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Chinnakkada Underpass Package No. KLM-RT-01-C

Project Implementation Unit, KSUDP Kollam Municipal Corporation

KERALA

SUSTAINABLE

URBAN

DEVELOPMENT

PROJECT

INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EXAMINATION

REPORT

INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EXAMINATION REPORT Chinnakkada Underpass

Kerala Sustainable Urban Development Project | PIU Kollam 2

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsTable of ContentsTable of Contents

1. Introduction

10

2. Need for the project

10

3 Level of Environmental Examination

11

4 Current Regulatory Provisions 12

5 Location and Layout

14

6 Subproject Component Description

16

7 City Environmental Settings

19

7.1 Physical Features 20

7.2 Climate 20

7.3 Land Use 20

7.4 Socio Economic 21

7.5 Tourism 21

7.6 Population 22

7.7 Forest 22

8 Site Environmental Setting 22

8.1 Air Quality 22

8.2 Noise 24

8.3 Topography and Soil 24

8.4 Geology 24

8.5 Surface Water 24

8.6 Ground Water 25

8.7 Ecological Resource 25

9 Screening of Potential Environmental Impacts and Mitigation

26

9.1 Cultural Heritage 27

9.2 Loss of Household, Business Premises or Livelihood 27

9.3 Ground Water Contamination 27



9.4 Existence of Surface Water Source 28

9.5 Loss of Amenity 28

9.6 Removal of Trees 28

9.7 Silt Runoff from Construction 28

9.8 Social Conflict Between Workers 28

9.9 Noise, Dust or Hazardous Materials 29

9.10 Improper Disposal of Waste by Workers 29

9.11 Indiscriminate Disposal of debris/Silt 29

9.12 Exposure of Workers to Contaminated Site 30

9.13 Work Safety Measures 30

9.14 Traffic Management Safety 31

10 Forecasting Environmental Impact and Mitigation 32

11 Environment Management Plan 34

12 Institutional Requirements and Environmental Monitoring Plan 38

13

Environmental Monitoring Plan

39

14 Period of Implementation 40

15 Benefits of the Project

40

16

Community Consultation and Information Disclosure 40

16.1 Grievance Redressal Mechanism 40

17 Findings, Recommendations 41

18 Conclusions 41



List of TablesList of TablesList of TablesList of Tables

Table 1 Environmental Compliance Requirements of the Sub-Project 14

Table: 2 Land Use of Kollam Municipal Corporation 21

Table :3 Baseline Ambient Air Quality at Kadappakkada 23

Table :4 Baseline Ambient Air Quality at Chinnakkada 23

Table :5 Noise Level near Clock tower at Chinnakkada 24

Table :6 Ground Water Quality at Kureepuzha 25

Table :7 Potential Impacts and Mitigation Measures

32

Table :8 Environmental Management Plan 35

Table :9 Environmental Monitoring Plan 39

List of Annexure List of Annexure List of Annexure List of Annexure

Annexure : I Budget for Environment Monitoring Plan

43

Annexure : II Detailed Budget bases on the Environment Management Plan 44

Annexure : III Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA) (checklist)

46

Annexure : IV Public Consultation 50 Annexure : V Sub Project work in media 56

Annexure : VI Proceedings of GRC 57

List of FiList of FiList of FiList of Figgggures ures ures ures Figure : 1

Map of Kerala 15

Figure : 2

Kollam District Map 15

Figure : 3 Lay out of Chinnakkada underpass 16

Figure : 4 Plan and profile of the proposed Chinnakkada underpass (ROB) 18

Figure : 5 Plan and profile of the proposed Chinnakkada underpass 19



ABBREVIATIONS & ACRONYMSABBREVIATIONS & ACRONYMSABBREVIATIONS & ACRONYMSABBREVIATIONS & ACRONYMS

ADB - Asian Development Bank

Ac - Acre

BOD - Biochemical Oxygen Demand

CPHEEO - Central Public Health and Environmental Engineering Organization

CPCB - Central Pollution Control Board

oC - Degree Celsius

DG - Diesel Generator

DPR - Detailed Project Report

DSC - Design and Supervision Consultant

EIA - Environmental Impact Assessment

EMP - Environment Management Plan

EARF - Environmental Assessment and Review Framework

GoK - Government of Kerala

GSI - Geological Survey of India

Ha - Hectare

IEE - Initial Environmental Examination

IPP -Investment Program Preparation

km - Kilometer

KSUDP - Kerala Sustainable Urban Development Project

KSPCB - Kerala State Pollution Control Board

KWA - Kerala Water Authority

KMC - Kollam Municipal Corporation

LSGD - Local Self Government Department



LSGDU - Local Self Government Department (Urban)

m - Metre

m2 - Square metre

m3 - cubic meter

m3 / hr - cubic meter per hours

max. - Maximum

mld/ MLD - Million Liters per Day

mm - Millimeter

mg/l - Milligram per litre

MSL - Mean Sea Level

MoEF - Ministry of Environment and Forest

NA - Not Applicable

O&M - Operation and Maintenance

PIU - Project Implementation Unit

PMU - Project Management Unit

PS - Pumping Station

PPTA - Project Preparatory Technical Assistance

Rs. - Rupees

Sq.km - Square kilometer

SPM - Suspended Particulate Matter

SS - Suspended solids

SWD - Storm Water Drainage

TA - Technical Assistance

TSS - Total Suspended Solid



EXECUTIVE SUMMARYEXECUTIVE SUMMARYEXECUTIVE SUMMARYEXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Kerala Sustainable Urban Development Project (KSUDP) covers the five Municipal Corporations of the State namely Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Kochi, Thrissur and Kozhikode. The project aims to improve and expand the urban infrastructure and services in these cities. The rehabilitation, improvement and expansion of the following municipal services are taken up under the project: Water supply, Sewerage and sanitation, Drainage, Municipal solid waste management, Urban roads.

An IEE is initial examination of potential environmental impacts of the proposed activities of a project. The IEE identifies any potential environmental impacts under different stages of the sub-project implementation and includes environmental management and monitoring plans for the various components. It also describes the appropriate institutional framework to ensure proper implementation of the environmental safeguards.

The sub-project "Underpass at Chinnakkada in Kollam Municipal Corporation (KMC) includes construction of an underpass to the existing Railway Over Bridge at Chinnakkada. The project was conceived to alleviate the traffic congestion at Chinnakkada and to facilitate easy movement of the traffic.

Though the sub-project aims to improve the free flow of traffic which is beneficial to the public, certain activities involved during various phases of the project may have potential to cause certain negative environmental impacts. These impacts may arise during implementation and operation phase and may also arise after end of operation period. The initial environmental examination (IEE) is conducted for the sub-project to identify these negative impacts of the sub-project based on the scale and magnitude of activities coupled with the environmental setting of the project location and to develop appropriate environmental management plan (EMP) to be incorporated in the design and implementation to ensure that the sub-project is unlikely to cause any negative impacts.

The Sub-project was appraised by the funding agency ADB during PPTA (Project Preparatory Technical Assistance) and had judged to have some adverse environmental impacts but of lesser degree and/or significance and has categorized as B. An initial environmental examination (lEE) is required to determine whether significant environmental impacts warranting an EIA are likely. If an EIA is not needed, the lEE is regarded as the final environmental assessment report. A subproject is categorized as Category B Sensitive if that sub-project has environmentally sensitive components Category - A projects are those having significant environmental impact and that requires a full -fledged Environmental Impact Assessment Study. Category C are those projects unlikely to cause any environmental impacts.

The sub-project location is at Kollam and the site is Chinnakkada junction. The underpass is at chainage 0+165m from the fuel station near Chinnakkada traffic island.



