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“ THE LEELA HOTEL”

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT (EIA) REPORT FOR “THE LEELA HOTEL”

(ENHANCED BUILT-UP AREA) DIPLOMATIC ENCLAVE, AFRICA AVENUE,

CHANAKYAPURI, NEW DELHI

Submitted By:

M/s HOTEL LEELAVENTURE LTD.

CONSULTANT ASCENSO ENVIRO PVT. LTD Formerly known as Ascenso Management & Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd. D-79, Sector-6, Noida, Uttar Pradesh-201301 Ph. No. 0120-4333226/9958149985/ Email: [email protected] A QCI Accredited Environmental Organization QCI Accreditation No. QCI/NABET/ENV/ACO/17/0457

EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave,

Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-110023 by M/s Hotel Leelaventure Ltd.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

S. NO. CONTENTS PAGE

NO.

CHAPTER-1 INTRODUCTION 1-19

1.0 Introduction 1-2

1.1 Purpose of the Report 2

1.2 Identification of Project & Project Proponent 2

1.2.1 Identification of Project 2

1.2.2 Identification of Project Proponent 3

1.3 Brief description of nature, size, location of the project and its

importance to the country, region.

4

1.3.1 Site History 4

1.3.2 Nature of the Project 4

1.3.3 Size of the Project 4

1.3.4 Location of the Project 5-11

1.3.5 Importance of the Project to the Country and Region 12

1.4 Scope of the Study 12

1.4.1 Basic Data Generation ,Field Studies and Data Collection 12

1.4.2 Structure of the EIA 13-14

1.4.3 Applicable Environmental Regulations 14-19

CHAPTER-2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 20-57

2.0 Type of The Project 20

2.1 Need For The Project 20

2.2 Location of the project 21-22

2.2.1 Site Surrounding And Connectivity 23-27

2.3 Size Or Magnitude of the Project 28-29

2.4. Schedule For Approval And Implementation 30-31

2.5 Technology And Process Description 32

2.6 Project description 32

2.6.0 Construction status 32-33

2.6.1 Details of building block 33-34

2.6.2 Population detail 34

2.6.3 Water requirement, supply and distribution 35

2.6.3.1 Water conservation 35

2.6.3.2 Water requirement during Construction phase 35

2.6.3.3 Water requirement during Operation phase 35-37

2.6.3.4 Wastewater Generation 37-39

2.6.3.5 Waste Water Treatment Scheme 40

2.6.3.6 Sewage Treatment Plant i.e. Membrane Bioreactor 40

2.6.3.6.1 General 40

2.6.3.6.2 Sewage Collection & Disposal

40

2.6.3.6.3 Technology 40-46



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2.6.4 Rainwater Harvesting 46-47

2.6.5 Power Requirement 48

2.6.6 Road & Parking Details 48-49

2.6.7 Landscape development 49-52

2.6.8 Solid Waste Generation and Management 53

2.6.8.1 Construction Phase 53

2.6.8.2 Operational Phase 53-56

2.6.9 Fire Fighting System 56-57

2.6.10 Construction Material 57

2.6.11 Man Power Requirement 57

2.6.12 Cost of the project 57

2.7 Description of mitigation measures 57

2.8 Assessment of new & untested technology 57

CHAPTER-3 DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT 58-122

3.0 General 58

3.1 Study area, period, components & methodology 58

3.1.1 Study area 58

3.1.2 Study Period 58

3.1.3 Environmental Components & Methodology 58-61

3.2 Location and geographical Settings 62

3.2.1 Topography 62

3.2.2 Geology 62

3.2.3 Climate 63

3.2.4 Seismicity of the Area 63

3.2.5 Flood Hazard Zonation Map 64

3.2.6 Drainage 64-65

3.2.7 Hydrogeology 66

3.2.7.1 Depth of Ground Water Level 66

3.2.7.2 Water Level Trend 66-68

3.3 ESTABLISHMENT OF BASELINE 69

3.3.1 Land use pattern 69-71

3.3.2 Soil Environment 72

3.2.2.1 Soil type 72

3.3.2.2 Methodology for Soil Sampling 73

3.3.2.3 Soil Quality 73-75

3.3.2.4 Result & Conclusion 76

3.3.3 Water Environment 76

3.3.3.1 Water Quality 76

3.3.3.2 Ground Water Quality 76

3.3.3.3 Methodology for Water Sampling 76-80

3.3.3.4 Result and Conclusion 81



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3.3.4 Air Environment 82

3.3.4.1 Meteorological Data 82-83

3.3.4.2 Meteorological Data Generated at IMD Safdarjung Station

(Secondary)

83

3.3.4.3 Temperature 83

3.3.4.4 Relative Humidity 83-84

3.3.4.5 Rainfall 84-85

3.3.4.6 Wind Velocity 85

3.3.4.7 Wind Direction 86-87

3.3.4.8 Ambient Air Quality 88

3.3.4.9 Methodology adopted for Air Quality monitoring 88

3.3.4.10 Details of the sampling locations 88-90

3.3.4.11 Presentation of Primary Data 90-91

3.3.4.12 Monitoring Results 91-99

3.3.5 Noise Environment 99-100

3.3.5.1 Methodology for Noise Analysis 100

3.3.5.2 Details of Sampling Locations 100-102

3.3.5.3 Results & Conclusion 102

3.3.6 STP Water Monitoring 103-104

3.3.6.1 Results & Conclusion 104

3.3.7 ETP Water Monitoring 105-106

3.3.7.1 Result and Conclusion 106

3.3.8 Diesel Generator Set-1 Noise Monitoring 107

3.3.8.1 Diesel Generator Set-1 Stack Monitoring 107

3.3.8.2 Diesel Generator Set-2 Noise Monitoring 108

3.3.8.3 Diesel Generator Set-2 Stack Monitoring 118

3.3.9 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT 108-109

3.3.9.1 Methodology 109-110

3.3.9.2 Findings of the study 110-111

3.3.9.3 Social Infrastructure Available 112-114

3.3.9.4 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) 115

3.3.10 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT 115

3.3.10.1 Introduction 115

3.3.10.2 Methodology 116

3.3.10.3 Materials required 116

3.3.10.4 Data Collection 116-117

3.3.10.5 Faunal survey

117-118

3.3.10.6 Quantitative assessment 118

3.3.10.7 Baseline Status

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CHAPTER-4 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND

MITIGATION MEASURES

4.0 Introduction 123

4.1 Anticipated environmental impacts 123

4.1.1 Methodology for Qualitatively Assessment of Environmental

Impacts

123-124

4.2 Potential impacts & mitigation measures due to project location 124

4.3 Potential impacts & mitigation measures due to project

design/concept

124

4.4 Potential impacts & mitigation measures during construction phase 125

4.4.1 Land Use & Soil 125

4.4.2 Water Quality 125

4.4.2.1 Surface water 125

4.4.2.2 Ground Water 126

4.4.3 Solid and Hazardous Waste 126

4.4.4 Ambient Air Quality 126-127

4.4.5 Ambient noise 127

4.4.6 Biological Environment 127

4.4.7 Socio-Economic Environment 127

4.5 Potential impacts and mitigation measures during operation phase 127

4.5.1 Land use and soil 128

4.5.2 Water quality 128

4.5.2.1 Ground water 128

4.5.2.2 Surface water 128-129

4.5.3 Solid and hazardous waste 129

4.5.4 Ambient air quality 129-130

4.5.5 Ambient noise 130

4.5.6 Biological environment 130

4.5.7 Socio-economic Environment 130-131

4.5 Impact & mitigation measures due to possible accidents 131

CHAPTER-5 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATE (TECHNOLOGY AND

SITE)

132-139


5.1 Analysis Of Alternatives for site selection 132

5.2 Building materials 133

5.2.1 Transportation 133

5.2.2 Use of Recycled Material 133

5.2.3 Walls 133

5.3 ENERGY EFFICIENCY & RENEWABLE ENERGY 133

5.3.1 Electrical and renewal energy system 133-135

5.3.2 Energy saving by replacement of PNG cooking by induction 136-139

5.4 Transportation 139



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CHAPTER-6 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM 140-


6.1 Environmental aspects is being monitored 140

6.1.1 General 140

6.1.2 Drainage system 140

6.1.3 Solid/Hazardous Waste Generation & Utilization 141

6.1.4 Green Belt Development 141

6.1.5 Occupational Health & Safety 141

6.1.6 Emissions and Air Quality 141-142

6.1.7 Water quality 142-143

6.1.8 Noise Pollution 143

6.2 Environmental monitoring and document construction plan 143

6.2.1 Environmental monitoring program during construction period 143

6.2.2 Post-project environmental monitoring program 143-144

6.2.3 Environmental documentation 144-145

6.2.4 Reporting Schedule 145

6.3 Emergency procedures 145

6.4 Budgetary provisions for environmental protection measures 146

CHAPTER-7 ADDITIONAL STUDIES 147-156

7.0 General 147

7.1 Disaster management plan 147

7.2 Public Consultation 148

7.3 Risk Assessment 148

7.3.1 Emergency response plan 148-150

7.3.2 Fire hazard/fire fighting system 150-151

7.3.2.1 Hydrant system 150-151

7.3.2.2 Automatic sprinkler system 151

7.3.2.3 Smoke detectors/MCP/Heat detectors 151-152

7.3.2.4 Fire extinguishers 152

7.2.2.5 Machinery/ components installed for fire fighting 153

7.2.3 Response for LPG Leakage 153

7.2.4 Response in case of fire 154

7.2.5 Instructions for guests/visitors 154

7.2.6 Earthquakes 155

7.2.6.1 Responses procedures for staff and visitors 155

7.2.6.2 After earthquake 155

7.2.6.3 Help injured or trapped person 155

7.2.6.4 Damage control 155

7.2.6.5 Damage assessment /reporting 155

7.2.6.6 Response procedure for emergency team 155-156

7.3 Social impact assessment, R&R action plan 156



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CHAPTER-8 PROJECT BENEFITS 157-159

8.0 General 157

8.1 Improvement in physical infrastructure 157-158

8.2 Improvement in social infrastructure 158

8.3 Employment potential 158

8.4 Other tangible benefits 158-159

CHAPTER-9 ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS 160


CHAPTER-10 DAMAGE ASSESSMENT REPORT AND

REMEDIATION PLAN

161-167

10.1 Project location 161

10.2 Chronological activity 161-162

10.3 Damage assessment report 163-164

10.4 Remediation plan and natural & community augmentation 164-167

CHAPTER-11 SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION 168-179


11.1 Summary of the project 168-169

11.2 Need of the project 169-170

11.3 EIA Study 170

11.4 Project Profile 170

11.5 Biological Environment 170-175

11.6 Employment Potential 175

11.7 Raw Material Consumption 175

11.8 Impact Assessment 175-178

CHAPTER-12 DISCLOSURE OF THE CONSULTANT ENGAGED 179-184

LIST OF TABLES

S. No. TABLE NAME PAGE No.

CHAPTER-1

Table 1.1 Salient features of the project 4

Table 1.2 Coordinate of the Project Boundary 5

Table 1.3 Terms of Reference 16-19

CHAPTER-2

Table 2.1 Site surrounding and connectivity details 23-24

Table 2.2 Detailed Area Statement 28-29

Table 2.3 Details of Earlier Approvals 30-31

Table 2.4 Floor wise details of building constructed 33

Table 2.5 Details of Building Blocks 34



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Table 2.6 Calculation of Population 34

Table 2.7 Calculation of Population 34

Table 2.8 Comparative Details of Water requirement 36

Table 2.9 Details of Water Requirement 37

Table 2.10 Waste Water Generation 38

Table 2.11 Parameters Estimated for Designing STP 46

Table 2.12 Details of Rain Water Harvesting Tanks 47

Table 2.13 Parking Details 48-49

Table 2.14 Comparative Status of Parking as per Approved EC &

Expansion Part

49

Table 2.15 Calculation of Green Area 49-50

Table 2.16 List of plants inside the office 50

Table 2.17

List of Trees planted outside the Premises 50-51

Table 2.18 Types of Solid Waste in Hotel 52-54

Table 2.19 Solid Waste Generation Details 54

Table 2.20 Comparative Solid waste generation details 54

Chapter-3

Table-3.1 Environmental Attributes & Frequency of Monitoring 60-61

Table-3.2 Satellite Data covering the Study Area 69

Table-3.3 Soil Sampling Location 73

Table-3.4 Properties of Soil Quality 75

Table-3.5 Description of Ground Water Sampling Locations 77

Table-3.6 Results of Ground Water Monitoring 79-80

Table-3.7 Result of ground water 79-8-

Table-3.8(a) Averaged Maximum and Minimum Temperature 83

Table-3.8(b) Minimum and Maximum Relative Humidity at 0830 Hrs. IST

(%)

84

Table-3.8(c) Minimum and Maximum Relative Humidity at 1730 Hrs. IST

(%)

84

Table-3.8(d) Monthly Total of Rainfall (inches) 84-85

Table-3.8(e) Monthly Averaged Wind Speed at 0830 hrs. 85

Table-3.8(f) Monthly Averaged Wind Speed at 1730 hrs. 85

Table-3.8(g) Predominant Wind Direction of study period for 10 Years 86

Table-3.9 Description of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations 88

Table-3.10 Methodology for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring 90

Table-3.11 Ambient Air Quality Standards-MoEF&CC 91

Table-3.12 Monitoring results 92

Table-3.12(a) Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Project Site

(AAQ 1)

92

Table-3.12(b) Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Chanakyapuri

(AAQ 2)

92

Table-3.12(c) Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Near Safdarjung

Airport (AAQ 3)

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Table-3.12(d) Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Sarojini Nagar

(AAQ 4)

93

Table-3.12(e) Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Ranji Nagar

(AAQ 5)

94

Table-3.13 Summary of PM2.5 Levels Monitored 95

Table-3.14 Summary of PM10 Levels Monitored 95

Table-3.15 Summary of SO2 Levels Monitored 96

Table-3.16 Summary of NO2 Levels Monitored 97

Table-3.17 Summary of CO Levels Monitored 98

Table-3.18 Ambient Noise Quality Standards 100

Table-3.19 Ambient Noise Monitoring Locations 100

Table-3.20 Results of Noise Quality Monitoring 102

Table-3.21 Schedule for STP water sample collection 103

Table-3.22 Result of STP Inlet water sample collection at project site 103

Table-3.23 Result of STP Outlet water sample collection near project site 104

Table-3.24 Schedule for ETP water sample collection 105

Table-3.25 Result of ETP Inlet water sample collection at project site 106

Table-3.26 Result of ETP Outlet water sample collection near project site 106

Table-3.27 D.G. noise monitoring results 107

Table-3.28 D.G. Stack Monitoring Result 107

Table-3.29 D.G. noise monitoring results 108

Table-3.30 D.G. Stack Monitoring Result 108

Table-3.31 Male & Female in the study area 110

Table-3.32 Literate & Illiterate in the study area 111

Table-3.33 Site Surroundings and Connectivity Details 112-113

Table-3.34 Socio-Economic Details 114

Table-3.35 CSR Details 115

Table-3.36 List of Important Flora found in the study Area 119-120

Table-3.37 List of plants inside the Hotel 122

Table-3.38 List of Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals found in the

Study Area

130

Chapter-4

Table-4.1 Salient Features of the Diesel Generator Sets 129-130

CHAPTER-5

Table-5.1 Cooking replacement of PNG by Induction Cooking 150

CHAPTER-6

Table-6.1 Monitoring Program for the Current Project 143-144

Table-6.2 Environmental documentation for the current project 144-145

Table-6.3 Reporting System for Environmental Monitoring 145

Table-6.4 Environmental Management cost 146

CHAPTER-7

Table-7.1 List of Sprinkler Type Wise 151

Table-7.2 List of Smoke Detectors 152



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Table-7.3 List of Fire Extinguishers 152

CHAPTER-10

Table-10.1 Chronological Activity 161-162

Table-10.2 Environmental Management Cost 166-167

CHAPTER-11

Table-11.1 Summary of the Project 168

Table-11.2 Existing Infrastructure, Connectivity & Site Surroundings 168-169

Table-11.3 List of Important Flora found in the study Area 173-174

Table-11.4 List of Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals 174-175

LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE No. FIGURE NAME PAGE

No.

CHAPTER-1

Figure-1.1 Location Map of Project Site 5

Figure-1.2 Site photographs 6

CHAPTER-2

Figure-2.1 Google Map of 500 m. radius showing surrounding of the

project site

16

Figure-2.2 Topographic Map of 10 km radius showing surrounding of

the project site

17

Figure-2.3 Waste composition in Paradeep 19

Figure-2.4 Process of Municipal Solid Waste Management Facility 22

Figure-2.5 Working of a Typical OWC 29

Figure-2.6 Organic Waste Converter 30

Figure-2.7 Process Flow Diagram Of OWC 31

CHAPTER-3

Figure-3.1 Seismic Zone of Odisha 40

Figure-3.2 Soil Quality Monitoring Location Map 41

Figure-3.3 Photographs showing Soil Quality Monitoring- Collection

of Soil Sample

42

Figure-3.4 Flowchart showing methodology for LULC Mapping 45

Figure-3.5 Chart showing the distribution of land use/ land cover in the

study area.

46

Figure-3.6 Land Use/Land Cover Map 47



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Figure-3.7 Drainage map of the Study area 48

Figure- 3.8 Surface Water Quality Monitoring Locations 50

Figure-3.9 Photographs showing Surface Water Monitoring – Sampling

of water

51

Figure-3.10 Hydrogeological Map of Jagatsinghpur, Orissa 55

Figure-3.11 Pre monsoon Depth to water level map of Jagatsinghpur,

Orissa.

56

Figure-3.12 Post monsoon Depth to water level map of Jagatsinghpur,

Orissa.

57

Figure-3.13 Ground Water Quality Monitoring Locations 61

Figure-3.14 Ground Water Quality Monitoring - Sampling Locations

photographs

62

Figure-3.15 Ambient Noise Quality Monitoring Locations Map 65

Figure-3.16 Noise Monitoring Locations photographs 66

Figure-3.17 Locations of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring 70

Figure-3.18 Photographs showing Locations of Ambient Air Quality

Monitoring

71

Figure-3.19(a) Summary of PM2.5 Levels October’ 2017 87

Figure-3.19(b) Summary of PM2.5 Levels November’ 2017 88

Figure-3.19(c) Summary of PM2.5 Levels December’ 2017 89

Figure-3.20(a) Summary of PM10 Levels October’2017 90

Figure-3.20(b) Summary of PM10 Levels November’ 2017 91

Figure-3.20(c) Summary of PM10 Levels December’ 2017 92

Figure-3.21(a) Summary of SO2 Levels Monitored during October’2017 93

Figure-3.21(b) Summary of SO2 Levels November’ 2017 94

Figure-3.21(c) Summary of SO2 Levels December’ 2017 95

Figure-3.22(a) Summary of NO2 Levels Monitored during October’ 2017 96

Figure-3.22(b) Summary of NO2 Levels Monitored during November’2017 97

Figure-3.22(c) Summary of NO2 Levels Monitored during December’2017 98

Figure-3.23(a) Summary of CO Levels Monitored during October’ 2017 99

Figure-3.23(b) Summary of CO Levels Monitored during November’ 2017 100

Figure-3.23(c) Summary of CO Levels Monitored during December’ 2017 101

CHAPTER-6

Figure-6.1 Organizational set-up for Environmental Monitoring Plan 155



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LIST OF ANNEXURES

Annexure No. Description

Annexure- I Copy of Land Documents

Annexure- II Copy of EC Letter

Annexure- III Copy of Receiving of Submission of Latest Compliance Report for

December 2018

Annexure- IV Copy of Certified EC Compliance Report

Annexure- V Copy of CTE Certificate

Annexure- VI Copy of Completion Certificate

Annexure- VII Copies of CTO Letter and its Renewal

Annexure- VIII Renewal of CTO

Annexure- IX Copy of IGBC Certificate

Annexure- X Copy of Fire NOC

Annexure- XI Copy of ECBC Compliance

Annexure- XII Copy of TOR

Annexure- XIII Approved site layout plan (drawing no. A1-01) of the project

Annexure- XIV Approved section plan

Annexure- XV Approved elevation plan

Annexure- XVI Building section plan

Annexure- XVII Letter of water Connection from NDMC

Annexure- XVII(a) Letter of Power Connection from NDMC

Annexure- XVIII Operation and Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP)

Annexure- XIX Photograph Document

Annexure- XX RWH system Design by DJB

Annexure- XXI Adequacy certificate from Delhi Jal Board

Annexure- XXII Approved Basement Parking Plan

Annexure- XXIII Copy of permission for felling of trees

Annexure- XXIV Details of Fire Hydrant System

Annexure- XXV Copy of Purchase Order of LEDs

Annexure- XXVI Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER) Details

Annexure- XXVII Purchase order of Organic Waste converter

Annexure- XXVIII Purchase order for solar lighting

Annexure-XXIX Manifest Copy of Hazardous Waste

Annexure-XXX Manifest copy For disposal of Solid Waste

Annexure-XXX(a) Manifest copy For disposal of E-Waste

Annexure-XXXI Log book for Collection and Disposal of Solid Waste

Annexure-XXXII Emergency Response Procedure

Annexure-XXXIII Memorandum of understanding between NDMC and the Leela

Hotel For Greenbelt Development

Annexure-XXXIV Installation & Commissioning Report of SPM Analyzer

Annexure-XXXV Copy of Receiving of Form-V

Annexure-XXXVI Certificate from Chief Wildlife Warden

Annexure-XXXVII Traffic Assessment Study

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CHAPTER-1: INTRODUCTION

1.0 INTRODUCTION

The present report is an EIA/EMP report for Enhanced Built-up area of “The Leela Hotel”

located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri, New Delhi-110023

developed by M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. The report is prepared as per the procedure specified in

14th

September 2006 Notification and its subsequent amendments of Ministry of Environment,

Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India.

M/s Hotel Leelaventure Ltd. has been allotted the land vide allotment cum conveyance Deed

Registration no. 3682 dated 04.04.2008. The copy of Land Documents is attached as

Annexure-I.

The project had been granted Environmental Clearance for total built-up area of 39,194.98 m2

by Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India vide letter no. 21-1211/2007-IA.III

dated 13.06.2008. The copy of EC Letter is attached as Annexure-II.

Regular compliance report of the EC is being submitted. The copy of receiving of submission of

latest compliance report for December 2018 is attached as Annexure-III.

Letter submitted to MoEF&CC RO to conduct a site visit and issue certified EC compliance

report and latest request letter for Certified EC compliance has been enclosed as Annexure-IV.

The project had been granted Consent to Establish (CTE) by Delhi Pollution Control Committee

(DPCC) vide Certificate No. O-008162 dated 31.03.2009. The copy of CTE certificate is

attached as Annexure-V.

The construction works had been completed on 24/12/2010 and completion certificate had been

issued by New Delhi Municipal Council vide letter CA/BP/Leela Palace Hotel/D-2591-95 dated

24/12/2010. The copy of completion certificate is attached as Annexure-VI.

The project is currently in operational phase. The project has been granted Consent to Operate

(CTO) by Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) vide Certificate No. O-014412 dated

13.12.2010. The CTO was renewed vide Certificate No. O-021814 dated 31.01.2014. The

copies of CTO Letter and its renewal are attached as Annexure-VII. The application submitted

to DPCC for renewal of CTO enclosed as Annexure-VIII.

The Leela Palace Hotel has also been granted Platinum Rating in Indian Green Building Rating

System by Indian Green Building Council. The copy of certificate is attached as Annexure-IX.

The Project is designated under Category “B” and falls under Item 8(a) (Building &

Construction) of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification of September 14,

2006. The EIA report has been prepared based on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)




Notification of September 14, 2006 and its amendments and Notification for violation vide

notification no. S.O.804(E) Dated 14/03/2017 and its amendments.

1.1 PURPOSE OF REPORT

In pursuance of Government of India policy vide Environmental Protection Act (EPA), 1986

Expansion and modernization of existing projects necessitates statutory prior environmental

clearance in accordance with the objectives of National Environmental Policy (NEP) as

approved by the Union Cabinet on 18th May, 2006 and MoEF&CC Environmental Impact

Assessment (EIA) Notification dated 14th

September 2006, by preparing Environmental Impact

Assessment (EIA) report.

As per the EIA Notification dated 14th

September 2006, the project falls under „Category B’ of

Schedule 8(a) and requires Environmental Clearance (EC) to be obtained from SEIAA-Delhi

but the project is for approval of Enhance built-up area the hence the application is submitted to

MOEF&CC under violation vide notification no. S.O.804(E) Dated 14/03/2017 and its

amendments.

The purpose of EIA is to assess the adverse impacts of on the existing environmental

parameters, and suitable control measures has been taken to reduce impacts. Thus, the EIA

report is a summarized presentation of base line information of Air, Water, Soil, Noise, Flora,

Fauna, Socio-economic study and the prevailing environmental scenario of the project activity.

The objective of the EIA study report is to take stock of the prevailing quality of environment,

to assess the impacts of Enhanced Built-up Area i.e 62,985.83m2. of activity on surrounding

environment and to plan appropriate environmental control measures to minimize adverse

impacts and to maximise beneficial impacts of this project. The following major objectives have

been considered:

Assess the impacts due to this project.

Pollution control and ameliorative measures adopted to minimise the impacts.

Implementation of monitoring programme to assess the efficiency of the various adopted

environmental control measures.

Assessment of ecological damage with respect to air, water, land, Noise, SE,

Biodiversity and other environmental attributes.

Preparation of EMP with remediation plan and natural and community resource

augmentation plan corresponding to the ecological damage assessed and economic

benefits derived due to violation.

1.2 IDENTIFICATION OF PROJECT AND PROJECT PROPONENT

1.2.1 Identification of Project

“The Leela Hotel” is located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri,

New Delhi-110023 developed by M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. on the total plot area of 12,140 m2.

The total enhanced built up area is 62,985.83m2. The development is being done in accordance

with Delhi Building Bye Laws, 1983.




The Project has received the Environmental Clearance from MoEF for permissible FAR of 1.5

From Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, copy of Environment Clearance

enclosed as Annexure-II.

Further notification from Ministry of Urban Development dated 12/08/2008 for increase in FAR

was published and FAR was revised to 2.25 as per 2.25 the application was submitted to NDMC

with revised building plan on 19/02/2009 & received approval on 16/11/200 for enhanced FAR.

DDA in 2008 increased the Floor Space Index (FSI) from 1.5 to 2.25 to help add more rooms in

anticipation of the rush of tourists in 2010 events OF Commonwealth Games, to accommodate

them and consider the requirement the Hotel was constructed for total built-up area of 62,985.83

m2

as per increased FSI of 2.25. The construction works was completed in year 2010 and

completion certificate issued by New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on 24/12/2010, copy

of the same enclosed as Annexure-VI.

1.2.2 Identification of Project Proponent

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, is an Indian Luxury Hotel Chain, founded by

Late Capt. CP Krishnan Nair in 1986.

Late Capt. CP Krishnan Nair is recipient of the Padma Bhushan, given by Government

of India.

Late Capt. CP Krishnan Nair was a dedicated environmentalist and received a major

award from the United Nations Environment programme that was presented by the

Emperor of Japan in Tokyo.

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has grown to comprise a world-class collection of

nine award-winning luxury hotels spread across key destinations in India.

The Group is committed to minimize the impact of its operations, on the environment.

The Company maintains large gardens in and around all its properties. The Company

has made substantial investments for improving energy efficiencies, and fresh and waste

water management in its hotel properties. The Company‟s hotels in New Delhi and

Chennai have been conferred Platinum LEED Certification.

The Ecological consciousness of the Hotel group goes beyond simple aesthetics it uses

biodegradable detergents in its properties, avoids plastic and exercises strict controls on

the usage of electricity, water, heating and lighting.

Each of the properties is mandated to implement state-of-the-art waste management

practices with the emphasis on conserving all possible natural resources and complying

with every applicable legislative and regulatory strictures and procedures. It also

imparts training and education to various stakeholders, including employees,

suppliers, vendors, and customers.

The Group (Mumbai Hotel) landscaped wide swathes of urban property with over 6000

Coconut Palms and thousands of trees to beautify and cleanse the air. Even before

the Sahar Elevated Access Road to the International Terminus (T2) was built from the

Western Express Highway, the Group took it upon themselves to clear-up and transform

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the uneven access roads to the airport with dense organically grown foliage trees,

thereby easing the commute of thousands that accessed the International Airport.

Project Proponent

M/s. Leelaventure Ltd.

Mr. K. M. Bansal

The Leela Palace New Delhi, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri

E-mail: [email protected]

1.3 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE NATURE, SIZE, LOCATION OF THE PROJECT

& ITS IMPORTANCE TO THE COUNTRY, REGION

1.3.1 Site History

The project site lies in the Commercial land use category of the project area. M/s Hotel

Leelaventure Ltd. was allotted the land vide allotment cum conveyance Deed Registration no.

3682 dated 04.04.2008.

1.3.2 Nature of the Project

The Project is for Enhanced Built-up area of “The Leela Hotel”. As per EIA Notification‟2006

and its amendments, the project is Building and Construction project comes under schedule 8(a)

having total built up area 62,985.83 m2. The project falls under Category “B” and earlier

submitted to SEIAA Delhi, It was instructed by SEIAA, Delhi to submit application on

MoEF&CC for Environment Clearance as per notification of violation dated 14/03/2018.

1.3.3 Size of the Project

The Total Plot area of the Project is 12,140 sq.m & total built up area (Enhanced) including

total FAR & Non-FAR of the project is 62,985.83 m2. The built-up area as per existing

approved EC was 39,194.98 m2. The salient features of the project are provided in Table 1.1.

Table 1.1: Salient features of the project

Details Existing as per Approved

EC

Expansion Total

Name and

Location of the

Project

The Leela Hotel at

Diplomatic Enclave, Africa

Avenue, Netaji Nagar,

Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-

110023

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Developer of the

project

M/s Hotel Leelaventure

Ltd.

-- --

Project Cost 670 Cr.

Total Plot Area 12,140 Sq.m. No Change 12,140 Sq.m.

Built-up Area 40,682.61 Sq.m. 22,303.22 Sq.m. 62,985.83 Sq.m.

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Details Existing as per Approved

EC

Expansion Total

Total Water

Consumption

408 KLD 100 KLD 508 KLD

Total Freshwater

Requirement

219 KLD 22 KLD 241 KLD

Power

Requirement

2228 KW 544 KW 2772 KW

Power Backup 3 DG sets

• 2 x 2030 KVA

• 2375 KVA (Dual Fired –PNG & HSD)

Boiler 6 Nos.

3x 6 lakh K cal /hr

3x 600 Kg/ hr

Both Boilers are PNG fired.

Total Parking

provided

648 ECS 170 ECS 818 ECS

Solid waste

Generated

630 kg/day 134.5 kg/day 764.5 kg/day

No. of RWH Pits 1 no. 2 Nos. 3 Nos.

1.3.4 Location of the Project

The project site is located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-

110023. The project site lies in the Commercial land use category of the project area. The site is

surrounded by the Government Staff Quarters on the South side, Africa Avenue Road on the East

side, railway track on the North side, and vacant NBCC plot on the West side. The adjacent road

on the West side of the plot links the Africa Avenue Road with Safdarjung Railway Station. The

coordinates of the project boundary along with the center of the project site is given below in the

Table-1.2.

Table-1.2: Coordinates of the Project Boundary

Latitude Longitude

Centre of the Plot 28°34'48.16"N 77°11'21.16"E

Corner-I 28°34'50.16"N 77°11'21.27"E

Corner-II 28°34'48.93"N 77°11'18.86"E

Corner-III 28°34'47.10"N 77°11'19.30"E

Corner-IV 28°34'46.63"N 77°11'20.08"E

Corner-V 28°34'46.61"N 77°11'22.40"E

Corner-VI 28°34'46.93"N 77°11'22.90"E

Corner-VII 28°34'49.53"N 77°11'23.74"E

Source: Google Map and Survey of India Toposheet

The location map is shown in Figure-1.1. The location of the hotel project with the coordinates

of the corners are given in Table-1.2 and site photographs are given in Figure-1.2 below:




Latitude Longitude

Centre 28°34'48.16"N 77°11’21.07"E

Corner-1 28°34'46.73"N 77°11'22.12"E

Corner-2 28°34'46.62"N 77°11'20.70"E

Corner-3 28°34'47.12"N 77°11'19.52"E

Corner-4 28°34'48.84"N 77°11'19.00"E

Corner-5 28°34'49.93"N 77°11'21.40"E

Corner-6 28°34'49.22"N 77°11'23.71"E

Corner-7 28°34'47.56"N 77°11'23.27"E

Figure-1.1: Location Map of Project Site




SIDE VIEW

FRONT VIEW

PORCH

MAIN GATE

SIDE VIEW

Figure-1.2: Site Photographs of Project Site




1.3.5 Importance of the Project to the Country & Region

The development of infrastructure projects plays a key role in the economic growth of any country.

One of the fastest growing sectors of the economy now is the hotel industry. The hotel industry in

India has witnessed a tremendous boom in recent years, it is inextricably linked to the tourism

industry and the growth in Indian tourism has blossomed in to the growth of the Indian hotel

industry. The hotel industry is diverse enough for people to work in different areas of interest and

still be employed within the hotel. Historically viewed as an industry providing a luxury service

valuable to the economy only as a foreign exchange earner, the industry today contributes directly

to employment (directly employing around 0.15 million people), and indirectly facilitates tourism

and commerce.

Tourism in India accounts for 7.5% of the GDP and is the 3rd

largest foreign exchange earner for the

country, with concerned efforts made by the Ministry of Tourism to promote India‟s incredible

beauty and heritage abroad. The no. of tourists arriving in India went up by 15.67% and the receipts

for tourism increased by 20.8%, with the government planning to showcase the country as a

spiritual and wellness destination, India is poised to emerge as an important destination in the space.

Furthermore, the expansion of the E-visa scheme to more countries is also expected to increase the

tourist flow. In addition, there is a steady growth and a higher movement in meetings, incentives,

conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) business.

