment friendly methods. This plan is mandatory and need to be executed by

Construction Supervision Company (CSC). The basic principle concentrates on reducing

amount of waste through 3R principle, avoidance of waste and provide efficient and



The haphazard discharge/ disposal of huge volume of solid waste generated during different

period of construction phase will degrade the quality of land and the adjoining settlement. The

envisaged pollution effects is not aesthetic but also chemical and biological with implication

on the general sanitary conditions and healthy environmental ecology water bodies. Following

methods will be implemented to handle waste properly and in making CPA and SPA more

environment friendly.

Waste collection, segregation, and final management from the camp and construction

area will be established and operated without deteriorating the surrounding

environment.

Haphazard disposal of solid waste shall be strictly prohibited within Subproject areas.



coordination with local municipality. If hazardous chemical is to be managed, it should

comply and follows the GoN concerned policy.

Measures addressed in Decommissioning Plan and measures addressed will made

aligned with this plan.




The detailed quantified waste will be provided as it undergoes detail quantity estimation and

completion of tender document.



This plan ensure the health and safety standards required for the Project confirming to statutory

requirements of the relevant laws of Nepal and the NEA’s EHS guideline and standards. Work

should not proceed until the contractor, consultant, and NEA take proper precautions to ensure

environmental protection, health, and safety of all workers involved.

Procedures

This plan will be used in conjunction with the existing Safety and Environmental Management









• Provision of first aid kit will be provided.


• Security fences around substation.


Dust Mask, Head Protection, Foot Protection and High Visibility Clothes Must be worn





Fire Safety Signs, Emergency Signs].

• The Project ensures that the contractor takes fire preventive measures during

construction according to Nepalese Law.

• An on-site medical facility and first aid will be provided for the construction phase to

cater for primary health care needs of personnel.

• The Project Manager will ensures a smooth line of communication between NEA staff,

related internal departments, the Project, and the contractors.


• The NEA shall ensure that H & S documents submitted by the contractors are adequate.

• The NEA and CSC will review and approve the contractor's H & S documents prior to

commencing site work. The Project will respond to all comments from the contractor

for further action.

• Upon approval, the contractor will carry out its work in accordance with the approved

Health and Safety Plan, Environmental Management Plan, and any other requirement

of the GoN or EIB’s ESP, ESS standards.


• The NEA and CSC shall ensure that the contractor complies with requirements of

Nepalese laws when accidents occur.

• The NEA and CSC monitor health and safety aspects regularly and record all

observations on issues concerning H & S through adopting method of regular

monitoring, H&S audit and inspection and site meeting.

• NEA will be responsible to supervise the OHS and environmental performance of

construction contractor and labors condition.


The NEA and CSC shall ensure that the contractor conducts H & S related programs and training

to raise the level of H & S awareness, skills, and knowledge among its staff and workers.

• All technical employees will be provided with the necessary trainings, and using safety

equipment as required for their respective responsibilities and duties. The Subproject

will adhere with labor acts and rules.

• Toolbox meeting and general awareness on emergency warning signposts will be

included on daily plan basis.







2.3 Project Health, Safety and Environmental Goals & Objectives




2.3 Contractor’s safety Specialist’s responsibilities

2.4 Contractor’s Supervisor’s responsibilities





Chapter 3: Health policy and amenities

3.1 Camp establishment and operation


3.1.2 Toilets



3.1.5 Lighting

3.1.6 Ventilation










4.3 Tool box meetings

Chapter 5: Accidents and emergency











6.4.1 Trenching









6.9 Back safety

6.10 Face, hand and foot protection



6.10.1 Overview




6.10.5 Face and hand protection requirements










6.14 On the Job Tool box safety talks--The Deadly dozen

6.14.1 Unsafe acts





Appendices

Appendix A: Pre Start Information Pack and Project Notification Approval


Appendix C: Standard inspection and report formats


Appendix E: Sample health and safety signs






Environmental Monitoring (EM) is undertaken to collect data/ information of the Subproject

environment to assess the compliance with respect to regularity standards, preparation of

planning documents and effectiveness of the implementation of Environmental Protection

Measures (EPM) addressed in ESMP. It involves the measurement of Physical, Biological and

Socio-economic and Cultural variables associated with activities and stages. To ensure

effective implementation of environmental and social (E&S) safeguards, compliance

monitoring will be conducted internally by NEA/PIU (DSUEP) based on the compliance

monitoring indicators.