The proposed underpass consists of a two lane vehicular underpass to the Railway Over Bridge approach road at Chinnakkada. The approach road to the underpass and post the underpass in chainage 0+270m will be built new and approach road of ROB will be rebuilt with pre-cast Reinforced Earth Panel side walls as it has to be dismantled for the construction

Initially the height of the underpass opening was 5 m and now as per the direction of regulatory authorities the height had to be increased to 5.5 m which is a slight change in the original scope of the work and as per ADBs policy requirement when a sub-projects scope of work changes an IEE is to be carried out or to be revised to assess the environmental implications if any of the project due to the change in scope of the work.

Environmental settings of the sub-project area in terms of ambient air, noise, vegetation etc were established, analyzed and screened. The screening for environmental impacts is done in all the four phases of the project; viz. planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance.

There are chances of noise, dust and emission of hazardous materials during construction activities. The operation of generators, mixing plants, earth movers as well as the construction activities may cause dust and noise pollution. It will be ensured that the plant and equipments employed in the construction will comply fully with environmental standards. Regular wetting of stock piles of sand and jelly will be ensured to reduce dust emission. Dust curtain will be provided to the construction site. No emission of any hazardous materials anticipated. The main purpose of KSUDP is to improve urban environmental conditions. As such, there are many environmental benefits to the proposed subproject. However potential short and long term adverse environmental impacts are anticipated. It takes the subproject components with identified environmental consequences and considers them in the context of the receiving environment. Mitigation measures are proposed with recommended monitoring actions to be conducted during implementation to minimize any adverse environmental impacts. The mitigation measures will form the basis for an environmental monitoring plan during the implementation stages of KSUDP projects.

Based on the forecasting of the environment impacts due to the subproject an environment Management Plan is prepared for various components of the project. More over responsibility of implementing the mitigation measures were fixed and agencies responsible for carrying out the measures were identified.



Major environmental issues identified are the air pollution and enhanced noise level during the construction and operational phases of the subproject. An Environmental Monitoring Plan is prepared for the subproject. The monitoring plan presents the recommended environmental monitoring activities The executing agency for KSUDP subprojects is the Local Self Government Department (LSGD) and has established a Project Management Unit (PMU) for this purpose. The project implementation Unit of KSUDP established in Kollam Municipal Corporation is in charge of executing the project and monitors the implementation of Environment Management Plan. No significant/potential adverse impacts are anticipated on the environment due to the proposed project and there are no ecological sensitive issues of concern at the site. There is no biosphere reserve, National Park, Wild life, Bird sanctuary, Tiger or elephant reserve, mangrove areas, habitat of important migratory birds/animals, reserve/protected areas, zoological/botanical gardens within 10 km radius of the proposed site. It is concluded that the sub-project will have a temporary impact on the environment during the construction phase but with the implementation of Environment Management Plan the potential impacts can be negotiated to a very great extent. The IEE was carried out to assess whether the change in scope of the work ie., due to increase in height of the underpass opening there would be any cumulative effect on the potential impact but it is ruled out as the minor change in height will no way affect or increase the quantum of impact when considering the sub-project as a whole.



Initial Environment Examination ReportInitial Environment Examination ReportInitial Environment Examination ReportInitial Environment Examination Report

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1. Introduction1. Introduction1. Introduction1. Introduction Kerala Sustainable Urban Development Project (KSUDP) covers the five Municipal Corporations

of the State namely Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Kochi, Thrissur and Kozhikode. The project

aims to improve and expand the urban infrastructure and services in these cities. The

rehabilitation, improvement and expansion of the following municipal services will be taken up

under the project.

Water supply

Sewerage and sanitation

Drainage

Municipal solid waste management and

Urban roads

An IEE is initial examination of potential environmental impacts of the proposed activities

of a project. The IEE identifies any potential environmental impacts under different

stages of the sub-project implementation and includes environmental management and

monitoring plans for the various components. It also describes the appropriate

institutional framework to ensure proper implementation of the environmental

safeguards.

The sub-project "Underpass at Chinnakkada in Kollam Municipal Corporation (KMC)

includes construction of an underpass to the existing Railway Over Bridge at

Chinnakkada. The project was conceived to alleviate the traffic congestion at

Chinnakkada and to facilitate easy movement of the traffic.

2. Need for the subproje2. Need for the subproje2. Need for the subproje2. Need for the subprojecccctttt Being the prime location of the city, during peak hours the traffic at Chinnakkada

Junction gets terribly congested due to the crossing of the beach road and other access

roads to commercial centers of the area from the NH-66(NH-47 renamed) at

Chinnakkada junction. Road blocks are frequent on this stretch which made the project



authorities to think upon an alternative provision to manage the heavy traffic at this busy

intersection. An underpass in two lanes to the approach road of the Railway Over Bridge

at Chinnakkada will create a new carriage way that joins the beach road ahead away

from the present intersection at Chinnakkada. It will also facilitate free flow of traffic on

the National Highway 66.

3. Lev3. Lev3. Lev3. Level of Environmental Examination el of Environmental Examination el of Environmental Examination el of Environmental Examination

Though the sub-project aims to improve the free flow of traffic which is beneficial to the

public, certain activities involved during various phases of the project may have potential

to cause certain negative environmental impacts. These impacts may arise during

implementation and operation phase and may also arise after end of operation period.

The initial environmental examination (IEE) is conducted for the sub-project to identify

these negative impacts of the sub-project based on the scale and magnitude of activities

coupled with the environmental setting of the project location and to develop appropriate

environmental management plan (EMP) to be incorporated in the design and

implementation to ensure that the sub-project is unlikely to cause any negative impacts.

The project was appraised during the PPTA (Project Preparatory Technical Assistance)

stage and the work was awarded in November 2008 but due to the delay in handing over

the land required for the work from Indian railways the works could start only in May

2014 after negotiating all the hurdles of the project.

Initially the height of the underpass opening was 5 m and now as per the direction of

regulatory authorities the height had to be increased to 5.5 m which is a slight change in

the original scope of the work and as per ADBs policy requirement when a sub-projects

scope of work changes an IEE is to be carried out or to be revised to assess the

environmental implications if any of the project due to the change in scope of the work.

The ADB Rapid Environmental Assessment Checklist for Road projects in the ADB

website was used to screen the subproject for environmental impacts and to determine

the scope of the IEE investigation.

The IEE is prepared based on primary data, secondary sources of information and field

reconnaissance surveys.



4. Current Regulatory Pr4. Current Regulatory Pr4. Current Regulatory Pr4. Current Regulatory Provisionsovisionsovisionsovisions

The environmental assessment and review process for any sub-project included under

KSUDP should address the requirements of Government of India's (GoI) environmental

legislation. In 1986, the Environment (Protection) Act was promulgated as an umbrella

legislation that supplements existing environmental regulations. Under this Act a

framework for environmental clearance was introduced in 1994, requiring that

Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) be conducted for new development projects

with a cost of Rs.1,000 million (approximately US$22.22million) or more and capacity

expansion/ augmentation with cost of Rs.500 million (approximately US$11.11million).

This Notification is now superseded by the Notification dated 14th September, 2006 1

and provides a detailed and comprehensive frame work for environmental clearance,

requiring that Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) be conducted for new

development projects. Projects are now required to pass through a process of screening,

scoping and classification either as category A or Category B, depending on severity of

impacts and nature of projects, with stipulated thresholds for various types of projects for

categorization.

Any component of urban infrastructure project having potential to generate sewage or

trade effluent will come under the purview of the Water (Prevention and Control of

Pollution) Act, 1974. Such projects have to obtain consent to establish under section 25

of the Act from Kerala State Pollution Control Board before starting implementation and

consent to operate before commissioning. The Water Act also requires the occupier of

such sub-projects to take measures for abating the possible pollution of receiving water

bodies.