1.4 SCOPE OF THE STUDY

M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. has submitted the application (Form 1 and Conceptual Plan & Standard

ToR) for the approval of Terms of Reference to MoEF&CC on 31/07/2017. The Project was

considered in 15th

Expert Appraisal Committee meeting for violation; Agenda dated: 27/11/2018.

As per discussion had during the Presentation; the committee permitted for baseline data collection

from 29th

November to 22nd

December 2018 (One Month baseline data collection).

The EIA report has been prepared as per ToR has been received vide file no. 23-96/2018-IA-III (V)

dated 27th

December, 2018 & the compliance status to the ToR is provided in the Table-1.3 below.

The EIA report is based on environmental data collected from study area (10 Km radius) including

project site during the period from 29th

November to 22nd

December 2018 (One Month baseline

data collection) and information from secondary sources.

1.4.1 Basic Data Generation, Field Studies and Secondary Data Collection

This report has been prepared on the basis of one month baseline data collection (Post-Monsoon);

environmental data monitored during 29th

November to 22nd

December 2018 by NABL Approved

Laboratory. The data includes ambient air quality, ambient noise, water quality & Soil quality.

Site survey has been conducted for studying the flora and fauna, socio-economic conditions

including, land use, hydrology, & noise etc.




Secondary Data Collection:

Secondary information is also collected from different departments is mentioned below, both under

State and Central Governments pertaining to above. The collected data have been analysed in detail

for identifying, predicting and evaluating the environmental impacts of the project. The maximum

anticipated impacts on environment are assessed and suitable environmental management plan has

been suggested.

Sources of Secondary data Collection:

Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) Report, New Delhi District 2013

Ground water Year Booklet (GWYB), New Delhi District 2015-16

Ground Water Monitoring Report of New Delhi, 2017

Data from Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Station, (Safdarjung)

Indian Census Report, 2011

Google Earth

Vulnerability Atlas of India

GW monitoring Report-Premonsoon, 2017

CSE Report 2018

Survey of India Toposheet

1.4.2 Structure of the EIA

This report contains information on the existing environment and evaluates the predicted

environmental and socio-economic impacts of the project. A detailed coverage of background

environmental quality, pollution sources, anticipated environmental impacts (including socio-

economic impacts) and mitigation measures, environmental monitoring programme, additional

studies, project benefits, environmental monitoring plan and all related aspects have been covered

in this report.

The report including this Introduction chapter contains:

Chapter 2 - Project Description

This chapter contains detailed description of the project, such as the type of the project, need of the

project, project location, land availability, utilities and infrastructure facilities such as roads and

other requirement.

Chapter 3 - Description of the Environment

This chapter discusses the environmental setting of the project based on primary and secondary data

collection. Assessment of the existing environment with regard to its capacity to receive the new

development is also given in this chapter.

Chapter 4 - Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures

Anticipated positive and negative impacts as a result of the construction and operation of the project

are covered as a part of this section. The section attempts to forecast the future environmental

conditions of the project area that might be expected to occur as a result of the construction and

operation of the project.




Chapter 5 - Analysis of Alternatives (Technology and site)

Analysis of Alternative Technology and site is not applicable to this project as construction of this

is already completed on 2010, However the alternate technology adopted in the project site is

mentioned.

Chapter 6 - Environmental Monitoring Program

This chapter includes the details of the monitoring scheme in operational phase and also includes

the details of the post monitoring scheme. This chapter also gives technical aspects of monitoring

for evaluation of the environmental status of the region against the project and the effectiveness of

mitigation measures.

Chapter 7 - Additional Studies

This chapter covers the details of the additional studies required, which are necessary for specific

issues applicable to the hotel project for the purpose of better understanding of the environmental

impacts of the project.

Chapter 8 - Project Benefits

This chapter covers the benefits accruing common wealth games, locality and neighborhood. It also

brings out details of benefits by way of improvement in the physical infrastructure, social

infrastructure, employment potential and other tangible benefits.

Chapter 9 - Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis

Not Applicable

Chapter 10 - Environmental Management Plan comprising remediation plan and natural and

community resource augmentation plan and Damage Assessment Report

This chapter comprehensively presents the Environment Management Plan (EMP), comprising

remediation plan and natural and community resource augmentation plan corresponding to the

ecological damage assessed and economic benefits derived due to violation. Assessment of

ecological damage with respect to air, water, land and other environmental attributes.

Chapter 11 - Summary & Conclusion

The overall justification for implementation of the project and explain how the adverse effects have

been mitigated.

Chapter-12 Disclosure of Consultants engaged

This chapter includes the name of the Experts engaged with their brief resume and the names of the

technical team involved in the report preparation and nature of consultancy rendered.

1.4.3 Applicable Environmental Regulations

With respect to prevention and control of environmental pollution, the following Acts and Rules of

Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change; Government of India govern the project:




The Environment (Protection) Act (EPA), 1986 as amended in 1991 and the rules

thereunder

Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 as amended in 1988.

Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 as amended in 1987

Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 and its amendments

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 amended in 1991 and Environment (Protection) rules,

1986 and amended.

The Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Act 2006.

The Hazardous Wastes (Management, Handling and Transboundary Movement) Rules,

2016

Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016

Batteries (Management and Handling) Rules, 2001.

Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules, 2016.

E-waste (Management) Rules, 2011 & Amendment Rules, 2018.

Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016

The Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 and as amended.

Environmental Impact Assessment Notification dated 14th September 2006 and its

amendments along with the rules thereunder

Notification for violation vide notification no. S.O.804(E) Dated 14/03/2017 and

amendments (for violation cases)

Energy Conservation Act 2001 and its amendments

Building and other construction Act and its amendments

Norms & Code Applicable to the Project:

Fire Fighting and High-rise building Norms:

As our building is more than 15 m height- All necessary fire-fighting equipment has been placed

before the occupancy of the building.

Mandatory Mock-up drills- Regular and periodic mock-up drills are being undertaken by the

Fire Department at least once in a year. (last mock drill)

NOC from the Fire Department- NOC has been obtained enclosed as Annexure-X.

Applicable guidelines of Fire Department National/State Disaster Management Authority are being

strictly followed. by the developer and occupiers/Cooperative Societies.

Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC Codes) 2007 & amended in 2017:

Compliance to the ECBC 2017 enclosed as Annexure-XI.

1.4.5 Approved Terms of Reference (ToR) for EIA Study for Violation Project




The procedure applicable for category „B‟ under violation notification project has been followed

during filling up of Form- 1 covering the brief description about project, Conceptual Plan and draft

ToR for EIA studies and submitted to MoEF&CC website for approval of ToR.

In the first stage, scoping, the application with Form-1, Pre-feasibility report (PFR) and draft ToR

was duly scrutinized in 15th

EAC held meeting on 27th

November, 2018 by the EAC (for the

proposal involving violation) constituted by MoEF&CC. The committee has agreed for baseline

data collection for the Baseline monitoring period 29th

November to 22nd

December 2018 for

preparation of EIA report. The ToR has been received vide file no. 23-96/2018-IA-III (V) dated 27th

December, 2018 for preparation of EIA/EMP report for total Built-up area of 62,985.83 Sq.m.

enclosed as Annexure-XII. The Compliance of the Terms of Reference (ToR) is given in

Table 1.3

Table-1.3: Compliance of the Terms of Reference (ToR) Terms of Reference (ToR)

vide File No. 23-96/2018-IA-III (V) dated 27th December, 2018

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No.

Conditions Compliance

1. The State Government/SPCB to take

action against the project proponent

under the provisions of section 19 of the

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, and

further no consent to operate or

occupancy certificate to be issued till the

project is granted EC

Compliant Case 13376/2018 was filed by

State Pollution Control Board in the court

of Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Central,

THC, New Delhi Still pending for disposal.

2. Assessment of ecological damage with

respect to air, water, land and other

environmental attributes. The collection

and analysis of data shall be done by an

environmental laboratory duly notified

under the Environment (Protection) Act,

1986, or an environmental laboratory

accredited by NABL, or a laboratory of

a Council of Scientific and Industrial

Research (CSIR) institution working in

the field of environment.

Details of assessment of ecological damage

is presented in chapter-10 of EIA Report.

3. Preparation of EMP comprising

remediation plan and natural and

community resource augmentation plan

corresponding to the ecological damage

assessed and economic benefits derived

due to violation.

Details presented in chapter-10 of EIA

Report

4. The remediation plan and the natural

and community resource augmentation

plan to be prepared as an independent

chapter in the EIA report by the

accredited consultants.

Details presented in chapter-10 of EIA

Report

5. The project proponent shall be required

to submit a bank guarantee equivalent to

The excavation was started in the project

site after the Environment Clearance for the




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the amount of remediation plan and

natural and community resource

augmentation plan with the SPCB prior

to the grant of EC. The quantum shall be

recommended by the SEAC and

finalized by the concerned regulatory

authority. The bank guarantee shall be

released after successful implementation

of the EMP, followed by

recommendations of the SEAC and

approval of the concerned regulatory

authority.

plot area of 12,140 Sq.m. We have started

construction as per EC but built-up area has

been enhanced to 62,985.83 sq. m.

(Existing approved: 40,682.61 Sq.m. +

Expanded:22,303.22 Sq.m.). There is no

addition of plot area only vertical expansion

has been done.

6. Certified compliance report of earlier

EC to be submitted.

Letter submitted to MoEF&CC RO to

conduct a site visit and issue certified EC

compliance report and latest request letter

for Certified EC compliance has been

enclosed as Annexure-IV.

7. Certificate from Chief Wildlife Warden

that the distance from the project site to

Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Asola

Wildlife Sanctuary.

Copy of Certificate from Chief Wildlife

Warden is attached in Annexure-XXXVI

8. Project description, its importance and

the benefits

Details of project description and benefits is

presented in Chapter-8 of EIA Report

9. Project site details (location, toposheet

of the study area of 10 km, coordinates,

google map, layout map, land use,

geological features and geo-hydrological

status of the study area, drainage).

Details of the projects site is presented in

section 2.2 of Chapter-2 of EIA Report.

10. Land use as per the approved Master

Plan of the area, Permission/approvals

required from the land owning agencies,

Development Authorities, Local Body,

Water Supply & Sewerage Board, etc.

Copy of land documents enclosed as

Annexure-I

11. Land acquisition status, R&R details. Not Applicable

12. Forest and Wildlife and eco-sensitive

zones, if any in the study area of 10 km

– Clearances required under the Forest

(Conservation) Act, 1980, the Wildlife

(Protection) Act, 1972 and/or the

Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.

Not Applicable

13. Baseline environmental study for

ambient air (PM10, PM 2.5, SO2, NOx

& CO), water (both surface and ground),

noise and soil for one month (except

monsoon period) as per

MoEF&CC/CPCB guidelines at

Minimum 5 locations in the study area

Details of Baseline environmental study is

presented in Chapter-3.




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of 10 km.

14. Details on flora and fauna and socio-

economic aspects in the study area

Details on flora and fauna and socio-

economic aspects is presented in Chapter-3.

15. Likely impact of the project on the

environmental parameters (ambient air,

surface and ground water, land, flora

and fauna and socio-economic, etc.)

There is no impact on Environmental

parameters due to enhanced Built-up area,

However mitigation measures adopted due

to enhanced built-up is presented in

Chapter-4

16. Source of water for different identified

purposes with the permissions required

from the concerned authorities, both for

surface water and the ground water (by

CGWA) as the case may be, Rain water

harvesting, etc.

Source of water is NDMC water supply &

Ground water. Approval from NDMC &

Ground water permission attached as and

Annexure-XVII

17. Waste water management (treatment,

reuse and disposal) for the project and

also the study area.

Details of waste water management is

presented in section 2.6.3.5 of chapter 2.

18. Management of solid waste and the

construction & demolition waste for the

project vis-avis the Solid Waste

Management Rules, 2016 and the

Construction & Demolition Rules, 2016.

Details of management of solid waste

during construction and operation phase is

presented in section 2.6.8 of chapter 2.

19. Energy efficient measures (LED lights,

solar power, etc.) during construction as

well as during operational phase of the

project.

Details of Energy efficient measures is

presented in section 5.3 of chapter 5.

20. The EIA would study the impact of

dewatering and draw up an action plan

for disposal of the excess water.

There is no disposal of excess water. As

treated water is being used in HVAC

Cooling, DG Cooling, Flushing and

Landscaping

21. The EIA would study the impact of

Demolition and conformance to the

Construction and Demolition Rules

under the E.P. Act, 1986.

Not Applicable.

22. Certified Compliance Report issued by

the MoEF&CC, Regional Office or

concerned Regional Office of Central

Pollution Control Board or the Member

Secretary of the respective State

Pollution Control Board for the

conditions stipulated in the earlier

environmental clearance issued for the

project along with an action taken report

on issues which have been stated to be

partially complied or non/not complied.

Letter submitted to MoEF&CC RO to

conduct a site visit and issue certified EC

compliance report and latest request letter

for Certified EC compliance has been

enclosed as Annexure-IV.

23. The Air Quality Index shall be

calculated for base level air quality.

Details of Air quality index is presented in

Table No. 3.12 (a) to 3.12(e) of chapter-3

of EIA report.




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24. A detailed report on compliance to

ECBC-2017 norms.

Compliance to ECBC-2017 is presented in

Annexure-XI.

25. A certificate from the local body

supplying water, specifying the total

annual water availability with the local

authority, the quantity of water allotted

to the project under consideration and

the balance water available. This should

be specified separately for ground water

and surface water sources, ensuring that

there is no impact on other users.

Details of water requirement is presented in

section 2.6.3.3 in chapter 2 of EIA report.

Copy of NDMC water connection is

enclosed as Annexure-XVII.

26. An assessment of the cumulative impact

of all development and increased

inhabitation being carried out or

proposed to be carried out by the project

or other agencies in the core area, shall

be made for traffic densities and parking

capabilities in a 2 kms radius from the

site. A detailed traffic management and

a traffic decongestion plan drawn up

through an organization of repute and

specializing in Transport Planning shall

be submitted with the EIA and the plan

to be implemented to the satisfaction of

all the concerned state departments and

implementing agencies.

Traffic assessment study is presented in

Annexure-XXXVII.

27. The permission of the CGWA for

abstraction of ground water if any and

for basement/ excavation dewatering if

applicable

The letter of water connection by NDMC

and Permission for boring of One tube-well

is attached as Annexure-XVII

28. A certificate of adequacy of available

power from the agency supplying power

to the project along with the load

allowed for the project

As per Earlier approved EC letter Power

requirement of 2228 KW has been

approved and an additional power of 544

KW has been enhanced, Hence total power

load in the hotel is 2772 KW supply is

being supplied by New Delhi Municipal

Council (NDMC).

Approval from NDMC for supply of

electricity enclosed as Annexure-

Annexure-XVII(a)

29. A certificate from the competent

authority for discharging treated

effluent/ untreated effluents into the

Public sewer/ disposal/drainage systems

along with the final disposal point.

Not Applicable. As there is no discharge of

treated effluent into the public sewer.

Refer figure 2.5 for water balance diagram

of Chapter 2 of EIA report.




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30. A certificate from the competent

authority handling municipal solid

wastes, indicating the existing civic

capacities of handling and their

adequacy to cater to the M.S.W.

generated from project.

Copy of contract with RD contractor and

supplier has been attached in Annexure-

XXX.




CHAPTER-2: PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.0 TYPE OF THE PROJECT

The Project is for Enhanced Built-up area of “The Leela Hotel”. As per EIA

Notification’2006 and its amendments, the project is Building and Construction project comes

under schedule 8(a) having total built up area 62,985.83 m2. The project falls under Category

“B”.



dated 13.06.2008. The copy of EC Letter is attached as Annexure-II. The project had been

granted Consent to Establish (CTE) by Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) vide

Certificate No. O-008162 dated 31.03.2009. The copy of CTE certificate is attached as

Annexure-V. The construction works had been completed in year 2010 and completion

certificate had been issued by New Delhi Municipal Council vide letter CA/BP/Leela Palace

Hotel/O-2586-90 dated 24.12.2010. The copy of completion certificate is attached as

Annexure-VI. The project is currently in operational phase. The project has been granted

Consent to Operate (CTO) by Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) vide Certificate

No. O-014412 dated 13.12.2010. The CTO was renewed vide Certificate No. O-021814 dated

31.01.2014. The copies of CTO Letter and its renewal are attached as Annexure-VII. The

application submitted to DPCC for renewal of CTO enclosed as Annexure-VIII.

2.1 NEED FOR THE PROJECT

Tourism is the basic and most desirable human activity describing the praise and

encouragement of all people and government.

Hotel industry is an essential part of tourism. The expansion of tourism is well inevitable

bringing out development of the hotel industry. Hotel industry is closely linked with the

tourism industry that is responsible for about 50% of the foreign exchange earnings from

tourism trade and enterprises. The rising volume of tourism influx brought into light, the

shortage of hotels is important tourists centres, keeping in view the changing standards in the

international hotel keeping.so it is not enough to have adequate hotel accommodations, it is

equally necessary to have at various levels, low priced, moderately priced, highly priced, and

a few luxury hotels.

The Indian hotel business focuses largely on foreign tourists with only 30% of the business

coming from the domestic and leisure travelers.

DDA in 2008 increased the Floor Space Index (FSI) from 1.5 to 2.25 to help to add more

rooms in anticipation of the rush of tourists in 2010 events such as Commonwealth Games

increased the inbound traffic to 10 million visitors to accommodate them,




With the additional FSI, the Leela Palace in Delhi had build more rooms in an additional

tower on top of the banquet hall after which the cost per room come down by 40% that made

the hotel commercially viable.

The main purpose and benefit of the project to environment and society are as under:

To enhance the aesthetics surrounding with greenery and landscaping.

To adopt the practice of rain water harvesting to improve the ground water condition.

To adopt the Practice of waste management to make the environment and

surroundings pollution free and clean.

To adopt the practice of treated wastewater in an in-house STP and re-use the treated

water in various purposes so that stress on ground water abstraction/water

requirement minimized.

Earthquake resistant RCC Structure.

2.2 LOCATION OF THE PROJECT

The project “The Leela Hotel” is located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue,

Chankyapuri, New Delhi. The project site is coming under Commercial Land use as per the

Master Plan of Delhi 2021. Construction has been completed in the Existing plot Area of

12,140 m2. Considering this, the existing land use of the project is not altered due to

construction of the project. No conversion of any land required. No additional land has been

acquired for the enhanced built-up area. Building has been constructed in the existing area i.e.

12,140 sq.m.

The GPS Coordinates of the project site are provided in Table-1.2 of Chapter-1.

The location of the project site on the Master Plan of Delhi 2021 is shown in Figure-2.1

EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-110023

by M/s Hotel Leelaventure Ltd.


Figure 2.1: Location of Project Site on Master Plan of Delhi 2021




2.2.1 Site Surrounding & Connectivity

The project site is connected to Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and other NCR regions. It is

surrounded by areas such as Chanakyapuri, New Moti Bagh, Sarojini Nagar, Laxmibai Nagar

and Moti Bagh are the residential areas within 5 km radius area of the project site. Site

surroundings and Connectivity in 10 km details of the project are given in Table 2.1

Table-2.1: Site Surroundings and Connectivity Details in 10 km radius of Project Site

S.

No. Connectivity & Site Surroundings

Description Distance and Direction

1. Nearest

Railway Station

Safdarjung Railway Station

Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station

334 m towards North West

6.34 km towards East

2. Nearest Metro

Station

Bikaji Cama Metro Station


3. Nearest Airport Indira Gandhi International Airport

Safdarjung Airport

7.5 km towards West


4.

Nearest Village

/ Urban

Settlement

Chanakyapuri

New Moti Bagh

Sarojini Nagar

Laxmibai Nagar

Moti Bagh

1 km towards North

0.5 km towards West

1 km towards South East


1.61 km towards West

5. Nearest

Highway/Roads

Africa Avenue Road

Brig. Hoshiyar Singh Marg

Ring Road

Shanti Path

NH-8

Adjacent towards East

70 m towards East

1.15 km towards South West


2.55 km towards North West

6. Water Bodies

River Yamuna

Najafgarh Drain

Sanjay Lake


12.80 km towards North

West

1.5 km towards East

7. Nearest School

& College

The British School

Jesus and Mary College

Sanskriti School

Delhi University South Campus

(Commerce College)




2.6 km towards West

8. Nearest

Hospital

Primus Super Specialty Hospital

AIIMS


2.4 km towards South East

9. Places of

worship

Lal Masjid

Kali Temple



10. Places of

Tourist

Gandhi Smriti

National Museum

3.38 km towards North East





S.

No. Connectivity & Site Surroundings


Attractions Deer Park

Tughlaqabad Fort

2.74 km towards South


11. Nearest Reserve

Forest

Jahanpanah City Forest PF

Rajokri PF

Masudpur PF

Buddha Jayanti Park





12. Nearest Wild

life Sanctuary

Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Asola Wildlife Sanctuary



13. Inter State

Boundary

Delhi Haryana State Boundary

Delhi-UP State Boundary



Source: Google Earth

Google Map of 500 m radius is shown in Figure-2.2 and Topographic map (Toposheet No.

43 H-6 & 43 H-2) of 10 km radius is shown in Figure-2.3 and 15 km radius map showing the

Eco-sensitive area of the project is shown in Figure-2.4

EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New

Delhi-110023 by M/s Hotel Leelaventure Ltd.


Figure-2.2: Google Map of 500 m. radius showing surrounding of the project site

EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New

Delhi-110023 by M/s Hotel Leelaventure Ltd.


Figure-2.3: Topographic Map of 10 km radius showing surrounding of the project site

EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-

110023 by M/s Hotel Leelaventure Ltd.


Source: Survey of India

Figure-2.4: Topographical map (Survey of India) of 15km radius showing Eco-sensitive area




2.3 SIZE OR MAGNITUDE OF OPERATION

The Total Project site area is 12,140 sq.m & total built up area including FAR & Non-FAR of

existing and expansion phase is 62,985.83 m2. The built-up area as per existing approved EC was

39,194.98 m2. The detailed Area statement is given in Table-2.2.

Table-2.2: Detailed Area Statement

S. No. Particulars

Details as per

Approved EC

(in Sq.m.)

As per 150 FAR

Details of

Expansion

(In Sq.m.)

As per additional

75 FAR

Total Details

(in Sq.m.)

As per 225

FAR

1 Total Plot area 12,140.00 same 12,140.00

2 Permissible Ground coverage @ 40% 4,856.00 same 4,856.00

3 Ground coverage 4,040.72 790.58 4,831.30

(@ 39.79%)

4 Permissible FAR 18210.00 9105.00 27,315.00

5

FAR

Ground Floor FAR

First Floor FAR

Second Floor FAR

Third Floor FAR

Fourth Floor FAR

Fifth Floor FAR

Sixth Floor FAR

Seventh Floor FAR

Eighth Floor FAR

Ninth Floor FAR

Tenth Floor FAR

Eleventh Floor FAR

Basement-1 (B.O.H.)

18,204.14

@149.995

8985.81

@73.76285

27,189.95

@ 223.969

4,277.65

2,124.54

2,417.78

2,365.05

2,273.29

2,367.93

2,235.74

2,280.21

2,280.21

1,977.95

1,006.42

203.44

1,379.74

3,634.72

1,541.18

2,154.57

2,154.57

2,154.57

2,154.57

2,047.27

1,726.75

--

--

--

--

666.94

642.93

583.36

263.21

210.48

118.72

213.36

188.47

553.46

2,280.21

1,977.95

1,006.42

203.44

712.80




S. No. Particulars

Details as per

Approved EC

(in Sq.m.)

As per 150 FAR

Details of

Expansion

(In Sq.m.)

As per additional

75 FAR

Total Details

(in Sq.m.)

As per 225

FAR

6

Total Non-FAR area

Basement-1 Area

Basement-2 Area

Basement-3 Area

Basement-4 Area

Atrium Area

Basement -1 (B.O.H)

Service Floor Area

22,447.47

7,482.49

7,482.49

7,482.49

--

--

--

--

13,348.41

2.8

2.8

2.8

7,485.29

738.21

1433.19

3,683.32

35795.88

7,485.29

7,485.29

7,485.29

7,485.29

738.21

1433.19

3,683.32

7 Built up area (FAR + Non-FAR) 40,682.61 22,303.22 62,985.83

8 Open Area (Plot Area-Ground

Coverage) 8,099.28 (-) 815.28 7,284.00

9 Permissible Green Area (50% of

Open Area) 4,049.64 (-) 407.64 3,642.00

10 Green area achieved

4,373.61 (@ 54.00

% of Open Area or

36.03 % of plot

area)

same

4,373.61 (@

60.04 % of

Open Area or

36.03 % of plot

area)

11 Road (Paved) Area 2,552.67 (-) 308.21 2,244.46

12 Surface Parking Area 1,173.00 (-) 482.37 690.63

13 Height of the Building (Achieved) 30.90 m 28.075 m 58.975 m

The Approved Site Layout Plan (Drg. No. A1-01) of the project is attached as Annexure-XIII.




2.4 SCHEDULE FOR APPROVAL AND IMPLEMENTATION

The project implementation schedule is an important time management document that defines and

schedules the major phases of project work being carried out. The Construction work was started

after the grant of Environmental Clearance by Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India

vide letter no. 21-1211/2007-IA.III dated 13.06.2008. The copy of EC Letter is attached as

Annexure-II, and other necessary approvals obtained from Environment Clearance has been

mentioned in Table 2.3.

Table 2.3: Details of Earlier Approvals

Sl.

No.

Details Application

date

Approval

date

1. Submission of Building Plans with the

NDMC

06.11.2007 28.02.2008

2. Previous for Environment clearance 21.12.2007 13.06.2008

3. NOC from Delhi Pollution Control Board 21.12.2007 13.12.2010

4. Clearance from Delhi fire service (first time)

by NDMC

28.02.2008-

20.04.2009

1.07.2008-

18-06-2009

5. Building plans forwarded by NDMC to

DUAC for approval

28.02.2008 26.07.2008

6. Increase in FAR vide ministry of Urban

Development Notification

12.08.2008

7. Project approval from Ministry of Tourism 04.12.2008 28.01.2009

8. Revised Building Plans submitted to NDMC 19.02.2009 16.11.2009

9. Completion certificate from NDMC 19.08.2010 24.12.2010

10. NOC from NDMC for swimming Pool 13.09.2010 27.12.2010

11. Licenses from NDMC to run the restaurants,

Bars, Banquet hall etc.

29.09.2010 28.12.2010

12. Lodging licenses (Health Department) issued

by the NDMC

29.09.2010 28.12.2010

13. Lodging License from the Police 01.09.2010 31.12.2010

14. Bar license from Excise Department 24.09.2010 17.01.2011

15. Adequacy Certificate Form Delhi Jal Board

for Rain Water Harvesting system

-- 27/12/2017




Sl.

No.

Details Application

date

Approval

date

16. NOC from Airports Authority of India

-- 20/08/2008

17. Power Connection from NDMC -- 22/06/2010

18. Fire NOC From Govt. of National Territory

of Delhi

-- 16/10/2010

23/08/2013

17/06/2016

19. Water connection from NDMC -- 07/09/2012

20. Bore well Water Connection Per5mission

from NDMC

-- 05/03/2014

21. Renewal of Consent to Operate (CTO) from

DPCC

-- 29/01/2014

22. MOU Between Hotel and NDMC of Green

Belt Development in adjacent area.

-- 19/02/2018

23. Application submitted for CTO Renewal -- 20/09/2018

24. Post Environment Clearance Compliance

report is being regularly submitted to

Regional Office MoEF&CC

-- June 2018

25. Post Environment Clearance Compliance

report is being regularly submitted to

Regional Office MoEF&CC

-- December

2018 (Latest

Submission)




2.5 TECHNOLOGY & PROCESS DESCRIPTION

As this is a Hotel project and does not involve any production and manufacturing process. Hence,

this is not applicable on this project.

2.6 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

“The Leela Hotel” has been developed by the M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. on the plot area of 12,140

sq.m. The project was developed as per the approved plans by New Delhi Municipal Corporation

(NDMC). The land was allotted by Delhi Development Authority (DDA).

As per the Development Plan of the area, the project site has been earmarked for Hotel

development. In the proposal, the ground coverage, the floor area ratio, the setbacks, heights of

buildings, and parking provisions are as per the DDA/MCD bye laws. All kinds of community

facilities like shops, hospitals, schools, etc. are situated within two km of the site. None of the

project activities has resulted in any adverse impact on the existing facilities adjacent to the project

site. DDA/MCD has developed all necessary infrastructures like roads, drainage, piped water

supply, and electrification near the project site. Government Staff Quarters exist close to the project

site. The project site is designated for the intended purpose and as per the Master Plan.

2.6.0 Construction Status

The construction activity has already been completed on the project site. The details of rooms

constructed till date is given in Table-2.4. The other facilities in Hotel is mentioned below:

Restaurants & Bars

Jamvar

The Qube

Meghu

Le-cirque

The Liabry Bar

Meeting Rooms

Ballroom-1

Ballroom-2

Ballroom pre-function

4-Meeting rooms at level -1

2-Meeting rooms at level – 9

Board room level -1

Board room level -10

Other Leisure

Function terrace

Spa & Fitness Center

Club lounge




Table-2.4: Floor wise details of building constructed

S.

No. Particulars Hotel Building

Rooms

1 Ground Floor Banquet Hall, Meeting Room, Bar, Restaurant, Kitchen --

2 First Floor Meeting Room (4), Board Room, Café, Relaxation Lounge,

Guest Lobby, Service Lobby. --

3 Second Floor

Guest Rooms (17), Royal Premier Guest Rooms (6),

Treatment Room (8), BOH Area, Deluxe Suite, Executive

Suite, Guest Lobby, Service Lobby.

--

4 Third Floor Guest Rooms (29), Royal Premier Guest Rooms (8), BOH

Area, Deluxe Suite, Guest Lobby, Service Lobby. 26

5 Fourth Floor Guest Rooms (28), Royal Premier Guest Rooms (8), BOH


6 Fifth Floor Guest Rooms (30), Royal Premier Guest Rooms (8), BOH


7 Sixth Floor Guest Rooms (29), Royal Premier Guest Rooms (8), BOH

Area, Guest Lobby, Service Lobby. 39

8 Seventh Floor Guest Rooms (25), Royal Premier Guest Rooms (8), BOH

Area, Executive Room (3), Guest Lobby, Service Lobby. 37

9 Eighth Floor

Guest Rooms (23), Royal Premier Guest Rooms (4), BOH

Area, Executive Suite (2), Club Guest Room, Dining Room,

Master Sitting Room, Master Bedroom, Exercise Room,

Maharaja Suite, Guest Lobby, Service Lobby.

36

10 Ninth Floor

Guest Rooms (7), Royal Premier Guest Rooms (4), BOH

Area, Guest Lobby, Service Lobby, Deluxe Suite (2), Royal

Deluxe Suite (2), Royal Premier Suite (1), Lounge Rooms (2),

Meeting Rooms (2), Reception, Pantry.

31

11 Tenth Floor Kitchen, Guest Lobby, Service Lobby, Restaurant 16 12 Eleventh Floor Guest Lobby, Service Lobby, Pool

Total 260

2.6.1 Details of Building Block

“The Leela Hotel” is constructed 4 Basement Floor, 1 Ground Floor, Service Floor and 11 Floors.

The basement is meant for services and parking purposes. The maximum height of the building is

58.975 m. NOC from Airport Authority of India (AAI) is obtained and copy is attached as

Annexure-XIV.

The details of building blocks are given in Table-2.5. below:




Table-2.5: Details of Building Blocks

S.

No. Type of building

No. of

Towers

No. of floors as per

Earlier approved EC

Total no. of floors

constructed

1 Hotel Building 1 3B+G+7 4B+G+Service Floor + 11

Approved Section Plan and is attached as Approved Elevation Plan is attached as Annexure-XV.

2.6.2 Population Detail

Total population of the project is approximately 1830 (1750 in existing Approved + 80 Enhanced)

which include the population of guest rooms, staff population and visitors of various facilities.

Breakup of the population is given in Table-2.6 and Comparative Population and guest room

details is mentioned in Table 2.7.

Table-2.6: Calculation of Population

S.

No. Types No of unit / Area in sq.m.

Person Per

Unit Population

1. Guest Rooms & Suites 260** nos.

(Approved EC=200 nos.)

(Enhanced = 60 nos.)

2 520

2. Public Area and

Restaurant Visitors Lumpsum .. 500

3. Banquet Hall and Meeting

Room Visitors Lumpsum .. 430

4. Staff Population (in 3

shifts per day) Lumpsum .. 280

5. Health Club Lumpsum .. 100

Total Population 1830

*Source- Delhi Building Bye Laws, 1983

Approved Parking enclosed as Annexure-XVI.

** Now Total Rooms are 254 rest 6 rooms have been converted into SPA.

Table-2.7: Calculation of Population

Parameter As per Approved

EC

Enhanced Total

Population 1750 80 1830

Guest Rooms and Suites 210 50 260




2.6.3 Water Requirement, Supply and Distribution

Water Requirement for the Hotel project is discussed below:

2.6.3.1 Water Conservation

Efficient practices and devices (efficient plumbing fixtures) has been adopted for reduction of

water demand.

A.) Monitoring water use:

Use of water meter conforming to ISO standards has been installed at the inlet point of water

uptake and at the discharge point to monitor the daily water consumption. This would also enable

the user to identify if there are any points of leakages.

B.) Rain water harvesting systems:

The Leela hotel has a roof top area 4831.30 for Rain catchment area. Total 3 Nos. of rainwater

harvesting pits has been constructed at the site. The rainwater across the property flows towards

the drain by gravity. Rain harvesting pits are being used for increasing the water table by charging

the rain water to the ground.

C.) Sewage & Effluent Treatment Plants (STP & ETP):

Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) of 400 KLD capacity and Effluent treatment plant (ETP) of 100

KLD capacity has been constructed at the Leela Hotel. The Treated water i.e. 318 KLD has been

obtained and used in Irrigation of Garden and lawns, Flushing, HVAC Cooling and DG Cooling.