The main objectives of environmental monitoring plan are listed below,


comparative evaluation of the Subproject baseline before and after commencement of the



impacts and enhance the beneficial impacts and the mitigation measures and enhancement

program are comply and implemented in time and with sincerity.

To confirm that the Subproject impacts are within the limits of the impact prediction or not

and to minimize unpredicted impacts occurred during Subproject construction and

operation.

Following procedures are adopted for monitoring purpose by this Project:

Identifying the sources and characteristics of all observed environmental effects

Quantifying claims on resources and discharges to the environment

Quantifying and qualifying indirect effects as far as possible on the environment


plan, namely: Baseline Monitoring, Compliance Monitoring and Impact Monitoring. Details


Baseline

Monitoring





Compliance

Monitoring


requirements as documented in the ESMP report and they will be compiled during the

construction and operation stages of the Subproject as appropriate.


timely and adequate implementation of the Environmental Management Plan, and

overall environmental and social performance of the Project.



Impact

Monitoring

This monitoring detects environmental changes and estimates inherent variation within



Its focus on monitoring of,

the impacts of the Subproject on the physical, biological and socioeconomic &



emerging impacts due to Subproject activities or natural processes and develop

remedial action and





SN Environmental



1.

Budget allocation

for implementation

of mitigation

measures

Budget heading and amount in figures in contract

documents

Review of Subproject

documents, and records, and

inquires with Subproject staff

- Once pre-

construction

2. Employment for

Locals

Job placement conditions, Notice of vacancies

published in local media/notice board



Once, after

vacancy

announcement

Construction Phase


1. Alternation of

Land

Demarcation of land for substation, installation

of pole in RoW of access road and edge of

cultivated land (up to possible)

Coordination record minutes

with associated stakeholders

DL route and

substation area

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

2. Stability Issues


subsidence/sliding and erosional evidence,

damages to adjoining entities, pit hole and its

foundation materials compaction

Direct Site Inspection Project area

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

3. Spoil Management Excavation and filling as per design, compaction

and watering facility

Observation, records and

contract documents Construction site

Early Subproject

Implementation

Phase and

Monthly

4. Air quality

Emission and Dust around Subproject area, Foul

smell, Suspended particulate matter, Vehicular

Maintenance

Observation, and taking records

for spraying water and vehicle

log book of maintenance work





using digital sound meter Construction site Daily




SN Environmental


6. Solid Waste

Management

Solid waste segregation, collection and

management mechanism, follow of waste

management plan and practices and SWM Plan


practices Construction site Weekly


Hazard

Evidence of workforce skill development

training, installation of warning signs, electrical,

mechanical insulation, and guarding system


Site Inspection Construction site Daily


1. Bird Collision

Preventive measures included Subproject

infrastructure, incidence of an accident, and

causes

Carcasses count to test the

efficacy of preventative

measures

Project area Every 3 Month11


1.

Labor Camp

Location, and

Management

Number of workers from Subproject area, and its

surrounding settlement, Basic facilities within the

camps as in ESMP, and Inclusiveness of

marginalized, and indigenous groups people from

SPA

Questionnaire and FGD with

local people, Direct Site

Inspection

Project area Weekly


issues

Engagement of child in any form (direct/indirect

or on/off-site), wage discrimination among male,

and female workers, basic facilities for females

as per recommended in ESMP, psychological,

and physical assault evidence (recorded/verbal

complain)






means to evaluate the gender

issues


3. Occupational

Health, and Safety

Impacts on health of the workers, No. of

accidents registered, use of the personal

protective instrument by the workers



hand


4.