The sub-projects having potential to emit air pollutants into the atmosphere have to

obtain consent to establish under section 21 of the Air (Prevention and Control of

Pollution) Act, 1981 from Kerala State Pollution Control Board before starting

implementation and consent to operate before commissioning the project. The occupier

of the project/facility has the responsibility to adopt necessary air pollution control

measures for abating air pollution. Hot mix plant, wet mix plant, stone crushers,

generators etc established as part of the sub-project will fall under the purview of the Air

Act.



The ADB guidelines stipulate addressing environmental concerns, if any, of a proposed

activity in the initial stages of Investment Program preparation. For this, the ADB

Guidelines categorizes the proposed components into varies categories (A, B, C or FI) to

determine the level of environmental assessment required to address the potential

impacts. Level of environmental assessment required for each category of Investment

Program as per ADB's Environmental Assessment Guidelines, 2003 is presented below:

Category A.Category A.Category A.Category A. Sub-project components with potential for significant adverse environmental

impacts. An environmental impact assessment (EIA) is required to address significant

impacts;

Category BCategory BCategory BCategory B.... Sub-project components judged to have some adverse environmental

impacts, but of lesser degree and/or significance than those for Category A projects. An

initial environmental examination (lEE) is required to determine whether significant

environmental impacts warranting an EIA are likely. If an EIA is not needed, the lEE is

regarded as the final environmental assessment report. A subproject is categorized as

Category B Sensitive, if that sub-project has environmentally sensitive components. The

projects that are near to environmentally sensitive areas, or that involve deforestation,

loss of bio-diversity, involuntary resettlement, processing, handling or disposal of

hazardous substances or activities that may be of concern of wide group of external

stakeholders are categorized as B Sensitive;

Category C.Category C.Category C.Category C. Components of sub-projects unlikely to have adverse environmental

impacts. No EIA or lEE is required, although environmental implications are still

reviewed; and

Category Fl.Category Fl.Category Fl.Category Fl. Projects are classified as Category FI if they involve a credit line through a

financial intermediary or an equity investment in a financial intermediary. The financial

intermediary must apply an environmental management system. unless all sub-projects

will results in insignificant environmental impacts.

The environmental compliance requirements of the sub-project are detailed in table1.



Table 1: Table 1: Table 1: Table 1: Environmental Compliance Requirements of the Sub-Project

Components of Sub-Project

Environmental Acts/Regulation

Compliance Requirement

During Construction of underpass

1. The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, as amended from time to time 2. The Air (Prevention and Control of pollution) Act 1981, as amended from time to time 3. Municipal Solid Waste (Management and Handling) Rules 2000

The contractor is required to obtain consent for making discharge of the sewage from construction camps from KSPCB before starting the construction camps. Consent to establish hot mix plants, diesel generator sets etc is to be obtained by the contractor from the KSPCB before starting implementation. Consent to operate hot-mix plants, diesel generator sets etc is to be obtained by the contractor from the KSPCB before starting construction. The contractor should keep copies of the valid consent to operate the crusher and M-Sand units issued to the operators from the KSPCB The MSW generated at construction sites and labour camps are to be managed by the contractor. The contractor has to make arrangements for the management of debris and construction waste generated.

Mining of Earth Kerala Mining Act

The contractor has to ensure that the required permission is obtained from the competent authority

Supply of sand Kerala Mining Act

The contractor has to ensure that the required permission is obtained from the competent authority

All components The Environment Policy and Operations Manual (OM) 2003, Environmental Considerations in ADB Operation and 2010

Categorization of sub-project components into A, B or C and developing required level of environmental assessment for each component

5. Location and Layout5. Location and Layout5. Location and Layout5. Location and Layout

The sub-project location is at Kollam and the site is Chinnakkada junction. The

underpass is at chainage 0+165m from the fuel station near Chinnakkada traffic island.



Figure: 1 Map of Kerala

Figure: 2 Kollam district map



The proposed location falls only in Seismic Zone III (Moderate). It is also noted that no

notified World Heritage Site, Archeological Monuments under ASIs Central list/State list

are located within the vicinity of the site. A clock tower of heritage value is situated

adjacent to the Railway over bridge and the sub-project in no way affect the clock tower.

There is no biosphere reserve, National Park, Wild life/Bird sanctuary, Tiger or elephant

reserve, important bird migratory route, mangrove areas, habitat of migratory

birds/animals, reserve/protected areas, zoological/botanical gardens within 1 km radius

of the proposed site.

Figure.3 Layout of Chinnakkada underpass

6666. Subproject Component Description. Subproject Component Description. Subproject Component Description. Subproject Component Description

The proposed underpass consists of a two lane vehicular underpass to the Railway

Over Bridge approach road at Chinnakkada. The approach road to the underpass and

post the underpass in chainage 0+270m will be built new and approach road of ROB will

be rebuilt with pre-cast Reinforced Earth Panel side walls as it has to be dismantled for

the construction. Traffic to and from Thiruvananthapuram and Alleppey can move over

the ROB. Vehicles that need a bye pass to the beach road and other access roads of

the city can take the underpass and reach the junction ahead of Chinnakkada junction

towards the beach. A U - turn at chainage 0+190 of the underpass road facilitates

vehicular traffic to the Chinnakkada traffic island. Also vehicles from the road NH 208

Kollam - Thiruvallam road coming from Kadappakkada can take the underpass to move

on to the beach road. The ROB is at chainage 0+165 and underpass is at chainage

0+164



Details of the underpass and ROB approach roadDetails of the underpass and ROB approach roadDetails of the underpass and ROB approach roadDetails of the underpass and ROB approach road UnUnUnUnderpassderpassderpassderpass Total length of Underpass opening 16 m

Width of underpass opening 11m

Height of the underpass opening 5.5 m

Total length of the underpass road from Chinnakkada till Kumar theatre.

270m

Foot path Along the left side of the carriage way and

underpass 1.5m wide

Provision of storm water drainage

Along the carriage way 0.60m wide

Provision of service duct Under footpath 0.3 m deep and 1.1 m

wide ROB Approach roadROB Approach roadROB Approach roadROB Approach road---- NH 66NH 66NH 66NH 66((((NHNHNHNH----47 renamed as 47 renamed as 47 renamed as 47 renamed as NH NH NH NH 66)66)66)66)

NH road width 11.00 m Total length of the NH-66 from the Chinnakkada Junction to the Railway Over Bridge

164m

Fixing of Reinforced Earth Panel on either sides (along NH -66 till ROB)

210m

Provision of Service duct On either sides 1.35m wide and 0.30

m deep Foot path On either sides 1.5m

wide



Figure-4 Plan and profile of the proposed Chinnakkada underpass (ROB)



Figure-5 Plan and profile of the proposed Chinnakkada underpass

7. City Environmental Settings7. City Environmental Settings7. City Environmental Settings7. City Environmental Settings

During the PPTA stage of the project, sub-project activities were tentatively assessed

and presented in the report. Subsequently characterization surveys and geo-technical

studies at the site were carried out. The layout and detailed design of the sub-project

were finalized. The environmental assessment of the sub-project is done as per ADB's

Environmental Assessment Guidelines and the Environmental Assessment and Review

Framework (EARF) approved for the project to ensure that the sub-project is complying

with the existing environmental regulations of the country and will not have any adverse

impact on the environment.