D.) Use of water saving devices/ fixtures:

To lower the consumption of water following efficient fixtures can be used:

All urinals are connected to infrared sensors (auto flush system) to help water conservation.

Kitchen is equipped with Water Efficient Dish Washer, Aerating Taps, and Pressure Jet

Cleaner.

Energy efficient hydro pneumatic system for with Variable frequency drive has been

installed for maintaining water pressure in all guest rooms.

2.6.3.2 Water requirement during Construction phase

As the project has already been constructed, hence water requirement during construction phase is

not applicable.

2.6.3.3 Water requirement during Operation phase

Water requirement during the operational phase is met through New Delhi Municipal Council

(NDMC). The letter of water connection by NDMC and Permission for boring of One tube-well is

attached as Annexure-XVII. The total water requirement for the project is 598 KLD. This includes

domestic water requirement, flushing, landscaping, cooling tower makeup, swimming pool and for

firefighting tank. The total fresh water requirement is 241 KLD, which includes Domestic water




requirement. The water requirement for Flushing and landscaping is met through treated water

from STP. Ground water is also being extracted.

The comparative details of water requirement details are given in Table-2.8

Table-2.8: Comparative Details of Water requirement

S.

No.

Parameter Details as Per

Approved EC

Letter

Details for

Expansion

part

Total details

1 Total Water Requirement 408 KLD 190 KLD 598 KLD

2 Fresh Water Requirement 219 KLD 112 KLD 341 KLD

3 Wastewater Generation 220 KLD 124 KLD 344 KLD

4 STP Capacity 220 KLD 180 KLD 400 KLD

5 Treated Water Available for

Reuse

190 KLD 128 KLD 318 KLD

6 Flushing Water 37 KLD 9 KLD 46 KLD

7 Landscape Water 20 KLD 0 20 KLD

8 DG Cooling -- 8 KLD 8 KLD

9 HVAC Cooling Makeup 130 KLD 114 KLD 244 KLD

10. Laundry Waste Water 90 KLD - 90 KLD

Details of break-up of water requirement are given in Table-2.9




Table-2.9: Details of Water Requirement

Description Total

Population

/ Area

Unit Water

Consumption

(LPCD)

Total Water

Requirement

(KLD)

Hot Water

Requirement

(KLD)

Cold Water

Requirement

(KLD)

Flushing

Requirement

(KLD)

Wastewater

Generation

(KLD)

Guest Rooms 520 Nos. 320 166.4 62.4 78 26 152.36

Staff (3 shifts

per day) (240

Nos. in each

shift)

840 Nos. 45 37.8 12.6 16.8 8.4 34.86

Public Area

and

Restaurants

500 Nos. 70 35 5 22.5 7.5 32.25

Banquet and

Meeting

Rooms

430 Nos. 15 6.45 0.86 3.01 2.58 6.06

Health Club 100 Nos. 115 11.5 4 6 1.5 10.5

Landscaping 4,373.61

Sq.m

4.5

liters/sqm 19.68 .. .. ..

Kitchen … … 30 10 20 .. 27

Fire Fighting

(one time) … .. 20 .. .. .. ..

Swimming

Pool Water

Makeup (one

time)

… .. 10 .. .. .. ..

Cooling Tower

Makeup

(HVAC)

1000 TR 163

DG Cooling 4060 KVA 1lt./KVA/hr. 8 .. .. .. ..

Laundry

wastewater 520 Nos. --- 90 .. .. .. 81

Total 597.83 94.86 146.31 45.98 344.03

Total

(Rounding off)

(Lit/Day)

598 95 146 46 344

Source: Manual on norms and standards for environmental clearance of large Construction project

2.6.3.4 Wastewater Generation

The total quantity of wastewater (existing + After expansion) generated from project is 532 KLD.

Calculation of wastewater generation is shown below in Table-2.10




Table-2.10: Waste water Generation

Details Water (KLD)

Water requirement for domestic purpose 341

Wastewater to be generated from domestic use (@ 90% of domestic

water requirement) 217

Water requirement for Flushing Purpose 46

Wastewater to be generated from Flushing (@ 100% of flushing

requirement) 46

Wastewater generated from laundry 81

Total Wastewater generated 217+46+81=344 KLD

Water balance diagram given in Figure-2.5.

EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-110023

by M/s Hotel Leelaventure Ltd.


Figure-2.5: Water balance diagram




2.6.3.5 Waste Water Treatment Scheme

The generated waste water is 344 KLD. The waste water generated is being treated in the Sewage

Treatment Plan, and the capacity of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) is 20% higher than waste water

generated i.e. 400 KLD (augmented from 220 KLD). The STP is based on Membrane Bioreactor

(MBR). The STP is located in the basement level 3 & Basement level 4.

2.6.3.6 Sewage Treatment Plant i.e. Membrane Bioreactor

2.6.3.6.1 General

The Hotel has installed a Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) of capacity 400 KLD and for treatment of

wastewater from laundry 100 KLD ETP has been provided. The sewage treatment plant has been

designed and installed on the basis of combined primary, secondary and tertiary treatment system.

The treatment sections have been designed on the basis of biological treatment process of organic

matters operated on continuous mode.

2.6.3.6.2 Sewage Collection & Disposal

The soil & waste from Toilets & Kitchen is being collected in Gully Traps & Manholes in single

network of S.W. / R.C.C. pipes lay underground having Manholes chambers at appropriate

intervals and discharged into Sewage Treatment Plant.

2.6.3.6.3 Technology

The installed STP is based on Membrane Bio-Reactor (MBR). The membrane bioreactor (MBR)

process consists of a suspended growth biological reactor integrated with an ultrafiltration

membrane system, using the hollow fiber membrane. Essentially, the ultrafiltration system replaces

the solids separation function of secondary clarifiers and sand filters in a conventional activated

sludge system.

The ultrafiltration membranes are immersed in an aeration tank, in direct contact with mixed

liquor. Through the use of a permeate pump, a vacuum is applied to a header connected to the

membranes. The vacuum draws the treated water through the hollow fiber ultrafiltration

membranes. Permeate is then directed to disinfection or discharge facilities. Intermittent airflow is

introduced to the bottom of the membrane module, producing turbulence that scours the external

surface of the hollow fibers. This scouring action transfers rejected solids away from the

membrane surface.

The MBR technology permits bioreactor operation with considerably higher mixed liquor solids

concentrations than conventional activated sludge systems that are limited by sludge settling. The

MBR process is typically operated at a mixed liquor suspended solids (MLSS) concentration in the

range of 8,000 to 10,000 mg/L. Elevated biomass concentrations allow for highly effective removal

of both soluble and particulate biodegradable material in the waste stream. The MBR process




combines the unit operations of aeration, secondary clarification and filtration into a single process,

producing a high-quality effluent, simplifying operation and greatly reducing space requirements.

The details of the sub unit of STP are mentioned below:

Screen Chamber: Raw sewage from the equalization tank is pumped to screen chamber.

Screen provided is removing all floating and big size matter such as polythene bags,

glasses, stones etc.; which may otherwise choke the pipeline and pumps.

Oil & Grease Trap: For the removal of Oil & Grease from incoming stream O & G trap

have been provided.

Collection Sump: One collection sump is provided in basement for the collection of

wastewater generated from vegetable washing, staff toilets and laundry. The wastewater

from this tank is pumped to equalization tank.

Equalization Tank: Usually, sewage generation is more during morning hours and

evening hours. Visually no sewage is generated during night hours. Any biological system

needs constant feed for bacteria to work efficiently. Hence, it is important to put an

equalization tank to collect the excess flow during peak hours and feed sewage in lean

hours. The tank is generally of civil construction. Provision of air grid is made for

thoroughly mixing of sewage to make it of homogenous quality and to keep the suspended

matter is suspension and to avoid septic condition.

Membrane Bio-Reactor: Biological process fluid (mixed liquor) via screen chamber

enters to the Membrane Operating System (“MOS”). The mixed liquor is introduced to

membrane, along with air, evenly across the bottom of the tank through a unique two-phase

jet system. This mixed liquor fills the membrane tank and flows upward through the

membrane submodules, creating cross-flow dynamics across the membrane surface. This

cross-flow continuously scours the membrane surface and prevents solids dehydration at

the membrane surface. Applying a low-pressure vacuum to the inside of the membrane

filter pulls water through the membranes and pumps the filtered water to the next process

step. Solids, including organics, bacteria, are rejected by the membrane system and retained

in the mixed liquor, which overflows the MOS back to the aeration tank.

The membrane Operating System is an assembly with integral membrane modules arranged

is rack assemblies, inserted into the membrane tank. MOS Mixed Liquor Distribution and

recirculation Jets are designed to distribute the air scour and mixed liquor flow evenly

across the membrane submodules.

This feature eliminates potential polarization (concentration) of suspended solids around

the membrane fibers is main cause for the failure and damage of individual fibers thus

submodules. Additionally, this feature provides even distribution of mixed liquor solids to

each membrane unit, critical so that all membranes see the same process conditions. The

return recirculation of mixed liquor ensures influent comes in intimate contact with the

concentrated biomass, offering better organism selection and added flexibility in the anoxic

cycle for advanced nitrogen removal, when required. This same jet system also acts as an

integral part of the membrane with chlorine cleaning solution. The integrated cleaning

system allows the submodules to be quickly cleaned in place. Additionally, the clean and

efficient procedure eliminates the need for membrane removal from process tanks that can

damage membranes and present risks to plant operators.




Treated Water Collection Tank: The treated water tank is of civil construction. The

treated water is collected from the MBR. The filtered water is then either pass through

softener or used for horticulture. The filtrate after softener is collected in treated water

collection tank and used in cooling towers.

Sludge: The solid sludge is collected at the bottom of MBR. From here the sludge is

transferred to a sludge holding tank. From this tank sludge is feed into sludge filter press.

The filtrate from the filter press is taken into a dewatered collection pit and transferred into

MBR and the dewatered sludge from the bed is collected in plastic bags and stored in the

premises.

An agreement has been signed with Brisanzia Technologies Pvt. Ltd. located at Hasanpur, New

Delhi for a period starting from 15th

March, 2017 to 31st March, 2022 for Operation and

Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) enclosed as Annexure-XVIII. Photographs of

STP mentioned in photo no. 8 in Annexure-XIX.




Figure-2.6: Schematic Diagram of MBR STP




Figure-2.7: Schematic Diagram of ETP




Details of Treatment Units of STP




The design parameters for the raw sewage and treated water is provided in Table-2.11 below:

Table-2.11: Parameters Estimated for Designing STP

Parameters Value

Raw sewage Treated Sewage

pH 6.0-9.0 6.5 to 8.0

BOD3 27ºC 250-300 mg/l Less than 10 mg/l

Suspended Solids 300-400 mg/l Less than 20 mg/l

COD 400-600 mg/l Less than 50 mg/l

2.6.4 Rainwater Harvesting

Rainwater harvesting is the activity of direct collection of rainwater is for recharging the

groundwater. Rain Water Harvesting is the technique through which rain water is captured from

the roof stored in sub-surface ground water reservoir by adopting artificial recharge techniques.

The storm water disposal system in the premises is self-sufficient to avoid any collection/

stagnation and flooding of water. Maximum harvesting is being done within the site. Therefore,

sufficient rain water harvesting is being provided at selected locations, which are liable to catch the

maximum run-off from the area. Roof top runoff is being used for Ground water recharge and

surface runoff is being diverted to strom water drain.

Following are some measures for Storm water disposal:

The Rain Water Harvesting system (RWH) has been constructed in the premises on the

instruction & design of Delhi Jal Board (DJB), Govt. of NCT of Delhi.

The design was provided by DJB vide letter no. DJB/EE(RWH/GWC)/2017/746 dated

04/05/2017 enclosed as Annexure-XX.

Three Nos. of Rain water Harvesting (RWH) Structure without bore of size 4.0 x 3.2 x

1.75 m. has been constructed in the premises.

Rain water conveyance system (strom water drain) is being provided and connected with

RWH Structure in the premises.

Structural design for chamber walls & top slab is being done from qualified structural

engineer.

Depth of the recharge trenches/chambers is below the Invert Levels of inlet pipes and up to

the first layer of filter media. Sizes in respect of lengths and breaths given in design are the

inner dimensions of recharge trenches/chambers. Foot rests in filtration chamber is being

provided to facilitate entry of maintenance person in this chamber.




After completion of construction of RWH system and the Adequacy certificate from Delhi

Jal Board (DJB) has been obtained vide letter No. DJB/EE(RWH/GWC)/2017/2874 dated

27/12/2017 enclosed as Annexure-XXI.

Wastewater/contaminated water are not allowed to enter into the storm water drains (rain

water conveyance system) and recharge structures to avoid contamination of ground water.

Proper care & precaution is taken for maintaining the rain water harvesting system on

regular basis.

a. Cleaning and checking of Catchment on weekly basis.

b. Checking and cleaning of Rain water conveyance system on monthly basis.

c. Checking and cleaning of Filtration chamber prior to and after monsoon every

year. Filter media are taken out, washed and reused with additional quantities for

the deficient portion.

Mesh has been provided on the mouth of the inlet (in the last chamber of the train water

conveyance system prior to recharge structures) to prevent entry of debris and floating

material into recharge trenches. Sluice valves/ shutters is being provided to ensure that no

water other than rain water is diverted to the recharge structures and also diverted first rain

water runoff into municipal drain. Rainwater recharge structure is being operational in

monsoon season only to avoid any contamination.

Post monsoon cleaning and maintenance of recharge chamber is being carried out.

i. Cleaning of filter media is being done thoroughly, it is washing with

water/topping/replacement of filter media.

ii. Repair of structural damages & system efficiency is being done as and when

required.

iii. Repair/ design modification / diversions is being done so that no contaminated

water enters the structures and no changes in catchment that may prevent rain

water runoff from reaching the recharge chambers.

iv. Over flow pipe is being connected to municipal drain and if required, pumping

arrangement is done at site.

Rainwater Harvesting details is provided Table-2.12

Table-2.12: Details of Rain Water Harvesting Tanks

Sl.

No.

Particulars Details

1. Total area of Plot 12140 Sq.m.

2. Total Roof Top area considered for RWH

Systems

4286 Sq.m.

3. Average Yearly Rain Water Run-off available

for recharge

650 mm

4. Maximum Average Hourly rainfall intensity

considered for designing rain water harvesting

structures

25 mm

5. Volume of Recharge Pits 4.0 x 3.2 x 1.75




2.6.5 Power Requirement

As per Earlier approved EC letter Power requirement of 2228 KW has been approved and an

additional power of 544 KW has been enhanced, Hence total power load in the hotel is 2772 KW

supply is being supplied by New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC). Approval from NDMC for

supply of electricity enclosed as Annexure- Annexure-XVII(a)

In case of power failure, 3 DG sets of total capacity of 6435 KVA (2 x 2030 + 2375 KVA) is being

provided as power back-up for the essential load. The DG sets are of water cooled. The DG set of

capacity 2375 KVA is Dual Fired – PNG & HSD.

The DG sets are provided with acoustic enclosure. Stack height of 6.5 meters above the roof has

been provided to each DG set.

Boilers Details:

Total 3 nos. of 6 lakh K cal/hr Hot water generation boiler and 3 Nos. of 600 Kg/ hr steam

generation boiler has been installed. All Boilers are PNG fired.

2.6.6 Road & Parking Details

Internal Road – Project has 6 meters wide roads inside the premises.

External Road - Africa Avenue Road of 30 m wide on East side of the project and 25 m wide

Sectoral roads on South and West side of the project.

Setbacks – 15 mtrs. wide in North West direction (Front side of the project) and 12 mtrs. wide rest

of the directions around the project site.

Entry/exits provided in the project Premises – 5 exit/entry points have been provided in the

project.

Parking Details - Total parking required is 816 ECS & 818 ECS is provided on Ground Floor and

in the 4 Basements. The earlier parking provision as per EC letter was 648 ECS. The details of

parking are given in Table-2.13 and comparison status of parking as per Approved EC and parking

provision for Expansion Part given in Table-2.14.

Table 2.13: Parking details

Description Norms (As per Delhi Building Bye Laws) Parking (E.C.S.)

Parking

Required

For Commercial:

3 ECS/100 sq.m of FAR (27,189.95 m2)

815.69

Total ECS required 816

Parking

Provided ECS Provision

Type of

Parking

Area / ECS

(Sq.m./ECS)

Required

Parking

Area

(Sq.m.)

Parking

Area

Provided

(Sq.m.)




30 ECS on Open Surface Non-Automated 23 690 690

57 ECS in Basement-1 Non-Automated 32 1824 2818.98



192 ECS in Basement-3 Automated

(Double stack) 16 3072


170 ECS in Basement-4 Automated

(Double stack) 16 2720

Total ECS: 818 ECS

Parking circulation details is attached as Annexure-XXII.

Table 2.14: Comparative Status of Parking as per Approved EC & Expansion Part

S.

No.

Surface /

Basement

Parking Provision as

per Approved EC

(ECS)

Additional Parking

Provision for

Expansion Part (ECS)

Total Parking

Provision

(ECS)

1 Surface 51 (-) 21 30

2 Basement-1 167 (-) 110 57

3 Basement-2 211 (-) 19 192

4 Basement-3 219 62 281

5 Basement-4 -- 258 258

Total 648 170 818

2.6.7 Landscape Development

Increasing vegetation in the form of greenbelt is one of the preferred methods to mitigate air

pollution. Plants serve as a sink for air pollutants, reduces the flow of dust and reduces noise

pollution.

The First permission has been obtained from Dy. Conservator of Forests, Central forest Division,

Delhi vide letter no. 8 (121)/COT/CFD/07-08/2064.66 dated 26/12/2007 for felling of 13 Nos. &

Transplant 6 Nos. of trees application by Leela Hotel was submitted on 28/09/2007 and second

permission vide letter no. 8 (121)/COT/CFD/07-08/22524.54 dated 09/01/2008 for felling of 13

Nos. & transplant of 5 Nos. of trees, application by Leela Hotel submitted on 07/01/2008. The

copy of permission for felling of trees enclosed as Annexure-XXIII.

As per the plan, the greenbelt is being developed along the boundary of the project area and also

along the roadside, total 421 difference species of trees have been planted. The area for greenbelt

development is 4,373.61 m2. Calculation of Green area mentioned in Table 2.15.




Table-2.15: Calculation of Green Area

Total Plot area 12,140.00 m2

Landscape area required@ 50 % of Open area 3,642.00 m2

Landscape area provided@ 86% of open area or 43.03 % of Plot area 4,373.61 m2

Required number of trees @ 1 tree per 80 sq.m. of plot area 152 trees

Number of trees planted inside the project boundary 421 trees

Number of trees planted outside the the project boundary 92 tress

List of Trees Planted inside the Hotel Premises in mentioned in Table 2.16 & List of Trees planted

outside the Hotel Premises is mentioned in Table 2.17.

Table-2.16: List of trees / Plants Inside the Hotel

Name of the Plants Common Name Number of Plants

Anthocephalus cadamba Kadam 1

Bauhinia blakeana Lily 50

Cassia fistula Golden Shower Tree 20

Colvillea racemosa Colville's Glory 4

Erythrina crista-galli Cockspur coral tree 1

Ficus benjamina Weeping fig 223

Jacaranda mimosifolia Fern Tree 4

Junipers Eastern redcedar 3

Lagerstroemia Crepeflower 2

Magnolia grandiflora Southern magnolia or

bull bay 9

Melaleuca Paperbarks 30

Plumeria Frangipani 65

Pterospermum Winged seed 6

Solanum Black nightshade 2

Tabebuia argentea Roble 1

Total

421




Table-2.17: List of Trees / Plants Outside the Hotel

Name of the Plants Common Name Number of

Plants

Anthocephalus cadamba Kadam 5

Bauhinia blakeana Lilly 16

Ficus black Weeping fig 12

Plumeria alba Frangipani 4

Tabebuia argentea Roble 11

Cassia fistula Amaltas 8

Azadirachta indica Neem 11

Jacaranda Eastern redcedar 25

Total 92

The photographs of Greenbelt development inside and outside the hotel premises is mentioned in

Photo No. 11 of Annexure-XIX.




Figure-2.8: Landscape Development of the Project Site




2.6.8 Solid Waste Generation and Management

2.6.8.1 Construction Phase

As the project is in operational phase, Hence this section is not applicable.

2.6.8.2 Operational Phase

Municipal Solid Waste:

The solid generated from the hotel comprises of waste generated from Guest Room, Staff, Health

Club, Public Area, Restaurant Refuse, Banquet Hall and Meeting Room Refuse. The Solid waste

from Hotel further categorized in two categories, Bio-degradable and Non-biodegradable. An area

is designated for secondary processing, where the proper segregation of waste taking place before

sending it for proper disposal. These solid wastes are being collected separately by putting two

types of separate bins at the source of generation. For the biodegradable waste green bins is being

provided, for the recyclable waste blue bins are provided. Different sources of Solid waste

generation is mentioned in Table 2.18. As per Earlier approved EC solid waste generation was 630

Kg/day and after expansion the total solid waste is 764.5 Kg/day (Existing Approved: 630 Kg/day

+ Enhanced: 134.5 Kg/day). Details of Solid waste generation is given in Table-2.19 and

Comparative Solid waste generation details is mentioned in Table 2.20.

Table 2.18: Types of Solid Waste in Hotel

Non-hazardous Waste Type Components Source

Household wastes Food/kitchen waste, used or

dirty paper and

wrapping, plastic wrapping or

bags, composted wrappers

Hotel’s different departments

Cardboard Packing Hotel’s purchasing and other

departments

Paper Printed documents, brochures,

menus, maps,

magazines, newspaper

Administration, reception, guests

room,

Restaurants

Plastic Bags, bottles (hat did not

contain hazardous

material), household goods,

individual portion wrappers for

various products

Kitchen, restaurants, bars, guest

room,

Administration

Metal Tin cans, jar lids, soda cans,

food containers,

mayonnaise, mustard and

tomato puree tubes, aluminum

packing

Kitchen, restaurants, bars, guest

room

Glass Bottles, jars, flacks Kitchen, restaurants, bars, guests




Non-hazardous Waste Type Components Source

rooms

Cloth Table cloth, bed-linen, napkins,

clothes, rags

Kitchen, restaurants, bars,

bathrooms, guests Rooms

Wood Wooden packing pallets Purchasing department

Organic waste Fruit and vegetables peelings,

flowers and plants, branches,

leaves, grass

Kitchen, restaurants, bars, guests

rooms, gardens

Table-2.19: Solid Waste Generation Details

S.

No. Category of Solid Waste

Total

Population

Waste Generated

(kg/day)

1 Guest Room + Staff+ Health Club +

Public Area and Restaurant Refuse 1400 700

2 Banquet Hall + Meeting Room

Refuse 430 64.5

764.5

Table 2.20: Comparative Solid waste generation details

As per Approved EC Expansion Total

630 kg/day 134.5 kg/day 764.5 kg/day

Source: Manual on Municipal Solid Waste Management, published by Central Public Health and

Environmental Engineering Organization (CPHEEO), Ministry of Urban Development, Government of

India.

Authorized Collector / Recycler for Solid waste Management (Wet & Dry Garbage):

RD Contractor and Supplier

K-575 Mahipal Pur New Delhi-110037




Figure-2.9: Solid Waste Management during Operation Phase

E-Waste:

Types of Waste:

• Discarded computers, copiers, fax machines, electric lamps, cell phones, audio equipment,

batteries etc.

E-Waste Management:

• E-waste is being managed as per E-waste Management Rule 2016.

Biodegradable

waste

Non-biodegradable

waste

Solid waste

Green Bins

Organic waste

converter

Manure

Recyclables Non-Recyclables

Blue Bins

Recyclable sold to

recycling industry &

non-recyclables

disposed to MSW site

Final disposal through

Government approved

agency or disposed to

MSW site




• Damaged and used LED bulbs/lamps is being disposed as per the Guideline for

Environmentally Sound Mercury Management in LED Lamp Sector provided by CPCB.

• The disposal of E-waste is being done by a E-waste recycler, authorized by the MoEF&CC

for collection, segregation, recycle & disposal of E-wastes.

The disposal of E-waste is being done by E-waste recycler, authorized by the DPCC/CPCB for

collection, segregation, recycle & disposal of E-wastes. The E-waste generated is being managed

as per the E-waste management and handling rules 2011.

Hazardous Waste:

The project is generating following categories of hazardous wastes:

Used Oil (Category 5.1, as per Schedule-1 of the Rules) - from DG sets

Oil Contaminated Wastes (Category 5.2, Schedule-1) - from cleaning of DG sets,

maintenance operations, etc.

Total quantity of used oil 700-1000 generated from the DG sets (2x2030 + 2375 KVA)

ltrs./annum.

Authorized Hazardous-waste Recycler:

M/s Lubri Sales (India), Gurgaon

2.6.9 Fire Fighting System

The Fire Fighting has being designed as per the recommendations of the National Building Code of

India: Part 4 Fire and Life safety: 1997. The building has been classified under Group-A: Hotel

Building in the National Building Code 2005. The firefighting system has been designed

considering the following codes, manual and guidelines;

National Building Code of India (NBC);

As per requirement of fire officer/local fire approving authorities; and

As per Indian Standard Code for Fire Protection (IS Codes)

System description:

An elaborate firefighting arrangement is designed as per the requirement of National Building

Code Part-IV.

A specialized pumping system is also planned for pumping the water from the storage

tanks to the fire water supply mains.

Sprinkler System: Sprinklers are in the basement, (in case area of basement exceeds

200m2 as per NBC 2005). Internal fire sprinklers at suitable and convenient locations have

been provided on fire water supply mains. The internal sprinklers have been placed at 30

meters interval. One sprinkler has been provided for 1000 sqm. floor area and one at every




fire escape. The Main Buildings has been provided with internal sprinklers and First Aid

Hose reels.

Portable Fire Extinguishers: Portable fire extinguishers of ABC type 5ltrs. Capacity,

Carbon-di-oxide of 4.5 kg capacity has been provided as first aid fire extinguishing

appliances. These extinguishers have been suitably distributed in the entire public as well as

service areas. The appliances have been so distributed over the entire floor area so that a

person has to travel not more than 15m to reach the nearest appliance. These has been

placed or hanged on wall in a group on several suitable places. The number of extinguishers

has been calculated as per NBC.

The Fire Alarm system shall form part of electrical installation.

Details of Fire fighting systems mentioned in Chapter 7 of EIA report.

Details of Fire Hydrant system is enclosed as Annexure-XXIV.

Copy of Purchase order of LED enclosed as Annexure-XXV.

2.6.10 Construction Material

As Building is already constructed, Hence Construction material is not required.

2.6.11 Man Power Requirement

Total 820 Nos. of employees has been employed in “The Leela Hotel” at present.

2.6.12 Cost of the Project

The estimated project cost the of the project is approximately Rs. 670 Crores. The cost of

Environmental protection measures is also included in the project cost as well as it broadly covers

the cost of Civil & Structural work, related environmental protection equipment.

2.7 DESCRIPTION OF MITIGATION MEASURES

Adequate stack height of 6.5 m. above roof, for the DG sets has been provided as per CPCB for the

dispersion of emission of gases and DG sets is being provided in acoustic enclosures.

At present the Sewage Treatment Plant of 400 KLD has been provided to treat the waste water

generated and the treated water is being recycled and reused and Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) of

capacity 100 KLD.

Solid waste generated (bio-degradable) sent to Organic waste converter for the compost and being

used as manure.

Details of the mitigation measures are provided in Chapter-4 (Anticipated Environmental

Impacts & Mitigation Measures)

2.8 ASSESSMENT OF NEW & UNTESTED TECHNOLOGY

This section is not applicable as the construction has already been completed to the site.

EIA Report for the Enhanced Build-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave,

Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri New Delhi 110023 by M/s Leelaventures Ltd.


CHAPTER-3: DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

3.0 GENERAL

EIA is the most important aspect of overall environment management strategy. EIA needs a

data on which the prediction can be done. Information on the existing baseline environmental

status is essential for assessing the likely environmental impacts as a result of the

construction and operation of the project. For studying the existing baseline environmental

status the following basic steps are required:

Delineation of project site and study area.

Delineation of the environmental components and methodology

Identification of study period.

Delineation of the location of project and description of its surroundings based on

secondary data.

After delineation of the above for the present case, various environmental attributes such as

physiography and drainage, meteorology, ambient air quality, water quality, soil quality,

noise levels, ecology and socio-economic environment, traffic data etc. have been studied /

monitored in order to establish baseline for different environmental components. The

environmental quality of the project area is assessed through both field studies and secondary

sources within the environmental impact zone.

3.1 STUDY AREA, PERIOD, COMPONENTS & METHODOLOGY

3.1.1 Study Area

Study was conducted within a 10 km radius from the periphery of the project site for the

environmental attributes like Ambient Air Quality, Ground water, Land use, Soil, Noise,

Socio-economic, Ecology and Biodiversity etc. were collected. The study area (10 km radius)

falling on Survey of India Topographic Sheet No. 53 H-2 and 53 H-3.

3.1.2 Study Period

Baseline Environmental data collection has been carried out for one-month 29th

November

to 22nd

December 2018 i.e. four weeks (1 month) to study the above-mentioned

environmental attributes through collection of primary data & secondary data.

WEEK AAQ1 & AAQ2 AAQ3 &AAQ4 AAQ5

Week 1 29/11/18 to 01/12/18 01/12/18 to 03/12/18 29/11/18 to 01/12/18

Week 2 05/12/18 to 07/12/18 07/12/18 to 09/12/18 06/12/18 to 08/12/18

Week 3 11/12/18 to 13/12/18 09/12/18 to 15/12/18 11/12/18 to 13/12/18

Week 4 18/12/18 to 20/12/18 20/12/18 to 22/12/18 18/12/18 to 20/12/18

3.1.3 Environmental Components & Methodology

A reconnaissance survey was conducted to identify the sampling locations on the basis of:




Predominant wind directions in the study area.

Locations of villages / towns / sensitive areas for noise, air, socio economics;

Accessibility of power connection and security for monitoring equipment, pollution

pockets in the area;

During the study a continuous weather monitoring station was established at site to record

Wind speed, Wind Direction, Relative Humidity, Rainfall and Temperature.

Sampling of soil and water, monitoring of air quality and noise level and other field data

collection is carried out by the lab team.

In order to assess the Ambient Air Quality (AAQ), samples of ambient air were

collected by installation of Respirable Dust Sampler and Fine Particulate Sampler at

different locations from the study area during study period and analyzed for primary

air pollutants to work out the existing status of air quality.

Ground water samples were collected during the study period from existing/nearby

bore wells.

Soil samples were collected and analyzed for relevant physical and chemical

characteristics in order to assess the impact of the project on soil.

The noise level measurements were made at various locations in one hour intervals of

time with the help of sound level meter in the study area to establish the baseline

noise levels in the study area.

The environmental components studied and the methodologies followed for the preparation

of EIA report are given in Table-3.1.




Table-3.1 Environmental Attributes & Frequency of Monitoring

S.

No.

Environmental

Component

Sampling

Location

Sampling

Parameters

Total Sampling

Period

Sampling

Frequency Methodology

1 Ambient Air

Quality 05 Locations

PM2.5, PM10, SO2, NO2,

CO

Twice a week

for 1 month

(Nov-December

2018)

24 hourly

A) Gravimetric method

PM10 IS 5182 (Part 23): 2006 Reaff-

2012

PM2.5 ELPL/III/SOP/23, Issue No.:2

Amend. No.:0 CPCB guidelines Vol

1, 2012

B) Modified West & Gaeke method

SO2- IS-5182 (Part-II) 2001, Reaff-2012

using 0.01 N tetrachloromercurate

absorbing solution.

C) Jacob-Hochheiser method

NO2 -IS-5182 (Part-VI) 2006; Reaff-

2012)

D) CO was measured by GC.

2 Water

Quality

5 Locations

(5 Ground

water)

IS:10500-2012 Grab Sampling Once in Study

Period As per IS:10500-2012 & APHA method

3 Noise Quality 05 Locations Leq Day

Leq Night

Hourly reading

for 24 hours

Once in Study

Period ELPL/III/SOP/37; CPCB Guidelines

4 Soil Quality 05 Locations

pH, Conductivity, Color,

Texture, Silt, Clay, Sand

Sodium Absorption Ratio,

CEC, Porosity, Water

Holding Capacity, Bulk

Density, Cl, Ca, Na, K,

Mg, Organic matter, Av.

Nitrogen, Phosphorous,

Zn, Mg, Cu

Grab

Sampling

Once in Study

Period ELPL/III/SOP, USDA, USEPA




S.

No.

Environmental

Component

Sampling

Location

Sampling

Parameters

Total Sampling

Period

Sampling

Frequency Methodology

5 Terrestrial

Ecology

Total Study

Area Flora & Fauna

Field

Observation

Once in Study

Period

Through field visit and secondary data.

Quadrate method has been used.

6

Demographic

and Socio-

economic

Aspect

Total Study

Area Demographic Profile

Field

Observation

Once in Study

Period Through Social Survey and Census data

7 Land Use Total Study

Area

Trend of land use for

different categories/class

Field

Observation

Once in Study

Period

Ground truthing and Satellite

RESOURCESAT-2, LISS III

8 Hydrology Total Study

Area

Drainage pattern, nature

of streams,

aquifer characteristics,

recharge and

discharge areas, depth of

ground water table

Field

Observation

Once in Study

Period

Field survey was conducted and primary

data was collected

Secondary information sources like

(Central Ground Water Board)




3.2 LOCATION AND GEOGRAPHICAL SETTINGS

3.2.1 Topography

The topography of Delhi can be divided into three different parts, the plains, the Yamuna

flood plain, and the ridge. As per the topography, Delhi is located on the western fringes of

the Gangetic Plains. The low altitude Yamuna flood plains provides an excellent scope of

agriculture, as it is covered with the fertile alluvium brought by the river Yamuna and

deposited here during the frequent floods. The other topographical feature is the Ridge, which

reaches the height of 1043 ft above sea level, and is the highest point in Delhi. The ridge

originates in the south and surrounds its western and the northwestern part. It is a part of the

Aravalli Hills. There are three canals crossing it, namely the Yamuna Canal, the Agra Canal,

and the Hindon Canal.