Grievance

Redressing

Mechanisms

Committee formation records, issue settlement

records on the campsite, Gender, social, and

others associated with Project.

Inspection of settlement, records

of diseases, and accidents, and









During development phase, the supervising engineer of the civil works will be entrusted for

the environmental monitoring, while during operation phase an Integrated Environmental

Management System shall be established for the Project among the senior members from

different departments.


Subproject document for the environment management system for the Project and requires

third party. The cost of such monitoring and expenses on workforce is presented in the

following table.



(Days/Events)

Unit Rate

(NRs.)

Estimated Amount

(NRs.)

Experimentation

1.



Water

2 times over

the Subproject

construction

period

1,00,000.00 200,000.00





4. OHS Expert 30 days 10,000.00 300,000.00



100,000.00

Logistic and Supply



Total 1,700,000.00






















Level Local Level




District Level


Assistance










Expert.




Days for

Resolving

Complain


grievance


Engineer 15 days

Committee

Members





Community Liaison







PSC Member

Women Member of




and one female)







Women Member of





affected) Member


committee Member

















REFERENCES





CBS. (2017). Rural Municipality-Municipality Profile of Rolpa District. Pyuthan: Office of

Statistics.
























24153.pdf












from


ANNEXES



Dhorpatan Hunting

Reserve

Proposed

Substation Area

Tapping Point of

DL

Mid-Hill Highway

(H18)



Components

Conductor


Bird Diverting Reflector Wishbone Prevents Birds Landing on Wire

White Spiral in Wire Improves Visibility of Wire Construction of Nest at Poles also divert Brid not sitting at

Wires

Components Used for Preventing Birds from Collision in Distribution Line



वितरण प्रणाली स्तरोन्नवत तथा विस्तार आयोजना )DSUEP(


भौबतक तथा जैबवक वातावरणीय अवबथथबतका वारेमा जानकारी बलन तयार पाररएको सवेक्षण फारम


Name of

Subproject:

Province:

District: Mun/RM:

Field Highlights:

Nearest Landmark

Environmental

Sensitivity

Major Physical

Env. Issues

Major Biological

Env. Issues




SN

DL

/SS

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वितरण प्रणाली स्तरोन्नवत तथा विस्तार आयोजना (वि.एस.यु.ई.पी)

सामावजक आवथिक अध्ययन



छलफल गररएको बमबत: .......................................... उप-आयोजनाको नाम:...............................................................................................

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२. यस छलफलमा समेविएको अध्ययन स्थलका िस्तीहरुको प्रकार (सहर-बजार, अर्ि घना बवस्त िा छररएको कस्तो खालको छ

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पेशा वनभिर प्रवतशत आयोजना वनमािणले

प्रभाि पाछि वक पादैन

कस्तो प्रभाि पाछि

(सकरात्मक/नकारात्मक) कैवफयत








सुविर्ा को अिस्था स्थान दुरी (वक.वम.)






अथपताल




सडक





शैविक संस्थाको नाम स्थान पढाई हुने तह/किा स्िावमत्ि (वनवज, साबिजवनक/सरकारी) कैवफयत





पुरुष

मवहला



सुवबर्ा स्िावमत्ि (वनवज, सरकारी) कैवफयत


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११. यस ठाउँका मावनसहरु वबरामी पदाि अबलम्बन गने मुख्य मुख्य उपचार पद्दवत के के हुन ? (अस्पताल, घरेलु उपचार,

र्ामीझाँक्री)

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कुवा




चपीको प्रकार प्रयोग गने घररु्री संख्या प्रवतशत

खाल्डे


आिबुनक



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विरु्तमा पहुँच भएका घररु्री संख्या/प्रवतशत: ........................................

विरु्तमा पहुँच नभएका घररु्री संख्या/प्रवतशत: ......................................