7.1 Physical Features7.1 Physical Features7.1 Physical Features7.1 Physical Features Kollam, a city along Lakshadweep Sea, is situated in 8 50' North Latitude and 76

35' East Longitude. Ashtamudi Lake, the second largest wetland of Kerala

recognized under Ramsar International Treaty for Wetland Protection, abuts the

Northern boundary of the City. Kollam is about 72km north of Thiruvananthapuram

and about 152km south of Kochi. It has a good road network, which has links to all

major towns and cities in Kerala as well as to other Indian States. The city has an

almost smooth topography and the altitude varies from 0 to 10m above Mean Sea

Level (MSL). The gradually sloping terrain towards west favours natural drainage.

7.2 Climate7.2 Climate7.2 Climate7.2 Climate

Kollam region has hot humid climate and relative humidity varies from 63 percent in

January to 87 percent in June and July. The annual variation of temperature ranges

between 22C and 33C. The region experiences four typical seasons, namely the

dry weather season from December to February, hot weather season from March to

May, southwest & northeast monsoon, and wet season prevailing from June to

November. The wet season is associated with the months in which southwest and

northeast monsoons occur. This season is spread over a period of six months from

June to November. The average annual rainfall is 2779mm

7.3 Land Use7.3 Land Use7.3 Land Use7.3 Land Use

The land use data of Kollam Municipal Corporation for 2000 is presented in table 2.

Total area of Kollam Municipality was 18.5 sq. km in 2000 and with the merging up

of nearby Panchayats to constitute Kollam Municipal Corporation; the area has

increased to 57.31 sq. km. The land use of the newly added areas is mainly

agricultural and residential with low density settlements in fringe areas. Major use of

urban land is under residential use, which includes not only the area occupied by the

houses, but also the small coconut gardens around the house as well.



Table 2: Table 2: Table 2: Table 2: Land Use of Kollam Municipal Corporation

Type of Land UseType of Land UseType of Land UseType of Land Use Area in kmArea in kmArea in kmArea in km2222 % of total area% of total area% of total area% of total area

Residential Residential Residential Residential

Public and Semi Public Public and Semi Public Public and Semi Public Public and Semi Public

Commercial Commercial Commercial Commercial

Industrial Industrial Industrial Industrial ---- Major Major Major Major

Parks and Open Spaces Parks and Open Spaces Parks and Open Spaces Parks and Open Spaces

Transportation Transportation Transportation Transportation

Paddy Fields Paddy Fields Paddy Fields Paddy Fields

Water Bodies Water Bodies Water Bodies Water Bodies

34.6934.6934.6934.69

1.74 1.74 1.74 1.74

0.690.690.690.69

1.131.131.131.13

0.340.340.340.34

2.222.222.222.22

4.944.944.944.94

11.5611.5611.5611.56

60.53

3.04

1.21

1.97

0.59

3.87

8.62

20.17

Total 57.3157.3157.3157.31 100.00100.00100.00100.00

Source:Source:Source:Source: Development Plan for Kollam (2011), Kollam Development Authority (July 2000).

7.4 Socio Economic 7.4 Socio Economic 7.4 Socio Economic 7.4 Socio Economic In the industrial sector cashew processing, fishing and fish processing, coir and coir

products manufacturing are the important activities in Kollam. One-third of the state's

fish catch is from Kollam, which is one of the important fishing harbours along the

Kerala coast. Prawn farming in numerous canals and water bodies associated with

backwaters and coir retting and coir yarn making are major economic activities.

Other important economic sectors are trade and commerce including hotels and

restaurants. The overall potential for growth is moderate.

Kollam Municipal Corporation is an ancient commercial centre. Traditional industries like

coir industry and cashew processing industry are the main economic activity in the city.

Many state and central government offices, government and private organizations and

companies related to coir industry and cashew industry is situated in the city. However

major population in the KMC forms the middle class and upper middle class families.

The influx of people from other parts of India is more in Kollam Municipal Corporation for

the last two generations.

7.5 Tourism7.5 Tourism7.5 Tourism7.5 Tourism Places of tourist interest in and around Kollam are Thankassery, Thirumullavaram

Beach, Mayyanad, Sasthamkotta, Ochira, Kulathupuzha, Thenmala, Palaruvi waterfalls,



Matha Amrithanandamayi Ashram at Vallikkavu, Jatayupara and Shenduruny wildlife

sanctuary. Tourists visiting Kollam are attracted more towards leisure tourism including

beaches, eco-tourism and historical monuments. The average tourist arrivals are to the

tune of 85,000 domestic tourists and 15,000 foreign tourists (Source: District Tourism

Promotion Council, Kollam).

7.6 Population7.6 Population7.6 Population7.6 Population

Kollam Municipal Corporation was constituted in October 2001 by merging Kollam

Municipality and four nearby Panchayats namely Vadakkevila, Kilikolloor,

Sakthikulangara and Eravipuram. MC has an area of 57.31sq km with a population of

361,441 (Census 2011) in 78,182 households. The area of the Kollam Municipal

Corporation increased from 18.4sq km (1981-1991) to 57.31sq km, while population

increased from 33,739 persons to 361,441.

7.77.77.77.7 Forest Forest Forest Forest

No forest is preset within 30km from the subproject site. On the eastern side of the

district abundant forest is available. These forests may be broadly classified into three

categories namely (a) southern tropical wet ever green forests (b) southern tropical and

semi ever green forests and (c) southern tropical moist deciduous forests.

8. Site Environmental Settings8. Site Environmental Settings8. Site Environmental Settings8. Site Environmental Settings

Ambient air quality is important in judging impact potential for construction activities.

Data for both particulate (SPM and RSPM) and gaseous pollutants (SO2 and NOx) is

presented in the IEE.

The generation of noise and increase in the noise levels is very much important in the

case of road projects. Water quality (surface and groundwater) of the adjacent water

bodies will not have much impact, in general, for any road related subproject.

8.18.18.18.1 Air QualityAir QualityAir QualityAir Quality

Sub-project site is located in prime commercial area where vehicular traffic is very high.

To establish the baseline air quality of the area data available with the pollution control



Board and data generated as part of periodic environmental monitoring of KSUDP sub

projects are presented below. The nearest monitoring station of Kerala State Pollution

Control Board is at Kadappakkada which is only 2.5 km away when aerial distance is

counted and the situation at the monitoring station and that at the underpass is more or

less similar, the data available that of the Kadappakkada station can be considered to

establish the baseline air quality of the sub-project site.

Table 3: Baseline Ambient Air Quality at Kadappakkada

Parameter Standard, g/m3 Observed value at project site,

g/m3, (except CO2)

Mean Annual

average

Sulphur dioxide (SO2) 60 (24 hours average) 2 - 29.12 2.08

Oxides of Nitrogen (NO2) 60 (24 hours average) 17.9 - 65.52 18.76

Suspended Particulate Matter

(SPM)

140 (24 hours

average)

2 - 170 108.39

Respirable Particulate Matter 60 (24 hours average) 59.7 - 123.6 59.88

Source: Water and Air quality Directory 2010, KSPCB, Thiruvananthapuram

Table 4: Baseline Ambient Air Quality at Chinnakkada Sl. No

Parameters Result Standard (CPCB Industrial, residential, rural and other areas for 24 hrs)

1. Suspended Particulate Matter(g/m3)

160.2 100

2. Respirable Particulate Matter (g/m3)

71.8 100

Source: Environmental quality monitoring of KSUDP November2013 It can be seen that the suspended particulate matter at the project site is higher than the

standard which could be due to the high traffic density of the area and also the dust

emanating from the nearby warehouse of the railways nearby the monitoring site.



8.28.28.28.2 Noise Noise Noise Noise

The sub-project site is a commercial area. Sound level at the site was monitored as part

of field investigation carried out as per the periodic environmental quality monitoring of

KSUDP sub-projects. The monitoring results are presented in Table 4. It is normal that

due to heavy traffic plying at the junction the noise levels at the sampling point is quite

high.