Source: CGWB New Delhi District 2013

3.2.2 Geology

National Capital Territory of Delhi occupies 28 24'-28 53' N latitude and 76 50'-77 20'E

longitude falling on the toposheets of 53 H/2 and 53 H/3. The south and south-eastern parts of

Delhi are a plateau of 250-300 meters height, rising about 100 meters above the Surrounding

area is known as the famous Delhi ridge. The area provides an interesting place to study the

important surface geochemical processes, because it occurs at the triple junction of Aravalli

mountain, Thar desert and Indo-Gangetic plain and it has possible some subsurface

connection with the Himalayas. The extension of the Delhi ridge to the base of Himalayas is

known as Delhi-Haradwar ridge.

Source: GWYB New Delhi District 2015-16

Figure-3.1: Geology of Delhi Region




3.2.3 Climate

The climate of NCT Delhi is mainly influenced by its inland position and the prevalence of

air of the continental type during the major part of the year. Extreme dryness with the

intensely hot summer and cold winter are the characteristics of the climate. Only during the

three-monsoon months July, August, and September does air of oceanic origin penetrate to

this state and causes increased humidity, cloudiness and precipitation. The year can broadly

be divided into four seasons. The cold season starts in late November and extends up to the

beginning of March. This is followed by the hot season, which lasts till about the end of June

when the monsoon arrives over the state. The monsoon continues to the last week of

September. The two post monsoon months October and November constitute a transition

period from the monsoon to winter condition. Extreme recorded temperatures of Delhi were

0.6 °C (10 January 1935) to 47 °C in summer.

Source: GWYB Delhi 2015-16

3.2.4 Seismicity of the Area

Many parts of India subcontinent have historically high seismicity. Seven catastrophic

earthquakes of magnitude greater than 8 (Richter scale) have occurred in the western,

northern and eastern part of India and adjacent countries in the past 100 years. Earthquake of

magnitude between 4 to 5 has occurred in Delhi NCR region in past history.

The study area lies in EARTHQUAKE HAZARD ZONE IV (based on the Vulnerability

Atlas of India-2nd Edition, BMTPC).

Figure-3.2: Location of Project Site Seismicity of the Area

Project

Site




3.2.5 Flood Hazard Zonation Map

As per “Vulnerability Atlas – 2nd

addition; Peer Group, MoH&UPA; based on digitized data

of SOI, GOI; Flood ATLAS, Task Force Report, CWC.GOI” the project site falls under “area

liable to flood”.

Figure-3.3: Location of Project on Flood Zone map of Delhi

3.2.6 Drainage

The river Yamuna flowing in North-South direction controls the entire drainage system. The

river has meandering courses with an abandoned channels in the form of stagnant water

bodies along the course.

The Drainage map of the study area along with the contours is given in Figure-3.4 below

Project

Site




Figure-3.4: Drainage Map of the Study Area




3.2.7 Hydrogeology

The NCT area is constituted of quaternary alluvium and the Alwar quartzite of Delhi super

group rocks of the Aravalli Mountain Range. The ridge extending from south to northeast in

Delhi represents the northern-most tip of the Aravalli stratigraphy. The territory is occupied

by quartzite’s inter-bedded with mica schist overlain by unconsolidated quaternary to recent

sediments. Hydro-geologically, the NCT Delhi comprises Pre-Cambrian quartzite rock

formation which extend as NE-SW ridge in Delhi. Most area west of the Ridge is occupied

with older alluvium that comprises sand, silt, clay, silty clay and kankar beds in various

proportions. The kankar occurs both as beds and as nodular lenses. The Younger alluvium is

present east of the Ridge alongside Yamuna River. Alluvium forms the main aquifer in the

area and is characterized by the presence of number of sand beds which form water bearing

zones as aquifers. The Yamuna flood plain is characterized by abandoned channels, cut off

meanders, meander scrolls, channel and point bars.

Source: CGWB New Delhi 2013

3.2.7.1 Depth of Ground Water Level

The NCT area is constituted of quaternary alluvium and the Alwar quartzites of Delhi super

group rocks of the Aravalli Mountain Range. The ridge extending from south to northeast in

Delhi represents the northern-most tip of the Aravalli stratigraphy. The territory is occupied by

quartzite’s. inter-bedded with mica schist overlain by unconsolidated quaternary to recent

sediments.

As per the study carried out on the project site, it was observed that the ground water level is

20 mbgl.

Source: Ground Water Monitoring Report 2017

As per the Central Ground Water Authority, Ground water potential has been classified into

five zones, i.e.

1. Safe Zone

2. Exploited

3. Semi-Critical

4. Critical

5. Over-Exploited

As per the Central Ground Water Authority, Department of Water Resources and eligibility

criteria, our area comes under the Over-Exploited Zone.

Fluctuations may occur in the measured depth due to seasonal variations in rainfall and

surface evaporation rates.

3.2.7.2 Water Level Trend

The depth to water level recorded in the state of Delhi during Premonsoon 2017 ranges from

1.84 m bgl to 58.89 m bgl (South District). It is observed that only 2% of the wells have

shown water level in the range of 0-2 m bgl. About 21 % of the wells analyzed have shown

water level in the range of 2-5 m bgl, about 26% of the wells have shown water level in the

range of 5-10 m bgl and 27 % wells show water level in the range of 10-20 m bgl. Deeper




water level in the range of 20-40 m bgl and more than 40 m bgl are shown by 16% & 9% of

the wells analysed respectively. It is observed that Southern parts of Delhi show deeper water

levels of more than 20 m bgl. Map showing Depth to water level map of Delhi mentioned in

the Figure 3.5. Our project falls in New Delhi zone, where depth to water level is at 10-20 m. Source: Ground Water Monitoring Report 2017

Source: GWYB Delhi 2015-16

Figure- 3.5: Depth of water level

Project

Site




Figure- 3.6: Depth of water level

Project Site




3.3 ESTABLISHMENT OF BASELINE

3.3.1 LAND USE PATTERN

The objective of assessing the land use details of the area is to know the existing land use

pattern of the area and enable one to know about the land that can be used for the

development activities in the area. It also enables to envisage the scenario emerging due to

the increase in demand for land with increase in population and the impacts arising due to the

interface with the various project activities.

Geographical location of the project site

The project site located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-

110023. The total Plot area of the development project is 12,140 m2. The study area is falling

in H43X-2, H43X-3, H43X-6 and H43X-7 of Survey of India Toposheets.

Materials and Methods

The equipment used during the period of site survey is GARMIN GPSMAP 78 series for

collection of coordinates of site and surrounding.

Satellite data:

The Indian Remote sensing satellite data LANDSAT-8, OLI has been used for the analysis

of Land Use and Land Cover around 10 km of the study area. The detail of Satellite data used

for the present study area is provided in Table-3.2 given below:

Table-3.2: Satellite Data covering the Study Area

S. No Satellite Sensor Path Row Date

1. LANDSAT-8 OLI 146 40 01-DEC-2018

Topographical maps of the study area

The project site “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri

New Delhi by Hotel Leelaventures Ltd. falling on Survey of India toposheets no. 53H-6,

53H-7 and 53H-10 on 1:50,000 scale, which is used for preparation of Topographical map,

Drainage and Contour Map of the study area (10 km radius). These maps are prepared to

study the topography and site surrounding of project site.

Methodology

The land use / land cover map is prepared by adopting the interpretation techniques of the

image in conjunction with collateral data such as Survey of India topographical maps. Image

classification can be done by using visual interpretation techniques and digital classification

using ERDAS IMAGING the image processing software. The various activities for

preparation of LULC include preprocessing, rectification, enhancements and classifying the

satellite data for assessing the change in land use land cover due to developmental activities.




The imagery is interpreted and ground checked for corrections. The final map is prepared

after ground truthing. The different land use/land cover categories in the study area has been

carried out based on the NRSC land use / land cover classification system. The details of

categories of Land Use Land Cover are provided in the Table-3.3 below:

Flowchart showing the methodology adopted for land use/land cover mapping is provided as

Figure 3.7.

Figure-3.7: Flowchart showing methodology for LULC Mapping

Land Use Land Cover of the study area

The LULC map around the 10 Km radius of project is provided as Figure 3.8.




Figure 3.8: Land Use/Land Cover Map




3.3.2 SOIL ENVIRONMENT

3.3.2.1 Soil Type

On the basis of soil formation, the soil of Delhi can be classified into four broad divisions

such as Khadar (new alluvium), Banger (old alluvium), Dabar soil low lying areas and Kohi

soil (rocky areas).

Khadars the soils of recent flood plain is about 18 percent of the area such soils exhibit a

distinct stratification being finer on the surface and courser below. It is usually silt to sandy

loam. These soils are mostly calcareous in nature. Bangar is mainly restricted in north

western part of Delhi which account for apart 15 percent of the area. Large tract of bangar is

usually affected by water logging during rainy season due to poor drainage. Sand dunes are

present in the area, which are formed by aeolian deposits. These soils are coarse loamy in

texture. These are generally fertile soils with high moisture contents. However

saline and alkaline patches are not uncommon. Dabar soil are mainly concentrated in south

western part of the territory which account for about 8 percent of the area. Texturally these

soils are generally sandy loam. Large areas of dabar are covered by saline and alkaline soils

due to poor drainage.

Kohi is composed of quartzites or sandstones of the Delhi ridge, which is account for about

10 percent of Delhi. The texture of such soils varies from sandy loam to clay loam Due to the

uneven topography; these soils are subjected to a severe degree of erosion. Figure 3.10 gives

the Alluvial plains and associated soil types in Delhi.

As per baseline data study area Brown, Dark Brown and Grey as per Soil sample collected on

17/12/2018 in study Area and on 18/12/2018 in Project Site. The soil colour of the project

site is Brown. Photographs of Soil sampling of the Project site is mentioned in Photograph

No. 2 of Annexure-XIX.

Figure 3.10: Soil Map of NCT Delhi

Project

Site




3.3.2.2 Methodology for Soil Sampling

Random soil samples were collected and homogenized samples were then analyzed in the

laboratory. The physical and chemical characteristics of the soil of the study area have been

assessed by analyzing various parameters as per the methods described in “Soil Chemical

Analysis” (USDA method). The soil quality of the study area has been assessed by collecting

samples from 5 different locations as mentioned below in Table 3.4.

3.3.2.3 Soil Quality

Soil sampling was done to further establish the baseline characteristics and to assess the

anticipated impacts due to project. Soil sampling locations were identified primarily based on

the land use pattern of the study area. Soil sample was collected from 5 sampling location

located within 10 km area of project site.

Details of Soil sampling location are given in Table-3.4 and sampling locations are depicted

in Figure-3.11. Soil sample was analyzed for different Physico-Chemical properties.

Analytical result of the soil sample is given in Table-3.5.

Table 3.4: Soil Sampling Location

S.

No. Sampling Location

Distance from

the Project Site

(km)

Direction from

Project Site

Location

Code

1. Project Site - - SQ 1

2. Chanakyapuri 1.5 North-West (NW) SQ 2

3. Near Safdarjung Airport 1 North-East (NE) SQ 3

4. Sarojini Nagar 1 East (E) SQ 4

5. Ranji Nagar 2 South-West (SE) SQ 5




SQ 2 SQ 3

SQ 4

SQ 5

SQ 1

Figure 3.11: Soil Quality Monitoring Station




Table 3.5: Properties of Soil Quality

S.

No. Parameter Unit SQ1 SQ2 SQ3 SQ4 SQ5

1 pH (1:5) - 9.27 9.18 8.13 8.18 8.42

2 Conductivity

(1:5) µmhos/cm 367 171 233.3 254.3 186

3 Color - Brown Dark Brown Grey Grey Brown

4 Texture Sandy Clay

loam Clay loam Clay loam

Sandy Clay

loam Clay loam

Silt % 12 16 20 16 20

Clay % 36 40 32 38 30

Sand % 52 44 48 46 48

5

Sodium

Absorption

Ratio

- 0.53 0.422 0.66 0.36 0.33

6

Cation

Exchange

Capacity

Meq/100gm 18.33 23.2 29.05 27.18 24

7 Porosity % 47.4 46 46 45 53

8 Water Holding

Capacity % 36 37 36 42 28

9 Bulk Density gm/cc 1.2 1.1 1.2 1.1 1.33

10 Chloride as Cl mg/kg 506 405 132.8 202 304

11 Calcium as Ca mg/kg 1442 3525 2080.8 4085 3524

12 Sodium as Na mg/kg 115 103 180 95 82

13 Potassium as K mg/kg 40 110 195 145 75

14 Magnesium

as Mg mg/kg 1261 579 2083.9 724 675

15 Organic

matter % 0.21 0.6 0.8 1.93 0.12

16 Available

Nitrogen mg/kg 81 82 78 146 48

17 Phosphorous mg/kg 73.2 43 84 71 32

3.3.2.4 Result & Conclusion

The result shows that the pH varies between 8.13 to 9.27 from SQ1 to SQ5. Most crops grow

best if the soil pH is in between 6.0-7.5. The bulk density present in the soil sample varies

between 1.1-1.33 g/cc. Conductivity in the soil sample varies from 171 – 254.3 µmhos/cm.

Sodium Absorption Ratio varies from 0.33-0.66.




3.3.3 WATER ENVIRONMENT

3.3.3.1 Water Quality

Selected water quality parameters of ground water and surface water resources within 5 km

radius of the study area has been studied for assessing the water environment and evaluate

anticipated impact of the hotel project. Understanding the water quality is essential in

preparation of Environmental Impact Assessment and to identify critical issues with a view to

suggest appropriate mitigation measures for implementation.

The purpose of this study is to:

Assess the water quality characteristics; and

Predict the impact on water resource availability and water quality, due to the existing

project, and related activities.

The information required has been collected through primary data collection and secondary

sources. Five (05) ground water sources covering 5 km radial distance were examined for

physio-chemical, heavy metals and bacteriological parameters. The samples were collected

and analyzed once during the study period. The samples were analyzed as per the IS-

10500:2012 and procedures specified in 'Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and

Wastewater' published by American Public Health Association (APHA).

3.3.3.2 Ground Water Quality

Ground water sampling was done within 10 km radius of the project site. List of groundwater

sampling location is given in Table 3.6 and sampling location in Figure 3.12. Ground water

samples were collected from 05 sampling location. These samples were taken as grab

samples. Ground water sample is analyzed as per IS 10500:2012. The result of the analyzed

ground water sample is given in Table 3.7.

3.3.3.3 Methodology for Water Sampling

Plastic bottles used for sampling and these bottles were cleaned with Nitric acid or

Hydrochloric acid. Water samples collected in these bottles/containers and a preservative was

added immediately to each sample and samples were then sent to the laboratory for analysis.




Table 3.6: Description of Ground Water Sampling Locations

S.


Distance from

the Project Site

(km)

Direction from

Project Site

Location

Code

1. Project Site - - GWQ 1

2. Chanakyapuri 1.5 North-West (NW) GWQ 2

3. Near Safdarjung

Airport 1

North-East (NE) GWQ 3

4. Sarojini Nagar 1 East (E) GWQ 4

5. Ranji Nagar 2 South-West (SW) GWQ 5

EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-110023 by M/s

Hotel Leelaventure Ltd.


Figure-3.12: Ground Water Sampling Locations

GW 2

GW 3

GW 4

GW 5 GW 1




Table 3.7: Results of Ground Water

S.

N. Parameter Test Method

Requirement

(Acceptable

Limit)

Permissible

Limit in the

absence of

Alternate Source

GWQ1 GWQ2 GWQ3 GWQ4 GWQ5

1 Color (hazen) IS 3025 (Pt-04) 5 15 <5.0 <5.0 <5.0 <5.0 <5.0

2 Odour IS 3025 (Pt-05) Unobjectio

nable Unobjectionable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

3 pH IS 3025 (Pt-11) 6.5-8.5 No relaxation 7.03 7.22 7.11 7.29 7.12

4 Taste IS 3025 (Pt-08) Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

5 Turbidity (NTU) IS 3025 (Pt-10) 1 5 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0

6 Total Dissolved

Solids(mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-16) 500 2000 746 583 765 686 1046

7 Ammonia (as total

ammonia-N) (mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-34) 0.5 No relaxation <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0

8 Anionic Detergents

(as MBAS) (mg/l) Annex K of IS 13428 0.2 1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1

9. Calcium as Ca (mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-40) 75 200 93 70.5 <1.0 81.7 131.5

10. Chloramines (as Cl2) IS 3025 (Pt-26) 1.0 No relaxation <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0 <1.0

11. Chloride as Cl (mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-32) 250 1000 178.4 79 142 118 294

12. Fluoride as F (mg/l) APHA 22ND Ed 4500F 1 1.5 0.96 0.98 <0.01 0.6 0.7

13. Free Residual

Chlorine IS 3025 (Pt-26) 0.2* 1* <0.005 <0.005 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05

14. Nitrate as NO3 (mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-34) 45 No relaxation 4.3 7.5 5.75 11.63 15.1

15. Phenolic Compounds

(as C6H5OH (mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-43) 0.001 0.002 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

16. Sulphate as SO4

(mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-24) 200 400 74 53.7 106 82 72.6

17. Sulphide as H2S(mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-29) 0.005 No relaxation <0.005 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05

18 Total Alkalinity as

CaCO3 (mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-23) 200 600 232 208 240 220 252

19 Total Hardness as IS 3025 (Pt-21) 200 600 356 256 360 344 492




S.

N. Parameter Test Method

Requirement

(Acceptable

Limit)

Permissible

Limit in the

absence of

Alternate Source

GWQ1 GWQ2 GWQ3 GWQ4 GWQ5

CaCO3(mg/l)

20 Cyanide (as CN)

(mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-27) 0.05 No relaxation <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02

21 Aluminum (as Al)

(mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.03 0.2 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

22 Barium (as Ba)(mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.7 No relaxation <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1

23 Boron (as B) (mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.5 1 <0.2 <0.2 <0.2 <0.2 <0.2

24 Copper (as Cu) (mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.05 1.5 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05

25 Iron as Fe(mg/l) IS 3025 (Pt-53) 1 No relaxation 0.08 0.08 0.08 0.06 0.1

26 Magnesium as

Mg(mg/l)

APHA 22ND Ed.3500

mg B 30 100 34 19.4 30.1 34 40

27 Manganese as

Mn(mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.1 0.3 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

28 Selenium (as Se)

(mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.01 No relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

29 Silver (as Ag) (mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.1 No relaxation <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05

30 Zinc (as Zn) (mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 5 15 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05

31 Cadmium (as Cd)

(mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.003 No relaxation <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003

32 Lead (as Pb) (mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.01 No relaxation <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003 <0.003

33 Mercury (as Hg) (mg/l) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.001 No relaxation <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

34 Molybdenum (as

MO), mg/l APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.07 No relaxation <0.005 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05

35 Nickel (as Ni) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.02 No relaxation <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02

36 Total Arsenic (as As) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.01 No relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

37 Total Chromium(as Cr) APHA 23rd Ed.3120B 0.05 No relaxation <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05 <0.05




3.3.3.4 Result and Conclusion

The results for the ground water samples analyzed and are compared with the IS-10500:2012

standards. The pH of the water samples collected ranges between pH 7.03 to 7.29.The Total

Hardness recorded in between 256 to 492 mg/l in the sample. Total dissolve solid ranging

from 583-1046 mg/l.

The physicochemical quality of the ground water sources at and around the project site has

been analyzed, which indicates that almost all the parameters analyzed are within “Maximum

Acceptable Limits As per IS: 10500-2012. The values of ground water quality of Ranji Nagar

is found a little higher, However within the “Maximum Acceptable Limits As per IS: 10500-

2012.




3.3.4 AIR ENVIRONMENT

Air pollution can cause significant impacts on environment, subsequently on humans,

animals, vegetation and materials. Air pollution primarily affects the respiratory (e.g. by fine

dust), circulatory (e.g. by carbon monoxide) and olfactory (e.g. by odors) systems in humans.

In most cases, air pollution aggravates pre-existing diseases or degrades health status, making

people more susceptible to other infections or the development of chronic respiratory and

cardiovascular diseases. Environmental impacts from air pollution can include acidic

deposition and reduction in visibility.

Although not a major contributor to air pollution, the building sector often emit pollutants

into the ambient air during both construction and operational phases.

Activities during these phases will primarily emit Particulate Matter (PM10 & PM2.5),

Nitrogen Oxides (NO2), Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Sulphur Dioxide (SO2).

During the construction phase of the project, following pollutants are anticipated:

PM10, PM2.5 from all construction activities.

During the operational phase of the project, the following pollutants are anticipated:

NOx, PM, CO, SO2 and CH4 from DG sets.

NO2, PM10, PM2.5, CO and SOx from vehicular traffic.

3.3.4.1 Meteorological Data

Assessment of the meteorology is important parameter to understand the nature and extent of

air pollution in the study area. Climate has an important role in the build-up of pollution

levels.

Winter is critical for air pollution build-up because of frequent calm conditions with

temperature inversions resulting in poor atmospheric mixing, natural ventilation and high

emission loads. The classification of months according to the seasons is given below: -

Season Period

Pre-Monsoon March to May

Monsoon June to September

Post Monsoon October to December

Winter December to February

On-site monitoring was undertaken for various meteorological variables i.e. Temperature,

wind speed, wind direction, relative humidity in order to generate the site-specific data from

29th

Nov. to 31st

December 2018. The generated data are then compared with the

Climatological Normals (1971-2000), GoI, Ministry of Earth Science, IMD & Meteorological

data generated by nearest India Meteorological Department (IMD) station located at

Safdarjung for the Period of 2001-2010.

Sources of meteorological data:

IMD Station (Secondary source)




Secondary Data Collected from IMD Safdarjung

Secondary data from Safdarjung for the period of 2000-2010 has been collected for

Temperature, relative humidity, Rainfall, Wind Speed and Direction.

3.3.4.2 Meteorological Data at IMD Safdarjung Station (Secondary)

Long-term climate data is also used to predict the air pollution impacts during all

meteorological conditions of the area, and for devising baseline ambient air quality

monitoring plans. Long-term climate trend data was obtained from the closest surface Indian

Meteorological Department (IMD) station, located at the Safdarjung Meteorological Station,

in New Delhi. The data for meteorological study of the period 2001 to 2010 has been

considered & Climatological Normals (1971-2000), GoI, Ministry of Earth Science, IMD.

The data for meteorological parameter such as Temperature, Relative Humidity, Rainfall, and

Wind Speed & Direction are given in Table- 3.8 (a-g).

3.3.4.3 Temperature

The average temperature between 2001 to 2010 was observed to be between 18.8⁰C to

32.3⁰C

Meteorological Data from Safdarjung Observatory (2001-2010)

Table-3.8(a): Averaged Maximum and Minimum Temperature (Deg. C.)

Year Average Min Average Max Average Temperature

2001 18.8 31.6 25.2

2002 19.5 30.5 25.0

2003 18.9 30.8 24.9

2004 19.4 31.9 25.6

2005 18.8 31.5 25.2

2006 18.9 32.3 25.6

2007 19.1 31.7 25.4

2008 18.8 31.4 25.1

2009 19.5 32.3 25.9

2010 20.2 32.0 26.1

3.3.4.4 Relative Humidity

The Relative humidity during 2001-2010 at 0830 Hrs. was measured between 37.8% - 94.8%

Table-3.8 (b): Minimum and Maximum Relative Humidity at 0830 Hrs. IST (%)

Year Min Max Average

2001 60.3 88.3 73.9

2002 41.9 88.2 70.0

2003 37.8 92.7 72.9

2004 47.8 91.8 72.0




Year Min Max Average

2005 38.5 87.2 68.7

2006 43.3 85.4 72.5

2007 53.6 94.8 80.9

2008 51.1 88.4 76.3

2009 42.1 91.0 70.8

2010 38.3 94.3 74.6

Table-3.8 (c): Minimum and Maximum Relative Humidity at 1730 Hrs. IST (%)

Yearly Min Max Average

2001 34.8 69.0 51.5

2002 20.5 70.4 48.2

2003 21.5 73.7 50.8

2004 26.4 71.6 47.6

2005 17.0 70.0 44.8

2006 20.0 67.0 45.8

2007 23.8 68.4 49.0

2008 22.4 65.9 46.9

2009 22.4 83.4 50.0

2010 19.8 76.3 52.9

The Relative humidity during 2000-2010 at 1730 Hrs. was measured between 17.0% - 83.4%

3.3.4.5 Rainfall

The project site lies from Safdarjung airport to East side. Therefore the rainfall characteristics

of nearby Safdarjung may be considered for reference purpose. The normal annual rainfall is

600 mm while the wettest month is August with average rain fall of 205.8 mm followed by

July having average rainfall of 194.4 mm.

Table-3.8 (d): Monthly Total of Rainfall (inches)

Year Min Max Yearly Average

2001 0.0 7.5 1.9

2002 0.0 6.8 1.5

2003 0.0 20.4 3.2

2004 0.0 17.2 3.0

2005 0.0 7.7 2.0

2006 0.0 10.1 2.1

2007 0.0 6.9 2.2

2008 0.0 11.1 2.7

2009 1.4 23.9 7.4

2010 0.2 19.8 7.5




3.3.4.6 Wind Velocity

The normal annual mean wind speed in the district is 6.7 kmph while the highest normal

wind speed is 9.2 kmph in the month of June followed by 8.3 kmph in May. The annual

normal potential evapotranspiration of the district is 1545.3 mm. The maximum Potential

Evapotranspiration (PET) occurs in the month of June followed by May with 225.3 mm and

222.2 mm respectively.

Table-3.8 (e): Monthly Averaged Wind Speed at 0830 hrs. (KMPH)

Year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Yearly

Average

2001 4.6 3.7 5.6 5.6 7.8 6.5 7.1 11.1 7.7 1.2 2.4 3.2 5.5

2002 2.8 3.3 4.0 5.7 6.5 6.4 13.6 5.8 4.7 3.1 2.3 2.6 5.1

2003 3.4 4.4 5.2 5.4 7.1 11.7 7.4 3.4 2.0 0.4 2.3 2.7 4.6

2004 3.5 3.9 5.0 6.3 9.2 6.0 8.3 5.6 4.8 1.3 1.3 4.1 4.9

2005 3.2 5.7 5.1 6.1 6.4 6.9 5.7 10.8 7.0 3.4 3.1 2.2 5.5

2006 6.1 4.9 5.7 5.0 5.8 6.3 6.8 9.7 5.0 2.6 1.5 2.9 5.2

2007 5.0 4.1 6.7 5.7 5.1 7.9 8.4 7.0 2.3 3.4 0.7 3.3 5.0

2008 2.5 3.1 6.6 6.7 8.6 8.5 8.1 8.9 4.1 6.6 1.9 2.6 5.7

2009 4.1 4.9 2.8 8.6 7.8 8.5 8.1 8.9 4.1 2.8 1.1 1.0 5.2

2010 2.7 4.3 4.2 5.5 7.7 8.9 5.4 5.0 7.8 3.7 1.6 2.5 4.9

Table-3.8(f): Monthly Averaged Wind Speed at 1730 hrs. (KMPH)

Year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Yearly

Average

2001 6.6 9.1 8.6 9.2 9.0 6.7 8.2 9.1 9.1 3.2 1.6 2.7 6.9

2002 6.3 6.6 9.3 8.2 7.2 4.1 7.6 5.2 6.9 4.0 1.3 2.4 5.7

2003 5.5 7.7 10.5 9.1 10.6 8.5 7.0 3.9 3.0 1.0 2.1 2.8 6.0

2004 5.3 8.6 10.7 6.3 8.8 6.5 6.8 4.1 5.1 1.9 0.6 4.7 5.8

2005 6.7 11.3 10.1 10.9 10.1 7.4 6.3 6.7 7.5 1.8 2.0 1.8 6.9

2006 9.4 10.7 10.7 8.3 6.9 7.5 6.4 8.3 3.3 2.8 1.7 3.4 6.6

2007 7.5 8.9 11.8 9.7 5.8 7.9 7.6 4.1 5.5 3.5 0.5 4.6 6.5

2008 6.9 10.1 11.3 13.1 10.1 12.2 5.4 4.6 4.8 1.0 0.6 2.1 6.9

2009 5.5 9.5 9.5 13.5 7.4 12.2 5.4 4.6 4.8 0.9 0.6 1.0 6.2

2010 3.5 7.6 9.4 11.1 8.0 12.5 9.7 4.8 4.1 3.4 2.0 2.4 6.5

The maximum average wind speed was 13.5 KMPH in the month of April in the year 2009.

3.3.4.7 Wind Direction

The predominant wind direction in the month of December from 2001-2010 is given in

Table-3.8 (g)




Table-3.8 (g): Predominant Wind Direction of study period for 10 Years

Year October November December

2001 WNW W SE

2002 NW WNW E

2003 Calm Calm NW

2004 Calm Calm WNW

2005 NW NW NW

2006 NW NW NW

2007 NW NW NW

2008 NW NW WNW

2009 NW NW Calm

2010 NW WNW Calm

Source: Indian Meteorological Department

From the above data it is inferred that the predominant wind direction in the past 10 years

(2001-2010) is from North-West to South-East. The monitoring locations are marked as per

this predominant wind direction.




Figure-3.13: Wind rose for the December 2018




3.3.4.8 Ambient Air Quality

The ambient air quality with respect to the study zones of 5 km radius around the Hotel

project forms the baseline information. The prime objective of the baseline air quality study

was to assess the existing air quality of the area. This will also be useful for assessing the

conformity to standards of the ambient air quality during the operation of project. The study

area mainly represents urban environment.

Air monitoring was done at The Leela Hotel, located within approximately 1 km from the

project site.

3.3.4.9 Methodology adopted for Air Quality monitoring

Selection of Sampling Locations

The baseline status of the ambient air quality has been assessed through a scientifically

designed ambient air quality monitoring network. The design of monitoring network in the air

quality surveillance program has been based on the considerations-

Meteorological condition according to prominent wind direction;

Topography of the study area;

Representatives of likely impact areas (receptors).

Frequency and Parameters of Sampling

Ambient air quality monitoring was done at a frequency of 2 days per week for one month at

all 5 monitoring stations during Post Monsoon Season (29th

Nov to December’2018). The

baseline data of air environment was monitored for parameters mentioned below as per

revised MoEF&CC Notification dated 16th November 2009.

Particulate Matter (PM10)

Particulate Matter (PM2.5)

Sulphur dioxide (SO2)

Nitrogen Oxide (NO2)

Carbon monoxide (CO)

3.3.4.10 Details of the sampling locations

Sampling Locations were within 2 km of the study area and location details are given in

Table- 3.9 & in Figure-3.14. The stations were selected to assess present pollution levels.

Table-3.9: Description of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations

S. No. Sampling Location

Distance from the

Project Site

(km)

Direction from

Project Site

Location

Code

1. Project Site - - AAQ 1

2. Chanakyapuri 1.5 North-West (NW) AAQ 2

3. Near Safdarjung Airport 1 North-East (NE) AAQ 3

4. Sarojini Nagar 1 East (E) AAQ 4

5. Ranji Nagar 2 South-West (SW) AAQ 5




AAQ

2 AAQ 3

AAQ

4

AAQ 5

AAQ 1

Figure-3.14: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Locations




Duration of Sampling

The sampling duration for PM10, PM2.5, SO2, and NO2 is twenty-four hours continuous

samples per day for Twice in a week for 1month 29th

November to 22nd

December 2018 and

CO is 8 hours. This is to allow a comparison with the present revised standards mentioned in

the latest Gazette Notification of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Method of Air Monitoring

Samplers were used for monitoring of PM10 (<10 microns), PM2.5, SO2, NO2 and CO. The

sampling equipment was placed at a height of 3 to 3.5 meters above ground level at each

monitoring station, thus negating the effects of windblown ground dust. The equipment was

placed at open space free from trees and vegetation which otherwise act as a sink of

pollutants resulting in lower levels in monitoring results. At locations close to internal roads,

the equipment was placed at least 10 m away from such roads to avoid influence of traffic

exhaust emissions.

The samples for Respirable Suspended Particulate Matter (PM10), Fine Particulate Matter

(PM2.5), SO2 and NO2, were collected with Respirable Dust Samplers (RDS) (make: Ecotech

instruments) along with gaseous sampling impingers. Glass micro-fibre filter papers (GFA

Sheets, Whatman) were used for the collection of Respirable Suspended Particulate Matter

(PM10). PM2.5 was collected using PTFE filter paper (47 mm). SO2 was collected by drawing

air through absorbing solution of Potassium Tetrachloromercurate (TCM) (EPA Modified

West and Gaeke Method) and NO2 was collected by drawing air through the mixture of

absorbing solutions of sodium hydroxide and sodium arsenite (Na-Arsenite method or Jacobs

and Hochheiser Method). The measurement of both SO2 and NO2 was done calorimetrically.

CO have been measured using Gas chromatography. All the sampling and analyses were

carried out as per IS-5182. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring methodology has summarized in

Table-3.13

Table-3.10: Methodology for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

Parameter Measurement Methods

PM10 IS: 5182 Part 23rd

(Gravimetric Method)

PM2.5 FRM 35(4): 339- 342 (Gravimetric Method)

SO2 IS : 5182 Part 2nd

(B) Modified West & Gaeke method)

NO2 IS : 5182 Part 6th

(Jacobs-Hochheiser (J-H) method)

CO Gas Chromatography

3.3.4.11 Presentation of Primary Data

Various statistical parameters like 98th percentile, average, maximum and minimum values

have been computed from the observed raw data for all the AAQ monitoring stations. The

results of monitoring carried out for One month are presented in Table-3.10(a)-3.10(e).