वसंचाईको योजनाको नाम वसंचाई श्रोतको नाम वसंचाई हुने जम्मा िेत्रफल (ईकाई

खुलाउने)




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पसल लज संख्या

पसल

संख्या

उद्योग संख्या

कैवफयत







फलफुल

२०. यस स्थानमा अिस्थीत ऐवतहावसक सांस्कृवतक र्रोहर, र्ावमिक स्थल तथा सांस्कृवतक महत्िको खुला स्थान भएमा उल्लेख

गनुिहोस ।


स्थल तथा सांस्कृवतक महत्िको खुला




कैवफयत

२१. यस ठाउँको प्रमुख चािबाि र मेला समारोह हरु के के हुन ?

प्रमुख चािबाि र मेला समारोह मनाउने समुदाय कैवफयत






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नाम: ....................................................................

पद: ....................................................................

ठेगाना: ....................................................................

वमवत: ....................................................................



respect to Project

1. Constitution of

Nepal

Constitution of Nepal is the main legal document,

which emphasizes on right of clean environment of

the people, natural resources protection, preservation

and its prudent use. Rights regarding clean

environment, under article 30:

It includes to make multi-purpose development of

water resources, while according priority to domestic

investment based on public participation to ensure

reliable supply of energy in an affordable and easy

manner, and make proper use of energy for the

fulfillment of the basic needs of citizens, by

generating and developing renewable energy in

article 51 (g).

DSUEP helps to fulfil

the rights of people to

live in clean

environment along

with to fulfil the basic

needs by providing

access of sufficient

energy.

2.

Environment

Protection Act

2076 (2019 AD)

Section 3 of the Act requires the proponent to conduct

environmental studies in relation to the prescribed

proposals of any developmental works. Subsection 2

of this act provides the framework about the

environmental study report prepared pursuant to sub-

section (1) shall, in fulfillment of the process as

prescribed, be submitted to the relevant bodies of

Government of Nepal for approval.

Environmental Studies

and approved of report

from authorized body

before construction of

any project is

mandatory to

minimize the negative

impacts in Nepal

which is addressed in

EPA, 2076.

3.

Environmental

Protection

Rule, 2077

(2020 AD)

[First

Amendment on

2078 (2021)]

Under the Environmental Protection Rules (2077)

first amendment (2078) , rule (3) as mentioned in

annex (1), Section (F) (Energy, Water Resources and

Irrigation Sector) sub-section (1), a proponent shall

be required to carry out the Brief Environmental

Studies for construction of transmission line project

less than 66 kV in forest land for another purpose.

This rule provides the

overall guidance to

what type of

environmental studies

is required according

to project by


4.

Nepal

Environmental

Policy and

Action Plan,

2050(1993)


To manage natural and physical resources efficiently

and sustainably

To balance the development efforts and

environmental conservation for sustainable

fulfilment of basic needs

To preserve endemic and endangered species and

their habitats; the promotion of private and public

institutions for biological resources inventory and

conservation


To mitigate adverse environmental impact of

development protects and human actions

To integrate environment and development through

appropriate institutions, adequate legislation and

economic incentives and sufficient public resources

DSUEP should follow

the aims of NEPAP to

protect and conserve

the physical,

biological and social

environment during

construction of 33 kV

distribution line along

with substation.


respect to Project

5.

CITES Act,

2017

Prohibits for the treat and business of protected species

is explained in Section 1, Rule 3 of this act. However,

Sub-Rule 2 of the Rule 3 has allowed for the export

and import of protected species for certain

circumstances mention under sub-rule after taking

approval. The Section 5 of the acts state the provision

of punishment for the unauthorized import, export

and provision mentioned in Section 3.

This act binds the

workers along with the

people not to collect,

treat and business of

the protected plants

and animals listed in


6.

Electricity Act

1992

No person shall be entitled to conduct survey,

generation, transmission or distribution of electricity

without obtaining license under this act.