Table Table Table Table 5555: : : : Noise Level near Clock tower at Chinnakkada

Sl.NoSl.NoSl.NoSl.No Description Value reported in

dB(A)Leq.

Limit for

Commercial area in

dB(A) Leq

1 Noise level (Day time) 80.2 65

2 Noise level (Night time) 42.9 55

Source: Environmental quality monitoring of KSUDP November2013

8.38.38.38.3 Topography and SoilTopography and SoilTopography and SoilTopography and Soil

Topographically, the area adjacent to subproject site forms almost a plain land and

show gentle slope towards east. The site is covered mainly with lateritic silty loamy

soil. The soil is highly porous and well drained.

8.48.48.48.4 GeologyGeologyGeologyGeology

The soil at site consisting of clayey silt and silty sand is loose to medium dense at

all levels. The laterite zone, being permeable is known to be a good aquifer for

groundwater.

8.58.58.58.5 Surface WaterSurface WaterSurface WaterSurface Water

The Kollam river is the nearest major surface water source. This river drains out

into the Ashtamudi lake towards the north and into the sea in Thiruvananthapuram

towards south.



8.68.68.68.6 Ground WaterGround WaterGround WaterGround Water

Ground water in the sub-project area occurs under confined and semi confined

conditions. The course, porous and permeable layers of laterite form aquifer system. The

main recharge to groundwater takes place from precipitation. Few numbers of open

wells exist around the site and these open wells are mainly used for domestic purposes.

Depth of ground water level ranges between 1.5m and 6.2m below the ground level. The

directional flow of ground water is mainly from west to east.

Ground water quality was also continuously studied by KSPCB. The ground water quality

analysis results of ground water sample collected from an open well located at

Kureepuzha is presented in Table 5.

TableTableTableTable 6666: : : : Ground Water Quality at Kureepuzha, Kollam Characteristics Unit Observed Value Standard

pH - 6.3 6.5-8.5

Conductivity mhos/cm 345

BOD mg/l 1.95 2

Total coliform no/100ml 700 50

Fecal coliform no/100ml 360

Source:Source:Source:Source: Water and Air quality Directory 2010, KSPCB, Thiruvananthapuram

8.78.78.78.7 Ecological ResourceEcological ResourceEcological ResourceEcological Resource

No forest, wild life sanctuaries are situated near to the sub-project site. There are no

mangroves in the identified site and there will not be any destruction of mangroves.

Coconut trees, mango trees, tamarind, teak, badaam etc. are very common near to the

project site.

The subproject area is thoroughly investigated and it is understood that there are no rare

and endangered species (flora and fauna) exist within the location of proposal to widen

the foot path to 150cm without disturbing the local ecosystem.



9999 Screening of Potential Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Screening of Potential Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Screening of Potential Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Screening of Potential Environmental Impacts and Mitigation

The main purpose of the sub-project "Chinnakkada underpass under KSUDP, is to

improve the congested traffic of prime location in Kollam Municipal Corporation area. As

such there are many environmental benefits to be gained from the proposed subproject

in terms of Environmental quality. This section, proposes to focus on the identification of

potential adverse environmental impacts short term and long term. Mitigation measures

are proposed to minimize the adverse environmental impacts identified.

Recommendations for environmental monitoring to be conducted during the design,

implementation and operation of project and agencies responsible for monitoring are

also drawn up.

The screening for environmental impacts is done in all the four phases of the project; viz.

planning, design, construction and operation and maintenance.

Location Impacts. Impacts associated with the planning are mainly due to site

selection. Location impacts include on site biophysical array and

encroachment/impact either directly or indirectly on adjacent environments. It also

includes the impacts on the people who will lose their homes or livelihood due to

the development of the proposed site;

Design Impacts. Impacts arising from the design of the project, including the

technology used, scale of operation/throughput, waste production, discharge

specification, pollution sources and ancillary services;

Construction Impacts. Impacts associated with the site cleaning, earth works,

physical construction related materials movements and works, machinery, vehicles

and workers. It also includes the erosion, dust, noise, traffic congestion and waste

production associated with the construction activities; and

O&M Impacts. Impacts arising from the operation and maintenance of the

infrastructure facility provided under the project. These include the impacts arising

from the management of the infrastructure facility and health and safety hazards to

the operating staff.



9.19.19.19.1 Cultural Heritage Cultural Heritage Cultural Heritage Cultural Heritage

A part of the land required for the project i.e., about 0.8 hectares is leased for a period

of 35 years from the Indian railways by the Municipal Corporation. No private property

or any other land was acquired or required to be acquired for the sub project. The

subproject has been designed taking the entire land as project site. Households,

residents and business establishments do not exist around the site. Local vendors

around the site were rehabilitated.

Due to implementation of the proposed subproject there is no encroachment into

cultural heritage or any other protected structures. The proposed subproject will in no

way adversely affect the residences, religious institutions and educational institutions

situated near the project area. The nearest hospital is at least 600 m away towards the

beach road and not in upwind down wind vicinity. Nearby educational institution is

situated 1.5 km away. No major educational institutions or sensitive receptors are

around the immediate vicinity of the site.

There is no encroachment to cultural, heritage and other protected structures adjacent

to the subproject site. The Clock tower which is of heritage value to the people of Kollam

city is left untouched.

9.2 Loss of Household, Business Premises or Livelihood 9.2 Loss of Household, Business Premises or Livelihood 9.2 Loss of Household, Business Premises or Livelihood 9.2 Loss of Household, Business Premises or Livelihood

The area required for the subproject is available with the Municipal Corporation. The

sub-project has been designed taking the entire land as project site. No households and

residents are affected and the business premises that are affected are rehabilitated.

9.39.39.39.3 Ground Water ContaminationGround Water ContaminationGround Water ContaminationGround Water Contamination

The ground water table at the site was noticed to be between 5.5m and 16.5m below

ground level during the field study conducted. With proper care and adopting proper

design criteria ground water contamination can be avoided.



9.4 Existence of Surface Water Source9.4 Existence of Surface Water Source9.4 Existence of Surface Water Source9.4 Existence of Surface Water Source The water quality of water bodies may be affected due to storm over runoff during

construction stage. The subproject site is on the embankment of the approach roads and

so any diversion of storm water from other areas does not arise. However, proper care

has to be taken to avoid all types of erosion.

9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 Loss of Amenity Loss of Amenity Loss of Amenity Loss of Amenity

The establishment of the footpath to the ROB will not have much adverse impact on the

amenities of the local people. The amenity to the people such as water supply, power

supply, transportation facilities etc, will in no way be affected by the implementation of

the subproject. On the other hand the convenience to pedestrian movement will be

improving considerably

9.6 Removal of Trees 9.6 Removal of Trees 9.6 Removal of Trees 9.6 Removal of Trees A tree along the alignment of the underpass has to cut and the same has been done

after getting the required permission from the Assistant Conservator of forests, Social

Forestry division Kollam

9.7 S9.7 S9.7 S9.7 Silt Runoff from Construction ilt Runoff from Construction ilt Runoff from Construction ilt Runoff from Construction

No silt runoff is anticipated during the construction of the underpass. The soil is sandy

and is of high percolation capacity. There are no water bodies nearby the site and the

project site is relatively in low level than the surrounding areas which rules out erosion of

the soil from the project site.

9.8 Social Conflict between Workers 9.8 Social Conflict between Workers 9.8 Social Conflict between Workers 9.8 Social Conflict between Workers

Contractor may bring his own workers for construction activities which may affect the

interest of the local workers. To negotiate the situation local workers will also be

engaged by the contractor.