These are compared with the standards prescribed as per NAAQS standards 2009 given in

Table-3.11.




Table-3.11: National Ambient Air Quality Standard, dated 16th

November, 2009

POLLUTANT

TIME

WEIGHTED

AVERAGE

CONCENTRATION IN AMBIENT AIR

METHODS OF

MEASUREMENT

INDUSTRIAL,

RESIDENTIAL,

RURAL AND

OTHER AREA

ECOLOGICALLY

SENSITIVE AREA

(NOTIFIED BY

CENTRAL

GOVERNMENT)

Sulphur Dioxide

(SO2), g/m3

Annual Av* 50 20 -Improved West & Gaeke

-Ultraviolet Fluorescence 24 hours** 80 80

Nitrogen Dioxide

(NO2), g/m3

Annual* 40 30 -Modified Jacob &

Hochheiser (Na-Arsenite)

-Chemiluminiscence 24 hours** 80 80

Particulate Matter

(size less than 10μm)

or PM-10, g/m3

Annual Av* 60 60 -Gravimetric

-TOEM

-Beta Attenuation 24 hours** 100 100

Particulate Matter

(size less than

2.5μm) or PM-2.5,

g/m3

Annual Av*

40

40

-Gravimetric

-TOEM

-Beta Attenuation 24 hours** 60 60

CO, mg/m3

8 hours*

02

02

-Non-Dispersive Infra

Red Spectroscopy

(NDIR) 1 hour** 04 04

*Annual arithmetic mean of minimum 104 measurements in a year at a particular site taken

twice a week 24 hourly at uniform intervals.

**24 hourly or 8 hourly or 1 hourly monitored values, as applicable, shall be complied with

98% of the time in a year. 2% of the time, they may exceed the limits but not on two

consecutive days of monitoring.

Note:

Wherever monitoring results on two consecutive days of monitoring exceed the limits

specified above for the respective category, it shall be considered adequate reason to institute

regular or continuous monitoring and further investigation.

3.3.4.12 Monitoring Results

Monitoring result of the locations of Ambient Air Quality for the Period of 29th

November to

22nd

December 2018 is given in Table-3.12(a) - 3.12 (e).




MONITORING RESULTS FOR THE MONTH OF 29th

NOVEMBER

to 22nd

DECEMBER 2018

Table-3.12 (a): Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Project Site (AAQ 1)

Ambient Air Quality Data November - December’ 2018 Location: AAQ 1 (Project site)

S. N Date PM10, µg/m³ PM2.5, µg/m³ SO2, µg/m³ NO2, µg/m³ CO, mg/m³ AQI

DD-MM-YY IS 5182

(Pt-23)

ELPL/III/SOP/23 IS 5182

(Pt-02)

IS 5182

(Pt-06)

IS 5182

(Pt-10)

1. 29-30 Nov 2018 276 81.4 22.4 42.1 0.8 226

2. 30-1Dec2018 288 84 22.8 38.9 0.7 238

3. 5-6 Dec 2018 280 82.4 20.6 40.8 0.9 230

4. 6-7 Dec 2018 291 86.5 19.7 43.4 1.2 241

5. 11-12 Dec 2018 272 74.5 18.4 38.2 0.6 222

6. 12-13 Dec 2018 281 80.9 15.6 34.7 0.9 231

7. 18-19 Dec 2018 295 76.8 13.1 33.3 0.8 245

8. 19-20 Dec 2018 292 92 16.8 40.4 1.1 242

Min 272 74.5 13.1 33.3 0.6 222

Max 295 92 22.8 43.4 1.2 245

Average 284.2 82.5 18.53 38.85 0.6 234.2

98th

Percentile 294.58 91.3 22.74 43.218 1.186 244.58

NAAQS

Standards

100 µg/m3 60 µg/m

3 80 µg/m

3 80 µg/

µg/m3

2.0 mg/m3

Table-3.12 (b): Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Chanakyapuri (AAQ 2)

Ambient Air Quality Data December’ 2018 Location: AAQ 2 (Chanakyapuri)

S.

N

Date PM10,µg/m³ PM2.5,µg/m³ SO2, µg/m³ NO2, µg/m³ CO, mg/m³ AQI

DD-MM-YY IS 5182 (Pt-

23)

ELPL/III/SOP/23 IS 5182

(Pt-02)

IS 5182

(Pt-06)

IS 5182

(Pt-10)

1. 29-30 Nov 2018 276 167 22.4 44.6 1.1 336

2. 30-01 Dec 2018 268 152 21.9 42.8 0.8 325

3. 5-6 Dec 2018 272 149 20.9 50.2 1.0 322

4. 6-7 Dec 2018 284 165 18.5 48.9 0.9 335

5. 11-12 Dec 2018 280 154 17.9 49.1 0.7 326

6. 12-13 Dec 2018 295 161 19.4 45.3 1.0 332

7. 18-19 Dec 2018 292 158 20.8 52.4 1.3 329

8. 19-20 Dec 2018 286 141 20.4 46.2 1.2 316

Min 268 141 17.9 42.8 0.7 316

Max 295 167 22.4 52.4 1.3 336

Average 281.6 155.5 20.25 47.47 1 327.3

98th

Percentile 294.58 166.72 22.33 52.092 1.286 335.86

NAAQS

Standards 100 µg/m

3 60 µg/m

3 80 µg/m

3

80 µg/

µg/m3

2.0 mg/m3




Table - 3.12 (c): Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Near Safdarjung Airport

Table – 3.12 (d): Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Sarojini Nagar (AAQ 4)

Ambient Air Quality Data December’ 2018 Location: AAQ 4 (Sarojini Nagar)

S. N Date PM10,µg/m³ PM2.5,µg/m³ SO2, µg/m³ NO2,

µg/m³

CO, mg/m³ AQI

DD-MM-YY IS 5182 (Pt-23) ELPL/III/SOP/23 IS 5182

(Pt-02)

IS 5182

(Pt-06)

IS 5182

(Pt-10)

1. 1-2 Dec 2018 267 321 20.4 40.6 0.7 455

2. 2-3 Dec 2018 279 374 20.8 39.8 0.8 495

3. 7-8 Dec 2018 262 378 18.5 46.7 1.0 498

4. 8-9 Dec 2018 282 346 21.2 42.3 1.1 474

5. 13-14 Dec 2018 271 274 25.6 45.5 1.1 418

6. 14-15 Dec 2018 275 348 24.4 43.6 0.7 475

7. 20-21 Dec 2018 288 353 26.3 50.2 0.6 479

8. 21-22 Dec 2018 295 371 22.2 42.8 0.7 493

Min 262 274 18.5 39.8 0.6 418

Max 295 378 26.3 50.2 1.1 498

Average 277.6 341.7 22.42 44.15 0.84 470.3

98th

Percentile 294.02 377.44 26.22 49.71 1.1 497.58

NAAQS

Standards

100 µg/m3 60 µg/m

3 80 µg/m

3 80 µg/

µg/m3

2.0 mg/m3

Ambient Air Quality Data December’ 2018 Location: AAQ 3

(Near Safdarjung Airport )

S.

N.

Date PM10, µg/m³ PM2.5, µg/m³ SO2, µg/m³ NO2, µg/m³ CO, mg/m³


(Pt-02)

IS 5182

(Pt-06)

IS 5182

(Pt-10)

AQI

1. 1-2 Dec 2018 285 277 22.6 43.1 0.9 421

2. 2-3 Dec 2018 276 268 16.4 46.7 0.7 414

3. 7-8 Dec 2018 291 299 20.1 50.9 1.1 432

4. 8-9 Dec 2018 262 280 17.5 48.3 0.8 423

5. 13-14 Dec 2018 264 256 19.3 49.2 1.2 405

6. 14-15 Dec 2018 280 289 21.8 47.1 0.9 430

7. 20-21 Dec 2018 257 307 18.2 56.8 1.0 444

8. 21-22 Dec 2018 288 347 22.1 44.6 1.1 475

Min 257 256 16.4 43.1 0.7 405

Max 291 347 22.6 56.8 1.2 475

Average 275.1 292.6 19.7 48.66 0.96 432.4

98th

Percentile 290.58 341.4 22.53 55.974 1.186 470.66

NAAQS

Standards

100 µg/m3 60 µg/m

3 80 µg/m

3 80 µg/

µg/m3

2.0 mg/m3




Table - 3.12 (e): Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results of Ranji Nagar (AAQ 5)

Ambient Air Quality Data December’ 2018 Location: AAQ 5 (Ranji Nagar)

S. N Date PM10,µg/m³ PM2.5,µg/m³ SO2, µg/m³ NO2, µg/m³ CO, mg/m³ AQI


(Pt-02)

IS 5182

(Pt-06)

IS 5182

(Pt-10)

1. 29-30 Nov.’2018 276 156 8.4 38.6 1.0 226

2. 30-1 Dec.’2018 280 148 1.06 42.1 1.1 247

3. 6-7 Dec 2018 260 137 9.6 42.6 0.8 210

4. 7-8 Dec 2018 268 149 8.1 40.1 0.9 218

5. 11-12 Dec 2018 259 162 7.6 39.2 0.7 209

6. 12-13 Dec 2018 298 124 8.2 43.6 0.8 248

7. 18-19 Dec 2018 290 135 6.5 44.2 0.6 240

8. 19-20 Dec 2018 288 141 10.2 36.8 0.8 238

Min 259 124 1.06 36.8 0.6 209

Max 298 162 10.2 44.2 1.1 248

Average 271.6 143.8 7.092 40.82 0.84 229.3

98th

Percentile 296.88 161.16 10.116 44.116 1.086 247.86

NAAQS

Standards

100 µg/m3 60 µg/m

3 80 µg/m

3 80 µg/

µg/m3

2.0 mg/m3

Monitoring station-wise statistical analysis (minimum, maximum, average and 98th

percentile) for measured value of PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NO2 and CO at study area for the

monitoring period are shown parameter wise in Table 3.12 (a-e).

(a) Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5)

The 24-hourly average PM2.5 concentrations varied station-wise from 82.5 g/m3 to 341

g/m3 during baseline monitoring period. In the study area, the 24-hourly average values of

PM2.5 observed at all locations were above the limit of NAAQS (60 g/m3). PM2.5 in the

project site is high due to commercialization activities and vehicular emission. The limit 60

g/m3 is stipulated for Residential, Rural and Other areas in the National Ambient Air

Quality Standards. Month wise variation of PM2.5 is pictorially shown in Figure-3.12

Table – 3.13: Summary of PM2.5 Levels Monitored during 29th

November

to 22nd

December 2018

PM2.5 (Fine Particulate Matter) µg/m3

Min. Max. Avg. 98 %tile NAAQS

AAQ1 74.5 92 82.5 91.3 60 µg/m3

AAQ2 141 167 155.5 166.72 60 µg/m3

AAQ3 256 347 292.6 341.4 60 µg/m3

AAQ4 274 378 341.7 377.44 60 µg/m3

AAQ5 124 162 143.8 161.16 60 µg/m3




Figure-3.15: Station Wise Variations of PM2.5 during 29th

November

to 22nd

December 2018

(b) Respirable Suspended Particulate Matter (PM10)

The average 24-hourly PM10 concentrations varied station-wise from 271.6 g/m3 to 284.2

g/m3 during baseline monitoring period. In the study area the 24-hourly average values of

PM10 observed at location AQ1, AQ2, AQ3 , AQ4 and AQ5 were higher than the limit of 100

g/m3. This is in line with the deteriorating air quality of the area.PM10 in the project site is

high due to the commercialization activities and vehicular emission. The Limit 100 g/m3 is

stipulated for Residential, Rural and Other areas in the National Ambient Air Quality

Standards. Station wise variation of PM10 values are pictorially shown in Figure-3.17

Table 3.14: Summary of PM10 Levels Monitored during

29th

November to 22nd

December 2018

PM10 (Fine Particulate Matter) µg/m3


AAQ1 272 295 284.2 294.58 100 µg/m3

AAQ2 268 295 281.6 294.58 100 µg/m3

AAQ3 257 291 275.1 290.58 100 µg/m3

AAQ4 262 295 277.6 294.02 100 µg/m3

AAQ5 259 298 271.6 296.88 100 µg/m3

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

400

AQ 1 AQ 2 AQ 3 AQ 4 AQ 5

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PM 2.5 29th November to 22nd December 2018





Figure-3.16: Station Wise Variations of PM10 for 29th

November to

22nd

December 2018

(c) Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)

The 24-hourly average values of SO2 varied between 7.092 g/m3

to 22.42 g during baseline

monitoring period. Overall in all cases in the study area the 24-hourly average values of SO2

observed were below the limit of 80 g/m3 for Residential, Rural and Other areas as

stipulated in the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Station wise variation of SO2 is

pictorially shown in Figure –3.18

Table – 3.15: Summary of SO2 Levels Monitored during 29th

November to

22nd

December 2018

SO2 (Sulphur di Oxide) µg/m3


AAQ1 13.1 22.8 18.53 22.74 80 µg/m3

AAQ2 17.9 22.4 20.25 22.33 80 µg/m3

AAQ3 16.4 22.6 19.7 22.53 80 µg/m3

AAQ4 18.5 26.3 22.42 26.22 80 µg/m3

AAQ5 1.06 10.2 7.092 10.116 80 µg/m3

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

AQ1 AQ2 AQ3 AQ4 AQ5

Co

nc.

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eter

PM10 (29th November to 22nd December 2018)

MIN MAX Average 98th %tile NAAQS




Figure – 3.17: Station Wise Variations of SO2 during 29th

November

to 22nd

December 2018

(d) Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)

The 24-hourly average values of NO2 varied between 38.85 g/m3

to 48.66 g/m3 during

baseline monitoring period. Overall in all cases in the study area the 24-hourly average values

of NO2 observed were below the NAAQS limit of 80 g/m3 for Residential, Rural and Other

areas as stipulated in the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Station wise variation of

NO2 is pictorially shown in Figure –3.19

Table – 3.16: Summary of NO2 Levels Monitored during 29th

November to

22nd

December 2018

NO2 (Nitrogen Di Oxide)µg/m3


AAQ1 33.3 43.4 38.85 43.218 80 µg/ µg/m3

AAQ2 42.8 52.4 47.47 52.092 80 µg/ µg/m3

AAQ3 43.1 56.8 48.66 55.974 80 µg/ µg/m3

AAQ4 39.8 50.2 44.15 1.1 80 µg/ µg/m3

AAQ5 36.8 44.2 40.82 44.116 80 µg/ µg/m3

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

AQ1 AQ2 AQ3 AQ4 AQ5

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eter

SO2 (29th November to 22nd December 2018 )

MIN MAX Average 98th %tile NAAQS




Figure-3.18: Station Wise Variations of NO2 during 29th

November

to 22nd

December 2018

(e) Carbon Monoxide (CO)

The 8 hourly averaged values of CO varied between 0.6 mg/m3 to 1 mg/m

3 during baseline

monitoring period. Overall in all cases of the study area, the 8 hourly average values of CO

observed were below the limit of 2.0 mg/m3 for Residential, Rural and Other areas as

stipulated in the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. Station wise variation of CO is

pictorially shown in Figure-3.20

Table – 3.17: Summary of CO Levels Monitored during 29th

November

to 22nd

December 2018

CO (Carbon Monoxide) mg/m3


AAQ1 0.6 1.2 0.6 1.186 2.0 mg/m3

AAQ2 0.7 1.3 1 1.286 2.0 mg/m3

AAQ3 0.7 1.2 0.96 1.186 2.0 mg/m3

AAQ4 0.6 1.1 0.84 1.1 2.0 mg/m3

AAQ5 0.6 1.1 0.84 1.086 2.0 mg/m3

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

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NO2 (29th November to 22nd December 2018)





Figure-3.19(a): Station Wise Variations of CO during 29th

November

to 22nd

December 2018

(F) Air Quality Index

Air Quality index (AQI) of project site ranging from 217-308 and falls under Poor category

according to the NAAQS mentioned below. AQI of Chanakyapuri ranging from 316-336 and

falls under Very poor category. AQI of near Safdarjung Airport ranging from 405- 475 and

falls under severe category. AQI of Sarojini Nagar ranging from 418-498 and falls under

severe category. AQI of Ranji Nagar ranging from 209-248 and falls under poor category.

AQI is very high at Near Safdarjung Area and Sarojini Nagar due to the vehicular movement

and other construction activities.

Categorization of AQI

Good

(0–50) Minimal Impact

Poor

(201–300)

Breathing discomfort to people on

prolonged exposure

Satisfactory Minor breathing discomfort

to sensitive people

Very Poor

(301–400)

Respiratory illness to the people on

prolonged exposure

(51–100)

Moderate Breathing discomfort to the

people with lung,

Severe Respiratory effects even on

healthy people

(101–200) heart disease, children and

older adults

(>401)

3.3.5 Noise Environment

The physical description of sound concerns its loudness as a function of frequency. The

movement of personnel, raw materials and finished goods from the industry would also result

in a moderate increase in the traffic, which would not result in any drastic change in either the

existing traffic pattern or noise levels of the area as accommodation facilities are within the

project site for most of the employees. Background noise levels were measured in 8 locations.

0.00

0.50

1.00

1.50

2.00

2.50

AQ1 AQ2 AQ3 AQ4 AQ5

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CO (29th November to 22nd December 2018)

Min Max Average 98th %tile NAAQS




A sound level meter was used for measuring the noise level at one hour interval continuously

for 24 hrs.

The measurements were carried out in such a way that the monitoring locations were 1 m

away from the sources and 1 m away from the edge of the roads. The limits as per CPCB

Standards for industrial, commercial & residential areas are presented in Table-3.21 as under.

Table-3.18: Ambient Noise Quality Standards

Area

Code Category of Area/ Zone

Limits in dB (A) Leq

Day Time

0600-2200 hrs

Night Time

2200-0600 hrs

(A) Industrial area 75 70

(B) Commercial Area 65 55

(C) Residential Area 55 45

(D) Silence Zone* 50 40

*Silence zone is an area comprising not less than 100 m around hospitals, educational institutions,

courts, religious places, or any other area that is declared as such by the competent authority.

3.3.5.1 Methodology for Noise Analysis

The noise analysis within the study area was recorded using SLM 100 sound level meter.

The instrument was calibrated with a Standard Acoustic calibrator before using in the field.

The measurements were carried out continuously for the 24-hour period to obtain hourly

equivalent sound pressure level, 1 hour Leq. From these values, day and night time as

well as 24-hour Leq values were also calculated. The Leq value is the equivalent

continuous sound level, which is equivalent to the same sound energy as the

fluctuating sound measured in the same period.

3.3.5.2 Details of Sampling Locations

All the sampling locations are shown below in Figure-3.21. Sampling Locations were within

2 km of the study Area and in Table-3.18. The stations were selected to assess present noise

levels.

Table-3.19: Ambient Noise Monitoring Locations

S.


Distance from

the Project Site

(km)

Direction from

Project Site

Location

Code

1. Project Site - - NQ 1

2. Chanakyapuri 1.5 North-West (NW) NQ 2

3. Near Safdarjung Airport 1 North-East(NE) NQ 3

4. Sarojini Nagar 1 East (E) NQ 4

5. Ranji Nagar 2 South-West(SW) NQ 5




NQ 2

NQ 3

NQ 4

NQ 5

NQ 1

Figure-3.21: Ambient Noise Monitoring Stations




Result of the Noise monitoring area presented below in Table- 3.20.

Table-3.20: Results of Noise Quality Monitoring

Description of Noise Monitoring Stations & Monitoring Results

S. N Locations Location

code

Class Result in dB (A) Leq Limits in dB

(A) Leq

Average

Day Noise

Level

Average

Night Noise

Level

Day

time

Night

time

1 Project Site NQ-1 Commercial 64.8 52.8 65 55

2 Chanakyapuri NQ-2 Residential 62.2 41.5 55 45

3 Near Safdarjung

Airport

NQ-3 Residential 63.1 52.8 55 45

4 Sarojini Nagar NQ-4 Residential 54.2 46.5 55 45

5 Ranji Nagar NQ-5 Residential 54.2 46.8 55 45

3.3.5.3 Results & Conclusion

Noise monitoring study reveals that average noise levels at day time were recorded is higher

at project site and Near to Chanakyapuri but average night noise level is within the

permissible limit.

The noise level of the project site is Within Permissible limits. In Near Safdarjung Airport,

Sarojini Nagar and Ranji Nagar noise levels are high due to the transport movement which

contribute to the local noise level of the area.




3.3.6 STP water monitoring

Schedule for STP water monitoring is given in Table-3.21.

Table-3.21: Schedule for STP water sample collection

Day of

sampling

Sample collected

on Location

Day 1 18/12/2018 Project Site

STP water monitoring result is given in Table-3.22 and Table-3.23.

Table-3.22: Result of STP Inlet water sample collection at project site

S.

No. Test Parameters Unit Results Test Method

1 pH - 6.24 IS 3025 (P-11)

2 Oil and grease mg/l 12 IS 3025 (P-39)

3

Biochemical oxygen

demand as BOD AT

27°C for 3 days

mg/l 92 IS 3025 (P-44)

4 Chemical oxygen demand

as COD mg/l 388 IS 3025 (P-58)

5 Total suspended solids as

TSS mg/l 46 IS 3025 (P-17)

6 Color Hazen Milky White IS 3025 (P-04)

7 Odour - Objectionable IS 3025 (P-05)

8 Temperature 0C 22 IS 3025 (P-09)

9 Total Dissolved Solids mg/l 952 IS 3025 (P-16)

10 Hardness mg/l 280 IS 3025 (P-21)

11 Calcium mg/l 53 IS 3025 (P-40)

12 Magnesium mg/l 36 IS 3025 (P-46)

13 Sulphate mg/l 56 IS 3025 (P-24)

14 Silica mg/l 22 IS 3025 (P-02)

15 Nitrate mg/l 12.8 IS 3025 (P-34)

16 Fluoride mg/l 0.76 IS 3025 (P-60)




Table 3.23: Result of STP Outlet water sample collection near project site

3.3.6.1 Result and Conclusion: All the parameters are in permissible limits.

S.

No. Test Parameters Unit Results

As per EP

Rules, 1986,

Max

Test

Method

1 pH - 7.52 5.5-9.0 IS 3025 (P-11)

2 Oil and grease mg/l 3.5 10 IS 3025 (P-39)

3

Biochemical

oxygen demand as

BOD AT 27°C for 3

days

mg/l 18

30 IS 3025 (P-44)

4 Chemical oxygen

demand as COD mg/l 108

250 IS 3025 (P-58)

5 Total suspended

solids as TSS mg/l 12

100 IS 3025 (P-17)

6 Color Hazen Colorless - IS 3025 (P-04)

7 Odour - Odourless Odourless IS 3025 (P-05)

8 Temperature 0C 22

Shall not

exceed 5 0C

above the

receiving

water temp.

IS 3025 (P-09)

9 Total Dissolved

Solids mg/l 1032

- IS 3025 (P-16)

10 Hardness mg/l 202 - IS 3025 (P-21)

11 Calcium mg/l 51 - IS 3025 (P-40)

12 Magnesium mg/l 18 - IS 3025 (P-46)

13 Sulphate mg/l 42 - IS 3025 (P-24)

14 Silica mg/l 10.8 - IS 3025 (P-02)

15 Nitrate mg/l 4.2 10 IS 3025 (P-34)

16 Fluoride mg/l 0.8 2.0

IS 3025 (P-60)




3.3.7 ETP water monitoring

Schedule for ETP water monitoring is given in Table-3.24.

Table3.24: Schedule for ETP water sample collection

Day of

sampling

Sample collected

on Location

Day 1 18/12/2018 Project Site

ETP water monitoring result is given in Table-3.25 and Table 3.26.

Table-3.25: Result of ETP Inlet water sample collection at project site

S.

No. Test Parameters Unit Results Test Method

1 pH - 7.10 IS 3025 (P-11)

2 Oil and grease mg/l 10 IS 3025 (P-39)

3

Biochemical oxygen

demand as BOD AT

27°C for 3 days

mg/l 138 IS 3025 (P-44)

4 Chemical oxygen demand

as COD mg/l 432 IS 3025 (P-58)

5 Total suspended solids as

TSS mg/l 56 IS 3025 (P-17)

6 Color Hazen Blackish IS 3025 (P-04)

7 Odour - Objectionable IS 3025 (P-05)

8 Temperature 0C 20 IS 3025 (P-09)

9 Total Dissolved Solids mg/l 768 IS 3025 (P-16)

10 Hardness mg/l 66 IS 3025 (P-21)

11 Calcium mg/l 12.8 IS 3025 (P-40)

12 Magnesium mg/l 8.3 IS 3025 (P-46)

13 Sulphate mg/l 54 IS 3025 (P-24)

14 Silica mg/l 14 IS 3025 (P-02)

15 Nitrate mg/l 11.2 IS 3025 (P-34)

16 Fluoride mg/l 1.3 IS 3025 (P-60)




Table-3.26: Result of ETP Outlet water sample collection near project site

3.3.7.1 Result and Conclusion: All the parameters are in permissible limits.

S.

No. Test Parameters Unit Results

As per EP

Rules, 1986,

Max

Test

Method

1 pH - 7.06 5.5-9.0 IS 3025 (P-11)

2 Oil and grease mg/l 2.5 10 IS 3025 (P-39)

3

Biochemical

oxygen demand as

BOD AT 27°C for 3

days

mg/l 18

30 IS 3025 (P-44)

4 Chemical oxygen

demand as COD mg/l 184

250 IS 3025 (P-58)

5 Total suspended

solids as TSS mg/l 18

100 IS 3025 (P-17)

6 Color Hazen Colorless - IS 3025 (P-04)

7 Odour - Odourless Odourless IS 3025 (P-05)

8 Temperature 0C 20

Shall not exceed

5 0C above the

receiving water

temp.

IS 3025 (P-09)

9 Total Dissolved

Solids mg/l 671

- IS 3025 (P-16)

10 Hardness mg/l 72 - IS 3025 (P-21)

11 Calcium mg/l 12.8 - IS 3025 (P-40)

12 Magnesium mg/l 9.7 - IS 3025 (P-46)

13 Sulphate mg/l 42 - IS 3025 (P-24)

14 Silica mg/l 10 - IS 3025 (P-02)

15 Nitrate mg/l 2.0 10 IS 3025 (P-34)

16 Fluoride mg/l 0.98 2.0

IS 3025 (P-60)




3.3.8 Diesel Generator Noise Monitoring Results

D.G. set I was monitored for noise on 18/12/2018 at DG Room, Basement. The results are

given in Table-3.27 below:

Table-3.27: D.G. noise monitoring results

S.

No. Location Parameter

Details of

Source

Noise level at

1 meter from

the enclosure

surface

Unit

Test Method

1 DG

Room Noise

DG 2030

KVA 72.8 dB(A) ELPL/III/SOP/37

Noise Limit for DG set (up to 1000 KVA) manufactured on or after 1st January 2015

shall be 75db (A) at 1 meter from the enclosed surface the result obtained above is

within the permissible limit.

3.3.8.1 Diesel Generator Stack Monitoring Result

D.G. set I was monitored for noise on 18/12/2018 at DG Room, Basement. The results are

furnished in Table-3.28 below:

Table-3.28 D.G. Stack Monitoring Result

D.G. Set

Number

Capacity

(KW)

Particulate

Matter

(PM)

Sulphur Di

Oxide

(SO₂)

Oxides of

Nitrogen

(NOx)

Hydrocarb

on (HC)

Carbon

Mono

Oxide

(CO)

mg/Nm3 mg/Nm

3 ppmv mg/Nm

3 mg/Nm

3

D.G set-I

2030

KVA 70 88 183 34 22

Emission Limits as

per EP Rules 75 Not specified 710 100 150




3.3.8.2 Diesel Generator Noise Monitoring Results

D.G. set II was monitored for noise on 18/12/2018 at DG Room, Basement. The results are

given in Table-3.29 below:-

Table-3.29 D.G. noise monitoring results

S.

No. Location Parameter

Details of

Source

Noise level

at 1 meter

from the

enclosure

surface

Unit

Test Method

1 DG

Room Noise

DG 2030

KVA 73.5 dB(A) ELPL/III/SOP/37

Noise Limit for DG set (up to 1000 KVA) manufactured on or after 1st January 2015

shall be 75db (A) at 1 meter from the enclosed surface the result obtained above is

within the permissible limit.

3.3.8.3 Diesel Generator Stack Monitoring Result

D.G. set II was monitored for noise on 18/12/2018 at DG Room, Basement. The results are

furnished in Table-3.30 below:

Table-3.30: D.G. Stack Monitoring Result

3.3.9 SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

This section of the EIA report deals with Socio-Economic Impact assessment of the

The broad objectives of the socio-economic impact assessment are as follows:

To study the socio-economic status of the people living in the study area of the The

Leela Hotel at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri Delhi by M/s

Leelaventures Ltd.

To assess the impact on socio-economic environment due to the Project.

To assess the impact of the project on State Gross Domestic Product (SGDP) to

evaluate the community development measures to be taken up by the Project

D.G. Set

Number

Capacit

y (KW)

Particulate

Matter

(PM)

Sulphur Di

Oxide

(SO₂)

Oxides of

Nitrogen

(NOx)

Hydrocarb

on (HC)

Carbon

Mono

Oxide

(CO)

mg/Nm3 mg/Nm

3 ppmv mg/Nm

3 mg/Nm

3

D.G set-I

2030

KVA 73 96 199 41 36

Emission Limits as

per EP Rules 75 Not specified 710 100 150




proponent, if any. To suggest Community Development measures needs has been

taken for the study area

3.3.9.1 Methodology

The methodology adopted for impact assessment is as follows:

The details of the activities and population structure have been obtained from Census

2011 and analyzed.

Primary data was collected by a door-to-door survey in urban area and household’s

living therein. The data collected during the above survey was analyzed to evaluate the

prevailing socio-economic profile of the area.

Based on the above data, impacts due to construction operation on the community have

been assessed and recommendations for further improvement have been made.

Concept & Definition

a) Study Area: The study area, also known as impact area has been defined as the sum total

of core area/project area and buffer area with a radius of 10 Kilometers from the periphery of

the core area/project is. The study area includes all the land marks both natural and manmade,

falling herein.

b) Household: A group of persons who normally live together and take their meals from a

common kitchen are called a household. Persons living in a household may be related or

unrelated or a mix of both. However, if a group of related or unrelated persons live in a house

but do not take their meals from the common kitchen, then they are not part of a common

household. Each such person is treated as a separate household. There may be one member

households, two member households or multi-member households.

c) Sex ratio: Sex ratio is the ratio of males to females in a population. It is expressed as

number of females per 1000 males.

d) Literates: All persons aged 7 years and above who can both read and write with

understanding in any language are taken as literate. It is not necessary for a person to have

received any formal education or passed any minimum educational standard for being treated

as literate. People who are blind but can read in Braille are also treated as literates.

e) Literacy rate: Literacy rate of population is defined as the percentage of literates to the

total population aged 7 years and above.

f) Labour Force: The labour force is the number of people employed and unemployed in a

geographical entity. The size of the labour force is the sum total of persons employed and

unemployed. An unemployed person is defined as a person not employed but actively seeking

work. Normally, the labour force of a country consists of everyone of working age (around 14

to 16) and below retirement (around 65) that are participating workers, that is people actively

employed or seeking employment. People not counted under labour force are students, retired

persons, stay-at home parents, people in prisons and discouraged workers.

g) Work: Work is defined as participation in any economically productive activity with or

without compensation, wages or profit. Such participation may be physical and/or mental in

nature. Work involves not only actual work but also includes effective supervision and

direction of work. The work may be part time or full time or unpaid work in a farm, family

enterprise or in any other economic activity.




h) Worker: All persons engaged in 'work' are defined as workers. Persons who are engaged in

cultivation or milk production even solely for domestic consumption are also treated as

workers.

i) Main Workers: Those workers who had worked for the major part of the reference period

(i.e. 6 months or more) are termed as Main Workers.

j) Marginal Workers: Those workers who did not work for the major part of the reference

period (i.e. less than 6 months) are termed as Marginal Workers

k) Work participation rate: The work participation rate is the ratio between the labour force

and the overall size of their cohort (national population of the same age range). In the present

study the work participation rate is defined as the percentage of total workers (main and

marginal) to total population.

3.3.9.2 Findings of the study:

Description of the Study Area:

The study area The Leela Hotel at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri Delhi

by M/s Leelaventures Ltd. developed by M/s Leelaventures Pvt. Ltd. The study area falls in

district New Delhi.

Demographic composition:

According to Census 2011, Core zone doesn’t have any human habitation however 2 Km

buffer and 10km buffer have the total population of Individuals 61382 & 142004 Individuals

respectively. The distribution of population is depicted in. 55 percent of total population is

male and 45 percent are female, this creates a gender gap of 10 percent. The study area

involves only urban settlement.

Sex Ratio: The sex ratio works out to 805 females per 1,000 males for 2 Km buffer and 822

for 10 Km buffer. The sex ratio of Delhi is 868. The Sex Ratio of Connaught place is 856 and

Sex ratio of Parliament Street is 824. The details are given in Table-3.31.

Table 3.31 Male & Female in the study area

S. No.

Demographic

Feature

Study area

Core zone (Project area) 2 Km Buffer 10 Km Buffer

1 Male 0 34005 77942

2 Female 0 27377 64062

3 Sex ratio 0 805 868




Literates and literacy rate:

The illiteracy in the 2 Km and 10 Km buffer zone of study area are 13 & 12 percent

respectively. The literates 2 Km and 10 Km buffer zone of study area are 87 & 88 percentage

respectively. Literates are 89% in district New Delhi while 86.21% in Delhi. Distributions of

Literates & Illiterates are given in Table 3.32

Table 3.32 Literate & Illiterate in the study area

S. No. Demographic

Feature

Study area

Core zone

(Project area)

2 Km Buffer 10 Km Buffer

1. Literate 0 48,178 (87) 1,14,079 (88)

2. Illiterate 0 13,204 (13) 27,825 (12)




3.3.9.3 Social Infrastructure Available:

The Leela Hotel at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, and Chanakyapuri New Delhi by M/s

Leelaventures Ltd. developed by M/s Leelaventures Pvt. Ltd. offers a much required

infrastructural input for the quality commercial in New Delhi and NCR.