The Electricity Act of 1992 has provision of land

procurement for the development of projects that

involve electricity generation, transmission or

distribution. The Act states that the licensee may

submit an application to GoN to purchase the land or

house of any person if it is required for the generation,

transmission or distribution of electricity. Upon the

receipt of such an application, GoN may make the

land or house, so requisitioned, available to any

corporate body under the prevailing laws.

The main goal of this

project is to distribute

the sufficient amount

of electricity by

constructing 33 kV

line and substation by

conducting the survey

to minimize the

impacts.

7.

Soil and

Watershed

Conservation

Act, 2039 (1982

AD)

Soil and watershed conservation Act, 1982 expedient to

make legal provisions on the land and watershed

conservation by controlling natural calamities such as

flood, landslide and soil erosion and maintain

convenience and economic interests of the general

public.

To do the works,

which can act, as

causative factor of

flood, landslide and

soil erosion should

strictly prohibited

during the

construction of this

project.

8.

Rural Energy

Policy, 2006

Rationale of formulating and implementing this policy

is to create conducive environment that will self-

motivate and mobilize local institutions, rural energy

user groups, non-government organizations,

cooperatives and private sector organization for the

development and expansion of rural energy

resources. The government will facilitate and

promote to involve private development and

expansion of new technologies. It has also envisioned

subsidy provision for promotion of such renewable

energy technologies.

This project helps to

improve the

distribution and

motivate to use the

electricity in rural

areas of western

Nepal.

9.

Labor Act,

2074 (2017 AD)

This labor Act was made under the management of

parliament under sub-clause 1 of clause 296 of

Constitution of Nepal. Sub-section 3 of Section 2

states that the employees should not be compelled to

other work other than they are assigned for. In

addition, Sub-section 5 of Section 2 states about

prohibition of child labor in any organization and

sub-section 6 of Section 2 states that there should not

be any kind of discrimination among the employee’s

Construction of

project is only possible

when the rights of

labor is secure. In this

project, the contractor

should follow this act

strictly.


respect to Project

regard of religion, ethnicity, gender, origin, language

or intelligence or other kind of characters.

10.

Child Labor

(Prohibition

and

Regulation)

Act, 2056 (2000

AD)

As per section 3 of this act, no child having not attained

the age of 14 years shall be engaged in works as a

laborer.

Child labor is strictly

prohibited in this

project and contractor

should follow this act.

11.

Solid Waste

Management

Act, 2068 (2011

AD)

This act has been formulated with a goal of minimizing

solid waste production from the target area by setting

rules and regulation on solid waste management

(SWM) in the country in order to develop better

environment for the systematic and effective

management of solid waste and to involve all the

concern stakeholders in SWM practice. The main

features of this act are discussion of 3R principle

(Reduce, Reuse and Recycle). 3R principle seems to

be very beneficial as it not only increases the life of

landfill site but also save the money, which could be

used for other infrastructure development. Section 4

of the act assign the local body to manage or use the

solid waste discharged or dumped in collection

center, transfer station or treatment plant or collected

during cleaning.

This act provides the

overall framework to

manage the solid

waste generated from

households to project

level. In addition, the

proponent should

manage the waste

generated during

construction.

12.

Solid Waste

Management

Rules, 2070

(2013 AD)

The solid waste management rule was formulated as per

provision made in article 50 of Solid Waste

Management Act, 2068. This regulation has

emphasized the segregation of waste at source and

mentioned that the responsibility of proper disposal

and management of source belongs to the producers

themselves. Section 3 of the rule describes about the

segregation and management of solid waste. It has

mentioned that it is essential to segregate degradable

and non-degradable solid waste at source.

These rules provide

the overall framework

about how to reduce

the volume of waste to

dispose from the

source during

construction of

substation.

13. Fifteenth Plan

Vision of 15th plan is in contribution to the prosperity

of the nation through sustainable and reliable

development of hydropower by setting the goal which

is ensure energy security through intensifying

hydropower generation. In addition, one of the

strategy of government of Nepal in 15th plan is to

make the distribution system effective and reliable to

increase energy efficiency and increase power

consumption by expanding access to electricity by

formulating the required policies.

This 5-year interim

plan sets the goal

about generation and

distribution of

hydroelectricity in

Nepal, which is

directly related to this

project.

14.

United Nations

Framework

Convention on

Climate

Change

UNFCCC, Signatories: 165. Parties: 195. (1), Article

(4), commitment (f) states climate change

considerations into account, to the extent feasible, in

their relevant social, economic and environmental

policies and actions, and employ appropriate

Goal of this project is

to replace the

traditional form of

energy by clean

energy i.e. electricity


respect to Project

(UNFCCC),

1992

methods, for example impact assessments,

formulated and determined nationally, with a view to

minimizing adverse effects on the economy, on

public health and on the quality of the environment,

of projects or measures undertaken by them to

mitigate or adapt to climate change. After it entered

into force on 21 March 1994, in accordance with, it

mandates the individual state for prioritization of

resource conservation with development.

which ultimately

reduces the air


15.

Directive

2011/92/EU of

the European

Parliament and

of the Council

of 13 December

2011 and its

Amendment

2014/52/EU

Annex II of this directive provides the overall

framework of project, which required environmental

assessment according to article 4 (2). Provision of

Environmental Assessment has mentioned for

installation of hydroelectric energy production in 3(h)

of Annex II.

The criteria of Lender

in case of minimum

issues. (Required

Environmental

Assessment- ESMP

for category C

Projects)

16. ILO 169

The main objective of this convention is to secure the

rights of indigenous and tribal people along with the

gender equality and non-discrimination of workers

during work. The Article 1 on First Part of this

convention mainly focused on following points:

(a) the social, cultural and economic conditions of tribal

peoples in independent countries differentiate from

other parts of the national community and their status

is managed fully or partially by their own customs or

traditions or by special laws or regulations;

(b) peoples in independent countries who are regarded

as indigenous on account of their descent from the

populations which inhabited the country, or a

geographical region to which the country belongs, at

the time of conquest or colonization or the

establishment of present state boundaries and who,

irrespective of their legal status, retain some or all of

their own social, economic, cultural and political

institutions.

Self-identification as indigenous or tribal shall be

regarded as a fundamental criterion for determining

the groups to which the provisions of this Convention

apply.

The use of the term peoples in this Convention shall

not be construed as having any implications as

regards the rights, which may attach to the term under

international law.

Nepal is the part of

ILO convention that’s

why ILO 169 should

strictly followed

during construction

and implementation of

any types

17.

Environment

and Social

Management

Framework

ESMF is to guide DSUEP sub-projects in the area of

E&S management using appropriate instruments,

methodologies, procedure and responsibilities

during the project cycle. NEA and the project

partners shall apply during design and development

of the sub-projects in order to comply with the

Government of Nepal E&S regulations and the

Main guiding

document for E&S

study to identify

issues and

recommending

appropriate practical


respect to Project

Financiers’ standards on E&S assessment and

management, Involuntary Resettlement, Indigenous

People, Gender, etc.).

augmentation/

mitigation measures

18.

Environmental

and Social

Policy (ESP)

This policy speaks for the mandatory E&S

requirements for each Project like, screening, DDR,

E&S Assessment, ESMP, ESMF, Information

Disclosure, Consultation and Monitoring and

Evaluation.

Mandatory

requirement for

ESMP study




SIGNAL NOTICE

DANGER SIGNS

INSTRUCTION SIGNS



Vegetated Gabion Wall Vegetation Check Dam

Jute Netting Check Dam




Waste Types for Selling to Scrap Delears Major SWM Practices (Discard Open

Burning)

ANNEX 10: PHOTOGRAPH

South Facing Substation at Bibang, Thabang RM-1

Notice Pasting at Thabang Rural Municipality Office and Consultation with Owner of

Land at DL Route near Tapping Point

Stakeholders during Public Consultation Meeting at Thabang RM Office, Rolpa

Focus Group Discussion Meeting at Thabang RM Meeting Hall, Thabang, Rolpa