9.9 Noise, Dust or Hazardous Materials9.9 Noise, Dust or Hazardous Materials9.9 Noise, Dust or Hazardous Materials9.9 Noise, Dust or Hazardous Materials

There are chances of noise, dust and emission of hazardous materials during

construction activities. The operation of generators, mixing plants, earth movers as well

as the construction activities may cause dust and noise pollution. It will be ensured that

the plant and equipments employed in the construction will comply fully with

environmental standards. Regular wetting of stock piles of sand and metals will be

ensured to reduce dust emission. Dust curtain will be provided to the construction site.

No emission of any hazardous materials anticipated.

9.10 Improper Disposal of Wast9.10 Improper Disposal of Wast9.10 Improper Disposal of Wast9.10 Improper Disposal of Waste by Workerse by Workerse by Workerse by Workers

The workers engaged in construction activities may be provided with labour quarters/

settlement. The indiscriminate disposal of waste by workers may contaminate the

surroundings of workers camp shed. The contractor will be insisted to provide proper

sanitation facilities at labour quarters/settlement. The solid waste management facilities

at labour camps shall be in agreement with the programme of the Kollam Municipal

Corporation the local body. Arrangements for issuing proper awareness on solid waste

management to workers will also be made.

It has to be taken into account that the breeding of mosquitoes in and around labour

camps are to be avoided by taking measures to avoid any stagnation of water. In this

connection the guidelines for siting and management of labour camps will be considered.

9.11 Indiscriminate Disposal of Indiscriminate Disposal of Indiscriminate Disposal of Indiscriminate Disposal of debris/debris/debris/debris/Silt Silt Silt Silt

The silt/debris generated during construction, if not properly handled, may cause

contamination of the surrounding area. Proper stock piling of silt/debris at site,

examination of the possibilities of reuse opportunities of silt/debris, identification of site

for disposal of silt/debris, and proper management, like covering of the disposal site on

completion of work, protection against spillages during transportation of silt/debris, and

maintenance of the transportation vehicles will be ensured by specific condition in the

work contract. Also provision to store temporarily the construction debris at a ground in



possession of the corporation is also made in consultation with the Municipal

Corporation of Kollam.

9.129.129.129.12 Exposure of Workers to Contaminated siteExposure of Workers to Contaminated siteExposure of Workers to Contaminated siteExposure of Workers to Contaminated site

There are chances of workers exposed to contaminated and hazardous work

environment. Necessary provisions for providing appropriate protective gears

(Gumboots, gloves, masks etc.) are to be ensured. Impart training to workers on the

potential dangers and health effects at construction sites particularly due to exposure of

workers to contaminated site will be given. Moreover need for the use of protective

gears by the workers and staff at the site will be made essential in the contract

document.

9.139.139.139.13 Work Safety Measures Work Safety Measures Work Safety Measures Work Safety Measures

All required work safety measures are to be taken during the course of work. Being a

project involving various types of civil and mechanical works, excavation etc, and the

safety of workers is very important. The workers are to be provided with all safety

gadgets such as boots, goggles, glows, caps, colourd jackets, masks, etc. and ensure

use of all these personal protective equipments when engaged in works.

The working environment should be properly managed. During excavation activities

adequate barricading has to be provided to avoid mishaps. This may include providing

obstruction barriers establishing notice boards etc. Safety of workers should be the prime

motto for the successful completion of the subproject. All personal safety gadgets have

to be provided according to the condition of the site and considering the type of work

being done.

To have an effective Personal Protective Equipment Program, supervisors must be

convinced of the hazards particularly during road works and must be held accountable

for their employees' use of personal protective equipment. In this connection it is

essential to have a safety orientation for the benefit of new employees. By the safety

program it is essential to motivate employees to continue to use protective equipment.



The correct personal protective equipment with a good training program can provide

workers with a large measure of safety when other controls are inadequate or not

feasible. Personal protective equipment can be effective only when it is selected based

on the specific hazards (sample assessment at the end of this policy) in the workplace,

when employees are trained in its use and the equipment is properly tested, maintained

and worn.

In the work-site the contractor has to provide and maintain safe systems of work which

include provisions for adequate and appropriate first-aid box, first-aid room and first-aid

equipment.

During operation stage of the approach roads, it is to be ensured that all required and

necessary traffic signals are in place. It is advisable to provide hand rails on entire length

of the approach road.

The contractor is responsible for the preparation and implementation of a health safety

plan and to ensure that all the requirements are included in the works.

9.149.149.149.14 Traffic Management Safety Traffic Management Safety Traffic Management Safety Traffic Management Safety

The success of any projects depends on the proper traffic management and safety

measures. This is particularly in the case of Kerala because most of the roads are very

narrow. Special attention has to be taken for traffic management at the work site with the

help of traffic police. It is advisable to prepare a time schedule for bringing in

construction material and arranging the work. Whenever there is diversion of traffic

proper and clear sign boards are to be placed in order to avoid or minimize unnecessary

hardships to the general public. The traffic management plan during construction stage

is to be finalised in consultation with the Public Works department authorities, police

department authorities and the Kollam Municipal Corporation. The traffic management

plan is to be prepared adequately in advance and wide publicity has to be made through

local news papers and other media. This is to ensure that the hardships to the public due

to traffic diversion are minimized as far as possible. In order to ensure safety of workers

as well as public proper barricades are to be provided.



10101010 Forecasting Environmental Impact and MitigationForecasting Environmental Impact and MitigationForecasting Environmental Impact and MitigationForecasting Environmental Impact and Mitigation

The main purpose of KSUDP is to improve urban environmental conditions. As such,

there are many environmental benefits to the proposed subproject. This section,

however, focuses on the identification of potential short and long term adverse

environmental impacts. It takes the subproject components with identified environmental

consequences and considers them in the context of the receiving environment.

Mitigation measures are proposed with recommended monitoring actions to be

conducted during implementation to minimize any adverse environmental impacts. The

mitigation measures will form the basis for an environmental monitoring plan during the

implementation stages of KSUDP projects.

Because of the large number of components considered in the city IEEs, only those

potential impacts where mitigation measures are required to avoid predicted problem are

discussed below.

Table Table Table Table 7777: : : : Potential Impacts and Mitigation MeasuresPotential Impacts and Mitigation MeasuresPotential Impacts and Mitigation MeasuresPotential Impacts and Mitigation Measures

Impacts Mitigation Measures Responsibility

Loss of on-site ecology

or natural feature

Control of site layout to avoid or minimize

loss of natural features. New and additional

trees will be planted wherever loss occurs

and to create an aesthetic appeal to the sub-

project

PIU, PMU

Loss of amenity

(aesthetics, property

values) to neighbors

Provision of a buffer zone on vulnerable

perimeters with greenbelt development by

planting bushes and landscaping to provide

physical separation and a visual screen for

the development and aesthetic appeal either.

PIU, PMU



DesignDesignDesignDesign Impacts Mitigation Measures Responsibility

Bringing in prefabricated

structural materials and

connected risk

Ensure the prefabrication is done in

consonance with the environment and all

arrangements to overcome the risk in the

use of prefabricated materials will be taken

PIU, PMU

Construction Construction Construction Construction Impacts Mitigation Measures Responsibility

Silt runoff from

construction

operations causing

soil erosion and

affecting the water

quality /land

values

Implement construction site management to cover

site preparation, which minimizes clearing and

disturbance to adjoining vegetation and natural soil

surfaces from high velocity runoff; siting of

construction material stockpiles and access routes

to avoid any disturbance to adjoining vegetation

and natural areas; disposal of construction waste

to be determined on a case-by-case basis

(recycled use or landfill disposal should be

sought). Also re-filling the debris suitably will also

be considered to negotiate the disposal issues.