Site surroundings and Connectivity details of the project are given in Table-3.33. The socio

economic data from all the study area is given in Table-3.34

Table-3.33: Site Surroundings and Connectivity Details

S. No. Connectivity & Site Surroundings


1. Nearest Railway

Station


Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station

334 m towards North West


2. Nearest Metro

Station INA Metro Station 1.97 km towards East

3. Nearest Airport Indira Gandhi International Airport

Safdarjung Airport

7.5 km towards West


4. Nearest Village /

Urban Settlement

Chanakyapuri

New Moti Bagh

Sarojini Nagar

Laxmibai Nagar

Moti Bagh

1 km towards North

0.5 km towards West




5. Nearest

Highway/Roads

Africa Avenue Road


Ring Road

Shanti Path

NH-8


70 m towards East


West



West

6. Water Bodies

River Yamuna

Najafgarh Drain

Sanjay Lake



West

1.5 km towards East

7. Nearest School &

College

The British School


Sanskriti School




West


2.6 km towards West

8. Nearest Hospital Primus Super Specialty Hospital

AIIMS



9. Places of worship Lal Masjid

Kali Temple



10. Places of Tourist Gandhi Smriti 3.38 km towards North




Source: Google Earth

Attractions National Museum

Deer Park

Tughlaqabad Fort

East




East

11. Nearest Reserve

Forest


Rajokri PF

Masudpur PF

Buddha Jayanti Park


East


West


West


12. Nearest Wild life

Sanctuary





13. Inter State

Boundary

Delhi Haryana State Boundary




14. Critically Polluted

Area

Naraina Industrial Area

Anand Parvat Industrial Area

Wazirpur Industrial Area

Okhla Industrial Area


West







Table-3.34: Socio-Economic Details




3.3.9.4 Corporate Social Responsibility (CER)

Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER) is a concept whereby organizations take

responsibility for their impact on society and environment. It is also known as Corporate

Responsibility, Corporate Citizenship, Responsible Business and Sustainable Responsible

Business (SRB). As is the case in many countries, the private sector is generally more active

in this area than the governmental/public sector.

As per the Office Memorandum (F.No.22-65/2017-IA.III) dated 01 May 2018, the fund

allocation of the project for CER would be 2.25% of project cost.

Table 3.35: Corporate Environment Responsibility (CER) Details

Items Details

Name of Company M/s. Leelaventures Ltd.

Project Name Enhanced Built-up area of “The Leela Hotel” of the

Project “Leela Hotel”

Location Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri

New Delhi

Project Cost INR 670 Crore

CER cost

INR 15.075 Crore (2.25% of the total cost)

Details of Activities taken up towards CER till date

enclosed as Annexure-XXVI

3.3.10 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

3.3.10.1 Introduction:

The biological environment is very crucial for living environment of any area. The Biological

diversity includes the variation of all of life forms mainly genetic, species and population.

However Flora and Fauna diversity is broadly understood type. They are further divided in to

terrestrial and aquatic life form. Forests are repository of the bio-diversity, gene pool

resources, sequester carbon dioxide and provide lot of other environmental services. They

play a very vital role in sustaining the life of people and are crucial for the food and water

security. In India, the sustained flow of water in our rivers, streams and rivulets and recharge

of ground water is necessary for the food security and drinking water availability. The

hydrological functions of forests include interception of rainfall and regulating the stem

flows, binding soil to prevent soil erosion and conserving the soil moisture.

The main questions that the assessment should address are as follows.

How the ecosystem functioning is affected by changes in biodiversity/ species

richness?

How the dynamics of ecosystem functioning (resilience and stability of processes) is

affected by changes in biodiversity?




3.3.10.2 Methodology

The data collection methodology is summarized as follows.

The whole study area is divided in two zones namely core and buffer zone. In Building

Construction the plot area is considered as core zone while the area 10 km from the plot

boundary is considered as buffer zone.

3.3.10.3 Materials required:

GPS, Digital camera, Inch tape, (1 meter & 30 meter), Readymade quadrat, Job sheets

Ecology & Biodiversity (General and Specific), Topographic map of study area, One meter

wooden stick, Herbarium sheets, etc.

3.3.10.4 Data Collection:

Floral survey:

Preliminary examination: A preliminary examination or “reconnaissance” of the study area

are made to get an overall assessment of the landscape and its vegetation. In the

reconnaissance survey, information on following features will be collected:

Major vegetative patterns and plant communities, their physiognomy (plant growth)

and dominant species

Dominance and occurrence of various species.

Presence of rare, economically important species, medicinal and other ecologically

sensitive species, etc.

The reconnaissance will be followed by an ecological survey at representative sampling sites

in the study area of the project as per the approved ToR by MoEFCC.

Ecological survey: The objective of this survey is to collect information on composition,

vegetation pattern and relative abundance of the species in the study area.

Analysis & Assessment:

Quantitative assessment:

For quantitative assessment, random technique was utilized and the quadrats (sample plots)

were formed at pre-determined places in the reconnaissance survey. The plot size (quadrats)

ranged from 0.1 m2 to 100 m

2 depending on the type and size of the plant species (for Tree

species 10 x10 m2 size, for Shrubs & Saplings 5 x 5 m

2 size, for Herbs 1 x 1 m

2 size and 0.1 x

0.1 m2 for mosses, lichens & other mat like plants of quadrat was used).

The ecological sampling was conducted during monitoring season. In addition, the

information on trophic structure, biological diversity, etc. has been collected and documented

from secondary source i.e., published literature and working plan of Forest division.




The information on the following aspects is collected through primary field survey utilizing

Job sheets Ecology & Biodiversity (General and Specific), and verify through secondary data

sources for the study area:

Plantation types along with their economic significance.

Tree cover and other ecological characteristics of the study area.

Inventory of flora and fauna found in the project as well as the study area.

Presence of rare, endemic and threatened species, if any.

Location of any biosphere reserve, national park or sanctuary near to project & within

study area.

3.3.10.5 Faunal Survey:

During ecological survey, identification of faunal species was carried out simultaneously.

Indirect observations of mammals were carried out by identification of tracks, droppings

(scale), calls, etc. The listing of faunal species by direct observation techniques was carried

out up to certain extent as possible within the given time. The detailed list of faunal species

was formulated based on forest records and published literature (secondary sources like

Forest Working Plan of that Division, interviews with locals/forest officials etc.). The

presence of protected areas shall be documented, if any.

Data on Wildlife in the project area from these sources was collected for the following

parameters:

Reviewing, the special characteristics in relation to the requirements of Wildlife.

Inventorisation of major Wildlife species in the project as well as the study areas.

Listing endemic and rare species with a reference to their habitats.

Protected area and type of species under protection in national parks sanctuaries, if

any.

Identification of threats to wildlife in the region if any.

Presence of wildlife if any in the area and their types and conservation status if

required to be mentioned as per Schedules of Wildlife protection Act 1972.

500 m

500m

Strata of forest for each location are also observed apart from elevation and exact

locations through handheld Global Positioning System (GPS). Predominantly, the

sampling has been carried out in the morning hours as it is the most suitable period for




avian fauna. Local people are involved during the sampling to know vernacular name

and the status of the species.

Butterflies and Insects were also observed using Transect method. With the help of

hand scoop net butterflies were caught and after the identification they are released.

3.3.10.6 Quantitative assessment:

For quantitative assessment, Count indices methods (Roadside and aerial count methods)

following drive count, call count & temporal count was mainly used as it provides estimates

of animal populations.

3.3.10.7 Baseline Status:

Habitat Assessment:

Evaluation of habitat quality is critical to any assessment of ecological integrity. In general,

habitat and biological diversity are closely linked. In the truest sense, "habitat" incorporates

all aspects of physical and chemical constituents along with the biotic interactions. The

presence of an altered habitat structure is considered one of the major stressors of aquatic

systems and terrestrial ecosystem. The habitat assessments include a general description of

the site, a physical characterization and water quality assessment, and a visual assessment of

instream and riparian habitat quality. The habitat quality evaluation can be accomplished by

characterizing selected physicochemical parameters in conjunction with a systematic

assessment of physical structure.

The Major Habitats encountered in the study area are as follows.

Urban Habitat: The study area is a part of National Capital Region. Chanakyapuri,

Safdarjung, Sarojini Nagar, RK-Puram, Greater Kailash, Gurgaon and New Delhi (M Corp.)

are the main urban areas. The trees outside forest are of utmost importance in urban

landscape. As the area is urban and fast growing. The conservation of biodiversity is very

critical where it is very less. The amelioration of climate is the main benefit to society.




Buffer Zone:

The zone outside the lease boundary up to the 10 Km radius is buffer zone. Plants/animals

and environment are inter-related to each other. With the change in environmental conditions,

the vegetation cover as well as animals reflects several changes in its structure, density and

composition. The present study was carried out in two separate headings for floral and faunal

community respectively.

Floral Community:

The study area was 10 km radius around the project area. There are various varieties of flora,

which are found during study of site and nearby villages at a distance of approximately 10 km

distance. Various Trees, varieties are tabulated in Table-3.36 and list of flora in the hotel

Table -3.36: List of Important Flora found in the study Area.

S.

No.

Botanical Name Family Local Name Uses

1 Alstonia scholaris Linn. Apocynaceae Indian devil tree Wood is used for making

pencil, bark is used as

medicine

2 Acacia nilotica (Linn.) Fabaceae Babool Gum yielding

3 Achyranthes Amaranthaceae Latjira Medicinal plant

4 Argemone mexicana Linn Papaveraceae Peeli Kateeli Medicinal plant

6 Calotropis procera Ait Asclepiadaceae Aak Medicinal plant

8 Coccinia grandis

(L.)Voigt

Cucurbitaceae Kunduru Leaf juice used in

diabetes

high fever. Roots useful

in vomiting.

9 Convolvulous

microphyllus Sieb.

Convolvulaceae Safed

shankh

pushpi

Whole plant Used as

brain tonic, cardiac tonic,

10 Dolichos lablab L. /

Lablab purpureus

(L.)

Fabaceae Sweet

Sem

Cultivated for its green

pod used as vegetable in

the area.

11 Ipomea palmata

Convolvulaceae Railway

creeper

Planted in gardens for

ornamental purposes.

12 Ipomea nil Linn. Convolvulaceae Nil kalmi Purgative, tonic.

13 Jasminum auriculatum Oleaceae Juhi Cultivated in gardens for


14 Jasminum multiforum

(Burm.f)Andr.

Oleaceae Chameli Grown in gardens, lawns

and parks for its

beautiful flowers.

15 Lathyrus odoratus

Linn.

Fabaceae Garden pea Cultivated in gardens for

sweet smell.

16 Lathyrus sativus

Linn.

Fabaceae Khesari Cultivated and

adulterated with Cajanus

sps. (arhar dal).




S.

No.


17 Luffa cylindrical (L.) Cucurbitaceae Roem

Ghiya tori

Cultivated as a crop for

its fruits eaten as

vegetable.

18 Phaseolus lunatus Fabaceae Lobia Young pods are sliced

and cooked as vegetable.

19 Pisum sativum L. Fabaceae Matar Cultivated as pulse crop.

20 Pothos scandens L. Araceae Money plant Cultivated for

Ornamental purposes.

21 Trichosanthes dioca

Roxb.

Cucurbitaceae Parwal Cultivated for its fruits

eaten as vegetable.

Useful for stomach

complaints.

22 Trichosanthes

anguina Linn.

Cucurbitaceae Chichinda Cultivated for its fruits

eaten as vegetable.

23 Tropaeolum majus

Tropaeolaceae Nastertium Ornamental plant. Also

used in respiratory and

urinary infections.

24 Saccharum munja Poaceae Munj

25 Ziziphus jujuba Rhamnaceae Ber fruit plant

26 Acacia nilotica Fabaceae Keekar

27 Syzygium cumini Myrtaceae Jamun Fruit Plant

28 Leucaena leucocephala Fabaceae Subabool timber for match box

29 Phoenix dactylifera L. Arecaceae Khajur fruits are eaten,

30 Eucalyptus obliqua Myrtaceae Eucalyptus purifies air

31 Neolamarckia cadamba Rubiaceae Kadamb fruits are eaten,

32 Mangifera indica Anacardiaceae Aam Fruit and Timber tree

33 Saraca asoca Fabaceae Ashok Garden tree

34 Nerium oleander L. Apocynaceae Kaner Flowering climber




Table: 3.37- List of plants inside the Hotel

Name of the Plants Common Name

Anthocephalus cadamba Kadam

Bauhinia blakeana Lily

Cassia fistula Golden Shower Tree

Colvillea racemosa Colville's Glory

Erythrina crista-galli Cockspur coral tree

Ficus benjamina Weeping fig

Jacaranda mimosifolia Fern Tree

Junipers Eastern redcedar

Lagerstroemia Crepeflower

Magnolia grandiflora Southern magnolia or

bull bay

Melaleuca Paperbarks

Plumeria Frangipani

Pterospermum Winged seed

Solanum Black nightshade

Tabebuia argentea Roble

Reserve and Protected Forest:

The Important Reserve and Protected Forest in the study area are as follows.

Central Ridge RF, located at

Faunal Community: A general faunal study was carried out for the area.

Amphibians: Among amphibians toad (Bufo sp.) and frog (Rana tigrina) were

observed.

Reptiles: Among reptiles Indian garden lizards (Calotes versicolor), house lizards

(Hemidactylus sp.) were observed.

Mammals: Among mammals Blue Bull Indian palm squirrel (Fumambulus pennanti),

cat, dog (Cuon sp.), cow, Buffalo, rat (Rattus rattus) etc. were observed.

Aves: Among aves common birds like crow (Corves splendens), parrot (Psittacula

krameri), Baya (Ploceus philippinus), pigeon (Columba livia), Egretta sp. etc. were

observed.

List of Amphibians, Reptiles, Aves and Mammals observed in buffer zone is given in Table-

3.37




Table 3.37: List of Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals found in the Study Area

S.

No.

Local Names Zoological Names IWLPA Schedule/ IUCN

Conservation status

Amphibians

1. Toad Duttaphrynus melanostictus Schedule –IV Least concern,

2. Frog Hoplobatrachus tigerinus Schedule –IV, Least concern

Reptiles

3. India garden lizard Calotes versicolor Least concern

4. House lizard Hamidactylus sp Least concern

Mammals

5. India palm squirrel Funambulus pennantii Schedule –IV, Least concern

6. Cow Bos sp Least concern

7. Rat Rattus rattus Schedule –V, Least concern

8. Cat Falis sp Least concern

9. Dog Cuon sp. Least concern

Aves

10. Crow Corvas splendans Schedule –V, Least concern

11. Baya Ploceus philippinus Schedule –IV, Least concern

12. Parrot Psittacula krameri Schedule –IV, Least concern

13. Pigeon Columba livia Schedule –IV, Least concern

14. Egretta Egretta sp. Schedule –IV, Least concern

15. Bulbul Pycnonotus barbatus Schedule –IV, Least concern

16. Myna Acridotheres tristis Schedule –IV, Least concern

17. Asian koel Eudynamys scolopaceus Schedule –IV, Least concern

18. Black kite Milvus migrans Schedule –IV, Least concern

19. Brown hawk-owl Ninox scutulata Schedule –IV, Least concern

20. Black drongo Dicrurus macrocercus Schedule –IV, Least concern

21. knob-billed duck Sarkidiornis melanotos Schedule –IV, Least concern

22. Grey headed

Flycatcher

Culicicapa ceylonensis Schedule –IV, Least concern

23. Long Legged

Buzzard

Buteo rufinus Schedule –IV, Least concern

24. Long Tailed Minivet Pericrocotus ethologus Schedule –IV, Least concern

25. Common Rose

Finch

Carpodacus erythrinus Schedule –IV, Least concern

Endangered and Threatened Species: Except Peacock, No Endangered and threatened

animals listed in the Schedule I and Schedule II of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972

(amended in 2001) is reported to be found in the study area.




CHAPTER- 4: ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION

MEASURES

4.0 INTRODUCTION

This chapter describes the anticipated environmental impacts and mitigation measures due to the

project. In this chapter we identify the environmental attributes that may be affected due to

enhanced built-up area of the Project. The present environmental conditions have been described in

the previous chapter. The anticipated impacts on the environment due to the enhanced built-up area

have been predicted and discussed in this chapter. Mitigation measures for the identified impacts,

implemented at the project site have also been discussed here.

4.1 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS

The assessment of potential environmental impact consists of comparing the probable changes in

the surrounding environment. The main aim of environment impact assessment is to identify the

nature and significance of anticipated environmental impacts. In this chapter we assess the nature,

type and magnitude of the potential impacts likely on the various relevant physical environment,

biological environment and social components due to operation of this Hotel project.

The anticipated impacts on the environmental components are identified, quantitatively/qualitatively

evaluated, predicted and discussed below with suitable mitigation measures.

4.1.1 Methodology for Qualitatively Assessment of Environmental Impacts

There is no negative impact of the project activity due to Enhanced Built-up Area.

The current status of the project is as mentioned below:

Sl.

No.

Description Current Status

1. Drainage System Already constructed

2. Structure of Hotel Already constructed

3. Effluent Treatment Plant 100 KLD ETP has been constructed for treatment of

laundry wastewater

4. Sewage Treatment Plant 400 KLD STP has been constructed at the project site.

5. Rainwater Harvesting At present 3 Nos. of Rain water Harvesting Pits has been

constructed at the site.

6. Plantation 421 trees Numbers of trees has been planted inside the

project boundary.

92 trees Numbers of trees has been planted outside the

project boundary.

7. DG sets & Stack 3 DG; 6435 KVA (2 x 2030 + 2375 KVA).

2375 KVA: Dual Fired – PNG & HSD.

The DG sets are of water cooled.

8. Boiler & stack 6 Nos.

3x6 lakh K cal /hr Hot water generation Boiler

3x600 Kg/ hr steam generation Boiler.

Boilers are PNG fired.

Stacks has been provided as per CPCB




guidelines

9. Organic Waste Converter 500 kg/day

4.2. POTENTIAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES DUE TO PROJECT

LOCATION

Potential Impacts:

“The Leela Hotel” is located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. The

project site located in the commercial Land use as per the Delhi Master Plan 2021. No conversion of

land was required. No additional land has been acquired for the construction of enhanced of built-up

area of this project. Additional Construction has been completed in the existing plot area i.e. 12,140

sq.m.

Mitigation Measures:

Due to the location of the project site, there is no negative impact on the existing environmental

condition.

4.3 POTENTIAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES DUE TO PROJECT

DESIGN/CONCEPT

Potential Impacts:

This project has been envisaged based on green building technology and thus no adverse impacts

are anticipated due to project design.


A number of environment friendly features at the design stage of the project was considered to

minimize or avoid emissions, wastewater discharge, water usage, solid waste generation and energy

usage. These features are described in brief below:

DG Sets has been installed with acoustic enclosure as per CPCB stipulated standards.

Stack height of DG Set has been installed as per CPCB standards i.e 6.5 meter.

MBR technique of wastewater treatment.

Dual plumbing has been installed.

Water saving fixtures has been installed.

Rain water harvesting has been constructed.

Solid waste segregation at site is being done and Organic Waste Converter has been installed

at the site, the purchase order of Organic Waste converter enclosed as Annexure-XXVII

Solar lighting for street light and common area has been provided, purchase order for solar

lighting has been issued enclosed as Annexure-XXVIII and Leela Hotel is installing solar

power plants.

Solar water heater has been installed of capacity 3000 ltr. / day




4.4 POTENTIAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES DURING

CONSTRUCTION PHASE

During the construction phase there may be impacts on the following:

Land Use & Soil

Water Quality

Solid and Hazardous Waste

Ambient Air quality

Ambient Noise

Biological Environment

Socio-economic Environment

All these aspects are discussed here under.

4.4.1 Land Use & Soil:

Already Constructed:

Built-up area has been enhanced in the existing plot. Site Photographs are given in Chapter-1.

Potential Impacts:

Top soil was conserved and used in landscape development.


The project site is marked in commercial area as per Master Plan, hence no change in land use.

Following are the mitigation measures for the erosion control:

Construction of the site was already completed in year 2010. Survey was conducted at site,

and the contours shows that it was a flat land.

Land utilization and clearing for construction site was done at the absolute minimum.

Roads of appropriate width has been provided.

Top soil was conserved and used in landscape development.

To minimize the chances of Contamination of soil following measures has been adopted

Proper maintenance schedule has been prepared to regular check the oil leakages, if any.

Lubricating waste oil shall be collected separately in drums and is being handed over to the

authorized outside agency by SPCB. Copy of recent manifest copy enclosed as

Annexure-XXIX.

4.4.2 Water Quality


4.4.2.1 Surface Water

Potential Impacts:

As there is no discharge of treated effluent in the sewer, Hence there is no impact on Surface water.




4.4.2.2 Ground Water:

Potential Impacts:

As the construction of the project has already been completed and water requirement during

operation phase is met from NDMC water supply and ground water.

Mitigation measures:

No negative impact is envisaged due to the project on the existing groundwater regime of the area.

Thus, no mitigation measures is required.

4.4.3 Solid and Hazardous Waste


Potential Impacts:

As the project is in operational phase the total solid waste generation is 764.5 kg/day after enhanced

Built-up area (Approved EC: 630 kg/day + Enhanced built-up area: 134.5 kg/day).

Mitigation measures:

The solid waste segregated at site and disposed as per the Solid Waste Management Rules 2016.

Biodegradable waste (Organic waste) composted at site in an Organic Waste Converter of capacity

500 kg/batch.

Hazardous waste is being temporarily stored at the site and disposed off to authorized recycler.

Sewage sludge is being disposed off to Authorized Recycler, RD Contractor and Supplier.

4.4.4 Ambient Air Quality

Already constructed:

The construction of the project has already been completed

Potential Impacts:

Fugitive dust emission was the main impact during construction phase.


(i) Dust Suppression:

Water sprinkling was done during construction phase of project.

Emission Control for Construction Equipment:

Construction of the site was already completed. The Pollution under Control (PUC) certification

was ensured for proper O&M of vehicles during construction phase.

(ii) Improved Maintenance

Proper maintenance of vehicle and equipments is being done at the site on regular basis.




(iii) Control of Emission from DG Set

Stack height of 6.5meter DG set has been installed in each DG set. Acoustic Enclosure has been

provided in the DG set to control emission.

4.4.5 Ambient Noise

Already constructed:

Potential Impacts:

The construction of the project has already been completed


Not Applicable

4.4.6 Biological Environment


Potential Impacts:

There is no eco-sensitive within 10 km of the project site, hence no impact is envisaged.



Transplant 6 Nos. of trees application by Leela submitted on 28/09/2007 and second permission

vide letter no. 8 (121)/COT/CFD/07-08/22524.54 dated 09/01/2008 for felling of 13 Nos. &

transplant of 5 Nos. of trees, application by Leela submitted on 07/01/2008. The copy of permission

for felling of trees enclosed as Annexure-XXIII.


Sprinkling of water is being used for dust suppression.

4.4.7 Socio-economic Environment

The project has provided the employment to 820 people.

4.5 POTENTIAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES DURING OPERATION

PHASE

During the operation phase there may be impacts on the following:

Land Use & Soil

Water Quality

Solid and Hazardous Waste

Ambient Air quality

Ambient Noise

Biological Environment

Socio-economic Environment

All these aspects are discussed here under.




4.5.1 Land Use and Soil


The Project site is located at 28°34'48.16"N and 77°11’21.07"E respectively.

Potential Impacts:

Impact on soil due to oil spillage from DG Set, Electrical Sub Station (ESS) and Waste oil storage

yard. Disposal of untreated / partially treated sewage and solid waste on land may also result in

contamination of soil.


During the operation phase following mitigation measures is being taken:

RCC floor has been constructed for DG Set, ESS and Waste Oil Storage Yard. Secondary

containment is being provided for storage of waste oil.

An Agreement has been made with RD Contractor for collection and disposal of solid waste

from the Hotel Premises enclosed as Annexure-XXX

All solid and other wastes from the complex is being properly collected, stored and disposed.

Organic waste is being composted by the Organic Waste Converter (500 kg/day) installed in the

premises.

Daily log book is being maintained for collection and disposal of solid waste enclosed as

Annexure-XXXI.

Wastewater is being treated in ETP and STP constructed in the premises. In no case untreated

wastewater disposed on land.

Secondary containment is being provided in fuel / oil storage areas.

4.5.2 Water Quality

4.5.2.1 Ground water


Potential Impacts:

The total water requirement is 598 KLD out of which fresh water requirement is 241 KLD, which

met through NDMC water supply and ground water.


The project have 3 rainwater harvesting pits constructed in the Hotel Premises, which catch the run-

off from the roof top area. Thus, there is positive impact on the water table.

4.5.2.2 Surface water

Potential Impacts:

There is no discharge of treated wastewater in the nearby water bodies as our unit has adopted zero

liquid discharge system. The treated water from STP is used in Landscaping, HVAC and DG sets

Cooling.





The generated wastewater from the Hotel project is 344 KLD. The waste water generated is being

treated in the Sewage Treatment Plan (MBR technology based), and the capacity of Sewage

Treatment Plant (STP) is 20% higher than waste water generated i.e. 400 KLD. Details of STP are

given in Chapter-2. Hence, no untreated wastewater is discharged. Photograph of STP & ETP is

mentioned in Photographs No. 8 of Annexure-XIX.

4.5.3 Solid and Hazardous Waste


Potential Impacts:

Improper management and disposal of domestic solid waste, STP sludge, hazardous waste and

e-waste may result in contamination of soil, water and air (foul smell & odor).


The solid waste generated from the hotel has been categorize in Dry garbage and wet garbage. The

total quantity of waste generation from of hotel is 764.5 Kg/day (Approved EC: 630 kg/day +

Expansion: 134.5 kg/day). Source of waste generation is Guest Room, Staff, Health Club, Public

Area, Restaurant Refuse, Banquet Hall and Meeting Room Refuse. The waste is first collected and

stored at temporary storage site and then disposed off as per Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016.

All solid and other wastes from the hotel is properly collected, stored and disposed. Organic waste

is composted by the Organic Waste Converter installed in the premises. Daily log book is being

maintained for collection and disposal of solid waste.

Wastewater treatment generates about 52kg/day of sludge (wet-basis). The sludge is being disposed

off through authorized vendor. The hazardous waste and E-waste disposal has been done to

Authorized local Vendor.

4.5.4 Ambient Air Quality

Potential Impact:

As the construction of the site has already completed hence there is no Impact on air quality during

Construction phase, however during operation phase following are the identified impacts

Emission from vehicular movement

Dust emission due to street sweeping.

Emission from DG set

There are three (03) stacks attached to the 3 number of DG sets. The salient features of the DG Sets

are provided in Table-4.3 below:

Table-4.3: Salient Features of the Diesel Generator Sets

S.

NO. PARTICULARS 6435 KVA

1 No. of DG Sets 2x2030 KVA + 2375 KVA

2 No. of Stacks 3

3 HSD Consumption (liters/hour, for all DG sets) 1287 lit/hour; 2375 KVA is HSD




S.

NO. PARTICULARS 6435 KVA

& PNG

4 Sulphur Content of HSD (%) 0.035% (BS-IV)

5 Density of oil (kg/m3) 850

6 Height of the Stack (m) (above ground level) 65.5

7 Diameter of Stack (m) 0.91

8 Flue Gas flow rate (m3/hr) 15141.16

9 Average velocity of Flue emission (m/s) 6.47 (2030 KVA)


Dust emission in the hotel premises is controlled by water sprinkling.

Stack height of 6.5 meters above the roof has been provided to each DG set.

Air Purification has been installed in the Kitchen.

SPM Analyzer has been installed in the hotel premises.

4.5.5 Ambient Noise

Potential Impacts:

During operational phase the following are the sources of noise pollution:

Increase in noise from vehicular movement

DG Set Operation


DG set with acoustic enclosure has been installed.

Vegetation buffers can minimize the level of increase in Noise level of the area. Greenbelt is

being developed comprising of trees as per the guidelines issued by CPCB.

4.5.6 Biological Environment


Potential Impacts:

A greenbelt has been developed inside the project premises and also outside the project area, Total

421 Nos. of trees has been planted inside the premises and Total 92 Nos. of Trees planted outside

the Hotel Premises.

Mitigation Measures

The greenbelt development is being done in the total area of 4373.61 m2.

The greenbelt also acts as sink for air pollution and reducing noise from outside.

There is not any adverse impact on the biological environment.

4.5.7 Socio-economic Environment

Potential Impacts:




About 820 people are has been employed during operation of the project.


The overall impact of the project is positive in terms of employment generation and infrastructure

development.

4.5 IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES DUE TO POSSIBLE ACCIDENTS


Impacts:

Accidents may occur due to the fire, LPG gas leakage and occupational hazards at the project site.


Precautionary methods adopted to mitigate the sudden accidents. The firefighting system has been

designed considering the codes, manual and guidelines according to the National Building Code of

India, As per Indian Standard Code for Fire Protection (IS Codes).

The building is designed earthquake resistant, However Emergency Response to any natural or

manmade disaster / situation (Fire, Earthquake, Flooding etc.) in the hotel has been designed as

under:

First Response: Activation of First Response Team (FRT)

Second Response: Activation of Emergency Response Team (ERT)

Third Response: Calling of External aid such aid such as Fire Brigade, Bomb, Disposal Unit,

Police and Hospital

Detailed Emergency Response procedure enclosed as Annexure-XXXII.

There is no major impact identified during operational phase of project.




CHAPTER-5: ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES (TECHNOLOGY & SITE)

5.0 INTRODUCTION

This chapter discusses the assessment of various options that may be available for different

components of the project in terms of environmental suitability. The various applicable

options was evaluated for their suitability to project and environment.

5.1 ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES FOR SITE SELECTION

The Project “The Leela Hotel” is being developed by the M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. on the plot

area of 12,140 sq.m. The project has been developed as per the approved plan of Delhi 2021.

The land was allotted by DDA on lease. The Lease deed made on 4th

day of April between

Delhi Development Authority and M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. The copy of Land Documents is

attached as Annexure-I.



dated 13.06.2008. The copy of EC Letter is attached as Annexure-II.

Further notification from Ministry of Urban Development dated 12/08/2008 for increase in

FAR as per 2.25 the application was submitted to NDMC with revised building plan on

19/02/2009 & received approval on 16/11/2009.

The building plans were already sanctioned by NDMC for the complete project. The

construction works had been completed in year 2010 for additional F.A.R of 0.75 and

completion certificate had been issued by New Delhi Municipal Council vide letter

CA/BP/Leela Palace Hotel/O-2586-90 dated 24.12.2010. The copy of completion certificate

is attached as Annexure-VI.

In 2010 events such as Commonwealth Games increased the visitors to accommodate them,

DDA in 2008 increased the Floor Space Index (FSI) from 1.5 to 2.25 to help to add more

rooms in anticipation of the rush of tourists and Hotel was constructed for total built-up area

of 62,985.83 m2 as per increased FSI of 2.25.

The site is earmarked for the commercial use as per the Master Plan of Delhi 2021. The

project is consistent with the surroundings and no eco sensitive/national park/wild life

sanctuary is coming within the 10 km radius of the project. This is Environment Clearance

for Enhance Built-up modernization cum expansion project and we doing expansion on

existing project site area.

Hence, no alternate site was examined for this project.




5.2 BUILDING MATERIALS

As the construction activity of the project has already been completed, hence analysis of

alternative building materials in this hotel project is not applicable.

5.2.1 Transportation

As the construction activity of the project has already been completed, hence the

transportation of building material is not applicable for the project site.

5.2.2 Use of Recycled Material


transportation of building material is not applicable for the project site, However the efforts

was made for the larger use of Fly ash bricks in road and use of fly-ash based cement in the

project.

5.2.3 Walls

Conventionally Clay bricks with cement mortar was used for construction purpose.

5.3 ENERGY EFFICIENCY & RENEWABLE ENERGY

In the Operational Phase, appropriate energy conservation measures & management plan is

being adopted in order to minimize the consumptions of non-renewable fuel. The following

energy measures has been adopted.

Monitoring of energy consumption at equipment level

Maintenance Procedures

Proper identification of equipment, cables, pipes, valves etc.

Contemporary environmental measures

Monitoring of water consumption

Monitoring of Emissions

Waste Management

5.3.1 ELECTRICAL AND RENEWAL ENERGY SYSTEM

Contact Details

DISCOM NDMC

Name & Address of the Building The Leela Palace, Chankyapuri, Diplomatic

Enclave, New Delhi-110001

Activity Hotel

Operational Days 24x7

Purchased Power




Consumer No. 6500922

Consumer Account No. 7665943993

K No. K116854A

Main Incomer Supply Voltage 11 KV

Sanctioned Load 2772 KW

Contract Demand 2945.8 KVA

Electrical Energy Consumption

Jan. 2017 to Dec. 2017

8404430 kVAh

Fig. 5.1: Power Factor




Fig. 5.2: Electrical Consumption in KVA

Fig. 5.3: Maximum Demand in KVA




5.3.2 ENERGY SAVING BY REPLACEMENT OF PNG COOKING BY INDUCTION

Thermal Energy used in “The Leela Palace” are as follows:

1. PNG for boilers to generate steam for laundry & hot water supply

2. LPG for special cooking

3. HSD for DG sets

4. Charcoal for special cooking

Fig. 5.4: Thermal Energy Profile




NATURAL GAS CONSUMPTION DETAILS FROM JAN-17 TO DEC-17

Fig. 5.5: Natural Gas Consumption details from Jan-17 To Dec-17

Fig. 5.5: Hot Water Generation details from Jan-17 To Dec-17




Fig. 5.5: PNG for cooking details from Jan-17 To Dec-17

Fig. 5.6: PNG Consumption Profile




PNG Consumption for cooking is a large portion of total thermal energy. A comparative

details Cooking replacement of PNG by Induction Cooking is mentioned in Table 5.1.

Table 5.1: Cooking replacement of PNG by Induction Cooking

Sl. No. Description Value Unit

1. PNG Consumption for kitchen 142227 SCM

2. Replacement by induction cooking 15% 21334 SCM

3. Equivalent electrical 213340 kWh

4. Efficiency of PNG gas stove 60%

5. Energy saved by use of induction cooking 40%

6. PNG saved (40% of 3) 8533 SCM

7. Equivalent electrical energy 85330 kWh

8. Energy saving potential 128010 kWh

9. Cost of Energy Saved (Rs. 40/SCM) 334200 Rs.

5.4 TRANSPORTATION


transportation of building material is not applicable for the project site.




CHAPTER-6: ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM

6.0 INTRODUCTION

The monitoring and evaluation of the management measures envisaged are critical activities

in implementation of the Project. Monitoring involves periodic checking to ascertain whether

activities are going according to the plan. It provides the necessary feedback for project

management to keep the program on schedule. The purpose of the environmental monitoring

plan is to ensure that the envisaged purpose of the project is achieved and results in desired

benefits.

To ensure effective implementation of mitigation measures, the following broad objectives of

monitoring plan have been outlined:

To evaluate the performance of mitigation measures in the EMP.

To evaluate the adequacy of Environmental Impact Assessment

To suggest improvements in environmental management plan, if required

To enhance environmental quality.

To implement and manage the mitigative measures defined in EMP.

To undertake compliance monitoring of the project operation and evaluation of

mitigative measures

6.1 ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS IS BEING MONITORED

6.1.1 General

Several measures have been adopted in the environmental mitigation measures for mitigation

of environmental impacts. These are monitored regularly to ensure the compliance to

environmental regulation and also to maintain a healthy environmental conditions around the

project site.

At the project site the Environment Management Cell (EMC) is undertaking all the

monitoring work to ensure the effectiveness of environmental mitigation measures. The

suggestions given in the Environmental Monitoring Programme is being implemented by

project proponent by following an implementation schedule.

In case of any alarming variation in, ground level concentration in ambient air, stack

emission, work zone air and noise monitoring results, performance of sewage treatment

facilities, wastewater discharge, etc. is being discussed in the EMC and any variance from

norms and reported for immediate rectification action at higher management level.

The environmental aspects is monitored to ensure proper implementation and effectiveness of

various mitigative measures envisaged / adopted during the operational stage of the project

described here under:

6.1.2 Drainage System

The effectiveness of the drainage system depends on proper cleaning of all drainage

pipes/channels. Regular checking is being done to see that none of the drains are clogged due

to accumulation of sediments. This checking and cleaning is rigorous during the monsoon

season, especially if heavy rains are forecast.




6.1.3 Solid/Hazardous Waste Generation & Utilization

Maximum re-cycling and utilization of generated waste as per statutory guidelines is being

done. Daily log Book is being maintained at the project site for details of waste generation

and disposed on daily basis. Log book record for daily waste generation enclosed as

Annexure-XXXI. Organic waste converter has been installed in the premises. Following

measures has been adopted for solid waste management as mentioned below:

Agreement with RD Contractor and Supplier has been made for Wet & Dry Garbage

disposal.

Personnel from RD Contractor has been deputed at our premises to convert wet

garbage into manure and arrange to collect wet garbage from wet garbage room.

Pallets from Organic waste converter is being used for Greenbelt development.

Used diesel from DG set sent to Lubri Sales as per agreement made with them.

Photograph No. 14 of Annexure-XIX shows the Organic waste converter.

6.1.4 Green Belt Development

A Memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been signed on February 19, 2018 between

“The Leela Palace” and NDMC for development and maintenance of Greenbelt nearby

project site. The MOU is valid for a period of one year enclosed as Annexure-XXXIII.

The following plan has been implemented at the project site.

All plantation program within the project site area is being look after by the EMC for

plantations within the site.

Total 421 Nos. of plants has been planted inside the hotel premises.

Watering of the plants, manuring, weeding, hoeing is being carried out for

maintenance of plants at the project site.

Plants has been planted in almost all possible locations.

6.1.5 Occupational Health & Safety

Routine medical examination of labours/workers is being carried out in a systematic

programme at medical unit on site, also called as the Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

Centre. A systematic programme for medical check-up at regular intervals is being followed

for all workers to ascertain any changes in health condition due to the working conditions.

6.1.6 Emissions and Air Quality

Ambient air quality is being monitored yearly twice by third party Laboratory and also by

DPCC as and when required.

Monitoring of DG set stack and Boiler is being done yearly twice by third party Laboratory

and also by DPCC as and when required.




Air Purification system has been installed in Kitchen to purify the air coming out from

Kitchen. Detailed workflow of Air purification system of Kitchen is given in Fig. 6.1

Fig. 6.1: Air Purification System in Kitchen

SPM Analyzer has been installed in the hotel Premises

SPM Analyzer has been installed by M/s. aaxis Technology Pvt. Ltd. and SPM

analyzer’s signal (4 to 20) connected with GPRS Modem.

Sensor and ECU (Electronic Control Unit) have been successfully mounted on

Chimney and wall

One Modem has been successfully installed and configured and it is sending files on

server.

Online System has been connected with CPCB server and values are reflecting on

server, The installation and commissioning report of SPM analyzer has been enclosed

as Annexure-XXXIV.

6.1.7 Water Quality

M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. is maintaining the quantitative information on water consumption

(through water meters provided in the main water supply line and in each of the buildings, as

required).

The water samples from the main water supply point and drinking water points is analyzed on

monthly basis.




The frequency of wastewater quality monitoring is Yearly twice.

6.1.8 Noise Pollution

The frequency of noise level monitoring conducted at the site is yearly twice.

6.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND DOCUMENTATION PLAN

The Environmental Monitoring Plan Henceforth is mentioned below. The monitoring plan

specifies following

Parameters is being monitored

Location of the monitoring sites

Frequency and duration of monitoring

Applicable standards

Institutional responsibilities for implementation and supervision

6.2.1 Environmental Monitoring Program during Construction period

As the project is in the operation stage, Hence Environmental Monitoring Program during

Construction phase is not applicable.

6.2.2 Post-Project Environmental Monitoring Program

Based on the above, the following environmental monitoring program is for the project. The

monitoring program has been shown in Table-6.2

Table-6.2: Monitoring Program for the Current Project

S.

No. Type Locations Parameters

Period and

Frequency Standard

1.

Ambient

Air Quality

Monitoring

Project Site PM2.5, PM10, SO2,

NO2, CO

24 hourly for

one day

(twice in year)

NAAQS, 2009

2.

Ambient

Noise

Monitoring

Project Site

Noise level Leq both

during daytime and

nighttime

24 hourly for

one day

(twice in year)

CPCB Guidelines

3.

Water

Quality

Testing

(Portability

testing)

Project Site

Drinking water

parameters as per IS

10500:2012.

Once in Six

month

As per IS:10500-

2012 & APHA

method

4. Soil

Quality Project Site

pH, Mg, Cu

Conductivity, Color,

Texture, Silt, Clay,

Sand Sodium

Absorption Ratio,

CEC, Porosity, Water

Holding Capacity,

Once in Six

month USDA, USEPA




S.

No. Type Locations Parameters

Period and

Frequency Standard

Bulk Density, Cl, Ca,

Na, K, Mg, Organic

matter, Av. Nitrogen,

Phosphorous, Zn

5. Stack

Monitoring

DG sets at

project site

(Operational)

PM, SO2, NOx, CO,

HC

Once in Six

month

CPCB Guidelines

& IS-11255

6.

Treated

Wastewater

Quality

Inlet and

outlet of

the STP

Inlet and

outlet of

the ETP

pH, BOD, COD, Oil

& grease, TSS

Once in Six

month CPCB Guidelines

6.2.3 Environmental Documentation

Documentation of environmental performance is an important management tool for ensuring

sustainable operation of the Project “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue

Chanakyapuri, New Delhi by M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. Documents/Records is being maintained

for regulatory, monitoring and operational issues. Following documentation are maintained at

the project site are summarized in Table-6.4.

Table-6.4: Environmental Documentation for the Current Project

PARAMETERS PARTICULARS

Air Emissions

(incl. Noise)

Consent to Operate for Air Emissions from DPCC

Ambient Air Quality and Stack Emissions Monitoring records

Ambient Noise Monitoring Records

Water Supply Water Quality Monitoring records

Wastewater

Discharges

Consent to Operate for Wastewater Discharges from DPCC

Details of quantity of wastewater from various sources and from

the outlet of the STP

Operational details of STP including number of hours of

operation, chemical usage, in-process wastewater quality, etc.

Wastewater Quality and Quantity Monitoring records

Waste

Management

Permission for disposal of solid wastes from concern

municipality/authority

Wastes Management Inventory including details of quantity of

wastes generated on-site and mode of their disposal

Inventory of wastes stored on-site

Records of hazardous wastes stored on-site (in Form-3) is being

maintained

Annual Returns for hazardous wastes in Form-4 is being

submitted to DPCC

Documentation related to off-site transportation and disposal of




PARAMETERS PARTICULARS

hazardous wastes (including Form-10)

Environmental

Statement

Submitting the Environmental Statement to DPCC before 30th

September every year copy of receiving enclosed as

Annexure-XXXV

Petroleum

Storage

License from PESO has been obtained for storage of 30 KL

HSD.

6.2.4 Reporting Schedule

A reporting system for environmental monitoring plan is given in Table-6.5

Table-6.5: Reporting System for Environmental Monitoring

S.

No Details Indicators Stage Responsibility

Operation Stage: Management & Operational Performance Indicators

1 Solid waste generation,

utilization and disposal

As per the

notifications/

guidelines

specified by

statutory

authorities

Operation EMC

2 Hazardous waste re-utilization

disposal.

As per the

notifications/

guidelines

specified by

statutory

authorities.

Operation EMC

3 Stack Emissions All parameters as

specified for stacks Operation EMC

4 Meteorology, Ambient air

quality, Waste water discharge

All parameters as

specified by

Statutory

Authorities

Operation EMC

6.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Suitable emergency procedures documented and enclosed as Annexure-XXXII.




6.4 BUDGETARY PROVISIONS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

MEASURES

The details of the Environmental Monitoring mentioned in Table-6.6 below:

Table-6.6: Environmental Management cost

Component Capital Cost

(Rs.)

Recurring Cost

per annum (Rs.)

Sewage Treatment Plant 67,10,308 97,200

Effluent Treatment Plant 9,60,380 1,00,000

Rain Water Harvesting System 13,11,324 13,00,000

Solid Waste Management 15,46,386 3,00,000

Online Monitoring 2,65,000 7,00,000

Green Area 2,10,000 30,00,000

Others (Solar Water Heater

system, VFD, LED & BMS, etc.) 2,00,00,000 4,00,000

Total 3,10,03,398 58,97,200




CHAPTER-7: ADDITIONAL STUDIES

7.0 GENERAL

“The Leela Hotel” located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri,

New Delhi-110023 developed by M/s. Leelaventure Ltd has formulated a Disaster Management

Plan keeping in view two primary goals:

To reduce the likelihood that the present project may experience disaster and

To mitigate the impact of any disasters that may occur due to fire, explosion, sudden

leakage of gas etc.

Disaster or emergency can be defined as any condition, man-made or natural, which results in a

significant disruption to human life and materials.

7.1 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN

The overall objective of DMP is to make use of the combined resources at the site and outside

services to achieve the following:

To localize the emergency and if possibly eliminate it

To minimize the effects of the accident on people and property

Evacuate people to safe areas and medical treatment of casualties

Informing and collaborating with statutory authorities

Initially contain and ultimately bring the incident under control

Preserve relevant records and equipment for the subsequent enquiry into the cause and

circumstances of the emergency

Investigating and taking steps to prevent reoccurrence

Identify the possible effects of any disaster that may occur.

Identify the preventative and mitigating strategies to deal with any possible disaster.

Involve all role players in a coordinated manner to respond to the challenges posed in

disaster situations.

Identify the weaknesses in respect of capacity and skills to deal effectively with

disastrous situations.

Provide essential training and skills to handle such disaster and to promote awareness and

preparedness in respect of the occurrence of disasters.

Plan in advance the relief and rescue operations that may be required or to be exercised in

disaster situations.

The DMP is, therefore, related to identification of sources from which hazards can arise (based

on Hazard Identification) and to minimize credible loss scenario that can take place in the

concerned area. The DMP takes into account the maximum credible loss scenario and actions

that can successfully mitigate the effects of losses.




7.2 PUBLIC CONSULTATION

As per the EIA Notification’2006 and its amendments, Public Consultation is not required for the

all Building /Construction projects/Area Development projects and Townships (item 8). Our

project is for Enhanced built-up area and coming under the schedule 8 (a) of item 8, having the

built-up area of 62,985.83 m2. Hence, this point is not applicable to our proposed project.

7.3 RISK ASSESSMENT

Risk assessment is determination of qualitative and quantitative value of risk related situation or

hazard. Hazard is a situation that poses a level of threat to life health or environment.

Risk assessment involves the following:

• Hazard Identification

• Vulnerability Analysis

• Risk Analysis

• Emergency Response Plan or Emergency Preparedness Plan

7.3.1 Emergency Response Plan

A state of “Emergency” is defined as any event that disrupts normal operations or poses a

serious threat to persons or property, requires a quick or immediate response and may require

support beyond the abilities of the company. Generally good design, regular inspection and

preventive maintenance of the equipment(s) reduce the probability of occurrence of emergencies.

However, as it is not possible to totally eliminate such eventualities and random failures of

equipment or human errors, omissions and unsafe acts, it is important to have an Emergency

Response Plan (ERP), which focuses on mitigating the effects of such an Emergency and

restoration of normalcy at the earliest. The overall objective of an ERP is to make use of the

combined resources on-site and outside services to achieve the following:

To localize the emergency and, if possible, eliminate it

To minimize the effects of the accident on the people and property on-site

Effect the rescue and medical treatment of casualties

Safeguard other people;

Evacuate people to safe areas/assembly points

Informing and collaborating with statutory authorities to tackle the emergency

Initially contain and ultimately bring the incident under control

Preserve relevant records and equipment for subsequent enquiry into the cause and

circumstances of the emergency and

Investigating and taking steps to prevent recurrence.




The ERP can identify only some possible events that could occur during an emergency and the

ERP therefore designates areas of authority and responsibility and defines the framework within

which emergency decisions is being made. The ERP has to be related to the identification of

sources from which hazards can arise and the maximum credible loss scenario that can take place

in the concerned area. The ERP takes into account the maximum credible loss scenario - actions

that can successfully mitigate the effects of losses/emergency need to be well planned so that

they would require less effort and resources to control and terminate emergencies, should the

same occur.

Execution: The emergency response to any natural or manmade disaster/ situation in the Hotel

has been designed under:

First response: Activation of First Response Team (FRT)

Second response : Activation of Emergency Response Team (ERT).

Third response : Calling of external aid such as Fire Brigade, Bomb, Disposal unit,

Police and hospital.

Main hazards identified for the present hotel project include:

Fire hazard;

Earthquake;

LPG/Natural Gas leakage




A detailed ERP for the above-mentioned emergencies has been prepared for the present project.

All resident, guests, and visitors shall be made aware of the ERP through regular

training/awareness programmes, signages, etc. The ERP related to hazards pertaining to fire,

earthquake and LPG/Natural Gas leakage is briefly described in the following section.

7.3.2 Fire Hazard/Fire Fighting System

The firefighting system consists of portable fire extinguishers, hose reel, wet riser, yard hydrant,

automatic sprinkler system, and manual fire alarm system. Fire control room is situated on

ground floor. The Firefighting network followed by Emergency Response and mock drills are

essential part of Risk Control Measures.

The building has been classified under Group-A: Hotel Building, Sub Division A-6: Hotels in

the National Building Code 2005. The maximum height of the proposed residential complex

building would be 58.975 m. The firefighting system has been designed considering the

following codes, manual and guidelines;

National Building Code of India (NBC);

As per requirement of fire officer/local fire approving authorities; and

As per Indian Standard Code for Fire Protection (IS Codes)

Following items are envisaged for firefighting:

Automatic sprinklers has been installed in the hotel.

Hose reels, external fire hydrants has been installed.

Adequate Fire Extinguishers has been available for emergency situations, and portable

fire extinguishers has been provided at strategic locations.

Automatic fire detection system i.e. smoke/ heat detection system has been provided in

the buildings at appropriate places. The system has been connected to the fire alarm

system.

Special care about smoke movement in basement is taken care of. Along with ventilation

grill force draft for air injectors has been provided as per expert opinion.

HSD and other petroleum products at site is being stored at earmarked area having impervious

floor along with adequate firefighting arrangements. Hazardous wastes such as waste oil is being

collected, stored and periodically sold off to New Lubri Sales, authorized recycler.

7.3.2.1 Hydrant System

Hydrant system has been provided at each floor, basement area and also on the periphery of the

building (Yard hydrants). The water supply to hydrants is by means of wet riser piping system

connected to the static storage in the underground reservoir through a set of automatic pumps




installed in the pump room. The MCP has been installed in the basement as well as on every

floor near the staircase area and Fire Hose Cabinets is placed at conspicuous locations preferably

in basement area and at every floor, ensuring that no part on the floor is more than 30 m away

from it.

7.3.2.2 Automatic Sprinkler System

There are 6671 Sprinkler systems has been provided at each floor in the hotel building. The

Sprinkler Annunciation Panel located in the fire control room at the ground floor indicating the

operation of the sprinklers on the particular floor with an audio-visual alarm.

Table 7.1: List of Sprinkler Type Wise

S.

No.

Floor Type

Pendent Pendent

below

duct

Upright Side

wall

Pendant

concealed

type

Total

1. Basement-4 631 277 98 19 NA 1025

2. Basement-3 674 246 81 23 NA 1024

3. Basement-2 546 344 227 24 NA 1141

4. Basement-1 560 NA 551 42 NA 1153

5. Ground floor NA NA NA NA 224 224

6. First floor NA NA NA NA 220 220

7. Second floor NA NA NA NA 211 211

8. Third floor NA NA NA NA 210 210

9. Fourth floor NA NA NA NA 180 180

10. Fifth floor NA NA NA NA 215 215

11. Sixth floor NA NA NA NA 215 215

12. Seventh floor NA NA NA NA 219 219

13. Eighth floor NA NA NA NA 256 256

14. Ninth floor NA NA NA NA 214 214

15. Tenth floor NA NA NA NA 160 160

16. Eleven floor NA NA NA NA 4 4

7.3.2.3 Smoke Detectors/MCP/Heat Detectors

There is 2154 no. of smoke detectors has been installed in the building and details mentioned in

Table 7.2.




Table 7.2: List of Smoke Detectors

S.NO LOOP NO FLOOR QUANITY

1. LOOP NO-1 BASEMENT-4 227



4. LOOP NO-5 GROUND FLOOR 99

5. LOOP NO-6 LEVEL -1 130

6. LOOP NO-7 SERVICE FLOOR 129

7. LOOP NO-8 LEVEL-2 & 3 206

8. LOOP NO-9 LEVEL-4 & 5 191

9. LOOP NO-10 LEVEL-6 & 7 186

10. LOOP NO-11 LEVEL-8 &9 130

11. LOOP NO-12 LEVEL 10 102

12. LOOP NO-13 LEVEL -BASEMENT-1 131




7.3.2.4 Fire Extinguishes

There are 280 fire extinguishers of specified type and capacities has been installed at all floors

and in basement area and details mentioned in Table 7.3.

Table 7.3: List of Fire Extinguishers

S. No.

Types of Fire

Extinguishers

Quantity Working on

Ground

Not Working/

Stock/Empty

1. WATER CO2 42 34 8

2. MECHANICAL

FOAM

36 31 5

3. CO2 TYPE 103 97 6

4. ABC TYPE 79 65 14

5. DRY CHEMICAL

POWDER

10 5 5

6. K-GUARD /CHPS

/CLEAN AGENT

10 7 3

7. Total Extinguisher 280 239 41




7.2.2.5 Machinery/Components installed for Fire Fighting:

Fire water tank

Sprinklers line

Fire line

Fire Hose cabinet;

Hose Reel

Hose Pipe

Single headed External Fire Hydrant

Smoke Detector

Fire detector

Alarm system

Air Release Valve

Butterfly valve

Non-return Valve

Landing valve

Water CO2 Type portable fire extinguisher

ABC Type Portable Fire extinguisher

CO2 Type portable fire extinguisher

Mechanical Foam Type portable fire extinguisher

Dry chemical Powder Type Portable Fire extinguisher

K- Guard/CHPS/Clean Agent Type Fire extinguisher

NOC from the Fire Department vide letter no. F6/DFS/MS/Hotel/2013/SZ/1053 dated

17/06/2016 has been obtained enclosed as Annexure-XI.

7.2.3 Response for LPG Leakage

The affected area should be evacuated and cordoned off immediately.

Initiate an Emergency Response Team for LPG leakage.

Shut down the main valves in the gas bank.

Ensure that only concerned personnel are present in the affected area and all other

personnel and visitors are moved to the nearest assembly points.

Rescue trapped personnel, also check if any personnel are unconscious in the area and

immediately move them outside and provide first aid.

Ambulance should be summoned to take injured personnel to the nearest hospital.

Personnel in the nearby buildings to close all doors and windows to prevent entry of the

leaked gas.

Source of leakage to be traced and isolated from all the other areas. If required use

pedestal fans to bring down the gas concentration.

No match box or gas lighter or electric device or switch should be operated.

In case of a fire follow the instructions.




7.2.4 Response in Case of Fire

On sighting a fire, Intimate the Emergency Response Team for fire.

The First Response Team (FRT) is activated as the first response by the above. The FRT

comprises Duty Manager, Security Shift In-charge and Engineer Shift In- charge.

The hotel crisis Management Group (H-CMG) assembles at the Crisis Control Centre

located at the Fire Panel Room (ground floor) whenever the FRT is activated. The

members of the H-CMG are intimated by the Communication Centre through a burst

triton message.

They use the nearest means of access including the guest elevators to rush to the spot.

If the fire is small, they pick up the fire extinguishers and any other necessary equipment

as per the emergency.

If the fire is not controllable spreads then the Duty Manager will alert (GM, Director

Security, Chief Engineer, EAM, EHK, FOM, communication center) and escalates the

response to next level i.e ERT (Emergency Response Team) in consultation with the

Director Security/ Chief Engineer/ MOD/GM.

The Emergency Response Team should immediately inform the nearest Hospital, Fire

Station and Police.

The Emergency Response Team should provide immediate relief to the injured people at the

scene of incident. Any injured persons should be evacuated on priority to the dispensary or one

of the nearest hospitals based on their condition.

7.2.5 Instructions for guests/visitors

Get out of the buildings as quickly and as safely as possible.

Use the stairs to escape. When evacuating, stay low to the ground, be patient, do not

panic or push.

If possible, cover mouth with a cloth to avoid inhaling smoke and gases.

Pack the space under the door with wet clothing or other material to keep the smoke out.

Let someone know you are trapped. Call Security and stay on the line until he tells you to

hang up. If there are no phones available, yell out the window (if you have one), kick on

the door, do anything to make noise and draw attention to yourself. Hang a sheet, jacket

or other article out of the window to signal your location.

All personnel should know where primary and alternate exits are located, and be familiar

with the various evacuation routes available. Floor plans with escape routes, alternate

escape routes, exit locations and designated assembly points shall be displayed.




7.2.6 Earthquake

The project area is in Seismic Zone–IV and hence care has been taken in design so that it can

withstand the earthquake of with maximum magnitude and intensity likely to occur in zone IV.

7.2.6.1 Response Procedures for staff and visitors:

If indoors: Take cover under a piece of heavy furniture or against an inside wall and hold on.

Stay inside the most dangerous thing to do during the shaking of an earthquake is to try to

leave the building because objects can fall on you.

If outdoors: Move into the open, away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires. Once in

the open, stay there until the shaking stops.

7.2.6.2 After Earthquake

After the quake, be prepared for aftershocks.

Although smaller than the main shock, aftershocks cause additional damage and may bring

weakened structures down. Aftershocks can occur in the first hours, days, weeks, or even

months after a quake.

7.2.6.3 Help injured or trapped persons

Give first-aid where appropriate. Do not move seriously injured persons unless they are in

immediate danger of further injury. Call for help.

Stay out of damaged buildings.

Use the telephone only for emergency calls.

7.2.6.4 Damage Control

No attempts are to be made at damage control that involves any degree of risk to life and

health of facilities personnel. The following actions can be undertaken by staff members to

reduce damage potential to the property:

Shut off gas mains

Shut off water mains

Disconnect mains power supply if the isolating devices for these utilities are outside the

building

7.2.6.5 Damage Assessment/Reporting:

After the initial shock, evaluate the situation and if emergency help is necessary, call the

emergency response team (ERT) at the designated emergency response number. Report any

injuries or damage to facilities to ERT.

7.2.6.6 Response Procedure for Emergency Team

Emergency Response Team has been formulated for earthquake response.




Public-address system will be used, all the guests, visitors and staff will be informed about

the response procedures discussed above.

It is ensured that the first-aid, ambulance and fire tender vehicles are summoned, if

necessary.

Nearby hospitals will be informed, if there are any injuries.

7.3 SOCIAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT, R&R ACTION PLAN

The description of the socio-economic condition of the study area has been provided in Chapter

3.

The Land has been allotted vide allotment cum conveyance Deed Registration no. 3682 dated

04.04.2008. the copy of Land Document is attached as Annexure-I. the construction had been

completed in year 2010 and completion certificate had been issued by New Delhi Municipal

Council vide letter CA/BP/Leela Palace Hotel/O-2586-90 dated 24.12.2010. The copy of

completion certificate is attached as Annexure-VI. The project does not result in displacement of

any local population and hence, does not require a resettlement and rehabilitation study.



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CHAPTER-8: PROJECT BENEFITS

8.0 GENERAL

The development of infrastructure projects plays a key role in the economic growth of any

country. One of the fastest growing sectors of the economy now is the hotel industry. The

hotel industry in India has witnessed a tremendous boom in recent years, it is inextricably

linked to the tourism industry and the growth in Indian tourism has blossomed in to the

growth of the Indian hotel industry. The hotel industry is diverse enough for people to work

in different areas of interest and still be employed within the hotel. Historically viewed as an

industry providing a luxury service valuable to the economy only as a foreign exchange

earner, the industry today contributes directly to employment (directly employing around

0.15 million people), and indirectly facilitates tourism and commerce.


largest foreign exchange earner

for the country, with concerned efforts made by the Ministry of Tourism to promote India‟s

incredible beauty and heritage abroad. The no. of tourists arriving in India went up by

15.67% and the receipts for tourism increased by 20.8%, with the government planning to

showcase the country as a spiritual and wellness destination, India is poised to emerge as an

important destination in the space.

Furthermore, the expansion of the E-visa scheme to more countries is also expected to

increase the tourist flow. In addition, there is a steady growth and a higher movement in

meetings, incentives, conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) business.

8.1 IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Hotel Leelaventures Ltd is one of the leading players in the Indian hospitality industry. “The

Leela Hotel” understanding of luxury stems not only from the timeless Indian delight of

honoring guests, but also from its rich heritage which has inspired the creation of magnificent

hotels with lavish interiors the richness of the past blends effortlessly with modern

technology to create award winning hotels with a range of fine dining, banquet and

recreational facilities. The brand currently is strategically represented in the key business and

leisure destinations in India with a plan to grow exponentially to other destinations.

The company operates in both, the leisure and business sectors. The Leela palaces and resorts

include a chain of five-star luxury hotels and resorts. There are 260 rooms, in this luxury

5 star hotel situated in the prime location of Chanakyapuri in New Delhi, which improves the

aesthetic look of the area, and also helps in overall development of existing infrastructure

facility such as public transport, water supply, telecommunications etc. The total covered area

of the hotel is 62,985.83

The following physical infrastructure facilities has been improved due to project:

Road Transport facilities




Water supply and sanitation

Medical & Health Services

Social security measures

8.2 IMPROVEMENTS IN SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

The project “The Leela Hotel” is located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue,

Chankyapuri, New Delhi. The project site is coming under Commercial Land use as per the

Master Plan of Delhi 2021.

Leelaventure Ltd. exemplifies the magnificent architecture, grace and elegance of Lutyens‟

Delhi. It has also improved the social structure of the area. There are 260 wide spaced

guestrooms and suites and a presidential suite including recreational space and banquet hall

thus the project combines state-of-the-art functionality with traditional warmth to ensure

guests the highest levels of Indian hospitality at a global standard. Before the event of

Commonwealth games in 2010 the construction of 50 more rooms in an additional tower had

made the hotel commercially viable by reducing the cost of room by 40% and provided

accommodation to many visitors.

The project enhanced the aesthetics surrounding with greenery and landscaping, it has also

improved the ground water condition by adopting the practice of rain water harvesting and

waste management practices has made the environment and nearby surrounding pollution

free and clean thus enhancing the quality of life and social wellbeing

8.3 EMPLOYMENT POTENTIAL

Hotels and restaurants attract many tourists for leisure, rest and recreation. Employment in

hotels is increasing continuously with years. Growth in the tourism sector increased the

demand for employment.

During the construction phase, a large number of professionals and workers had been

engaged in various related activities. The manpower during operation phase for the project is

820 workers.

8.4 OTHER TANGIBLE BENEFITS

The other tangible benefits is in the form of commercial as well as Community Development

plan of project which helps local population to enjoy the development of better facilities in

nearby area. The establishment has contributed to the economic development of the region

and the green areas as per the master plan of Delhi 2021.

Indian tourism has blossomed in to the growth of the Indian hotel industry. A thriving

economy and increased business opportunities in India have acted as a boon for the Indian




hotel industry. The arrival of low cost airlines and associated price wars has given domestic

tourists many options.

The „Incredible India‟ destination campaign and the recently launched „Atithi Devo Bhavah‟

(ADB) campaign have also helped in the growth of domestic and international tourism and

consequently the hotel industry. In recent years the Government has taken several steps to

boost travel and tourism which have benefited the hotel industry in India.

Thus, the project has a positive impact on the socio-economic growth of the region as well as

for creating employment opportunities.




CHAPTER-9: ENVIRONMENTAL COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS

9.0 INTRODUCTION

As per EIA Notification dated 14th

Sept., 2006; as amended from time to time; the Chapter on

“Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis” is applicable only, if the same is recommended at the

Scoping stage.

As per the ToR points prescribed by MoEF&CC, for preparation of EIA report, the

Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis is not required.




CHAPTER-10: DAMAGE ASSESSMENT REPORT AND REMEDIATION PLAN

10.1: PROJECT LOCATION

“The Leela Hotel” is located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri,

New Delhi-110023 developed by M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. Coordinates of the project boundary is

mentioned in Table 1.2 of Chapter 1.

The excavation was started in the project site after the Environment Clearance for the plot area

of 12,140 Sq.m. We have started construction as per EC but built-up area has been enhanced to

62,985.83 sq. m. (Existing approved: 40,682.61 Sq.m. + Expanded:22,303.22 Sq.m.). There is no

addition of plot area only vertical expansion has been done.

No excavation due to enhanced built-up area.

No Tree cutting has been done for enhanced built-up area

We are taking proper management plan for wastewater, solid waste, Biological, Ambient

air etc.

10.2: CHRONOLOGICAL ACTIVITY:

The chronological activity for approval of Environment Clearance for Enhanced Built-up area

the is presented in Table No. 1.

Table No. 10.1: Chronological Activity for Application submission

for Enhanced Built-up area

Sl. No. Activity Date

1. Submission of Form-1, Form-1A and Conceptual Plan to

SEIAA Delhi 05/04/2016

2. Essential Details Sought (EDS) by SEIAA, Delhi 07/04/2016

13/05/2016

24/05/2016

05/07/2016

3. Submission of Essential details Sought (EDS) to SEIAA,

Delhi 10/05/2016

16/05/2016

30/05/2016

14/07/2016

4. 85th

SEAC Meeting schedule notice for meeting to be held on

17/12/2016 07/12/2016

5. New Notification Issued by MoEF&CC dated 09/12/2016

regarding Process of Environmental Clearance from Local

Urban Body for Built-up area up to 1,50,000 sqm (up to this

area EC is not required from SEIAA). 09/12/2016




Sl. No. Activity Date

6. 85th

SEAC Minutes of the Meeting dated 17/10/2016

displayed on SEIAA, Delhi website. 30/12/2016

7. New Notification issued by MoEF&CC for Violation cases

dated 14/03/2017. For Consideration of all categories of

projects (from all the states) which are constructed without

getting EC (as Violation Cases) in India.

14/03/2017

8. Letter from SEIAA, Delhi vide Letter No.

DPCC/SEIAA/2017/45/5620-5624/5620 dated 03/04/2017 to

approach MOEF&CC, as per Violation Notification dated

14/03/2017.

03/04/2017

9. Letter from SEIAA, Delhi vide Letter No. DPCC/SEIAA-

III/49/2017/6120 dated 24/07/2017 to delist the project from

SEIAA, Delhi. 24/07/2017

10. Application was uploaded on MoEF&CC Website as per the

direction of the MoEF&CC, Delhi. 31/07/2017

11. Letter from SEIAA, Delhi vide F. No. 319/DPCC/SEIAA/

2017/51/6251 dated 03/10/2017 regarding compliance of

Notification dated 14/03/2017. 03/10/2017

12. Reply of the above-mentioned letter of SEIAA, Delhi was

submitted to SEIAA, Delhi. 16/10/2017

13. Revised Notification for Violation cases dated 08/03/2018.

Regarding consideration of all violation case from the

respective state. (This notification was issued based on the

representation from the Public Representatives and Industrial

Association).