Head

contractor

(responsible

under contract

for all sub-

contractors)

and PIU

(monitoring)

Road blocking,

diversion and/or

increased traffic

during

construction works

Implement construction site management. Head

contractor

(responsible

under contract

for all sub-

contractors)

and PIU

(monitoring)

Noise and dust

from construction

activities

Implement construction site management to cover

dust and noise management (including water

spraying, dust curtains and scheduling of activities)

Head

contractor

(responsible

under contract



for all sub-

contractors)

and PIU

(monitoring)

Providing safety measures to workers.

Implement safety measures including making

available gum boots, gloves, hats, safety jackets, ear

buds, goggles etc. to workers These personal worker

safety gadgets have to be provided according to the

condition of the site and considering the type of work

being done.

Head

contractor

(responsible

under contract

for all sub-

contractors)

and PIU

(monitoring)

11.11.11.11. Environmental Management PlanEnvironmental Management PlanEnvironmental Management PlanEnvironmental Management Plan

Based on the forecasting of the environment impacts due to the subproject an

environment Management Plan is prepared for various components for the project. More

over responsibility of implementing the mitigation measures were fixed and agencies

responsible for carrying out the measures were identified. Dust from unloading

operation inside the site may generate dust emission and nuisance.

The cost of each component was also considered. Each component of the subproject is

subjected to thorough assessment and the impacts and mitigation measures identified

were summarized and presented in Table 8.



Table Table Table Table 8888: : : : Environmental Management Plan

Sl. No Description of

Impact

Magnitude of

Impact

Mitigation Measures

proposed

Responsibility Cost

Implementati

on

Supervision

1. 1

.

The health and

safety of the

workers

Permanent/lo

w

Provision of appropriate

protective gears to the

workers involved in

construction

PIU/KMC PMU Part of

construc

tion cost

2. Loss of

household,

business

premises or

livelihood

(gardens,

agricultural land)

Permanent

/medium

Affected persons are

rehabilitated.

KMC/PIU PMU Part of

resettle

ment

cost

3. Encroachment

to cultural,

heritage and

other protected

structures

(religious

places,

educational

institutions)

adjacent to the

sub project site.

Permanent/

low

There is no

encroachment to any

religious places,

educational institutions

etc

KMC/PIU PMU Part of

construc

tion

cost.

4. Existence of

residences

adjacent to the

sub-project site

Permanent/

low

This is for providing foot

path to an ROB.

KMC/PIU PMU Part of

construc

tion cost



5. Ground water

contamination.

Permanent/

low

Threat to ground water

only during construction

phase. Lubricant oil and

fuel containment

arrangement should be

in place

KMC/PIU PMU Part of

O&M

Cost

6. Loss of amenity

(aesthetics,

property value)

and livelihood to

the neighbors.

Permanent/

low

Greenbelt by planting

bushes and landscaping

for aesthetic appeal of

the project.

KMC/PIU PMU KMC

7. Silt run off from

construction

operations

causing soil

erosion and

damage to water

quality/adjacent

land

Temporary/

low

Site preparation to

minimize clearance to

adjoining vegetation and

natural resources.

Protection of unstable

soil surface from high

velocity runoff with

interception drains and

stabilization.

Contractor PIU Part of

construc

tion cost

Proper siting and

protection of construction

materials

8.

Social conflict

between

workers from

other area and

local workers

Temporary/

low

Include a condition in the

contractor to engage

local labour as far as

possible.

PIU PMU NA

9. Noise, dust or

hazardous

materials arising

Temporary/

low

Plant and equipment employed in the construction will comply with environmental


construc

tion cost



from

construction

activity.

standards.

Regular wetting of stock piles of sand, metals; Dust curtain will be provided to the construction site.

10. Contamination

of land and

water due to

improper

disposal of

waste by

workers

Temporary/

low

Proper sanitation

facilities will be provided

to the labour

quarters/settlement


construc

tion cost

11. Contamination

due to

indiscriminate

disposal of

soil/silt.

Temporary/

low

Proper stock piling of silt/soil at site;


construc

tion cost Examine the reuse opportunities for silt/spoil; Identification of location for disposal of silt/spoil;

Proper covering of the disposal site on completion of work; Protection against contamination during transportation and maintenance of the transportation vehicles.

12. Exposure of

workers to

contaminated

site during

construction.

Temporary/

low

Provision of appropriate protective gears (Gumboots, gloves, masks etc.); training to workers regarding the potential dangers and health effects and need


construc

tion cost



for the use of protective gears

13. 1111

6666

Loss of

Greenery

Temporary/

low

It is proposed to develop

a green belt by planting

bushed and by

landscaping.

KMC/

Contracto

r

PMU Part of

Constru

ction

cost.

12. Institutional Requirement and Environmental Monitoring 12. Institutional Requirement and Environmental Monitoring 12. Institutional Requirement and Environmental Monitoring 12. Institutional Requirement and Environmental Monitoring

The executing agency for KSUDP subprojects is the Local Self Government Department

(LSGD) and has established a Project Management Unit (PMU) for this purpose. The

project implementation Unit of KSUDP established in Kollam Municipal Corporation is in

charge of executing the project and monitors the implementation of Environment

Management Plan.

An Environmental Specialist available as consultant to the Project Management Unit of

KSUDP will be availed for advice if required in matters relating to the Environment

management and monitoring of the sub-project. Also a fulltime Environmental Engineer

deputed from the Kerala State Pollution Control Board available at the PMU will also

oversee and help in matters related to the Environment management of sub-projects.

During project implementation the Environmental Specialist will (i) review the IEE/EIA

documents (ii) inspect and ensure compliance with the mitigation measures proposed in

the IEEs/EIAs and EMPs for all components of KSUDP and (iii) provide necessary

training.

During the construction phase, the Project Implementation Unit of the Kollam Municipal

Corporation will monitor the performance of the contractor who is contracted the work in

a manner that mitigates adverse environmental impacts during the construction phase.



Mitigation measures of a planning, functional, institutional and procedural character will

be informed to the contractor. The PIU, with the support of the Project Management Unit

(PMU), will be responsible for monitoring and enforcement of Environment Management

Plan and its monitoring during construction.

During the operational phase, the Kollam Municipal Corporation, with the assistance of

KSPCB will be responsible for monitoring the performance of the infrastructure

components.

13. Environmental Monitoring Plan13. Environmental Monitoring Plan13. Environmental Monitoring Plan13. Environmental Monitoring Plan Major environmental issues identified are the air pollution and enhanced noise level

during the construction and operational phases of the subproject. An Environmental

Monitoring Plan is prepared for the subproject. The monitoring plan presents the

recommended environmental monitoring activities. The plan also identified the

agencies/institutions that are responsible for monitoring. Table 9 provides a summary of

recommended environmental monitoring plan based on responses to potential adverse

impacts identified. Contractor of the work shall prepare and submit a periodic quarterly

compliance report of Environmental monitoring to PIU invariably.

Table Table Table Table 9999: : : : Environmental Monitoring Plan

Project stage Type of Monitoring Location Parameters to be Monitored Frequency Responsibilit

y

Preliminary

Costing

Construction

Ambient air quality

Construction site and the vicinity

Suspended Particulate Matter (SPM) Sulphur dioxide Methane Ammonia and Carbon Monoxide

Once in 3months

Contractor/PIU

Rs.5,000 per monitoring

Noise 1m outside the boundary on all 4 sides and one location at 500m away from the boundary

Sound level. Leq., (day and night)

Once in 3 months

Contractor/PIU

Rs. 2,000 per monitoring

Construction and Operation

Plantation bushes and maintenance of landscaping.

All vacant areas of the site

Plantation of bushes and landscaping starts once the civil works in the site is completed and constant surveillance afterwards

Const- ant surveillance

KMC Rs 50000



14.14.14.14. Period of ImplementationPeriod of ImplementationPeriod of ImplementationPeriod of Implementation

The project was initially started in November 2008, but due to delay in handing over the

railway land in the alignment, the project was delayed and after deliberation over

deliberation only in May 2014 the work could be resumed after resolving all the issues

regarding the site handing over. The completion period of the work is 1 year.

15.15.15.15. Benefits of the ProjectBenefits of the ProjectBenefits of the ProjectBenefits of the Project

The project would substantially improve the general environmental quality of the area

and aesthetics. The congestion at the Chinnakkada junction will get alleviated and

facilitate the free flow of traffic.

16.16.16.16. Community ConsCommunity ConsCommunity ConsCommunity Consultation and Information Disclosureultation and Information Disclosureultation and Information Disclosureultation and Information Disclosure

During the project scoping exercise considerable dialogue have had with the Kollam

Municipal Corporation mayor, councilors and the staff. The details of the projects and the

environmental mitigation measures proposed were detailed to the councilors and

officials of Kollam Municipal Corporation during various deliberations. Also the project

has been a major appetizer to the media and the news regarding the work progress

frequently occupied spaces in the media with appraisal. Details of one to one public

consultation conducted has been annexed to this report as Annexure-IV

16.1 Grievance Redress Mechanism16.1 Grievance Redress Mechanism16.1 Grievance Redress Mechanism16.1 Grievance Redress Mechanism

The complaints/grievances related to the work, if any, will be addressed by the

PIU/KMC. The contractor will also assist the PIU/KMC. Any other complaints that

cannot be resolved at PIU will be addressed by the GRC constituted at PIU/KMC with

Respected Mayor of Kollam Municipal Corporation as chairperson. In case the

complaint received cannot be addressed by the GRC the same shall be forwarded to

PMU for facilitating further action to resolve the issue at appropriate level.

See Annexure VI Proceedings of the Project Manager constituting GRC



17.17.17.17. Findings and Recommendations Findings and Recommendations Findings and Recommendations Findings and Recommendations

The subproject as described above on the basis of environmental assessment during the

project formulation stage was found to be environmentally acceptable and able to

proceed to the implementation phase. Certain environmental issues noticed during the

environmental assessment were listed out and an environment management plan to

address these issues were also drawn up and presented in table 8. The main

environmental issues noticed during the environmental assessment are those occurring

during construction stage. In order to meet the statutory requirements, the following

measures will be taken.

The materials required for construction activities will be purchased from agencies/

manufacturers having valid clearances from statutory authorities;

Equipments/plants/generators used in the construction activities will comply with the

environmental standards prescribed;

Sanction from the State Government will be obtained for cutting trees which are

prohibited under the Kerala Preservation of Trees Act, 1986

The mitigation measures proposed in the management plan has been incorporated in

project design and most of the mitigation costs are incidental to the construction costs.

The environment management plan and environmental monitoring plan will form part of

the contractual agreement with construction contractor, or directly implemented by the

PIU as facility operator, as required Work Practices.

18.18.18.18. ConclusionsConclusionsConclusionsConclusions

The subproject is considered not to have any significant environmental impacts and

classification B is considered appropriate.

The IEE report has thoroughly assessed all potential environmental impacts associated

with the subproject. The environmental impacts identified by the study are manageable,

and Kollam Municipal Corporation will implement the mitigation measures stated in the



EMP and IEE reports. Therefore, no further environmental assessment is needed.

No significant/potential adverse impacts are anticipated on the environment due to the

proposed project and there are no ecological sensitive issues of concern at the site.

There is no biosphere reserve, National Park, Wild life, Bird sanctuary, Tiger or elephant

reserve, mangrove areas, habitat of important migratory birds/animals,

reserve/protected areas, zoological/botanical gardens within 10 km radius of the

proposed site.

Further it is confirmed that there is no rare, threatened and endangered species (flora

and fauna) within the site proposed for the subproject.

It is concluded that the sub-project as a whole will have a temporary impact on the

environment but with the implementation of Environment Management Plan the

potential impacts can be negotiated to a very great extent. The impact that may arise

due to the change in the height alone of the underpass is ruled out as the minor change

in height will no way affect or increase the quantum of impact when considering the sub-

project as a whole.



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BUDGET FOR ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PLANBUDGET FOR ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PLANBUDGET FOR ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PLANBUDGET FOR ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PLAN

A. Construction Period (for a period of 6months)A. Construction Period (for a period of 6months)A. Construction Period (for a period of 6months)A. Construction Period (for a period of 6months)

1. Ambient air quality monitoring during construction stage anticipating eight(2 loc.x 4 times) monitoring, total cost involved Rs. 40000.00

2. Noise monitoring during construction stage, anticipating eight(2 loc.x 4 times) monitoring, total cost involved Rs. 16,000.00

C. Development of Greenbelt C. Development of Greenbelt C. Development of Greenbelt C. Development of Greenbelt

Plantation of bushes on the embankment of roads and

maintenance cost, part of operation and maintenance cost Rs. 50,000.00

Total anticipated cTotal anticipated cTotal anticipated cTotal anticipated cost for environment monitoring ost for environment monitoring ost for environment monitoring ost for environment monitoring Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. 111106060606,000 ,000 ,000 ,000 .00.00.00.00



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DETAILEDDETAILEDDETAILEDDETAILED BUDGET BASED ON THE ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLANBUDGET BASED ON THE ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLANBUDGET BASED ON THE ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLANBUDGET BASED ON THE ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN

The detailed estimate for the various environmental management mitigative measures and monitoring plan have done and presented in the table.

Detailed budget based on the environment management plan Detailed budget based on the environment management plan Detailed budget based on the environment management plan Detailed budget based on the environment management plan Sl.no Mitigation Measures Responsibility Cost (Rs)

Implementation responsibility

Supervision Responsibility

1 It is proposed to develop plant bushes and grass development on the embankments of the road to have an effect of a greenbelt.

PIU/KMC PMU 50,000

2 Adequate compaction and action to avoid erosion of the embankments.

PIU/KMC PMU Part of construction cost

3 Disposal of construction waste to pre-determined locations on a case-by-case basis such as recycled use or landfill disposal.

PIU/KMC PMU Part of operation cost

4 Proper stock piling of silt/soil at site;

Contractor PIU/PMU Part of construction cost

5 Protection against pollution during transportation of materials and proper maintenance of the transportation vehicles.


6 Dust curtain will be provided at the construction site.


7 Plant and equipment employed in the construction will comply with environmental standards.


8 Implement construction site management to cover dust

Contractor PIU/PMU Part of



Sl.no Mitigation Measures Responsibility Cost (Rs)

Implementation responsibility

Supervision Responsibility

and noise management construction cost

9 Proper sanitation facilities will be provided to the labour quarters/settlements and at worksite


10 Provision of appropriate protective gears (gumboots, gloves, masks etc.), awareness to workers regarding the potential dangers and health effects and need for the use of protective gears


11 Mostly necessitate traffic management to avoid congestion (has to be arranged in consultation with local traffic police)

Contractor

PIU/Local Police

Part of construction cost



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Rapid EnvironmeRapid EnvironmeRapid EnvironmeRapid Environmental Assessment (REA) Checklistntal Assessment (REA) Checklistntal Assessment (REA) Checklistntal Assessment (REA) Checklist Instructions:Instructions:Instructions:Instructions:

(i) The project team completes this checklist to support the environmental classification of a project. It is to be attached to the environmental categorization form and submitted to the Environment and Safeguards Division (RSES), for endorsement by Director, RSES and for approval by the Chief Compliance Officer.

(ii) This checklist focuses on environmental issues and concerns. To ensure that social dimensions are adequately considered, refer also to ADB's (a) checklists on involuntar