08/03/2018

14. Based on the Amendment in Notification dated 08/03/2018

MoEF&CC has issued Office Memorandum dated 15/03/2018

for submission of Violation cases in State SEIAA. 15/03/2018

15. SEIAA, Delhi Tenure was from 03 years effective from

01/04/2015 to 31/03/2018. Notification of SEIAA is attached.

Tenure of the SEIAA was end on 31/03/2018. 31/03/2018

16. Project was considered in 15th

Expert Appraisal Committee

meeting for violation; agenda dated 27/11/2018

17. TOR issued 27/12/2018




10.3: DAMAGE ASSESSMENT REPORT

During Construction Phase:

The land of the project with surroundings is flat land without any undulation. hence, land use

pattern has not been changed due to this project. Construction has been completed in the existing

plot area i.e. 12,140 sq.m. and built-up area has been enhanced to 62,985.83 Sq.m. The project

does not have any adverse impact on the surrounding environment.

All the trees present at the project site is peripheral to the site. Permission has been obtained for

Total 37 Nos. (feeling: 26 Nos. & Transplant: 11 Nos.) of trees from Dy. Conservator of Forests.



Transplant 6 Nos. of trees application by Leela submitted on 28/09/2007 and second permission

vide letter no. 8 (121)/COT/CFD/07-08/22524.54 dated 09/01/2008 for felling of 13 Nos. &

transplant of 5 Nos. of trees, application by Leela submitted on 07/01/2008. The copy of

permission for felling of trees enclosed as Annexure-XXI. The total 421 nos. of trees has been

planted inside the project boundary and 92 nos. of trees has been planted outside the project

boundary.

Water Quality:

(Ground Water)

The total water requirement is 598 KLD out of which fresh water requirement is 341 KLD,

which will be met through NDMC water supply and ground water. The project has 3 rainwater

harvesting pits constructed in the Hotel Premises, which helps to collect the run-off from the roof

top area and recharge of ground water.

(Surface Water)

There is no discharge of treated wastewater in the nearby water bodies as our unit has adopted

zero liquid discharge system. The treated water from STP will be used in Landscaping, HVAC

Cooling tower makeup & DG sets Cooling.

ii) Air Quality

DG sets: 3 DG sets of total capacity of 6435 KVA (2 x 2030 + 2375 KVA)

The DG set of capacity 2375 KVA is Dual Fired – PNG & HSD.


Boilers: 3x6 lakh K cal/hr (Hot water Generation) and 3 x 600 Kg/ hr (steam generation) Boiler.

All Boilers are PNG fired.

Stacks of Appropriate height has been provided to each boiler as per CPCB guidelines.




iii) Solid Waste Generation

Total solid waste generation is 764.5 kg/day after enhanced Built-up area (Approved EC: 630

kg/day + Enhanced built-up area: 134.5 kg/day). Proper management and disposal of domestic

solid waste, STP sludge, hazardous waste and e-waste will result in contamination of soil, water

and air (foul smell & odor).

iv) Ambient Noise

During operational phase the following sources of noise pollution

Increase in noise from vehicular movement

DG Set Operation

The DG sets are provided with acoustic enclosure for abatement of noise pollution.

v) Biological Environment

Permission has been obtained for Total 37 Nos. (feeling: 26 Nos. & Transplant: 11 Nos.) of trees

from Dy. Conservator of Forests. The First permission has been obtained from Dy. Conservator

of Forests, Central forest Division, Delhi vide letter no. 8 (121)/COT/CFD/07-08/2064.66 dated

26/12/2007 for felling of 13 Nos. & Transplant 6 Nos. of trees application by Leela submitted on

28/09/2007 and second permission vide letter no. 8 (121)/COT/CFD/07-08/22524.54 dated

09/01/2008 for felling of 13 Nos. & transplant of 5 Nos. of trees, application by Leela submitted

on 07/01/2008. The copy of permission for felling of trees enclosed as Annexure-XXI. The total

421 nos. of trees has been planted inside the project boundary and 92 nos. of trees has been

planted outside the project boundary. The total 421 nos. of trees has been planted inside the

project boundary and 92 nos. of trees has been planted outside the project boundary.

vi) Socio-economic Environment

The project has provided the employment to 820 people.

vii) Land use and soil

RCC structure has been made in the Hotel premises to avoid spillage on soil. Hence There is no

impact on soil quality.

10.4 REMEDIATION PLAN AND NATURAL & COMMUNITY AUGMENTATION

PLAN

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN DURING OPERATION PHASE:

a) Water resource & Wastewater Management:

The total water requirement is 598 KLD out of which fresh water requirement is 341 KLD,

which will be met through NDMC water supply and ground water. The project has 3 rainwater




harvesting pits constructed in the Hotel Premises, which helps to collect the run-off from the roof

top area and recharge of ground water.

Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) of 400 KLD capacity and Effluent treatment plant (ETP) of 100

KLD capacity has been constructed at the Leela Hotel. The Treated water i.e. 318 KLD has been

obtained and used in Irrigation of Garden and lawns, Flushing, HVAC Cooling and DG Cooling.

b) Air Quality Management:

DG sets: 3 DG sets of total capacity of 6435 KVA (2 x 2030 + 2375 KVA)


Boilers: 3x6 lakh K cal/hr (Hot water Generation) and 3 x 600 Kg/ hr (steam generation) Boiler

has been provided. All Boilers are PNG fired to minimize pollution.

Stacks of Appropriate height has been provided to each boiler as per CPCB guidelines.

c) Solid waste Management:

The solid waste generated from the hotel has been categorize in Dry garbage waste and

wet garbage waste in green and blue colored bins. The total quantity of waste generation

from of hotel is 764.5 Kg/day (Approved EC: 630 kg/day + Expansion: 134.5 kg/day).

Organic waste is being composted by the Organic Waste Converter installed in the

premises. Daily log book is being maintained for collection and disposal of solid waste as

per Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016.

Wastewater treatment generates about 52kg/day of sludge (wet-basis). The sludge is

being disposed off through authorized vendor, RD Contractor.

d) Noise & vibration Management

As the construction of the project has already been completed.

Acoustic enclosure has been provided in each DG sets and DG sets will be used during

power failure only.

The landscape design along the periphery of the plot has been developed to achieve

attenuation factor conforming to noise standards.

Proper operation and maintenance of heavy equipment as well as transport vehicles was

done to ensure lower noise emissions.

e) Green Area Development Management

Green area will be developed in an area of 4373.61 sq. m. 43.03 % of plot area of the

total plot area.

Plant species like Bauhinia blakeana, Cassia fistula, Ficus benjamina, Plumeria, Colvillea

racemose, Jacaranda mimosifolia, Melaleuca has been planted outside the hotel premises




and plant species like Bauhinia blakeana, Ficus black, Tabebuia argentea, Azadirachta

indica and Jacaranda has been planted inside the hotel premises.

Large leaf trees has been planted to provide adequate shade and are semi- evergreen to

evergreen.

f) Fire & Safety Management

Fire Fighting Designed: as per National Building Code (NBC) 2005.

Fire escape staircases as per NBC requirements has been provided.

Fire sprinklers & Fire Alarm system has been installed

280 fire extinguishers of specified type and capacities has been installed at all floors and

in basement area.

NOC from fire department has been obtained.

g) Details of Energy Conservation Measures

Buildings are designed and constructed in such a way that maximum use of natural

lighting has been achieved. The walls, roofs and opening are designed in such a way that

influx of heat is minimum.

Thermal Energy used in “The Leela Palace” are as follows:

-PNG for boilers to generate steam for laundry & hot water supply

-PNG Consumption for cooking is a large portion of total thermal energy. 40% of energy

is saved by using induction cooking.

-LPG for special cooking

-HSD for DG sets

-Charcoal for special cooking

Use of CFL/LED lights in common areas.

The building materials, having lower U-value and the insulating material having higher

R-value are selected for optimum energy performance.

The Leela Palace Hotel has also been granted Platinum Rating in Indian Green Building

Rating System by Indian Green Building Council.

h) Budget Allocation for EMP: The Capital cost and recurring cost allocated towards the

Environment Management Plan in mentioned in Table 10.2.

Table 10.2: Environmental Management Cost

Component Capital Cost

(Rs.)

Recurring Cost

per annum (Rs.)

Sewage Treatment Plant 67,10,308 97,200

Effluent Treatment Plant 9,60,380 1,00,000

Rain Water Harvesting System 13,11,324 13,00,000

Solid Waste Management 15,46,386 3,00,000

Online Monitoring 2,65,000 7,00,000




Green Area 2,10,000 30,00,000

Others (Solar Water Heater

system, VFD, LED & BMS, etc.) 2,00,00,000 4,00,000

Total 3,10,03,398 58,97,200

Enhanced Built-up area of “The Leela Hotel” located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa

Avenue, Chankyapuri, New Delhi-110023


CHAPTER-11: SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION

11.0 INTRODUCTION

M/s. Leelaventures Ltd. developed the “The Leela Hotel” located at Diplomatic Enclave,

Africa Avenue, Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri, New Delhi-110023 in the area of 12,140 m2 and

the total built up area of the project is 62,985.83 m2

Land for the above mentioned project has been allotted by the Delhi Development Authority

(DDA) vide allotment cum conveyance Deed Registration no. 3682 dated 04.04.2008. The

copy of Land Documents is attached as Annexure-I.

11.1 SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT

Table-11.1: Summary of the Project

Name of the

Project

EIA report for Enhanced Built-up area of “The Leela Hotel” located at

Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri, New

Delhi-110023

Location

(Coordinates)

Latitude Longitude

Centre of the Plot 28°34'48.16"N 77°11'21.16"E

Corner-I 28°34'50.16"N 77°11'21.27"E

Corner-II 28°34'48.93"N 77°11'18.86"E

Corner-III 28°34'47.10"N 77°11'19.30"E

Corner-IV 28°34'46.63"N 77°11'20.08"E

Corner-V 28°34'46.61"N 77°11'22.40"E

Corner-VI 28°34'46.93"N 77°11'22.90"E

Corner-VII 28°34'49.53"N 77°11'23.74"E

Size of the

Project

Plot Area: 12,140 m.2

Enhanced Built up are: 62,985.83 m2

Screening

category Category-8 (a)

Table-11.2: Existing Infrastructure, Connectivity & Site Surroundings



1. Nearest Railway

Station


Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway

Station

334 m towards North-West


2. Nearest Metro Station Bikaji cama Metro Station 1.97 km towards East

3. Nearest Airport

Indira Gandhi International

Airport

Safdarjung Airport

7.5 km towards West







4. Nearest Village /

Urban Settlement

Chanakyapuri

New Moti Bagh

Sarojini Nagar

Laxmibai Nagar

Moti Bagh

1 km towards North

0.5 km towards West




5. Nearest

Highway/Roads

Africa Avenue Road


Ring Road

Shanti Path

NH-8


70 m towards East




6. Water Bodies

River Yamuna

Najafgarh Drain

Sanjay Lake



West

1.5 km towards East

7. Nearest School &

College

The British School


Sanskriti School





2.6 km towards West

8. Nearest Hospital Primus Super Specialty Hospital

AIIMS



9. Places of worship Lal Masjid

Kali Temple



10. Places of Tourist

Attractions

Gandhi Smriti

National Museum

Deer Park

Tughlaqabad Fort

3.38 km towards North East




11. Nearest Reserve

Forest


Rajokri PF

Masudpur PF

Buddha Jayanti Park





12. Nearest Wild life

Sanctuary





13. Inter State Boundary Delhi Haryana State Boundary




11.2 NEED OF PROJECT

DDA in 2008 increased the Floor Space Index (FSI) from 1.5 to 2.25 to help add more rooms

in anticipation of the rush of tourists in 2010 events such as Commonwealth Games increased

the visitors to accommodate them




With the additional FSI, the Leela Palace in Delhi had build around 50 more rooms in an

addition on top of the banquet hall after which the cost per room come down by 40% that

made the hotel commercially viable.

The main purpose and benefit of the project to environment and society are as under:

To enhance the aesthetics surrounding with greenery and landscaping.

To adopt the practice of rain water harvesting to improve the ground water condition.

To adopt the Practice of waste management to make the environment and

surroundings pollution free and clean.

To adopt the practice of treated wastewater in an in-house STP and re-use the treated

water in various purposes so that stress on ground water abstraction/water

requirement is being minimized.

Earthquake resistant RCC Structure.

11.3 EIA STUDY

As per the EIA Notification dated 14.09.2006, the Enhanced Built-up area of “The Leela

Hotel” located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri, New

Delhi-110023 would require Environmental Clearance. On this plot a commercial project is

being developed by M/s. Leelaventure Ltd. Total built- up area of the project is 62,985.83 m2.

The Project is designated under Category “B” and falls under Item 8(a) (Building &

Construction) of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification of September 14,

2006 and its amendments and Notification for violation vide notification no. S.O.804 (E)

Dated 14/03/2017 and amendments (for violation cases).

11.4 PROJECT PROFILE

11.4.1 Site and Surrounding

The nearest railway station is Safdarjung Railway Station at a distance of approx. 330 m

towards North-West The nearest airport is IGI Airport which is located at an approx.7.5 km

distance towards West from the project site.

11.4.2 Land

The project is earmarked under Land use as per the Master Plan of Delhi 2021.

11.4.3 Water

Water requirement during Operation phase

Water requirement during the operational phase is being met through Municipal supply. The

total water requirement is 598 KLD. This includes domestic water requirement, flushing,

landscaping, DG cooling, and for firefighting tank. The total fresh water requirement is 241

KLD which includes domestic water requirement. The water requirement for flushing, DG

cooling and landscaping is being met through treated water from onsite STP.




11.4.4 Ambient Air Quality of the Study Area

(a) Particulate Matter (PM10)

The average 24-hourly PM10 concentrations varied station-wise from 271.6 g/m3 to 284.2

g/m3 in the month of December. In the study area the 24-hourly average values of PM10

observed at location AQ1, AQ2, AQ3, AQ4 and AQ5 were higher than the limit of 100

g/m3. This is in line with the deteriorating air quality of the area.PM10 in the project site is

high due to the commercialization activities and vehicular emission. The Limit 100 g/m3 is

stipulated for Residential, Rural and Other areas in the National Ambient Air Quality

Standards.

(b) Particulate Matter (PM2.5)

The 24-hourly average PM2.5 concentrations varied station-wise from 82.5 g/m3 to 341

g/m3 during baseline monitoring period. In the study area, the 24-hourly average values of

PM2.5 observed at all locations were above the limit of NAAQS (60 g/m3). PM2.5 in the

project site is high due to commercialization activities and vehicular emission. The limit 60

g/m3 is stipulated for Residential, Rural and Other areas in the National Ambient Air

Quality Standards.

(c) Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)

The 24-hourly average values of SO2 varied between 7.092 g/m3

to 22.42 g in month of

December. Overall in all cases in the study area the 24-hourly average values of SO2

observed were below the limit of 80 g/m3 for Residential, Rural and Other areas as

stipulated in the National Ambient Air Quality Standards.

(d) Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)

The 24-hourly average values of NO2 varied between 38.85 g/m3

to 48.66 g/m3 in the

month of December. Overall in all cases in the study area the 24-hourly average values of

NO2 observed were below the NAAQS limit of 80 g/m3 for Residential, Rural and Other

areas as stipulated in the National Ambient Air Quality Standards.

(e) Carbon Monoxide (CO)

The 8 hourly averaged values of CO varied between 0.6 mg/m3 to 1 mg/m

3 in month of

December. Overall in all cases of the study area, the 8 hourly average values of CO observed

were below the limit of 2.0 mg/m3 for Residential, Rural and Other areas as stipulated in the

National Ambient Air Quality Standards.

11.4.5 Noise Quality of the Study Area

Ambient noise level monitoring was carried out during the month of December 2018. At Five

locations mentioned below noise monitoring was conducted continuously over a period of




twenty-four hours to obtain Leq values at uniform time intervals of 1 hour. For each location,

day and night time Leq values have then been computed from the hourly Leq values such that

comparison could be made with the CPCB Standards.

Day time Leq has been computed from the hourly Leq values between 6.00 a.m. and 10.00

p.m. and night time Leq from the hourly Leq values between 10.00 p.m. and 6.00 a.m.

Noise monitoring study reveals that average noise levels at day time were recorded as 64.8

dB (A) at NQ1, 62.2 dB (A) at NQ2, 63.1 dB (A) at NQ3, 54.2 dB (A) at NQ4 & 54.2 dB (A)

at NQ5 respectively.

11.4.6 Socio-Economic Environment

This Section of the EIA report deals with Socio-Economic Impact assessment of the

“Enhanced Built-up area of “The Leela Hotel” located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue,

Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri, New Delhi-110023 by M/s Leelaventures Ltd”.

The broad objectives of the socio-economic impact assessment are as follows:

To Study the Socio-economic status of the people living in the study area of the existing

project

To study the socio-economic status of the people living in the study area of “The Leela

Hotel” located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Netaji Nagar, Chankyapuri,

New Delhi-110023 by M/s Leelaventures Ltd.

To assess the impact on socio-economic environment due to Enhanced Built-up area

of “The Leela Hotel”

11.4.6.1 Methodology

The methodology adopted for impact assessment is as follows:

The details of the activities and population structure have been obtained from Census

2011 and analyzed.

Primary data was collected by randomly in some household in study area. The data

collected during the survey was analyzed to evaluate the prevailing socio-economic

profile of the area.

Based on the above data, impacts due to construction and operation on the community

have been assessed and recommendations for further improvement have been made.

11.4.6.2 Conclusion of Socio-Economic Study:

The study area involves an urban area, however it comes under Chanakyapuri in New Delhi.

According to Census 2011, Core zone doesn’t have any human habitation however 2 Km

buffer and 10km buffer have the total population of 61382 Individuals & 142004 Individuals

respectively. The distribution of population is, 55 percent of total population is male and 45

percent are female, this creates a gender gap of 10 percent. The sex ratio works out to females

805 per 1,000 males for 2 km buffer and 868 for 10 Km buffer. The sex ratio of Connaught

Place is 822. The illiteracy in the 2 Km and 10 Km buffer zone of study area are 13 & 12




percent respectively. The literates 2 Km and 10 Km buffer zone of study area are 87 & 88

percentage respectively. Literates are 88% in district New Delhi while 87 % in Chanakyapuri.

11.5 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT

Table -11.3: List of Important Flora found in the study Area

S.

No.


1 Alstonia scholaris

Linn.

Apocynaceae Indian devil

tree

Wood is used for making

pencil, bark is used as

medicine

2 Acacia nilotica

(Linn.)

Fabaceae Babool Gum yielding

3 Achyranthes Amaranthaceae Latjira Medicinal plant

4 Argemone mexicana

Linn

Papaveraceae Peeli Kateeli Medicinal plant

6 Calotropis procera

Ait

Asclepiadaceae Aak Medicinal plant

8 Coccinia grandis

(L.) Voigt

Cucurbitaceae Kunduru Leaf juice used in

diabetes

high fever. Roots useful

in vomiting.

9 Convolvulous

microphyllus Sieb.

Convolvulaceae Safed

shankh

pushpi

Whole plant Used as

brain tonic, cardiac tonic,

10 Dolichos lablab L. /

Lablab purpureus

(L.)

Fabaceae Sweet

Sem

Cultivated for its green

pod used as vegetable in

the area.

11 Ipomea palmata

Convolvulaceae Railway

creeper

Planted in gardens for


12 Ipomea nil Linn. Convolvulaceae Nil kalmi Purgative, tonic.

13 Jasminum

auriculatum

Oleaceae Juhi Cultivated in gardens for


14 Jasminum multiforum

(Burm.f)Andr.

Oleaceae Chameli Grown in gardens, lawns

and parks for its

beautiful flowers.

15 Lagenaria sineraria

Standley

Cucurbitaceae Lauki Cultivated for its fruits

used as vegetable.

16 Lathyrus odoratus

Linn.

Fabaceae Garden pea Cultivated in gardens for

sweet smell.

17 Lathyrus sativus

Linn.

Fabaceae Khesari Cultivated and

adulterated with Cajanus

sps. (arhar dal).




S.

No.


18 Luffa cylindrical (L.) Cucurbitaceae Roem

Ghiya tori

Cultivated as a crop for

its fruits eaten as

vegetable.

19 Phaseolus lunatus Fabaceae Lobia Young pods are sliced

and cooked as vegetable.

20 Pisum sativum L. Fabaceae Matar Cultivated as pulse crop.

21 Pothos scandens L. Araceae Money plant Cultivated for

Ornamental purposes.

22 Trichosanthes dioca

Roxb.

Cucurbitaceae Parwal Cultivated for its fruits

eaten as vegetable.

Useful for stomach

complaints.

23 Trichosanthes

anguina Linn.

Cucurbitaceae Chichinda Cultivated for its fruits

eaten as vegetable.

24 Tropaeolum majus

Tropaeolaceae Nastertium Ornamental plant. Also

used in respiratory and

urinary infections.

25 Parthenium

hysterophorus

Asteraceae Gajar Ghass Weed plant

26 Saccharum munja Poaceae Munj

27 Ziziphus jujuba Rhamnaceae Ber fruit plant

28 Acacia nilotica Fabaceae Keekar

29 Syzygium cumini Myrtaceae Jamun Fruit Plant

30 Leucaena

leucocephala

Fabaceae Subabool timber for match box

31 Phoenix dactylifera L. Arecaceae Khajur fruits are eaten,

32 Eucalyptus obliqua Myrtaceae Eucalyptus purifies air

33 Neolamarckia

cadamba

Rubiaceae Kadamb fruits are eaten,

34 Mangifera indica Anacardiaceae Aam Fruit and Timber tree

35 Saraca asoca Fabaceae Ashok Garden tree

36 Nerium oleander L. Apocynaceae Kaner Flowering climber

Faunal Community: A general faunal study was carried out for the area. A summary of

faunal community is given in Table-11.4

Table 11.4: List of Amphibians, Reptiles and Mammals found in the Study Area

S.

No.


Conservation status

Amphibians

1. Toad Duttaphrynus melanostictus Schedule –IV Least concern,

2. Frog Hoplobatrachus tigerinus Schedule –IV, Least concern

Reptiles

3. India garden lizard Calotes versicolor Least concern




S.

No.


Conservation status

4. House lizard Hamidactylus sp. Least concern

Mammals

5. India palm squirrel Funambulus pennantii Schedule –IV, Least concern

6. Cow Bos sp. Least concern

7. Rat Rattus rattus Schedule –V, Least concern

8. Cat Falis sp. Least concern

9. Dog Cuon sp. Least concern

Aves

10. Crow Corvas splendans Schedule –V, Least concern

11. Baya Ploceus philippinus Schedule –IV, Least concern

12. Parrot Psittacula krameri Schedule –IV, Least concern

13. Pigeon Columba livia Schedule –IV, Least concern

14. Egretta Egretta sp. Schedule –IV, Least concern

15. Bulbul Pycnonotus barbatus Schedule –IV, Least concern

16. Myna Acridotheres tristis Schedule –IV, Least concern

11.6 EMPLOYMENT POTENTIAL

During the construction phase, a large number of professionals and workers had been

engaged in various activities. The total employees at present at “The Leela Hotel” are 820

Nos.

11.7 RAW MATERIAL CONSUMPTION WAS AT THE TIME OF

CONSTRUCTION

Not Applicable

11.8 IMPACT ASSESSMENT

The existing commercial project has not have any major impact on the environmental

parameters. During the operation phase project the source of pollution is (i) Sewage

generation; (ii) Waste generation; and (iii) Noise generation. All these impacts is being

controlled and prevented by adopting suitable technologies. Details of the control and

preventive measures are described in details in the subsequent section. There is no major

impact on the flora and fauna of the area also there would not be any effect on the surface

drainage. Details of the Environmental Impacts due to the existing project are described in

details in the following section.

11.8.1 Impact on Air Quality of the areas

During Operation phase main source of air pollution is Gaseous Emissions (SO2, NO2, CO,

CO2, PAH) from movement of vehicles and DG Set. To mitigate the gaseous emissions from

DG set Stack height according to CPCB norms is being installed. There would be no negative

impact on Air Quality of the surrounding area.




11.8.2 Impact on Water Quality

The total water requirement is 598 KLD and total fresh water requirement is 341 KLD which

is being met through NDMC supply and Ground water. Hence, there is no negative impact on

ground water as no extraction is being done. The 3 Nos. of rainwater harvesting has been

constructed at the selected locations in coordination with NDMC, the design was provided by

DJB vide letter no. DJB/EE(RWH/GWC)/2017/746 dated 04/05/2017 enclosed as Annexure-

XVIII. RWH pits catches the run-off from the roof top area during operational phase. Thus,

there is positive impact on the water table.

11.8.3 Impact on Noise Environment

The main source of noise pollution is operation of DG sets. Noise levels were measured at

site with the objective to establish the baseline noise level and assess the impacts of total

noise generated by the activity. The sample locations for the noise monitoring were selected

for measurement of present status of ambient noise levels. Ambient noise level or sound

pressure levels (SPL) were measured by a portable sound level meter having built in facilities

to read noise level directly in dB (A). A-weighted equivalent continuous sound pressure level

(Leq) values were computed from the values of A-weighted SPL measured with the help of

noise meter. Noise measurement was conducted as per IS: 4954 as adopted by CPCB.

11.8.4 Impact on Water Resource

Wastewater Impacts

The generated waste water is 344 KLD. The waste water generated is being treated in the Sewage

Treatment Plant, and the capacity of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) is being 20% higher than

waste water generated i.e. 400 KLD (augmented from 220 KLD). The STP is based on Membrane

Bioreactor (MBR). The STP is being located in the basement level 3 & Basement level 4.

Laundry waste water is being treated in the 100 KLD Effluent Treatment Plant.

There is no significant impact of wastewater management during the operation phase.

11.8.5 Impact on Land Environment

The land of the project with surroundings is flat land without any undulation. hence, land use

pattern has not been changed due to this project. Construction has been completed in the

existing plot area i.e. 12,140 sq.m. and built-up area has been enhanced to 62,985.83 Sq.m.

The project does not have any adverse impact on the surrounding environment.

11.8.6 Impacts on Topography and Geology

Since the project site is almost plain, the topography as well as geology is not anticipated to

change due to the project.




11.8.7 Impacts due to Waste Disposal

The domestic solid waste is generated, pertains to the two categories, Bio-degradable and

Non-biodegradable. An area is being designated for secondary processing, where the proper

segregation of waste takes place before sending it for proper disposal. These solid wastes are

being collected separately by putting two types of separate bins at the source of generation.

For the biodegradable waste green bins and recyclable waste blue bins has been provided.

11.9 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PLAN

The Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan (EMMP) incorporate a series of

measures and procedures for the long-term environmental management of the project.

An Environment Management Cell (EMC) centralized one to be formed in the Hotel which is

responsible for implementation of the monitoring plan. The composition of the Environment

Management Cell.

11.10 GREEN BELT DEVELOPMENT

Green area has been developed in an area of 4373.61 sq. m. 43.03 % of plot area of

the total plot area.

Plant species like Bauhinia blakeana, Cassia fistula, Ficus benjamina, Plumeria,

Colvillea racemose, Jacaranda mimosifolia, Melaleuca has been planted outside the

hotel premises and plant species like Bauhinia blakeana, Ficus black, Tabebuia

argentea, Azadirachta indica and Jacaranda has been planted inside the hotel

premises.

Large leaf trees has been planted to provide adequate shade and are semi- evergreen

to evergreen.

The total 421 nos. of trees has been planted inside the project boundary and 92 nos. of

trees has been planted outside the project boundary.

11.11 DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN

The overall objective of DMP is to make use of the combined resources at the site and

outside services to achieve the following:

To localize the emergency and if possible eliminate it;

To minimize the effects of the accident on people and property;

Effect the rescue and medical treatment of casualties;

Safeguard other people;

Evacuate people to safe areas;

Informing and collaborating with statutory authorities;

Initially contain and ultimately bring the incident under control;

Preserve relevant records and equipment for the subsequent enquiry into the cause and

circumstances of the emergency;

Investigating and taking steps to prevent reoccurrence




11.12 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

Regular Health Check-up has been conducted in the hotel.

11.13 PROJECT BENEFITS


largest foreign exchange earner

for the country, with concerned efforts made by the Ministry of Tourism to promote India’s

incredible beauty and heritage abroad. The no. of tourists arriving in India went up by

15.67% and the receipts for tourism increased by 20.8%. with the government planning to

showcase the country as a spiritual and wellness destination, India is poised to emerge as an

important destination in the space.

IMPROVEMENTS IN PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Hotel Leelaventure Ltd. is one of the leading players in the Indian hospitality industry.

“The Leela Hotel” has understanding of luxury stems not only from the timeless Indian

delight of honoring guests, but also from its rich heritage which has inspired the creation of

magnificent hotels with lavish interiors. The richness of the past blends effortlessly with

modern technology to create award winning hotels with a range of fine dining, banquet and

recreational facilities. The brand currently is strategically represented in the key business and

leisure destinations in India with a plan to grow exponentially to other destinations.

The company operates in both, the leisure and business sectors. The Leela palaces and resorts

include a chain of five-star luxury hotels and resorts. There are 260 rooms, in this luxury

5 star hotel situated in the prime location of Chanakyapuri in New Delhi, which improves the

aesthetic look of the area, and also helps in overall development of existing infrastructure

facility such as public transport, water supply, telecommunications etc. The total builtup area

of the hotel is 62,985.83 m2.

The following physical infrastructure facilities have been improved due to project:

Road Transport facilities

Water supply and sanitation

Medical & Health Services

Social security measures

11.14 CONCLUSIONS

Based on the EIA study and prepared EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up area of “The

Leela Hotel” located at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chankyapuri, New Delhi-

110023. It is concluded that the potential adverse environmental impacts associated during

operation Phase of the project can be prevented and mitigated to an acceptable level by

implementation of various preventive and control measures as suggested in various chapters




of the EIA Report. The benefits of the project are much more significant than its

environmental impacts.




CHAPTER - 12

DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED

Declaration by Experts contributing to the EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of

“The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New

Delhi-110023

I, hereby, certify that, I was a part of the Final EIA/EMP team in the following capacity that

developed the above Final EIA Report.

EIA Coordinator

Name Mr. Purushottam Sharma

Signature & Date

Period of

involvement

March’2016 to till date

Contact information +91 99581 49985

Functional Area Experts: -

S.

No.

Functional

Areas

Name of the

Expert/s

Involvement (Period

& Task)

Signature

1. LU Mr. Jitender

Dixit

Preparation of LU LC

input, impact

assessment &

mitigation measures

2.

WP

Mrs. Shalini

Gupta

Preparation of WP

input,

impact assessment &

mitigation measures

Ms. Preeti

Kumari




S.

No.

Functional

Areas

Name of the

Expert/s

Involvement (Period

& Task)

Signature

3.

AP

Mr.

Purushottam

Sharma

Preparation of AP

input,

impact assessment &

mitigation measures

4.

EB Mr. Ajay

Govind Bhatt

Preparation of EB

input,

impact assessment &

mitigation measures

5. SE

Mr.

Purushottam

Sharma

Preparation of SE

input,

impact assessment &

mitigation measures

6. SC Dr. Manoj

Kumar Dwivedi

Preparation of SC

input,

impact assessment &

mitigation measures

7. HG Mr. Abhishek

Saxena

Preparation of HG

input,

impact assessment &

mitigation measures

8. Noise Mr. Paras

Kumar Nagori

Preparation of Noise

input, impact

assessment &

mitigation measures

9. MSW

Mr.

Purushottam

Sharma

Preparation of MSW

input, impact

assessment &

mitigation measures




Declaration by the Head of the Accredited Consultant Organization

I, Purushottam Sharma, hereby, confirm that the above mentioned experts prepared the EIA

Report of “EIA Report for Enhanced Built-up Area of “The Leela Hotel” at Diplomatic

Enclave, Africa Avenue, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-110023. I also confirm that I shall be

fully accountable for any mis-leading information mentioned in this statement.

Signature

Name Mr. Purushottam Kumar Sharma

Designation Managing Director

Name of the EIA Consultant

Organization

Ascenso Enviro Pvt. Ltd.

Name of the

Consultancy

Company

Ascenso Enviro Pvt. Ltd

Accrediation Status ISO 9001:2008 Certified,

A QCI Accredited Environmental Organization.

Mentioned at S. No. 14 in QCI list of Accredited Consultants

Dated 17th

December 2018




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Website www.amcgroup.co.in

Nature of Services EIA Consultancy, Environmental, Health & Safety Auditing,

EMS, Greens Concept Development, CDM etc.

Base Line Data Ecosteps labs Pvt. Ltd.

Recog. Lab by National Accreditation Board for Testing and

Calibration Laboratories (NABL)

S No. Functional Area Name of the Expert

1. EIA Coordinator Mr. Purushottam Kumar Sharma

2. FAE-WP

Mrs. Shalini Gupta

Ms. Preeti Kumari

3. FAE-AP Mr. Purushottam Kumar Sharma

4. FAE-LU Mr. Jitender Dixit

5. FAE-EB Mr. Ajay Govind Bhatt

6. FAE-SE Mr. Purushottam Kumar Sharma

7. FAE-HG Mr. Abhishek Saxena

8. FAE-SC Mr. Manoj Kumar Dwivedi

9. FAE-MSW Mr. Purushottam Kuymar Sharma

10. FAE-AQ Mr. Purushottam Kumar Sharma

11. FAE-Noise Mr. Paras Kumar Nagori




ASCENSO ENVIRO PVT LTD (AEPL), New Delhi is an independent consultancy company

offering high quality technical services in the field of EIA, Environment, and Health & Safety

etc. It was started as Ascent Management & Consulting Group which has been active in this field

since its inception. AEPL is associated with Agricultural Finance Corporation Limited (AFCL)

which is owned by public sector banks, NABARD and Exim Bank.

AEPL is supported by distinguished professionals, engineers, scientists etc. AEPL Professionals

have excellent experience in executing EIA and other environmental projects.

For Environmental Monitoring related work, we are associated with our sister concern

Laboratory “Ecosteps Laboratory Pvt. Ltd”. A recognized Lab by National Accreditation

Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL).