Project Proponent Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Express Highway, Opp. Cadbury Factory, Khopat, Thane 400 601, Maharashtra, India, Tel No. 022 25342776/2538 0198/ 25331438, Fax

Final Report Environmental Impact Assessment for

LPG bottling plant (capacity 3 X 1450 MT in Phase I&II each) at Rasayani with receipt by pipeline/tank lorries

Prepared By

(Environmental Consultancy& Laboratory)

Unit Nos. 224, 225 & 226 Jai Commercial Complex, Eastern Express Highway, Opp. Cadbury Factory,

Khopat, Thane 400 601, Maharashtra, India, Tel No. 022 25342776/2538 0198/ 25331438, Fax No. 022 25429650

Accredited By: NABET- Quality Council of India

Certificate No.: NABET/EIA/1720/ RA 0094 Valid till 10/03/2020

Project Proponent

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited

EIA execution Period: March 2018 to February 2019 Report Released By: Mr. Ramsushil Mishra In the capacity of : EIA Coordinator

Signature:

Laboratory Used: M/s ULTRA-TECH, Environmental Consultancy & Laboratory, NABL Cert No.: TC-5600 MoEFCC approval Validity: 02.06.2016 to 01.06.2021 Doc Location: \\ultraserver\EIA\Record 6 - EC for Industries\BPCL Rasayani\EIA Report Document Number: UT/PUNE/EIA/2019/04

Environmental Impact Assessment for LPG bottling plant (capacity 3 X 1450

MT in Phase I&II each) at Rasayani with receipt by pipeline/tank lorries

PREFACE

This EIA report is prepared as per scope of work prescribed by Bharat Petroleum

Corporation Limited and Standard ToR published by the MoEF&CC. The Standard ToR

granted on 20.08.2018. EIA manual prepared by Administrative Staff College of India,

Hyderabad is followed while preparing this EIA report.

Disclaimer:

This report has been prepared with all reasonable skills, knowledge, care and diligence by M/s

ULTRA-TECH, Environmental Consultancy & Laboratory Thane, the NABET accredited and

national level leading Environmental Consultancy Organization within the terms of the

contract with the client (Project Proponent), incorporating their General Terms and

Conditions of Business and taking account of the resources devoted to it by Business

Agreement. The report was discussed with the project proponent in detail before releasing.

This EIA report has been prepared using information received from Client, collecting primary

data and compilation of secondary data from available resources. We are not responsible for

the origin and authenticity of the information, drawings or design details provided by the

Client.



ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

ULTRA-TECH is thankful to the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited for providing

opportunity to prepare Environmental Impact Assessment Report for LPG bottling plant at

Rasayani with receipt by pipeline/Tank Lorries, Maharashtra.

We are also thankful to BPCL Officer Mr. Abhishek Singh & Mr Vijay J More (Team

Member- infra Task force, West) for providing their support during EIA preparation.

We sincerely feel this EIA report will be beneficial for BPCL to mitigate environmental

concerns related to the proposed project.

Shekhar M. Tamhane

Managing Director

ULTRA – TECH

NABET Certificate No: NABET/EIA/1720/RA0094





Declaration by Experts contributing to the EIA

Project Name: Environmental Impact Assessment for LPG bottling plant (capacity 3 X 1450


Client Name: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited

Period of EIA: From March 2018 to February 2019

I, hereby, certify that I was a part of the EIA team in the following capacity that developed

the above EIA.

EIA coordinator: Mr. Ramsuhsil Mishra

Date: 28.02.2019

Period of involvement: March 2018 to February 2019

Declaration by the Head of the accredited consultant organization/ authorized person

I, Shekhar M. Tamhane, hereby, confirm that the above mentioned experts prepared the EIA

for LPG bottling plant at Rasayani with receipt by pipeline/Tank Lorries. I also confirm that

the consultant organization shall be fully accountable for any mis-leading information

mentioned in this statement.

Name: Shekhar M. Tamhane

Designation: Managing Director

Name of the EIA consultant organization: ULTRA – TECH

NABET Certificate No.& Issue Date: NABET/EIA/1720/RA0094



Functional Area Experts

Sr. No.

Functional Area Name of Expert Period of

Involvement Signature with date

1 AP Mr. Shekhar Tamhane Feb 2018 to Jun 2018

2 AQ Ms. Anjali Singam

Mr. Adhikrao Yewale Feb 2018 to Jun 2018

3 WP Mrs. Deepa Karnik Feb 2018 to Jun 2018

4 SHW Mrs. Deepa Karnik Feb 2018 to Jun 2018

5 SE

Mrs. Mamta Bavaskar Mr. Yogesh Raskar

Feb 2018 to Jun 2018

6 EB Mrs. Padmini Shinde-Barde Feb 2018 to Jun 2018

7 LU Mr. T.P Natasan Mr. Yogesh Raskar

Feb 2018 to Jun 2018

8 RH Mrs. Ashwini Ganvir Sept 2018 to Jan

2019

9 NV Mr. Chintan Athalye Apr 2018 to Nov

2018

10 SC Mrs. Padmini Shinde-Barde Apr 2018 to Nov

2018

11 Team

Member

Mrs Nazahat Kazi Apr 2018 to Nov

2018

Mr. Harshad Vanpatre Apr 2018 to Nov

2018

Contact information: Ultra Tech Environment Consultancy and Laboratory Unit Nos. 224, 225 & 226 Jai Commercial Complex,

Eastern Express Highway, Opp. Cadbury Factory,

Khopat, Thane 400 601, Maharashtra, India



ABBREVATIONS

µg/m3 : Micrograms per Meter Cube µS/cm : MicroSiemens Per Centimeters AAQM : Ambient Air Quality Monitoring ANQM : Ambient Noise Quality Monitoring APCM : Air Pollution Control Measures BDL : Below Detectable Limit bgl : Below Ground Level

BLEVE Boling Liquid Expanding Vapour Explosion BOD : Biochemical Oxygen Demand CER Corporate Environment Responsibility CO2 Extinguishier Carbon Dioxide fire exinguisher COD : Chemical Oxygen Demand CPCB : Central Pollution Control Board Cr : Crores CRZ Coastal Regulation Zone CSR Corporate Social Responsibility CTE : Consent to Establish CTO : Consent to Operate dB : Decibles

DCP Extinguisher

Dry Chemical Powder type fire extinguisher

DG : Diesel Generators DMP : Disaster Management Plan EC : Electrical Conductivity EC Environment Clearance ECC : Emergency Control Centre EHS : Environmental Health and Safety EIA : Environmental Impact Assessment EMC Environment Management Cell EMP : Environmental Management Plan EMP : Environment Management Plan ESZ

Eco-Sensitive Zone

ETM : Enhanced Thematic Mapper ETP : Effluent Treatment Plant FCC : False Colour Combination FGD Focus group discussion GCP : Ground Control Points GIS : Geological Survey of India GPS Global Positioning System



GSDA : Ground Water Survey and Development Authority GW : Ground Water Ha : Hectare HC Hydrocarbon HOCL Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited HSSE : Health Security Safety and Environment Hz

Hertz

ILISD : Inter Locked Shut down System IMD Indian Metorological Data kg/ha : Kilogram per hactre KL/Hr

Kilo liter per hour

KLD : Kilo Liter per Day Km : Kilometer kVA : Kilo-volt-ampere L Litre LDAR Lead Detection and Repair LPG : Liquified Petroleum Gas LPM Litre per month LULC : Land use Land Cover m : Meter m3/day : Meter Cube per Hour m3/day : Meter Cube per Day MCC : Motor Control Centre MCLS : Maximum Credible Loss Scenarios mg/kg : Miligram per kilogram mg/L : Miligram per liter MIDC : Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation

MIMIC Panel : Microwave/Millimeter-wave Monolithic Integrated Circuit

MMTPA Million Metric Tons per Annum MoEF&CC : Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change MPCB : Maharashtra Pollution Control Board

MPN/100 ml : Most Probable Number of viable cells in 100 mL of sample

MSDS : Material Safety Data Sheet MSIHC : Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical MSV : Mounded Storage Vessels MT : Metric Tonnes NABET : National Accreditation Board for Education and Training NOx : Oxides of Nitrogen NTU : Nephelometric Turbidity Unit OISD : Oil Industry Safety Directorate OM : Office Memorandum



PCC : Power Control centre PESO : Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation PFR

Pre-Feasibility Report

PH : Public Hearing pH : Potential of Hydrogen (pH) PLC : programmable logic controller PM : Particulate Matter PPAC Petroleum Planning Analysis Cell PPE : Personnel Protective Equipment PUC : Pollution Under Control QCI : Quality Council of India QoL Quality of Life RMC : Ready Mix Concrete ROV : Remote Operated Valves SAR : Sodium Absorption Ratio SC/ST Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe SEZ Special Economic Zone SIA Social Impact Assessment SO2 : Sulphur dioxide SOI : Survey of India SPCB : State Pollution Control Board STP : Sewage treatment Plant SV Sectionalizing valve SW : Surface Water TDS : Total Dissolved Solids TLD Tank Lorry Dispatch TMTPA Thousand Metric Tons per Annum ToR : Terms of Reference USEPA : United States Environmental Protection Agency VOC : Volatile Organic Carbon



TABLE OF CONTENTS

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...........................................................................................................1

1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................15

1.1. Purpose of the Report ..................................................................................................... 15

1.2. Introduction of Project and Project Proponent ............................................................... 15

1.3. Need for the Project........................................................................................................ 18

1.4. Brief description of Nature, Size and Location of the project ....................................... 18

1.5. Scope of the Study.......................................................................................................... 23

1.6. Applicable Environmental Regulations ......................................................................... 24

1.7. Structure of EIA Report ................................................................................................. 25

1.8. Compliance of Standard TOR issued by EAC – Industry 2 ........................................... 27

2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................43

2.1. Type of project ............................................................................................................... 43

2.2. Need and Justification of the Project.............................................................................. 43

2.3. Layout............................................................................................................................. 44

2.4. Salient Features of the Project ........................................................................................ 46

2.4.1. Proposed Schedule and Approval for Implementation ........................................... 47

2.5. Description of Storage .................................................................................................... 47

2.5.1. LPG Receipt and Storage ........................................................................................ 47

2.5.2. Unloading ................................................................................................................ 47

2.5.3. LPG Pump House ................................................................................................... 48

2.5.4. Air Compressor and Air Drying Unit ..................................................................... 48

2.5.5. LPG Cylinder filling and associated facilities ........................................................ 48

2.6. Process Flow Chart......................................................................................................... 50

2.7. Infrastructure at the Facility ........................................................................................... 51

2.7.1. Description of Mounded Bullets ............................................................................. 51

2.7.2. Parking Lot.............................................................................................................. 52

2.8. Fire Prevention System .................................................................................................. 52

2.9. Plant and Equipment Details .......................................................................................... 55

2.10. Power Requirement ........................................................................................................ 59

2.11. Manpower Requirement ................................................................................................. 59

2.12. Water and Wastewater Management.............................................................................. 59

2.13. Solid and Hazardous Waste Disposal System ................................................................ 61



2.14. Litigation Pending Against the Project .......................................................................... 61

3. BASELINE ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................................62

3.1. Hydrogeology and Geology ........................................................................................... 62

3.1.1. Geomorphology and Soil Types ............................................................................. 62

3.1.2. Hydrogeology ......................................................................................................... 63

3.1.3. Water Level Scenario .............................................................................................. 63

3.2. Land Use/Land Cover of the Study Area ....................................................................... 67

3.2.1. Methodology ........................................................................................................... 67

3.2.2. Land-use classifications: ......................................................................................... 69

3.2.3. Land-use Pattern ..................................................................................................... 71

3.2.4. Drainaige map ......................................................................................................... 72

3.3. Meteorological Data ....................................................................................................... 74

3.4. Ambient Air Quality....................................................................................................... 76

3.4.1. Methodology Adopted for the Study ...................................................................... 76

3.4.2. Sampling and Analytical Techniques ..................................................................... 76

3.4.3. Observations of Primary Data ................................................................................. 81

3.5. Noise Quality.................................................................................................................. 82

3.5.1. Methodology ........................................................................................................... 82

3.5.2. Method of Monitoring and Parameters Measured .................................................. 83

3.5.3. Noise Results .......................................................................................................... 83

3.6. Water Environment ........................................................................................................ 85

3.6.1. Methodology of Water Monitoring ......................................................................... 86

3.6.2. Selection of Sampling Locations ............................................................................ 86

3.6.3. Ground and Surface Water Quality......................................................................... 88

3.6.4. Observations on Surface Water Quality ................................................................. 92

3.6.5. Observations on Ground Water Quality ................................................................. 92

3.7. Soil Quality .................................................................................................................... 92

3.7.1. Methodology of Soil Testing .................................................................................. 93

3.7.2. Selection of Sampling Locations ............................................................................ 93

3.7.3. Results of Soil Analysis .......................................................................................... 94

3.8. Biological Environment ................................................................................................. 99

3.8.1. Study Area .............................................................................................................. 99

3.8.2. Survey Methodology ............................................................................................... 99



3.8.3. Biodiversity ............................................................................................................. 99

3.8.4. Area between Project Site and 10 km Surroundings ............................................ 100

3.9. Socio-Economic Environment ..................................................................................... 112

3.9.1. Objective ............................................................................................................... 112

3.9.2. Data Collection ..................................................................................................... 112

3.9.3. Demography of Study Area .................................................................................. 115

3.9.4. Male and Female Population ................................................................................ 123

3.9.5. SC and ST Population: .......................................................................................... 123

3.9.6. Religion ................................................................................................................. 124

3.9.7. Educational Status ................................................................................................. 125

3.9.8. Economy ............................................................................................................... 126

3.9.9. Infrastructure, Transport And Communication..................................................... 127

3.9.10. Nearest Infrastructure Amenities of Project Site .................................................. 128

3.9.11. Health Care Facilities ............................................................................................ 129

3.9.12. Socio Economic Survey: ....................................................................................... 130

3.9.13. Socio Economic Survey Questionnaire ................................................................ 132

3.9.14. Findings and Conclusion....................................................................................... 135

3.10. Traffic Study Report..................................................................................................... 137

3.10.1. Objectives of Traffic Survey ................................................................................. 137

3.10.2. External Traffic Scenario ...................................................................................... 138

3.10.3. Parking Requirement for Heavy vehicles & LMVs .............................................. 143

3.10.4. Traffic Generations ............................................................................................... 143

3.10.5. Generation of Trips by Staff & Visitors ............................................................... 143

3.10.6. Trip Generations ................................................................................................... 144

3.10.7. Traffic Dispersions................................................................................................ 145

3.10.8. Impacts on External Roads ................................................................................... 145

3.10.9. Conclusion on Vehicular Impact & Interface ....................................................... 148

4. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION

MEASURES ...............................................................................................................................149

4.1. During Construction Phase........................................................................................... 149

4.1.1. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Land Environment .................... 149

4.1.2. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Air Environment ....................... 150

4.1.3. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Noise Environment ................... 152



4.1.4. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Water Environment ................... 153

4.1.5. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Biological Environment ............ 153

4.1.6. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Socio-Economic Environment .. 155

4.2. During Operation Phase ............................................................................................... 156

4.2.1. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Land/Soil Environment ............. 156

4.2.2. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Air Environment ....................... 157

4.2.3. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Noise Environment ................... 158

4.2.4. Identified Impacts and Mitigatio n measures on Water Environment .................. 158

4.2.5. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Ecological Environment ........... 160

4.2.6. Identified Impacts on Socio-Economic Environment ........................................... 160

4.3. Impact Matrix ............................................................................................................... 160

4.4. Summary of Environment Impacts and Mitigation Measures ..................................... 163

4.5. Conclusion .................................................................................................................... 166

5. ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATES .......................................................................................167

5.1. Alternative Technology ................................................................................................ 167

5.2. Alternative Site ............................................................................................................. 167

6. ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PLAN .......................................................................168

6.1. Environmental Monitoring ........................................................................................... 168

6.2. Environmental Management Cell................................................................................. 173

6.3. Budgetary Allocation for Environmental Protection Measures ................................... 173

7. ADDITIONAL STUDIES ..................................................................................................175

7.1. Public Hearing .............................................................................................................. 175

7.2. Quantitative Risk Analysis ........................................................................................... 175

7.2.1. Conclusions ........................................................................................................... 175

7.2.2. Recommendations ................................................................................................. 177

8. PROJECT BENEFITS .......................................................................................................179

8.1. Improvements in the Physical Infrastructure ............................................................... 179

8.2. Improvements in the Social Infrastructure ................................................................... 180

8.3. Employment Potential .................................................................................................. 180

8.4. CSR and Socio-Economic Development ..................................................................... 180

8.5. Direct Revenue Earning to the National and State Exchequer..................................... 181

8.6. Other Tangible Benefits ............................................................................................... 181

9. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN...............................................................182



9.1. EMP during Construction Phase .................................................................................. 182

9.1.1. EMP for Air Environment ......................................................................................... 183

9.1.1. Noise Environment ............................................................................................... 183

9.1.2. Water Environment ............................................................................................... 184

9.1.3. Land Environment ................................................................................................ 185

9.1.4. Biological Environment ........................................................................................ 185

9.1.5. Socio-economic Environment ............................................................................... 185

9.1.6. Health and Safety .................................................................................................. 185

9.2. EMP during Operation Phase ....................................................................................... 186

9.2.1. Solid Waste Management ..................................................................................... 186

9.2.2. Air Environment ................................................................................................... 186

9.2.3. Noise Environment ............................................................................................... 187

9.2.4. Water Environment ............................................................................................... 188

9.2.5. Land Environment ................................................................................................ 188

9.2.6. Biological Environment ........................................................................................ 188

9.2.7. Socio-economic Environment ............................................................................... 190

9.3. Environmental Management Cell................................................................................. 190

9.4. Safety, Health and Environmental Policy of BPCL ..................................................... 191

10. DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED .........................................................193

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1-1: Project and Project Proponent Description ............................................................ 16

Table 1-2: Environmental Setting around Project Site ............................................................ 19

Table 2-1: Land Use Break up ................................................................................................. 46

Table 2-2: Salient Features of Proposed Plant ......................................................................... 46

Table 2-3 : Non-Plant Shed/Building ...................................................................................... 55

Table 2-4: Plant Shed/Building ................................................................................................ 55

Table 2-5: Brief Description of Facilities ................................................................................ 56

Table 2-6: Pipeline Parameters ................................................................................................ 57

Table 2-7: Electrical Systems .................................................................................................. 58

Table 2-8: Safety data .............................................................................................................. 58

Table 2-9: Fire fighting facilities ............................................................................................. 58

Table 2-10: Water Requirement during Operation Phase ........................................................ 59



Table 2-11 : Non-Hazardous Waste ......................................................................................... 61

Table 2-12: Hazardous waste ................................................................................................... 61

Table 3-1: Land-use Classification – Area .............................................................................. 69

Table 3-2: Meteorological Monitoring at Site ......................................................................... 74

Table 3-3: Meteorological Data Recorded at Site.................................................................... 74

Table 3-4: Techniques Used for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring ......................................... 77

Table 3-5: Ambient Air Monitoring Locations ........................................................................ 78

Table 3-6: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results ............................................................... 80

Table 3-7: Noise Level Monitoring Stations in the Study Area .............................................. 84

Table 3-8: Ambient Noise Monitoring Results ........................................................................ 84

Table 3-9: Ambient Noise Standards ....................................................................................... 85

Table 3-10: Ground Water Quality Sampling Locations ........................................................ 86

Table 3-11: Surface Water Quality Sampling Locations ........................................................ 88

Table 3-12: Ground Water Characteristics .............................................................................. 89

Table 3-13: Surface Water Characteristics .............................................................................. 90

Table 3-14: Soil Sampling Stations in the Study Area ............................................................ 93

Table 3-15: Chemical Characteristics of Soil in the Study Area ............................................. 96

Table 3-16: Standard Soil Classification ................................................................................ 98

Table 3-17: Presence of vegetation up to10 km surroundings of the project site .................. 101

Table 3-18: Fauna recorded in the study area ........................................................................ 106

Table 3-19: Enumeration of Phytoplankton at different locations ......................................... 108

Table 3-20: Phytoplankton Genera Observed at Different Locations ................................... 109

Table 3-21: Enumeration of Zoplankton at different locations ............................................. 110

Table 3-22: Recorded Zoolplankton genera in sampling locations ....................................... 110

Table 3-23: Common fish species recorded in Patalganga River .......................................... 111

Table 3-24: List of villages in study area ............................................................................... 115

Table 3-25: Demography of study area ................................................................................. 117

Table 3-26: Vehicular Volume on existing 12 m Wide Road ............................................... 139

Table 3-27: Vehicular Volume on 35.00 metre wide road .................................................... 141

Table 3-28: Parking Provisions .............................................................................................. 143

Table 3-29: Industrial Staff Trip Modal Split ........................................................................ 144

Table 3-30: Trip Generated by Staff and Visitors during Peak Hours .................................. 144

Table 3-31: Vehicular Impacts after Development & After 10 Years ................................... 147



Table 3-32: Description of LOS based on V/C Ratio ............................................................ 148

Table 4-1: Environmenal Impact Matrix ............................................................................... 161

Table 4-2: Summary of Impacts and Mitigation Measures ................................................... 163

Table 6-1: Environmental Monitoring During Project Construction Stage ........................... 169

Table 6-2: Environmental Monitoring During Project Operation Stage ............................... 171

Table 6-3: Cost of Environmental Protection Measures ........................................................ 174

Table 8-1: CER Budget as per Guidelines ............................................................................. 181

Table 9-1: Tolerant Plant Species For Green Belt Development .......................................... 189

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1-1: Location Map ........................................................................................................ 20

Figure 1-2: Google Map Showing Project Site ........................................................................ 20

Figure 1-3: 10 Km Study Area Map-BPCL Plant .................................................................... 21

Figure 1-4: Project Site Plot location ....................................................................................... 22

Figure 2-1: Project Layout ....................................................................................................... 45

Figure 2-2: Process Flow Chart ............................................................................................... 51

Figure 2-3: Typical Mounded Bullet System........................................................................... 52

Figure 2-4: Water Balance Diagram ........................................................................................ 60

Figure 3-1: Hydrogeology map ................................................................................................ 64

Figure 3-2: Depth to Water Level – Premonsoon .................................................................... 65

Figure 3-3: Depth to Water Level – Postmonsoon .................................................................. 65

Figure 3-4: Satellite Image Map of Study Area ....................................................................... 68

Figure 3-5: LULC Classification ............................................................................................. 69

Figure 3-6: Map of LULC Classification (10 Km. Radius) ..................................................... 70

Figure 3-7 : Drainage pattern of 10 km study area .................................................................. 73

Figure 3-8: Windrose for period of March 2018 to May 2018. ............................................... 75

Figure 3-9: Baseline Sampling Monitoring Locations for Air, Soil and Noise ....................... 79

Figure 3-10: Sampling Monitoring Locations-Ground Water and Surface Water .................. 87

Figure 3-11: Site Photographs (View of Project Site) ........................................................... 100

Figure 3-12: Villages within 10 Km. Radius Area from Project Site. ................................... 116

Figure 3-13: Male-Female Population Distribution Chart ..................................................... 123

Figure 3-14: SC and ST Population Distribution ................................................................... 124

Figure 3-15: Raseshwar Temple and Gurudwara-Guru Nanak Darbar Mohopada ............... 125



Figure 3-16: Literates and Illiterate Population distribution .................................................. 126

Figure 3-17: Distribution of working population................................................................... 127

Figure 3-18: Accessibility to Project Site .............................................................................. 128

Figure 3-19 : Conducting Socio Economic Survey and Site Visit......................................... 130

Figure 3-20: Secondary Occupation in study area ................................................................. 135

Figure 3-21: Project site surround residential devlopment .................................................... 136

Figure 3-22: Site Location Map ............................................................................................. 137

Figure 3-23: Below Shows Mid-Block Traffic Count Locations .......................................... 138

Figure 3-24: Traffic Composition of Existing 12m Road on Hourly Intervals ..................... 140

Figure 3-25: Graphical Reprentation of Existing 12m Road on Hourly Intervals ................. 140

Figure 3-26: Traffic Composition of 35m road ..................................................................... 142

Figure 3-27: Graphical representation of 35m road on hourly intervals ............................... 142

Figure 3-28: External Road Network & Project Location Map ............................................. 146

Figure 7-1: LSIR for Proposed BPCL Rasayani Plant ........................................................... 176

Figure 7-2: F-N Curve for Proposed BPCL Rasayani Plant .................................................. 177

LIST OF ANNEXURES

ANNEXURE I: Project Site Layout Plan

ANNEXURE II: Notification of Karnala ESZ S.O. 230 (E) dated 22nd January 2016.

ANNEXURE III: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Report

ANNEXURE IV: Surface water Quality monitoring Report

ANNEXURE V: Ground water Quality monitoring Report

ANNEXURE VI: Noise Quality monitoring Report

ANNEXURE VII: Soil Quality monitoring Report

ANNEXURE VIII: QRA Studies & DMP

ANNEXURE IX: List of Industries near proposed project site

ANNEXURE X: Public Hearing MOM & Compliance



EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Introduction

Bharat Petroleum Corporation limited (BPCL), the project proponent, is one of the highest

ranked Indian Public sector under taking company, under Govt. of India (Ministry of

Petroleum & Natural Gas). In the prestigious Fortune 'Global 500' listing, BPCL is having

358’th position in year 2017. BPCL is one of the Maharatna Company of India. Company is

engaged in refining and marketing of petroleum products across pan India with two major

Refineries i.e. Mumbai Refinery and Kochi Refinery and one joint venture Bina Refinery &

one subsidiary Numaligarh refinery. BPCL is India's one of the largest commercial

enterprises in Oil and Gas sector.

Bharatgas from BPCL has dominated the LPG market in India for over three decades. To

cater the LPG requirements of Mumbai, Thane, Palghar & Raigad districts BPCL proposes

to construct a new LPG Bottling plant at Village- Parade (Tehsil-Khalapur), Village -

Dapiwali (Tehsil-Panvel), P.O. Rasayani, District Raigad, Maharastra of bottling capacity

270 TMTPA in phase-I which will be expanded in future to 540 TMTPA in phase-II . LPG

will be received by laying a new underground LPG pipeline of approx. 3-4 kilometers length

from sectionalizing valve station(SV-2) of Uran Chakan LPG pipeline or otherwise by Bulk

Lorries and will be stored in 6 no. (3 no. in phase -I & 3 no. in phase-II) Mounded Storage

Vessels (MSV), each of capacity 1450 Metric Tons (MT). LPG will be pumped from

Mounded Storage Vessels (MSV) to cylinder filling shed where 48 station electronic

carousals will be used for LPG filling operation .This carousal will fill LPG into the LPG

cylinders .Filled LPG cylinders after quality checks will be dispatched to the market by

packed lorries.

Project Description

Project Location

The details of environmental setting are given below. The map showing the project site and

10 km study area is shown in Figure-1.1 and Figure 1.2.

1



Details of Environmental Setting

Name of Project LPG bottling plant at Rasayani with receipt by pipeline/Tank Lorries

Project Proponent M/s Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited

Name, contact number and address of Project Proponent

Mr. Kalyan Mukherjee Head (Infra Task Force),West Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, Bharat Bhavan, 4 & 6, Currimbhoy Road, Ballard Estate, Mumbai-400001

Location of the Project

Village : Parade (Tehsil-Khalapur) and Dapiwali (Tehsil-Panvel), P.O. Rasayani District : Raigad, Maharashtra, India Geographical Coordinates: No. Lattitude Longitude 1 18°53'23.01"N 73°10'13.15"E 2 18°53'25.49"N 73°10'13.25"E 3 18°53'25.96"N 73°10'14.46"E 4 18°53'30.06"N 73°10'13.29"E 5 18°53'31.32"N 73°10'13.01"E 6 18°53'34.30"N 73°10'9.84"E 7 18°53'32.89"N 73°10'5.89"E 8 18°53'31.72"N 73°10'2.12"E 9 18°53'30.20"N 73° 9'54.05"E 10 18°53'12.21"N 73° 9'59.60"E

Name, contact number and address of Consultant

Environmental Consultants : M/s. Ultra-Tech Environmental Consultancy & Laboratory (An ISO 9001-2008 Company, Accredited by NABET, Lab: recognised by MOEF&CC, GoI), NABET/EIA/1720/RA0094,

Size of proposed project activity ~19.55 Hectare (48.3 Acres)

Plant Overview 1. LPG bottling plant 2. Distribute bulk products by road (by tank lorries )

Category of Project i.e. ‘A’ or ‘B’

As per EIA notification 2006, though the project is classified under category B under activity schedule no. 6(b) of EIA notification 2006. However, the Plant Site is located within 5 km of Karnala Wildlife Sanctuary (Protected area notified under Wildlife Protection Act 1972) and hence falls under Category ‘A’ as per EIA Notification 2006 of MOEF&CC for which Environmental Clearance (EC) from EAC Industry 2 (MOEF&CC) is necessary.

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Proposed capacity/ area/ length/ tonnage to be handled/ command area/ lease area/ number of wells to be drilled

1. LPG Receipt: By Uran-Chakan LPG Pipeline. (approx. 3-4 Km, 10” dia underground pipeline of capacity 0.6 MMTPA)

2. Storage: 3 x 1450MT Mounded Storage Vessels.(Phase 1) + 3 x 1450 MT Mounded Storage Vessels.(Phase 2)

3. Cylinder Filling:2X48 Station electronic filling carousel (Phase 1) + 2X48 Station electronic filling carousel (Phase 2)

4. Bottling capacity: 270 TMTPA in phase 1 which will be expanded in future to 540 TMTPA in phase 2

Project Description

The proposed LPG bottling plant is covered under category ‘B’, project/activity 6(b) as per

EIA notification 2006. However, the Plant Site is located within 5 km of Karnala Wildlife

Sanctuary (Protected area notified under Wildlife Protection Act 1972) and hence falls under

Category ‘A’. The proposed underground LPG receipt pipeline of around 3-4 kilometer of

0.6 MMTPA does not pass through any national park/sanctuaries/coral reefs/ecologically

sensitive areas.

The proposed project is development of a new LPG Bottling Plant along with underground

LPG receipt pipeline which will be a spur line from Uran Chakan LPG pipeline. LPG

received will be stored in Mounded Storage Vessels (MSV). From MSV product (LPG) will

be pumped to filling shed into electronic carousals to fill LPG in cylinders. Filled LPG

cylinders will be sent to market by using packed Lorries.

The details of the proposed facilities in phase-I & phase-II are given below;

1. The mode of receipt of LPG is through Uran-Chakan LPG pipeline.(A underground

LPG spur line of 3-4 Km length of 10” dia , having 0.6 MMTPA capacity).

2. Phase -I :

• 3 X 1450 MT Mounded Storage Vessels for LPG Storage.

• 2X48 Station electronic cylinder filling Carousal.

3. Phase -II :



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Project Capacity

Type of Vessel Nos Capacity Total Capacity

MSV- Phase 1 3 1450 MT 4350 MT

MSV- Phase 2 3 1450 MT 4350 MT

Technology and Acitivity (Process) Description

There is no manufacturing process involved in the LPG Bottling Plant. The operations can be

divided into following aspects :

• Receipt of LPG Through Uran-Chakan LPG pipeline (3/4 kilometer , 0.6 MMTPA,

10” dia.) Bulk Lorry Receipt: 8 bay loading /unloading gantry.

• Storage of LPG in mounded bullets fabricated as per international standards.

• Filling of LPG in cylinder by carousel in domestic/ commercial/ industrial cylinders.

• Dispatch of packed LPG cylinder (Through Packed cylinders Lorries )

• Bulk Lorry Receipt /Dispatch through 8 bay loading/unloading gantry.

The entire operation of RECEIPT, STORAGE, FILLING AND DISPATCH of LPG is

carried out in a closed system thereby eliminating risk of leakage of products and to achieve

enhanced safety. There is no chance of mixing LPG with atmosphere outside.

Water Supply

Water Requirement for Project will be 70 m3 per day during construction phase and operation

phase 55 m3/day and will be sourced from MIDC, alternatively water tankers will be made

available.

Fire Fighting Facilities

Following Fire Fighting Facilities will be provided.

• Medium velocity Water Sprinkler system shall be provided in product pump house,

TLD decantation Shed, Mounded bullet and all over the filling shed as per prevailing

safety guidelines issued by OISD-144

• Fire fighting system on proposed LPG Mounded Bullets as per prevailing safety

guidelines issued by OISD-150

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• Provision of Fire hydrant piping network with intermittent deluge valves covering full

licensed area

• The Fire Water tanks have been provided as shown in Table below and Schedule of

Fire Pumps have been provided.

Details of Fire Tanks

SN Product Type of Tank Capacity Dia (m) Ht (m)

1 Fire Tank Water Vertical Above ground 2 X 3415 KL 17 15

Schedule of Fire Pumps

SN Description Capacity Head

m WC

Nos of Pumps

Operating Standby

1 Main Pumps Deisel Engine Driven 750 KL/Hr 105 2 1

2 Jockey Pumps Electrical Driven 30 KL/Hr 115 1 1

Instrumentation and Automation

Instrumentation and Automation will be provided through the following:

• Tank Farm Management System: These shall comprise of automation of receipt of

products.

• Valve Automation system: The tank body Valves shall be fitted with Electronumatic

Remote Operated Valves (ROV) to be closed by bleeding air manually or by a safety

PLC in case of emergency.

• Servo gauges on all tanks : The gauges shall function in remote for the tank inventory

and tank shut down procedures

• Interlock Shutdown System shall be provided to stop the whole plant, if fire water is

discharged anywhere manually or automatically as per the provision of OISD 144.

• Emergency shut down system for filling activities in shed.

• Earthing system at grid.

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• Gas Monitoring system having sensors all over the license area to pre-warn slightest

of Leakage and MIMIC panel to communicate real time status

• Access Control System: The system shall permit only authorized personnel to enter

Plant.

• Control Room with equipment: The control room shall monitor and log all events

pertaining to the operation of the LPG Bottliong Plant on real time basis.

Resource Requirement

Manpower

Manpower requirement for the construction phase is approximately 250-300 nos. Local

labourers shall be preferred. Total Manpower Requirement of the project will be around 200-

225nos. including company staff, contract staff/ laborers and the security personnel etc.

Water Requirement, Source

The total water requirement for mock drills, fire water make-up and domestic use will be

around 55 m3/day .Water will be sourced from Maharashtra Industrial Development

Corporation (MIDC).

Power Requirement

Total power requirement for operation of the proposed project has been worked out as around

1500 kVA. The same shall be obtained from MSEDC. Backup power arrangement by

providing 1x750 + 1x250 KVA stand by capacity of DG sets shall be provided.

Capital Investment and Implementation Schedule

The total project cost for the Proposed LPG bottling plant at Rasayani with receipt by

pipeline/Tank Lorries is around Rs. 315 crores (Including interest During Construction). This

includes the cost of land and its development, Mounded bullets, pipelines, Fire Detection and

Protection facilities for ensuring safety of the proposed LPG Plant, etc.

The commercial operation date (COD) is envisaged in 24 months from date of receipt of EC.

Construction actvitiy will be started after obtaining EC and CTE from concerned regulatory

authority.

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EMP Costs

EMP cost is approximately 300 Lacs. Breakup of the same has been provided in Chapter 6.

Further as per OM issued by MoEF&CC dated 1st May 2018 – Corporate Environment

Responsibility will be enhanced by BPCL.

Description of Process

There is no manufacturing process involved in the LPG bottling plant. The process involved

can be divided into below mentioned Stages.

i. Receipt & Storage of product

a) Through Uran-Chakan LPG pipeline-Primarily .

b) Bulk Truck unloading- Alternatively .

c) LPG storage into 6 X 1450MT Mounted Storage Vessels(MSV).

ii. Bottling

a) LPG pumping from MSV to 48 stn. Electronic carousals in filling shed.

b) Bottling of LPG cylinders using 4X48 station electronic carousals.

c) Quality check on filled cylinders

d) Loading into Trucks

iii. Dispatch

a) Loading of quality checked filled LPG cylinders in trucks.

b) Supply & distribution to markets.

Description of Environment

The area around the proposed LPG Bottliong Plant is being surveyed for physical features

and existing environmental scenario. The field survey and baseline monitoring has been done

from the period of March 2018 to May 2018 i.e Pre-monsoon season.

Meteorology

The meteorological parameters were recorded on hourly basis during the study period near

proposed site and the summary of meteorological data generated at site is presented in

following Table.

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Summary of the Meteorological Data Generated at Site

Month

Temperature, °C

Relative Humidity,

% Wind Speed, m/s

Rainfall

(mm)

No. of rainy days

Min Max Min Max Min Max Total

March 2018 24 40 33 91 0 3.98 0 0

April 2018 25 38 26 90 0 3.77 10 1

May 2018 27 36 56 91 0 3.93 0 0

Air Environment

9 ambient air quality monitoring stations were selected in and around the project site and

studies were carried out as per CPCB guidelines and standards. Levels of PM10 and PM2.5 are

found to exist in the range of 53 to 79 µg/m3 and 25 to 46 µg/m3 respectively. Sulphur

dioxide and Oxides of Nitrogen are observed in the range of 12 to 19 µg/m3 and 25 to 29

µg/m3 respectively which are well within limits as per National Ambient Air Quality

standards 2009.

CO: The maximum value of Carbon Monoxide is observed at Kaire Village, (A6), as 1.6

µg/m3 with the minimum value observed at Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra (A9) as 0.5

µg/m3. NH3 was found to be in the range of 20 to 16 μg/m3. Benzene and BaP Benzene was

found to be below detectible limit BDL 1 µg/m3 and BDL 0.5 μg/m3 respectively at all

locations.

Conclusion: From the above analysis of the data, it infers that the air quality in the study area

is fairly good.

Noise Environment

The noise monitoring has been conducted for determination of noise levels at 9 locations in

the study area. Noise level of the study area varied from 50.1 –54.8 dB (A) in day time and

from 42.8 – 46.7dB (A) in the night time, which are well within the limits as per ambient

noise standards.

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Water Environment

Surface Water Quality

• The analysis results indicate that the pH values in the range of 7 to 8.2, the minimum

value was observed at SW3 and maximum value was observed at SW7

• DO was observed to be in the range of 1 to 6.1 mg/l. The TDS was observed in the

range of 68 to 332 mg/l, the minimum TDS value was observed at SW5, and where as

maximum value was observed at SW8.

• The chlorides and Sulphates were found to be in the range of 8 to 41 mg/l and 4 to 8

mg/l, respectively.

• The calcium & magnesium were found to be in the range of 7 to 50 mg/l and 2 to 15

mg/l, respectively

Ground Water Quality

• The analysis results indicate that the pH ranges in between 6.6 to 8.2, which is well

within the specified standard of 6.5 to 8.5. The minimum pH of 6.6 was observed at

GW3 and the maximum pH of 8.2 was observed at GW1.

• Chlorides were found to be in the range of 19 to 110 mg/l, the minimum concentration

of chlorides (19 mg/l) was observed at GW5, whereas the maximum value of 110

mg/l was observed at GW1.

• Sulphates were found to be in the range of 11 to 92 mg/l. The minimum value

observed at GW5 (11 mg/l) whereas the maximum value observed at GW1 (92 mg/l).

• The Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) concentrations were found to be ranging in

between 140 to 612 mg/l, the minimum TDS observed at GW5 (140 mg/l) and

maximum concentration of TDS observed at GW9 (612 mg/l).

Soil Quality

A total of nine samples within the study area were collected and analysed. It has been

observed that the texture of soil is mostly fertile in the study area. It has been observed that

the pH of the soil in the study area is slightly acidic to slightly alkaline in reaction having pH

is in the range of 6.3-7.4

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Ecology and Biodiversity

As per records of the forest Department there are is Karnala Bird Sanctuary 2.5 km (W) away

from the proposed project site, as per the records of the Botanical Survey of India. No

Elephant reserve, Biospheres, National parks, community reserves and conservation reserves

within the study area.

Socio Economics

The total population of the study area as per the Census of 2011 is 135522 in 30720

households. There are 30720 households in the study area and the average size of household

is 4 members per household in the study area. The dependent population below 6 years is

16091 (11.9% of the total population) in the study area. The sex ratio of the study area is 928

females per 1000 males. The sex ratio of the study area is poor, as compare to district sex

ration of Raigad (959)

Anticipated Environment Impacts and mitigation measures

Land/Soil Environment Impact Mitigation

During construction phase the top soil will be stored carefully and will be used again after

construction/installation phase is over so as to restore the fertility of project site. During

operation phase, as the complete system shall be closed loop, no impact is envisaged on the

topography during operation phase.

Air Impact Mitigation

The emission anticipated during construction period will include fugitive dust due to

excavation of soil, leveling of soil, use of DG sets, movement of heavy construction

equipments/vehicles, site clearing and other activities. Also water sprinkling shall be carried

out to suppress fugitive dust during earthworks and along unpaved sections of access roads.

During operational phase the storage facilities shall be equipped with leak detection systems.

The air environment may have minimal impact due to truck movement for receipt and

dispatch.

Noise Impact Mitigation

Noise is generated from operation of pumps, blowers and DG sets and during vehicular

movement. The mitigation measures include acoustic enclosures for DG Sets will be

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provided as per CPCB guidelines. Provision of ear plugs for labour in high noise area, also

green belts and landscaping shall act as noise buffer.

Water Impact Mitigation

Avoid unwanted wastage of water and use of tanker water for construction activity.

Wastewater generated will be recycled/ reused during operation of the LPG Plant and rain

water harvesting shall be promoted, also the rainwater from the landscape area will be used to

recharge the ground water sources through recharge pit.

Ecology and Biodiversity Impact Mitigation

The proponent shall have an extensive green belt encompassing minimum 33% of plot area.

The probability and consequences of significant ecological impacts occurring as a result of

the operation of the facility are considered to be almost negligible.

Municipal solid waste will be disposed through local bodies. Spent lube oil from D.G. set will

be sold to SPCB Authorized recyclers. Hence no impact on flora and fauna is envisaged.

There will be no effluent discharge in the water body. Thus there is no impact on the aquatic

biota present in vicinity of proposed project.

Socio-Economic Environment Impact Mitigation

The construction of the proposed project is expected to provide temporary indirect

employment to a good number of skilled and unskilled workers. The project will contribute to

the socio-economic development of the area at the local level in turn reducing migration for

employment. Hence the proposed project will have positive impact on the socio-economic

environment.

Environmental Monitoring Programme

Sr. No Particulars Monitoring Frequency Method of

Sampling

Important Monitoring Parameters

I

Air Pollution & Meteorology

A Stack Monitoring

1 D.G Sets Once As per CPCB Flue gas temp., velocity, flow, dust conc., SO2, NOx

B. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

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Sr. No Particulars Monitoring Frequency

Method of Sampling


1 2 No. of AAQ locations Twice in a week 24 hr.

As per NAAQs 2009 PM, SO2, NOx, Hydrocarbons as HC, VOCs

C. Meteorology

1 Wind speed, direction, temperature, relative humidity, atmospheric pressure, rainfall etc shall be monitored at plant.

II

Water and Wastewater Quality

A Domestic

1 STP Once in a Day As per CTO conditions

B. Industrial Wastewaters

1 Outlet of the ETP Once in a Day 24 hr composite As per CTO conditions

C. Water quality

1 Ground Water Once in a month Grab Parameters specified under IS:2295 (Class C) and IS:10500,

III

Industrial Noise Levels

1 Near administrative office

Once in 5 months 8 hr continuous with 1 hr interval

Noise levels in dB(A)

2 Pump house Noise levels in dB(A)

3 D G area Noise levels in dB(A)

Ambient Noise Levels

1 Four locations Once in three months for the industry Once in each season for ambient noise

24 hr continuous with one hr interval


IV Soil Quality

1 Inside the plant Pre-Monsoon and Post Monsoon season Grab Physio-chemical

parameters

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Additional Studies

Public Hearing

Public hearing was conducted by MPCB on 4th January 2019 at Rasayani and the Minutes of

compliance are enclosed with EIA report.

Hazard Identification and Consequence Assessment

Quantitative Risk Study has been done to determine the potential risks of major disasters

having damage potential to life and property and provide a scientific basis using

PHASTRISK (Version 6.7) software developed by DNV GL. Disaster Management Plan is

prepared for identification of various hazards addressed qualitatively and included in onsite-

emergency plan. Details of risk assessment are given in the EIA report.

Consequence analysis of all possible containment scenarios was carried out. No dominant

effects envisaged as all Mounded bullets are adequately spaced and heat/pressure wave

is limited to safety area.

Project Benefits

To cater the domestic as well as non-domestic LPG demand, Bulk LPG and Auto LPG

demand near surrounding districts. The proposed project by BPCL LPG Bottling plant of

capacity 540 TMTPA at Rasayani will supply domestic/commercial cylinders mainly at

Mumbai, Thane, Palghar & Raigad districts. Further, this project will produce indirect job

/business opportunity to the local people.

Proposed Schedule and Approval for Implementation

The plant activities are expected to be completed in a period of 24 months from the date of

receipt of Environment Clearance.

Environment Management Plan

Construction Phase

During construction phase, all precautionary measures shall be taken for dust suppression,

prevention of soil erosion and noise reduction. The effect on environment during construction

phase will be localized, temporary and reversible in nature.

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Operation Phase

Operation of the Plant usually does not involve any manufacturing process, which may lead

to process specific emission of air pollutants into atmosphere.

Air Pollution Management

• There is no continuous source of air pollutant from the operation of proposed LPG

bottling Plan project. The sources of air pollutants are limited to the DG Sets and

diesel engine driven Fire water pumps. These sources of air pollutants are

intermittent. During operation, these sources would emit the exhaust gases.

• Adequate stack height will be provided for D.G. sets.

• There will be no continuous source of fugitive emission from the process.

Noise Pollution Management

• Regular condition monitoring e.g. speed, vibration and regular preventive

maintenance including schedule lubrication will be done for the moving machines to

keep them in good condition and also to reduce noise and vibration.

Water Pollution Management

The sources of waste water generation are as follows: a) Sanitary waste water from toilets,

wash-rooms and canteen. b) Non-sanitary waste water from mock drills.

Sanitary waste water from toilets, canteen and wash rooms are treated in STP. Non-sanitary

waste water generated during mock fire drills i.e. only once in a month is passed through

vapour trap and reused for planttaion. During rainy season, the rain water is discharged

through properly designed storm water drain after passing through vapour trap.

There is no waste water generation from operation of proposed project. The wastewater

arising due to washing of cylinders will be treated by ETP and resused.

The wastewater management philosophy is based on “Zero Discharge” concept

Solid Waste Management

Practically, no Solid Waste shall be generated from operation of proposed Mounded Bullets.

Used oil, grease and empty drums shall be disposed of through registered vendors as per

Handling of Waste Material and Transboundary Rules, 2016 and subsequent amendments

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Purpose of the Report

As per Environmental Impact Assessment Notification dated 14th September 2006, the

proposed installation of 6 (six) nos. Mounded Storage Vessels for LPG Storage each of 1450

MT capacity alongwith 3/4 km LPG pipeline which comes under Item No. 6(b) of Category

‘B’. However, the Plant Site is located within 5 km of Karnala Wildlife Sanctuary (Protected

area notified under Wildlife Protection Act 1972) and hence falls under Category ‘A’ as per

EIA Notification 2006 of MOEF&CC for which Environmental Clearance (EC) from

Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MOEF&CC) is necessary.

The application for EC (Form-1 and PFR) was submitted to MOEF&CC New Delhi on

13.07.2018. Further Standard TOR has been issued on MOEF&CC website dated 20.08.2018.

This EIA report is prepared in line with Standard TOR.

Ultratech, Environmental Consultancy & Laboratories Thane, has been retained by BPCL to

undertake an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for various environmental

components, which may be affected due to the proposed augmentation project.

1.2. Introduction of Project and Project Proponent

Bharat Petroleum Corporation limited (BPCL), the project proponent, is one of the highest

ranked Indian Public sector under taking company, under Govt. of India (Ministry of

Petroleum & Natural Gas). In the prestigious Fortune 'Global 500' listing, BPCL is having

358th position in year 2017. BPCL is one of the Maharatna Company of India. Company is

engaged in refining and marketing of petroleum products across pan India with two major

Refineries i.e. Mumbai Refinery and Kochi Refinery and one joint venture Bina Refinery &

one subsidiary Numaligarh refinery. BPCL is India's one of the largest commercial

enterprises in Oil and Gas sector.

Bharatgas from BPCL has dominated the LPG market in India for over three decades. To

cater the LPG requirements of Mumbai, Thane, Palghar & Raigad districts, BPCL proposes

to construct a new LPG Bottling plant at Village- Parade (Tehsil-Khalapur), Village -

Dapiwali (Tehsil-Panvel), P.O. Rasayani, District Raigad, Maharastra.

The proposed project is development of a new LPG Bottling Plant along with receipt pipeline

of LPG. LPG will be received by laying a new underground pipeline of approx. 3 - 4

kilometers (0.6 MMTPA, 10” dia) from sectionalizing valve station (SV 2) of Uran Chakan

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LPG pipeline or otherwise by Bulk Lorries and will be stored in 6 no. (3 no. in phase-I & 3

no. in phase-II) Mounded Storage Vessels (MSV), each of capacity 1450 MT. LPG will be

pumped from MSV to cylinder filling shed with 48 station electronic carousals for cylinder

filling operation. Filled LPG cylinders will be dispatched to the market by packed Lorries.

The details of the proposed facilities in phase 1 & phase 2 are given below;

1. The mode of receipt of LPG is through Uran-Chakan LPG pipeline. (A underground

spur line of 3-4 Km length of 10” dia of 0.6 MMTPA capacity).

2. Phase -I :



• Bottling capacity 270 TMTPA

3. Phase -II :



• Bottling expanded in future to 540 TMTPA in phase-II.

The details of the Project and Proponents are as mentioned in Table 1.1.

Table 1-1: Project and Project Proponent Description

Name of Project Environmental Impact Assessment for LPG bottling plant (capacity 3 X 1450 MT in Phase I&II each) at Rasayani with receipt by pipeline/tank lorries

Project Proponent M/s Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Name, contact number and address of Project Proponent

Mr. Kalyan Mukherjee Head (Infra Task Force),West Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, Bharat Bhavan, 4 & 6, Currimbhoy Road, Ballard Estate, Mumbai-400001

Location of the Project Village: Dapiwali & Parade, Tehsil-Khalapur & Panvel P.O. Rasayani District: Raigad, Maharashtra, India Geographical Coordinates: No. Lattitude Longitude 1 18°53'23.01"N 73°10'13.15"E 2 18°53'25.49"N 73°10'13.25"E 3 18°53'25.96"N 73°10'14.46"E 4 18°53'30.06"N 73°10'13.29"E 5 18°53'31.32"N 73°10'13.01"E

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6 18°53'34.30"N 73°10'9.84"E 7 18°53'32.89"N 73°10'5.89"E 8 18°53'31.72"N 73°10'2.12"E 9 18°53'30.20"N 73° 9'54.05"E 10 18°53'12.21"N 73° 9'59.60"E

Survey No Survey no. 13(part) 14, 15, 16, 19, 20(part), 21(part), 22/1(part),22/2, 22/4(part), 22/5, 22/6, 22/7, 22/8, 23(part) in Village -Dapiwali (Tehsil-Panvel) and Survey no. 4/3, 4/6, 4/7, 4/8, 4/9, 4/11 , 4/12,4/13, 9/1, 9/2 (part), 9/3(part), 10, 11/1, 11/2, 11/3, 11/4, 12, 13, 14/1, 14/2, 14/3, 14/4, 14/5, 14/6, 15, 16/1, 16/2, 16/3, 17,18, 19/1,19/2, 20/1, 20/2, 20/3, 21(part) in Village- Parade (Tehsil-Khalapur) , Dist. Raigad, Maharashtra.

Name, contact number and address of Consultant

Environmental Consultants : M/s. Ultra-Tech Environmental Consultancy & Laboratory (An ISO 9001-2008 Company, Accredited by NABET, Lab: recognised by MOEF&CC, GoI), NABET/EIA/1720/RA0094,

Size of proposed project activity ~19.55 Hectare (48.3 Acres) Plant Overview 1. LPG bottling plant

2. Distribute bulk products by road (by tank lorries ) Category of Project i.e. ‘A’ or ‘B’

As per EIA notification 2006, though the project is classified under category B under activity schedule no. 6(b) of EIA notification 2006. However, the Plant Site is located within 5 km of Karnala Wildlife Sanctuary (Protected area notified under Wildlife Protection Act 1972) and hence falls under Category ‘A’ as per EIA Notification 2006 of MOEF&CC

Proposed capacity/ area/ length/ tonnage to be handled/ command area/ lease area/ number of wells to be drilled

1. LPG Receipt: By Uran-Chakan LPG Pipeline. (approx. 3-4 Km, 10” dia of capacity 0.6 MMTPA)

2. Storage: 3 x 1450MT Mounded Storage Vessels.(Phase I) + 3 x 1450 MT Mounded Storage Vessels.(Phase II)

3. Cylinder Filling:2X48 Station electronic filling carousel (PhaseI) + 2X48 Station electronic filling carousel (Phase II)

4. Bottling capacity: 270 TMTPA in phase 1 which will be expanded in future to 540 TMTPA in phase 2

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1.3. Need for the Project

Bharatgas from Bharat Petroleum has dominated the LPG market in India for over three

decades. LPG is very important fuel for all household for cooking purpose . LPG is a clean

fuel and does not produce any environment pollution. Govt. of India is also promoting LPG

fuel for household usage by various initiatives like PM Ujjwala Yojana etc.

The proposed LPG bottling plant is intended to cater the domestic & industrial demand of

LPG in Mumbai, Thane, Palghar & Raigad districts which will provide impetus to the

Industries/businesses which uses LPG as their fuel.

1.4. Brief description of Nature, Size and Location of the project

The project activity is Proposed LPG bulk storage and bottling plant at Village- Parade

(Tehsil-Khalapur), Village -Dapiwali (Tehsil-Panvel), P.O. Rasayani, District Raigad,

Maharastra. As per EIA notification 2006, though the project is classified under category B

under activity schedule no. 6(b) of EIA notification 2006. However, the Plant Site is located

within 5 km of Karnala Wildlife Sanctuary (Protected area notified under Wildlife Protection

Act 1972) and hence falls under Category ‘A’ as per EIA Notification 2006 of MOEF&CC

for which Environmental Clearance (EC) from Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate

Change (MOEF&CC) is necessary.

This EIA Report addresses the environmental impacts of the proposed project and proposes

the mitigation measures for the same. The report is prepared, based on the Standard Terms of

Reference (ToR) for EIA/EMP Report for Projects requiring Environmental Clearance (EC)

for Isolated Storage & Handling of Hazardous Chemicals project by Ministry of Environment

& Forests & Climate Change (MoEF&CC) New Delhi, GOI.

The LPG Bottling plant is to be located at Village- Parade (Tehsil-Khalapur), & Village -

Dapiwali (Tehsil-Panvel), P.O. Rasayani, District Raigad, Maharastra. The land area of the

proposed LPG Plant facility is approximately 19.55 hectare (48.3 Acres) and currently is an

open vacant land. The site is easily accessible by road. The nearest highway to the project

site is NH4 Mumbai pune expressway about 2.5 km (E), NH66 is about 5 km (W) and

Mumbai Pune Old Highway about 4.3 km (E). The nearest railway station Rasayani – about

1.5 Km (W) and the Main Railway Station: Panvel about 8 Km (NW). The nearest airport is

Mumbai Airport about 75 km (NW). The details of environmental setting are given in Table

1.2. The location map is shown in Figure -1.1. Further, Google map and 10 km radius study

area map are given in figure 1.2 and Figure -1.3 respectively.

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Table 1-2: Environmental Setting around Project Site

Sr. No. Particulars Details

Nearest highways NH-4 – 2.5 km (E), Mumbai pune Old Highway- 4.3 km (E), NH66 (Erstwhile NH-17)- 5 km (W)

Nearest railway station Railway : Rasayani : Approx 1.5 km (W)

Nearest Airport CSIA Airport : 75 km (NW) Proposed NMI Airport: 12 km (NW)

Nearest major water bodies

Morbe Dam -8.10 km Nadhal Lower Dam: 6.30 km Chowk Pond: 7.40 km Patalganga River: Abutting Kirki River: 9.57 km (N) Jambivali Dam: 5.35 km (S) Devloli Dam: 2.45 km (NW) Ransai Reservoir: 9.00 km Lake Near Sangurli Village: 6.90 km (N) Lake Near Shirdhon Village: 5.80 km (NW) Lake Near Dahivali Panvel: 5.00 km Usaran Lake: 2.80 km

Nearest town/City Mohapada: 1.65 km Interstate boundary None with the study area Archaeologically important places Manikgad Fort 7.50 km (S)

Protected areas as per Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 Karnala Bird Sanctuary: 2.5 km (W)

Reserved / Protected Forests

Reserved Forests near Kaire -1.2 km (S) Reserved Forests near jambhivali - 3.65 km (S) Reserved Forests near Chavane - 4.0 km (SW) Reserved Forests near Apta - 2.0 km (SW) Reserved Forests near Devloli - 1.9 km (NW) Reserved Forests near Bhokarpada 5.0 km (NE) Reserved Forests near Kandhorli 8.60 km (SE) Reserved Forests near Thombrewadi 5.2 km (N)

Defence Installations None

Seismicity Seismic Zone - III as per IS: 1893 and all designs will be as per IS Codes

Industries

• MIDC Patalganga 2.30 km (SW) • HOCL Rasayani Site A 0.5 km (W)

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Figure 1-1: Location Map

Figure 1-2: Google Map Showing Project Site

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Figure 1-3: 10 Km Study Area Map-BPCL Plant

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Figure 1-4: Project Site Plot location

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1.5. Scope of the Study

EIA integrates the environmental concerns in the developmental activities so that it can

enable the integration of environmental concerns and mitigation measures in project

development. The study includes detailed characterization of existing status of environment

in an area of 10 km radius around project site. In order to get an idea about the existing state

of the environment, various environmental attributes such as meteorology, air quality, water

quality, soil quality, noise level, ecology and socio-economic environment are studied

/monitored. Environmental baseline monitoring has been carried out during March 2018 to

May 2018 used to identify potential significant impacts. The report is prepared as per the

Standard ToR

The scope of the study broadly includes:

• To describe the project and associated works together with the requirements for

carrying out the proposed development

• To establish the baseline environmental and social scenario of the project site and its

surroundings

• To identify and describe the elements of the community and environment likely to be

affected by the project

• To identify, predict and evaluate environmental and social impacts during the

construction and operation phase of the project

• To study the existing traffic load, predict the increment in traffic due the project and

to suggest the management plan for the same

• Details about conservation of resources

• To design and specify the monitoring and audit requirements necessary to ensure the

implementation and the effectiveness of the mitigation measures adopted

• To access risk during construction and operation phase and formulate the disaster

management plan onsite and offsite

• To evaluate proposed pollution control measures and delineate Environmental

Management Plan (EMP)

• To delineate post-project environmental quality monitoring program to be pursued by

M/s. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

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1.6. Applicable Environmental Regulations

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

Rules of Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India govern the proposed

project:

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

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

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

4 The Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016

5 Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016

6 The Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1989 (amended, 1994 and 2004).

7 E- Waste (Management) Amendment Rules, 2018

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

9 EIA Notification dated 14.09.2006 as amended

10 The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Response) Rules, 1996.

11 The Factories Act, 1948 (amended 1987)

12 The Inflammable Substances Act, 1952.

13 The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (amended 2001). The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 (amended 2005).

14 The Public Liability Insurance Rules, 1991 (amended 1992). The Public Liability Insurance Rules, 1991 (amended 1993).

15 The Petroleum Act, 1934. The Petroleum Rules, 2002.

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The Explosives Act, 1884 (amended till 1983). The Gas Cylinder Rules, 2004, The Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 1981 (amended 2002). The Explosives Rules, 1983 (amended 2002).

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1.7. Structure of EIA Report

EIA report contains baseline data, project description and assessment of impacts and

preparation of Environmental Management Plan and Disaster Management Plan. The report

is organized in following ten chapters:

Executive Summary

This chapter describes the summary of the environmental impact assessment studies.

Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes objectives and methodology for EIA.

Chapter 2: Project Description

This chapter gives a brief description of the existing facilities and infrastructure required for

augmentation etc.

Chapter 3: Description of the Environment

This chapter presents details of the baseline environmental status for microclimate, air

quality, noise, traffic, water quality, soil quality, flora, fauna and socio-economic status etc.

Chapter 4: Anticipated Environmental Impact and Mitigation Measures

This chapter discusses the possible sources of pollution and environmental impacts due to the

project during construction and operation phases and suggests the mitigation measures.

Chapter 5: Analysis of Alternative Sites and Technology

This chapter describes the analysis of various alternative sites and the technology required for

the project.

Chapter 6: Environmental Monitoring Program

Environmental monitoring requirements for effective implementation of mitigative measures

during construction as well as during operation of the project along with required institutional

arrangements for their implementation. Budgetary cost estimates for mitigation measures are

also brought out.

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Chapter 7: Additional Studies

This chapter covers information about Public Hearing and Risk Assessment Studies for the

construction and operation phase, the safety precautions that are taken during construction

phase.

Chapter 8: Project Benefits

This chapter presents the benefits from this project.

Chapter 9: Environmental Management Plan

This chapter deals with the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for the proposed

augmentation Project and indicates measures proposed to minimize the likely impacts on the

environment during construction and operation phases and budgetary allocation for the same.

Chapter 10: Disclosure of Consultants

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Environmental Impact Assessment for LPG bottling plant (capacity 3 X 1450 MT in Phase I&II each) at Rasayani

with receipt by pipeline/tank lorries

1.8. Compliance of Standard TOR issued by EAC – Industry 2

MoEF&CC has granted Standard TOR on 20.08.2018. Further While preparing the EIA Report, all the points of the Stamdard TOR are addressed

in the EIA Report. The following table summarizes all the TOR Conditions and vis-à-vis their compliance in the EIA Report:

Sr. no. Standard ToR points Reply

1 Executive Summary Executive Summary has been given in the beginning of the EIA report.

2 Introduction

i Details of the EIA Consultant including NABET accreditation

ULTRA-TECH Environmental Consultancy & Laboratory Unit No. 206, 224, 225 Jai Commercial Complex, Eastern Express Highway, Opp Cadbury Factory, Khopat, Thane (West) – 400 061

ii Information about the project proponent Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, Bharat Bhavan, 4 & 6, Currimbhoy Road, Ballard Estate, Mumbai-400001

iii Importance and benefits of the project Importance and benefits of the project has been given in Chapter -2, Sub-Section – 2.2 of EIA/ EMP Report.

3 Project Description

i Cost of project and time of completion. Overall Project Cost: - 315 Crores. Time of Completion: - 24 months after obtaining the EC and CTE

ii Products with capacities for the proposed project.

1. The mode of receipt of LPG is through Uran-Chakan LPG pipeline. 2. Phase -1 : • 3 X 1450 MT Mounded Storage Vessels for LPG Storage. • 2X48 Station electronic LPG cylinder filling Carousal. 3. Phase -2 : • 3 X 1450 MT Mounded Storage Vessels for LPG Storage. • 2X48 Station electronic cylinder filling Carousal.

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Type of Vessel Nos Capacity Total Capacity Phase 1 Mounded Bullets 3 1450 MT 4350MT Phase 2 Mounded Bullets 3 1450 MT 4350MT

iii

If expansion project, details of existing products with capacities and whether adequate land is available for expansion, reference of earlier EC if any.

It is a greenfield project.

iv List of raw materials required and their source along with mode of transportation Not Applicable

v Other chemicals and materials required with quantities and storage capacities

There is no production involved in the proposed LPG Bottling Plant. It involves Receipt, Storage and Dispatch of LPG.

vi Details of Emission, effluents, hazardous waste generation and their management.

The project may cause rise in dust levels during construction phase. Precautions would be taken to reduce dust generation during construction phase: • Maximum use of RMC will minimize the handling of cement, sand and concrete

thus dust emission will be minimized. • Water sprinkling will be done at regular intervals to reduce the air born dust.

Fugitive dust emissions are envisaged during installation activities apart from gaseous emissions from vehicular movement. However, they are localized and temporary in nature and will be suitably controlled by adopting preventive measures given in Section-4.2 of Chapter-4.

• No oil effluent is anticipated during construction phase or during operation stage. • There is no manufacturing process involved in the proposed project. The process

involved can be divided into 3 steps: 1.Receipt 2.Storage and 3.Dispatch of LPG. • No waste generation involved. • Scrap from stores/workshop is envisaged during the operational phase of the plant.

This will be sold to authorized recyclers.

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Emission The sources of emissions are DG sets only. Stack height of DG sets are as per norms of CPCB to allow effective dispersion of pollutants

Effluent Domestic waste water will be generated generated and treated in STP and treated water will be utilized in greenbelt development/plantation.

Hazardous Waste

Used Oil -5 LPM To be disposed off as per MPCB norms

vii Requirement of water, power, with source of supply, status of approval, water balance diagram, man-power

Particulars Demand Source Water 55 KLD MIDC Power 1500 KVA MSEDCL Man Power 200-225 Managerial staff

& Contract labour Nearby

viii

Process description along with major equipment and machineries, process flow sheet (quantitative) from raw material to products to be provided

1. LPG Receipt: By Uran-Chakan LPG Pipeline. (approx. 3-4 Km, 10” dia of capacity 0.6 MMTPA)

2. Storage: 3 x 1450MT Mounded Storage Vessels.(Phase I) + 3 x 1450 MT Mounded Storage Vessels.(Phase II)

3. Cylinder Filling:2X48 Station electronic filling carousel (PhaseI) + 2X48 Station electronic filling carousel (Phase II)

4. Bottling capacity: 270 TMTPA in phase 1 which will be expanded in future to 540 TMTPA in phase 2 Process flow sheet & Plant and Equipment details are given in Section 2.6 & 2.9 respectively of Chapter -2

ix Hazard identification and details of proposed safety systems.

Hazard identification and details of proposed safety systems is given in Chapter -7 of EIA-EMP report.

x Expansion/modernization proposals:

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a

Copy of all the Environmental Clearance(s) including Amendments thereto obtained for the project from MOEF/SEIAA shall be attached as an Annexure. A certified copy of the latest Monitoring Report of the Regional Office of the Ministry of Environment and Forests as per circular dated 30th May, 2012 on the status of compliance of conditions stipulated in all the existing environmental clearances including Amendments shall be provided. In addition, status of compliance of Consent to Operate for the ongoing existing operation of the project from SPCB shall be attached with the EIA-EMP report.

Not Applicable as this greenfield project

b

In case the existing project has not obtained environmental clearance, reasons for not taking EC under the provisions of the EIA Notification 1994 and/or EIA Notification 2006 shall be provided. Copies of Consent to Establish/No Objection Certificate and Consent to Operate (in case of units operating prior to EIA Notification 2006, CTE and CTO of FY 2005-2006) obtained from the SPCB shall be submitted. Further, compliance report to the conditions of consents from the SPCB shall be submitted.

Not Applicable

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4 Site Details

i

Location of the project site covering village, Taluka/Tehsil, District and State, Justification for selecting the site, whether other sites were considered.

Village- Parade (Tehsil-Khalapur), & Village -Dapiwali (Tehsil-Panvel), P.O. Rasayani, District Raigad, Maharastra

ii

A toposheet of the study area of radius of 10km and site location on 1:50,000/1:25,000 scale on an A3/A2 sheet. (including all eco-sensitive areas and environmentally sensitive places)

A toposheet of the study area of radius of 10 Km and site location on 1:50,000 scale including all eco-sensitive area is given in Figure 1.3 of chapter -1

iii Details w.r.t. option analysis for selection of site

The proposed location at Rasayani has been selected because of the resources availability like road, rail and receipt facility of LPG through pipelines.

iv Co-ordinates (lat-long) of all four corners of the site.

No. Lattitude Longitude 1 18°53'23.01"N 73°10'13.15"E 2 18°53'25.49"N 73°10'13.25"E 3 18°53'25.96"N 73°10'14.46"E 4 18°53'30.06"N 73°10'13.29"E 5 18°53'31.32"N 73°10'13.01"E 6 18°53'34.30"N 73°10'9.84"E 7 18°53'32.89"N 73°10'5.89"E 8 18°53'31.72"N 73°10'2.12"E 9 18°53'30.20"N 73° 9'54.05"E 10 18°53'12.21"N 73° 9'59.60"E

v Google map-Earth downloaded of the project site Google map of the project site is given in figure 1.2 of chapter -1

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vi

Layout maps indicating existing unit as well as proposed unit indicating storage area, plant area, greenbelt area, utilities etc. If located within an Industrial area/Estate/Complex, layout of Industrial Area indicating location of unit within the Industrial area/Estate.

Layout maps indicating all proposed unit indicating storage area, plant area, greenbelt area, utilities etc is given figure 2.1 of Chapter -2 of EIA report.

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Photographs of the proposed and existing (if applicable) plant site. If existing, show photographs of plantation/greenbelt, in particular.

Photographs of the proposed site are shown in chapter 3.

viii

Landuse break-up of total land of the project site (identified and acquired), government/ private - agricultural, forest, wasteland, water bodies, settlements, etc shall be included. (not required for industrial area)

Land use break-up incorporated in Chapeter 2, Table 2.1

ix

A list of major industries with name and type within study area (10km radius) shall be incorporated. Land use details of the study area

Enclosed as Annexure- IX & also given at table 1.2 of chapter-1 of EIA report

x Geological features and Geo-hydrological status of the study area shall be included.

Geological features and Geo-hydrological status of the study area is given in section of 3.2 of Chapter -3 of EIA report

xi

Details of Drainage of the project upto 5km radius of study area. If the site is within 1 km radius of any major river, peak and lean season river discharge as well as flood occurrence frequency based on peak rainfall

Details of Drainage of the project upto 5km radius of study has been given in figure.3.7 and section 3.3.4 of chapter-3 of EIA/ EMP Report.

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data of the past 30 years. Details of Flood Level of the project site and maximum Flood Level of the river shall also be provided. (mega green field projects)

xii

Status of acquisition of land. If acquisition is not complete, stage of the acquisition process and expected time of complete possession of the land.

The land for proposed project is purchased from M/s HOCL at Rasayani.

xiii R&R details in respect of land in line with state Government policy

Not Applicable. Response of BPCL with respect to R&R issues are included in Public Hearing action plan. MOM of Public Hearing are attached as Annexure X.

5 Forest and wildlife related issues (if applicable):

i

Permission and approval for the use of forest land (forestry clearance), if any, and recommendations of the State Forest Department. (if applicable)

No forest land is involved in the proposed project; thus no such permission/approval are required.

ii

Landuse map based on High resolution satellite imagery (GPS) of the proposed site delineating the forestland (in case of projects involving forest land more than 40 ha)

No forest land is involved in the proposed project. Land use map based on High Resolution Satellite Imagery (GPS) of the proposed project has been given in Figure.3.4 of chapter-3 of EIA/ EMP Report

iii Status of Application submitted for obtaining the stage I forestry clearance along with latest status shall be submitted.

No forest land is involved in the proposed project.

iv

The projects to be located within 10 km of the National Parks, Sanctuaries, Biosphere Reserves, Migratory Corridors of Wild Animals, the project proponent shall submit

The project is located outside Eco Sensitive zone of Karnala Bird Sanctuary. Notification of ESZ is attached as Annexure II.

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the map duly authenticated by Chief Wildlife Warden showing these features vis-à-vis the project location and the recommendations or comments of the Chief Wildlife Warden-thereon.

v

Wildlife Conservation Plan duly authenticated by the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State Government for conservation of Schedule I fauna, if any exists in the study area.

Not Applicable

vi

Copy of application submitted for clearance under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, to the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife.

Not Applicable

6 Environmental Status

i

Determination of atmospheric inversion level at the project site and site-specific micro- meteorological data using temperature, relative humidity, hourly wind speed and direction and rainfall.

Due to polar tropopause, ground inversion is common in north of 200N after sunset and after sunrise. The lapse rate is least (4 oC km-1) at 850 mb and 700 mb. However, the 24 hrs windrose includes all the stability clauses and depict the possibility of inversion if any. The lapse rate in the entire north western India is governed by Siberian High and influencing factors are upper air quality. Only IMD Pune has the facility to do so. Site - Specific Micro Meteorological data (Temperature, Relative Humidity, Hourly Wind Speed and Direction, Rainfall) was collected during summer season (March 2018 to May 2018) has been given in table 3.2 of section 3.4 of chapter -3

ii

AAQ data (except monsoon) at 8 locations for PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOX, CO and other parameters relevant to the project shall be collected. The monitoring stations shall be

Pre-monsoon season data (March 2018 to-May 2018) has been generated &

collected. AAQ data includes PM10, PM2.5, NOX, SO2, CO and other parameters relevant to

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based CPCB guidelines and take into account the pre-dominant wind direction, population zone and sensitive receptors including reserved forests.

the project were generated. The monitoring stations were selected considering the dominant wind direction,

population zone and sensitive receptors etc. The monitoring station selected is as described in section 3.5 of chapter-3.

iii

Raw data of all AAQ measurement for 12 weeks of all stations as per frequency given in the NAQQM Notification of Nov. 2009 along with - min., max., average and 98% values for each of the AAQ parameters from data of all AAQ stations should be provided as an annexure to the EIA Report.

The raw data of all AAQ measurement for 12 weeks of 9 stations as per frequency given in the NAAQM Notification of November 2009 has been given in chapter-3, Section –3.5, Table No. – 3.6 of EIA/ EMP report. The same has been enclosed as Annexure – III.

iv

Surface water quality of nearby River (100m upstream and downstream of discharge point) and other surface drains at eight locations as per CPCB/MoEF&CC guidelines.

9 surface water samples were collected as grab samples and were analyzed for various parameters as per CPCB/ MoEF&CC guidelines. The analysis has been given in Chapter– 3, Section – 3.7, Table No. – 3.13 of EIA/ EMP report. The same has been enclosed as Annexure – IV.

v Whether the site falls near to polluted stretch of river identified by the CPCB/MoEF&CC, if yes give details.

The proposed project does not falls near to polluted stretch of river identified by the CPCB/ MoEF&CC, New Delhi.

vi Ground water monitoring at minimum at 8 locations shall be included.

9 locations of ground water samples have been analysed for various parameters as per CPCB/ MoEF&CC guidelines. The analysis has been given in Chapter-3, Section – 3.7, Table No.-3.12 of EIA/ EMP report. The same has been enclosed as Annexure-V.

vii Noise levels monitoring at 8 locations within the study area.

Noise level monitoring was carried out at 9 locations within the study area as per CPCB/ MoEF&CC guidelines. The analysis has been given in chapter-3, Section – 3.7, Table No. – 3.8 of EIA/ EMP report. The same has been enclosed as Annexure –VI.

viii Soil Characteristic as per CPCB guidelines. Soil sampling was carried out for 8 locations within the study area. The analysis has

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been given in Chapter-3, Section – 3.8, Table No. – 3.15 of EIA/ EMP report. The same has been enclosed as Annexure – VII

ix

Traffic study of the area, type of vehicles, frequency of vehicles for transportation of materials, additional traffic due to proposed project, parking arrangement etc.

Traffic study of the area, type of vehicles, frequency of vehicles given in Chapter-3 of EIA report

x

Detailed description of flora and fauna (terrestrial and aquatic) existing in the study area shall be given with special reference to rare, endemic and endangered species. If Schedule- I fauna are found within the study area, a Wildlife Conservation Plan shall be prepared and furnished.

The study of flora and fauna (terrestrial and aquatic) existing in the study area has been given in Chapter-3, Section -3.9 of EIA/ EMP report.

xi Socio-economic status of the study area. Socio-Economic status of the study area has been given in Chapter-3, Section – 3.10 of EIA/ EMP report.

7 Impact and Environment Management Plan

i

Assessment of ground level concentration of pollutants from the stack emission based on site-specific meteorological features. In case the project is located on a hilly terrain, the AQIP Modelling shall be done using inputs of the specific terrain characteristics for determining the potential impacts of the project on the AAQ. Cumulative impact of all sources of emissions (including transportation) on the AAQ of the area shall

Industry operation involves receipt, storage and distribution of LPG only. No Manufacturing is involved and hence, no significant emissions will be there from the proposed project except from DG sets, which are used during emergency conditions. Emissions from the DG sets are directed through stack as per CPCB and monitored yearly by MPCB.

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be assessed. Details of the model used and the input data used for modelling shall also be provided. The air quality contours shall be plotted on a location map showing the location of project site, habitation nearby, sensitive receptors, if any.

ii Water Quality modelling - in case of discharge in water body

There is no discharge of wastewater outside the plant premises and hence water quality modeling is not conducted.

iii

Impact of the transport of the raw materials and end products on the surrounding environment shall be assessed and provided. In this regard, options for transport of raw materials and finished products and wastes (large quantities) by rail or rail-cum road transport or conveyor- cum-rail transport shall be examined.

This is not a production unit but the LPG storage and distribution plant.

iv

A note on treatment of wastewater from different plant operations, extent recycled and reused for different purposes shall be included. Complete scheme of effluent treatment. Characteristics of untreated and treated effluent to meet the prescribed standards of discharge under E(P) Rules.

No waste water will be generated from LPG plant. Domestic wastewater generated (17.5 KLD) from plant will be treated in the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) having capacity of 20 KLD and sludge generated will be utilized as manure for greenbelt development/ plantation within the plant premises. Rain water harvesting will be practiced inside the plant.

v Details of stack emission and action plan for control of emissions to meet standards.

Industry operation involves receipt, storage and distribution of LPG only. No Manufacturing is involved and hence, no significant emissions will be there from the proposed project except from DG sets, which are used during emergency conditions.

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Emissions from the DG sets are directed through stack as per CPCB and monitored yearly by MPCB.

vi Measures for fugitive emission control Water sprinkling shall be carried out to suppress fugitive dust during construction and operation phase

vii

Details of hazardous waste generation and their storage, utilization and management. Copies of MOU regarding utilization of solid and hazardous waste in cement plant shall also be included. EMP shall include the concept of waste-minimization, recycle/reuse/recover techniques, Energy conservation, and natural resource conservation.

Hazardous waste (Used lube oil)-5 LPM Management: Sold to MPCB Authorized Recyclers Concept of waste - minimization, recycle/ reuse/ recover techniques, Energy conservation and natural resource conservation has been included in the EMP report

viii Proper utilization of fly ash shall be ensured as per Fly Ash Notification, 2009. A detailed plan of action shall be provided.

Not Applicable

ix

Action plan for the green belt development plan in 33 % area i.e. land with not less than 1,500 trees per ha. Giving details of species, width of plantation, planning schedule etc. shall be included. The green belt shall be around the project boundary and a scheme for greening of the roads used for the project shall also be incorporated.

Green belt development will be done in 6.45 ha area i.e 33% of the proposed project area. The Green belt development plan is incorporated in Chapter 9.2.6.

x Action plan for rainwater harvesting measures at plant site shall be submitted to harvest rainwater from the roof tops and storm water

Rainwater harvesting measures will be implemented.

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drains to recharge the ground water and also to use for the various activities at the project site to conserve fresh water and reduce the water requirement from other sources

xi Total capital cost and recurring cost/annum for environmental pollution control measures shall be included.

The recurring cost for environmental protection measures shall be incorporated during final EIA report and subsequent approval from higher management. The details of investment for procuring the equipment for efficient control and monitoring of pollution along with annual recurring cost will be provided.

xii Action plan for post-project environmental monitoring shall be submitted.

Action Plan for Post –Project Environmental monitoring has been given in Chapter-6 of EIA/ EMP report.

xiii

Onsite and Offsite Disaster (natural and Man-made) Preparedness and Emergency Management Plan including Risk Assessment and damage control. Disaster management plan should be linked with District Disaster Management Plan

ONSEP, ERDMP and QRA has been incorporated in Chapter 7 – Additional Studies

8 Occupational health

i Plan and fund allocation to ensure the occupational health & safety of all contract and casual workers

All employees will be trained, educated and encouraged to follow best and safe work practices.

Personnel Protective Equipment’s like face mask, earmuffs, ear plugs, gloves, safety goggles and safety boots will be provided.

Awareness programme regarding the use, maintenance and up-keep of respirators will be conducted on regular basis so that employees will be trained to handle the equipment properly.

Annual report of health status of the workers will be done after the commencement of the project.

ii

Details of exposure specific health status evaluation of worker. If the workers' health is being evaluated by pre designed format, chest x rays, Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision testing (Far & Near vision, colour vision and any other ocular defect) ECG, during pre

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placement and periodical examinations give the details of the same. Details regarding last month analyzed data of above mentioned parameters as per age, sex, duration of exposure and department wise.

iii

Details of existing Occupational & Safety Hazards. What are the exposure levels of hazards and whether they are within Permissible Exposure level (PEL). If these are not within PEL, what measures the company has adopted to keep them within PEL so that health of the workers can be preserved,

iv Annual report of health status of workers with special reference to Occupational Health and Safety.

9 Corporate Environment Policy

i

Does the company have a well laid down Environment Policy approved by its Board of Directors? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA report.

BPCL has EHS Policy for their organization.

ii

Does the Environment Policy prescribe for standard operating process / procedures to bring into focus any infringement / deviation / violation of the environmental or forest norms / conditions? If so, it may be detailed in the EIA.

The company has well defined procedures to bring into focus any infringement/ deviation/ violation of the environmental and forest norms.

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iii

What is the hierarchical system or Administrative order of the company to deal with the environmental issues and for ensuring compliance with the environmental clearance conditions? Details of this system may be given.

Organizational chart is given in section 10

iv

Does the company have system of reporting of non compliances / violations of environmental norms to the Board of Directors of the company and / or shareholders or stakeholders at large? This reporting mechanism shall be detailed in the EIA report

Management Representative will appraise the highest authority on quarterly basis regarding the performance of the plant on environmental measures. Management Representative will also post the same on firm’s website accessible to public domains.

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Details regarding infrastructure facilities such as sanitation, fuel, restroom etc. to be provided to the labour force during construction as well as to the casual workers including truck drivers during operation phase.

regarding infrastructure facilities such as sanitation, fuel, restroom will be provided during construction as well as operation phase

11 Enterprise Social Commitment (ESC)

i

Adequate funds (at least 2.5 % of the project cost) shall be earmarked towards the Enterprise Social Commitment based on Public Hearing issues and item-wise details along with time bound action plan shall be included. Socio-economic development activities need to be elaborated upon.

The Corporate Social Responsibility will be as per its applicability with The Companies Act 2013. As per MOEF&CC OM no 22-65/2017-IA.III dated 01/05/2018 greenfield project having investment of > 500 cr. to ≥ 1000 crores shall expend 1.5% under corporate Environment Responsibility (CER).

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12

Any litigation pending against the project and/or any direction/order passed by any Court of Law against the project, if so, details thereof shall also be included. Has the unit received any notice under the Section 5 of Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 or relevant Sections of Air and Water Acts? If so, details thereof and compliance/ATR to the notice(s) and present status of the case.

No litigation pending against the project or the project proponent

13 A tabular chart with index for point wise compliance of above TOR. Noted and complied

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2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1. Type of project

Rasayani LPG Bottling Plant (BP) shall operate strictly as a storage & bottling facility for

LPG. No by-products / additional products are generated / manufactured during the

operations. Hence, the present proposal is categorised under Schedule 6(b) & Category ‘B’

according to EIA Notification 2006 & subsequent amendments. However, the Plant Site is

located within 5 km of Karnala Wildlife Sanctuary (Protected area notified under Wildlife

Protection Act 1972) and hence falls under Category ‘A’ as per EIA Notification 2006 of

MOEF&CC. The proposed LPG receipt pipeline of 3-4 kilometer of 0.6 MMTPA does not

pass through any national park/sanctuaries/coral reefs/ecologically sensitive areas.

2.2. Need and Justification of the Project

Bharatgas from Bharat Petroleum has dominated the LPG market in India for over three

decades. LPG is very important fuel for all household for cooking purpose. LPG is a clean

fuel and does not produce any environment pollution. Our current Govt. of India is also

promoting LPG fuel for household usage by various initiatives like PM Ujjwala Yojana etc.

The proposed LPG bottling plant is intended to cater the domestic & industrial demand of

LPG in Mumbai, Thane, Palghar & Raigad districts which will provide impetus to the

Industries/businesses which uses LPG as their fuel.

LPG demand is likely to be growing at average annual growth rate of 2.5 % as per Petroleum

Planning Analysis Cell (PPAC).The proposed LPG plant at Rasayani will cater to market

demandin Mumbai, Thane, Palghar & Raigad districts. It will also facilitate timely delivery of

domestic LPG refills to the customers in these districts.

The construction of proposed project involves civil, mechanical, electrical and

instrumentation work, hence it would require significant workforce of non-technical and

technical persons during construction phase. BPCL will use good faith efforts to employ

indirectly local people from the nearby villages depending upon the availability of skilled &

un-skilled man-power surrounding the project site. During operation phase also indirect

employment opportunities will be generated for technical and non technical persons

depending on the requirement.

At proposed Rasayani LPG plant, LPG will be received from Uran-Chakan LPG Pipeline.

The LPG at Uran-Chakan pipeline will be received from indigenous LPG production from

BPCL Mumbai Refinery. Also, there will be provision of supplying LPG to Uran-Chakan

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pipeline from our Uran LPG terminal which receives import product also. Based on the

availability of product Indigenous /imported product will be supplied to proposed Rasayani

LPG terminal

In view of the foregoing, BPCL proposes to construct a new LPG Bottling plant at Rasayani,

Tehsil- Panvel/khalapur, District-Raigad, Maharashtra of bottling capacity 270 TMTPA in

phase I which will be expanded in future to 540 TMTPA in phase II. LPG will be received by

laying a new underground pipeline of approx. 3-4 kilometers from sectionalizing

valvestation(SV-2) of Uran Chakan LPG pipeline or otherwise by Bulk Lorries and will be

stored in 6 no. (3 no. in phase 1 & 3 no. in phase II) Mounded Storage Vessels (MSV), each

of capacity 1450 MT. LPG will be pumped from MSV to cylinder filling shed with 48 station

electronic carousals for cylinder filling operation.Filled LPG cylinders will be dispatched to

the market by packed lorries.

2.3. Layout

The land for proposed project is purchased from M/s HOCL at Village -Dapiwali (Tehsil-

Panvel) & Parade (Tehsil-Khalapur), P.O. Rasayani, District Raigad, Maharastra by M/s

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd .Total plot area of the proposed bottling plant is 19.55 Ha

(48.3 Acres).

The plant layout showing the location of various units of proposed mounded storage Bullets

and associated facilites is shown in Figure-2.1. The land use breakup of the project area is

given in Table-2.1.The layout of the bottling plant has been prepared as per prescribed OISD-

144 & 150. The road network is designed to ensure smooth movement of bulk/filled cylinder

trucks. Layout plan of the bottling plan including proposed facilities have been given in

Figure 2.1 and also as Annexure I.

The design considerations for the site layout of the proposed project are provided as below:

Design Parameters: Temperature, Pressure, Internal Corrosion, Hydro Test Pressure

Design Procedure: As per the Design Code: ASME SEC. VIII or PD - 5500 or

equivalent duly approved by PESO.

Piping layout is as per OISD-150. One liquid line, one vapour line, 2no’s SRVs,

ROVs on liquid and vapour lines .

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Figure 2-1: Project Layout

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Table 2-1: Land Use Break up

S.N Particulars Area m2

1 Plant Area, Office Area, and housing (all covered area) 13252.5

2 Car Parking Area 160

3 Green Belt Area 64515

4 Mounded Bullet Area 2521

5 Open Area and others Total including truck parking area and fire water tank area 115052

Total 195500

2.4. Salient Features of the Project

The salient features of the proposed BPCL Rasayani LPG plant are presented in Table 2.2.

Table 2-2: Salient Features of Proposed Plant

S.N Description Details

1 Total Land 19.55 ha (48.3 acres)

2 Land Use Vacant land

3 Status of land acquisition

The proposed project site is purchased from M/s. HOCL at Rasayani.

4 Type of Storage Tanks

Mounded Storage Vesselts (also called as Mounded Bullets)

5 Capacity of Storage Tanks

Type of Vessel

Nos Capacity Total Capacity

Phase 1 Mounded Bullets

3 1450 MT 4350MT

Phase 2 Mounded Bullets

3 1450 MT 4350MT

6 Power requirement 1500 KVA from MSEDCL

7 Water requirement During construction phase 70 m3/day During Operation phase 55 m3/day

8 Man power During construction phase : 250-300 nos. During operation phase: 200-225

9 Project Cost INR 315 Cr

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S.N Description Details

10 Fire Fighting Facilities

A Fire water storage 2 X 3415 KL

B Fire water pumps (2 M + 1 SB) X 750 KL/Hr

C Jockey pumps (1 M + 1 SB) X 30 KL/Hr

C Water sprinkler / Deluge system At all relevant placesas per OISD std.

D Fire Hydrant/monitor piping network

As per prescribed OISD

E DCP & CO2 extinguishers As per prescribed OISD

F Gas Monitoring System As per prescribed OISD

G ILSD As per OISD-144 Source: Project Report, BPCL

2.4.1. Proposed Schedule and Approval for Implementation

The construction of LPG storage and related activities will commence on receipt of

Environmental Clearance (EC). It is envisaged that construction activities will take 24

months post EC clearance.

2.5. Description of Storage

2.5.1. LPG Receipt and Storage

LPG will be received through pipeline, spur line from Uran Chakan LPG pipeline. LPG

received will be stored in Mounded Storage Vessels (MSV). From MSV product (LPG) will

be pumped to filling shed into electronic carousals to fill LPG in cylinders. Filled LPG

cylinders will be sent to market by using packed Lorries

2.5.2. Unloading

It is envisaged that primarily the LPG will be received trough the undergorung spur pipeline

of 3-4 km from Uran-Chakan LPG pipeline. Alternatively it is envisaged that the LPG will be

received through road tankers . LPG in road tankers will be unloaded in TLD gantry shed

comprising of 8 bays. In Phase-I, 6 nos. of unloading bays will be provided. The road tankers

will be connected to liquid and vapour lines from Mounded Bullet by unloading arm provided

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with excess flow check valve and isolation valve. Road tankers will be provided with Roto

gauges, Safety Relief Valve. Vapour line will be connected to the compressor through a four

way valve. LPG will be unloaded from the road tanker by differential pressure method.

During LPG unloading, vapour from one storage bullet will be sucked and will be

compressed in LPG compressor. The compressed LPG vapour will be fed to bulk tanker to

pressurize it and LPG (Liquid) will be transferred from the road tanker to the Bullet.

After LPG unloading, the compressor suction will be reversed by changing the four way

valve position and LPG vapour will be recovered from road tanker through the same

compressor and discharged to Mounded Bullets.

2.5.3. LPG Pump House

• LPG Pumps

Cam Type LPG pumps will take suction from bottom of Mounded Bullets and deliver liquid

to carousal for filling in empty cylinders.

• LPG Vapour Compressors

2 nos. of LPG vapour compressors will be provided. The compressor is used for unloading of

LPG from road tankers by pressurization and thereafter for recovery of LPG vapour from the

road tankers when unloading will be complete. The compressor will be equipped with a

suction receiver (knock out drum) to trap any condensed liquid.

2.5.4. Air Compressor and Air Drying Unit

2 nos. of screw type Air compressor will be provided for supply of compressed air for plant

requirement as well as for preparation of instrument air at a pressure of 7 Kg/cm2.

Compressed air shall be generally required as plant instrumentation air/service air and a part

of the compressed air passes through air drying unit for generation of instrument air at 7

Kg/cm2 and relative humidity at -15ºC. Instrument air will be required for LPG handling and

filling system, operation of instruments including ROVs and thermal fuse bulbs etc. The air

compressor and air drying unit are located at a sufficient distance as per OISD-144 from LPG

handling facilities.

2.5.5. LPG Cylinder filling and associated facilities

Empty cylinders from empty cylinder storage shed are drawn in the filling shed by chain

conveyer. LPG will be filled by means of rotary machines called "Carousel". The carousel

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consists of a rotating frame with running wheels on rail (and corresponding rail), a central

column for gas and air and which rotates with the carousel frame a hydraulic driving unit.

The speed of the driving unit will be variable so that the rotation of the carousel can be

adapted to various filling capacities. The carousel will be equipped with 48 filling guns.

LPG filling machine mounted on the carousel works on gross weighing principle. The

machine will be preset for the net filling required in the cylinders. The cylinders are placed

on the machine and the filling head will be connected to the cylinder valve and LPG supply

valve opens. The operator punches tare weight of each incoming LPG cylinders and filling

machine of the corresponding cylinder will be adjusted for the respective tare weight of the

cylinders. LPG filling gun cuts automatically when the total gross weight reaches.

Checking of weight and Leak testing

After filling, every cylinder will be checked for its weight on a check weighing scale and the

cylinders having less or more weight than preset standards are segregated and are sent

through a integrated weight correction unit. The cylinders are checked for valve leakage by

Gas Detector and ”O”-Ring leak by Pressure Tester, then checking for body and bung leaks

by totally submerging cylinders under water as per prevailing practice. After leak testing,

sample of cylinders are segregated for Statistical Quality Checking (SQC), then cylinders are

sent to filled cylinder storage shed by means of chain conveyers for loading in the packed

trucks.

Air removal from cylinders and LPG vapour filling - Purging Unit

This unit will be required to fill LPG vapour in cylinders (new and repaired) after sucking the

air from cylinders by vacuum pumps. This operation is required to eliminate the possibility of

forming explosive mixture with air. Vacuum will be created upto 300 mm of Hg inside the

cylinder and then LPG vapour will be injected into the cylinder up to a pressure of 1.5 to 2

kg/cm2g before using them for filling of LPG.

Evacuation of leaky cylinders

Defective valves of LPG Cylinders shall be replaced by using Valve Change without

Evacuation Unit. In this unit the defective valves are replaced without evacuating the LPG

from the defective cylinders.

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Storage of filled cylinders and transportation

Filled cylinders after leak testing, weight testing and fixing safety caps will be stacked in the

filled cylinder shed near the delivery end as per rules laid down by OISD-144/Gas Cylinder

Rules, 1981. Filled cylinders will be delivered only to the PESO approved godown of

authorized LPG distributors. Drivers of the trucks carrying LPG shall have valid license and

training in safety and fire fighting procedures.

Note: Whole filling shed are comes under the network of medium velocity sprinkler system

2.6. Process Flow Chart

There is no manufacturing process involved in the LPG bottling plant. The process involved

can be divided into 4 Stages as below and as shown in Figure 2.2.

i. Receipt & Storage of product

a) Primarily through Uran-Chakan LPG pipeline.

b) Alternatively thorugh Bulk Truck unloading.

c) LPG storage into 6 X 1450MT Mounted Storage Vessels (MSV).

ii. Bottling

a) LPG pumping from MSV to 48 stn. Electronic carousals in filling shed.

b) Bottling of LPG cylinders using 4X48 station electronic carousals.

c) Quality check on filled cylinders

d) Loading into Trucks

iii. Dispatch

a) Loading of quality checked filled LPG cylinders in trucks.

b) Supply & distribution to markets.

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Cylinder Filling/dispatch Process is depicted as below

Figure 2-2: Process Flow Chart

2.7. Infrastructure at the Facility

2.7.1. Description of Mounded Bullets

The mounded storage of LPG has proved to be safer compared to above ground storage

vessels since it provides intrinsically passive and safe environment and eliminates the

possibility of Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapour Explosion (BLEVE). The cover of the

mound protects the vessel from fire engulfment, radiation from a fire in close proximity and

acts of sabotage or vandalism. The area of land required to locate a mounded system is

minimal compared to conventional storage.. Cathodic protection will be provided to all the

three bullets to prevent them from corrosion.

A typical drawing of the mounded bullets system is as shown in Figure 2.3.

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Figure 2-3: Typical Mounded Bullet System

2.7.2. Parking Lot

The proposed Bottling Plant will have facility for approximately 100-150 packed trucks

parking inside plant premise.

2.8. Fire Prevention System

The gas leak detection, fire prevention and control system to be implemented at Rasayani

LPG Bottling Plant will be the latest and will comply with the norms prescribed under OISD

144 and OISD 150. The following are the systems which will be provided at LPG Bottling

Plant:-

Gas Monitoring System: The system consists of gas detecting sensors linked to a

computerized processing unit and with alarm panels at control room, filing shed, plant

manager’s cabin as well as security gate having audio / visual alarms and MIMIC Panel to

alert the plant personnel. The sensors are located at all sensitive or potential hazard areas in

the plant as indicated in OISD 144

Air/Vapor Extraction System: It is a blower with ducts extended to different operating

points in filling shed. The blower extracts any leaking LPG vapor from the floor level and

cold flares the same to the free atmosphere at the height of 1.5 meter from the highest points

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of eves of the shed. This system is interlocked with filling system, such that the blower has to

be started before the carousel is started for filling operation. Blower will run during filling

operation continuously. A standby blower is also given to meet situations where one of the

blowers is out of order. In this way there is no accumulation of LPG at plant floor level and

any minor leaks due to operation is immediately evacuated and not allowed to reach the

lower explosive limit.

Remote (Control) Operated Valves: These are pneumatically operated quick shut off

valves provided on LPG pipelines (in liquid line) connected to LPG equipment (like storage

vessels, carousel, TLD lines) with actuating points located both remotely and nearer to

operating facilities in plant. When actuated, the valves will close within 30 seconds, stopping

the flow of LPG in pipelines. Besides, in case of leakage of LPG through flange joint or

rupture of pipeline, the Excess Flow Check Valve are operated restricting the leakage of LPG

to the sections between two Gate Valves in LPG pipe line and the LPG in upstream area and

the storage bullet area is cut off from the leaking point, thereby preventing major leakage or

fire.

High Level Alarm: This kind of alarm is installed in storage bullets and other vessels. In

case of filling of more than 85 % the alarm will be actuated at Pump House and remote

operated valves installed in storage vessel will close the flow of LPG to vessel. The actuation

of remote operated valve and alarm is interlocked with the level of LPG liquid in vessel.

Fire Hydrant Network: All round the plant in licensed and non licensed area there are fire

water line ring network. In both licensed & non licensed area there are intermittent fire

hydrants and water motitors in a specific distance. Further in licensed area there are deluge

valve in all critical areas (called as fire zones), as per OISD 144,116. MV sprinkler system

can be operated from deluge valves.

Emergency Trip Buttons and Manual call Points: These emergency push buttons are

provided at strategic places in the plant. In case of emergency, when the emergency trip

button is actuated action takes place as specified in the clause 11.11 of OISD 144 which

involves tripping of electricity to all the operating equipment in the hazardous area of the

plant, closure of all remote operated valves on the LPG pipelines and sounding of siren.

Operation of manual call point will denote an abnormal situation alerting the plant personnel

and will involve the sounding of siren only. An annunciator panel installed at manned

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control room will indicate the location from where Manual Call Point is actuated. These

points are provided at strategic locations in the plant.

Medium Velocity Spray System : This sprinkle system is provided in the operating areas of

hazardous areas of plant like sheds involving filling, storage and operation on cylinders, tank

lorry decantation shed, expose flanges of mounded storage, LPG pump house, etc., as per the

specifications given in OISD 144 / 150.

Adequate storage of fire water in exclusive above ground tanks is maintained as per the fire

water calculation. There is a fire water pipeline system which is constantly kept pressurized

with a minimum of 7 kg per centimeter square at farthest point using jockey pumps which

start and stop automatically at preset pressures. The fire water pipeline is connected to the

MV spray system through deluge valves where an air water balance is maintained. The MV

Spray system is equipped with a quartzite bulb fire detection system. When the temperature

reaches 79º C the bulb will be burst releasing the air water balance at the deluge valve and

thereby starting the sprinkling of water. This will reduce the pressure in the pipeline which

will actuate the fire water pumps by a preset mechanical pressure switch. This process will

repeat until other fire pump start and same will stabilize when quantum of fire water as per

designed scenario of fire fighting is achieved.Thus the entire system of fire protection is

automatic.

Interlock Shut Down System: As per OISD 144 all the plant shall have Inter locked Shut

Down System (ILSD) in place. It is a combination of syncrhonised activity to control a

emergency situation in a far better way. In the plant with ILSD if fire water started at any

point (in any 4 In case of actuation of sprinkler either by bursting of quartzite bulb, or

operating sprinkler manually, all plant machineries will trip electrically, electric siren will be

sounded, fire engine will be started, all remote operated valve in liquid LPG line will be

closed and emergency light will be activated (at night). This system is called Interlocked Shut

down System. Apart from that zone of emergency will be indicated in annuciator panel at

control room.

Mutual Aid - Mutual Aid agreement will be made at the time of commissioning with other

industrial units in the vicinity. Local police, Fire Brigade and nearby Hospital & Army units

will also be involved.

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2.9. Plant and Equipment Details

The plant and equipement details along with sizing are detailed in brief in Table 2.3. Table

2.4, Table 2.5, Table 2.6 and Table 2.7. Further Site Plan Layout is referenced as Annexure I.

Table 2-3 : Non-Plant Shed/Building

S.N Building Size (m) Type

1 Security cabin 4.00 x 6.00 RCC frame structure with B/W

2 Control building for LPG & P/Ls 25.00 X 12.5 RCC frame structure with B/W

3 Admin building 20.00 x 12.00 RCC frame structure with B/W

4 Amenities 20.00 x 12.00 RCC frame structure with B/W

5 PCVO Room 12.00 x 08.00 RCC frame structure with B/W

6 Engineering store 20.00x 08.00 RCC frame structure with B/W

7 F. W. Pump house 22.5 x 10.00 RCC frame structure with B/W

8. M.C.C / D.G/L.T. Room 20.00 x 8.00 RCC frame structure with B/W

Table 2-4: Plant Shed/Building

S.N Building Size (m) Type

1 TLD Pump house 20.00 x 8.00 MS structure with sheeting on top

3 Transformer room 8.00x 8.00 RCC frame structure with B/W

4 TLD Gantry 33.00 x 16.00 MS structure with sheeting on top

5 Empty Cum Filling Shed 100.00 X 55.00 MS structure with sheeting on top

6 Filled Shed 40.00 X 55.00 MS structure with sheeting on top

7 Industrial Shed 40.00 X 55.00 MS structure with sheeting on top

8. DPT Shed 2X22.5X35 MS structure with sheeting on top

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Table 2-5: Brief Description of Facilities

Security block/cabin 4m x 6m

Car Shed 20 m x 8 m

Admin building 20 m x 12 m

Planning control room 25 m x 12.5 m

HT room 5 m x 4 m

Outdoor transformer 8 m x 8 m

MCC/MLDB/LT room 20m x 8 m

DG shed 15 m x 8 m

Air compressor 2No

Fire water tank 2No

Inspection platform 2No

Bulk loading 8 Bay

Filled cylinders storage shed 40 m x 55 m

Filling/Empty cylinders 100 m x 55 m

Electronic Carousel 2

Cylinder Washing unit 4No.

Automatic Valve changing machine 4No.

Air sealing system 4No.

Test Bath 4No.

Manual hot air sealing system 4No.

Degassing platform 5 m x 5 m

LPG pump compressor shed 20 m. x 8 m

Mounded Storage Vessel 3No. x 1450 MT

Cathodic protection room 4 m x 4 m

Field Toilet 8 m x 4 m

Underground HSD tank 15KL

Barrier gate 12 m x 8 m

Parking Area 16000 m2

ETP 6 m x 3 m

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Table 2-6: Pipeline Parameters

Pipeline Throughput 0.6 MMTPA

Design Code As per requirement relevant OISD & API code

Pipeline Length 3 to 4 km

Pipeline diameter 10”

Design receit 80 kg/cm2

Design Temp 29 0C

Pipeline Protection system CP System

Instrumentation As per requirement relevant OISD & API code

The Co-ordinates of the start point of pipelines: 18°53'16.16"N 73°9'44.45"E

The Co-ordinates of the end point of pipelines : 18°53'20.32"N 73°10'7.39"E

Route of pipeline

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Table 2-7: Electrical Systems

No. Description Size

1 Sub Station 33/11 KV HT power supply shall be received through U/G or A/G feeder line from MPEB supply point

2 Transformers 33 / 11 KV to 430 V

3 Generators 750 KVA: for complete operation i.e. TLF, Yard Lighting and Shed Ops. 250 KVA: Lighting and Shed/TLF ( Part Ops)

4 Pcc / Mcc A power control centre / motor control centre shall be provided

5 Lighting Adequate lighting is being provided in the terminal area

Table 2-8: Safety data

No of monitors As per requirement mentioned in OISD -144

Hydrant points As per requirement mentioned in OISD -144

Fire extinguishers As per requirement mentioned in OISD -144

Hand Siren As per requirement mentioned in OISD -144

ETB As per requirement mentioned in OISD -144

MCP As per requirement mentioned in OISD -144

Table 2-9: Fire fighting facilities

S.N. Facilities Details

1 Fire water tanks 2 X 3415 KL( 17m. Dia X 15 m. Height)

2 Fire engines 3 X 750 KL/Hr, 105 m Head (2 Main+1 Standby)

3 Jockey Pumps 2 X 30 KL/Hr, 115 m Head ( 1 Main + 1 Standby)

4 Fire water main ring As per nodal analysis, OISD-144

5 MCPs & MCP panel Will be provided at Strategic locations

6 Monitors As per OISD standard

7 Double Hydrants As per OISD standard

8 Fire Siren One no. 3 km range (Electrical operated- will be fed through critical panel)

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2.10. Power Requirement

Plant will receive electricity from Maharashtra State Electricity Board (MSEB), total

estimated power requirement will be around 1500 KVA.In case of failure of main power DG

sets will be used. DG sets of capacity 1 x 750 KVA and 1 x 250 KVA will be provided.

2.11. Manpower Requirement

Manpower requirement for the construction phase is approximately 250-300 nos. Local

labourers shall be preferred. Total Manpower Requirement of the project during operation

phase will be around 200-225 to including company staff, contract labors and security

personnel etc.

2.12. Water and Wastewater Management

The water requirement during construction activities shall be approx. 70 KL per day which

shall be met through MIDC. Since, the proposed project activities are limited only to receipt

& storage of LPG followed by bottling & dispatch of packed LPG, water will be required

only for floor washings, potable, dust suppression, canteen, green belt, operation and fire

fighting purposes and shall be sourced from MIDC. Minimum 200 manpower (company

staff, Contract labours, security etc.) + 360 (180 trucks X2) truck drivers & cleaners

manpower shall be available at any time in the plant premises. As per standard guidelines,

water requirement per day /person is 45 L. Hence, total water requirement shall be, 45 x 560

= 25200 L i.e. 25 KL per day to meet domestic requirement of the terminal.

Table 2-10: Water Requirement during Operation Phase

SN Description Water Consumption KLD Waste water generation and its management

1 Domestic 25 17.5 KLD domestic wastewater generated will be treated in STP of capacity 20 KLD and treated water will be utilised for greenbelt/plantation

2 Cylinder Washing and hydrotesting

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5 KLD effluent generated from cylinder washing is being/will be treated in ETP (Capacity 10 KLD) and utilised for greenbelt development.

3 Greenbelt 10 Green belt development

4 Fire Water 15 To make up fire water

Total 55

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Figure 2-4: Water Balance Diagram

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2.13. Solid and Hazardous Waste Disposal System

Details of the solid and hazardous generation with their category and its quantity, disposal

system are mentioned in Table 2.11 and Table 2.12.

Table 2-11 : Non-Hazardous Waste

Description Quantity of Waste Generated

Total no. of employees (During operation phase) 200 Assuming per capita solid waste generation rate as 0.20 kg/capita/day

Quantity of solid waste generated 40

Organic solid waste : 60 % of the total waste 24

Inorganic solid waste: 40 % of the total waste 16

Disposal of domestic solid waste Disposed through municipal trucks.

Table 2-12: Hazardous waste

Sr. No.

Schedule I

Category No. Type Qty Method of Disposal

1 Sch. 5.1 – Used Oil 5 LPA To be disposed off as per SPCB norms

2 Solid (damaged cylinders,

parts etc.)

~ 100

cilinders/month Sold as scrap metal to dealers

2.14. Litigation Pending Against the Project

No litigation pending against the project or the project proponent

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3. BASELINE ENVIRONMENT

This chapter provides the description of the existing environmental status of the study area

with reference to the environmental attributes like air, water, noise, soil, land use, ecology,

socio economics, etc. The study area covers 10 km radius around the project site.

The existing environmental setting is considered to adjudge the baseline conditions which are

described with respect to climate, atmospheric conditions, water quality, soil quality, ecology,

socioeconomic profile, land use and places of archaeological importance.

The present report incorporates the data monitored over a period of three months from March

2018 to May 2018. The primary baseline monitoring consists of meteorology, ambient air

quality, noise levels, water quality, soil quality and ecology (aquatic and terrestrial). The land

use, geology, demography, is based on the secondary data collected from various

Government, semi-Government and public-sector organizations.

3.1. Hydrogeology and Geology

3.1.1. Geomorphology and Soil Types

The district has three physiographic divisions i.e. (i) Coastal zone in west covers about 20%

percent of the district (ii) Central zone covers about 1/3 rd of the district, consisting of fertile

land in low lying area (iii) Hilly zone in the eastern part highly uneven in altitude and

covered with forest. This hill range is characterized by ruggedness and uneven topography,

with crestline of peaks and saddles forming the eastern horizon. Ulhas, Panvel and

Patalganga are the three main rivers in northern part. Kundalika River is the main river in

central part whereas in the southern part Savitri River is the main river.

The soils in the district are formed from the Deccan Trap which is predominating rock

formation with small out crops of Laterite at a few places in the Poladpur taluka and

Matheran hill. The soils are grouped as Forest, Varkas, Rice, Khar or Saline, Coastal

Alluvium and Laterite as per the location and topographical situation.

Drainage: Major Drainage : 4 rivers Ulhas, Patalganga, Kundalika and Savitri

Geology

Pleistocene – Recent : Alluvium

Upper Cretaceous-Lower Eocene : Basalt (Deccan Traps)

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3.1.2. Hydrogeology

Deccan Trap Basalt of upper Cretaceous to lower Eocene is the major rock formation and

intruded by a number of dykes. The western part of the district consisting Basalt flows are

altered to Laterite. Recent deposits comprising Beach Sand and Alluvium occur along the

coast and in the river mouth, however they do not form potential aquifer. A map depicting the

hydrogeological features is shown as Figure–3.1.

Hard Rock Areas

Deccan Trap Basalt

Ground water in Deccan Trap Basalt occurs mostly in the upper weathered and fractured

parts down to 10 – 15 m bgl under unconfined condition. The water bearing strata at deeper

depth exists under semi confined to confined conditions. The dugwells in these areas show

rapid decline in water level during postmonsoon period and practically go dry in peak

summer. In foot hill zones the water table is relatively shallower near water course. The yield

of dugwells tapping upper phreatic aquifer ranges between 45 to 60 m3 /day, whereas that of

borewells varies form 0.50 to > 20 m3/hr. depending upon the local hydrogeological

conditions, however in most of the borewells it is up to 5 m3 /hr.

Soft Rock Areas

Beach Sand/Alluvium: The Alluvial deposits are found along the coastal areas in few isolated

patches having limited areal extent as Beach Sand and along the course of major rivers. In the

alluvial deposits, primary porosity is due to the inter-granular pore spaces making sands and

gravels good water bearing formations. The ground water occurs under phreatic/unconfined

aquifer at relatively shallow depths of 3-5 m and their yield ranges from about 18 to 43 m3

/hr.

3.1.3. Water Level Scenario

Depth to Water Level – Premonsoon

The depth to water levels in major parts of the district during May 2011 ranges between 0.95

m bgl (Jite) and 7.70 m bgl (Chinchwad). Depth to water levels during premonsoon (May

2007) has been depicted in Figure–3.2 The water level in major part of the district ranges

from 2-5 mbgl. The water level ranging from 5 to 10 mbgl are observed in northern and in

southern part of the district i.e around Poladpur, Chandore and Temple also as scattered

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patches across the district. Shallow water level of less than 2 mbgl are also found across the

district as isolated patches.

Depth to Water Level – Postmonsoon

The depth to water levels during postmonsoon (Nov. 2011) ranges between 1.10 m bgl

(Karjat) to 4.05 m bgl (Veshwi). Spatial variation in postmonsoon 6 depth to water levels is

shown in Figure–3.3. Water Level of 2-5 metre are seen in major part of the district where

shallow water level of less than 2 mbgl are seen in as patches all around the district. Water

Level in the range of 10-20 mbgl are seen as patches in central and southern part of the

district.

Figure 3-1: Hydrogeology map

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Figure 3-2: Depth to Water Level – Premonsoon

Figure 3-3: Depth to Water Level – Postmonsoon

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Aquifer Parameters

Based on the exploratory drilling in the district aquifer parameters like transmissivity and

storativity of the deeper aquifer in basaltic terrain varies from 40.80 to 50.52 m2/day and

storativity varies from 3.34x10-4 to 5.934x10-5. The pumping tests on dugwells were

conducted which are tapping alluvium, laterite and vesicular basalt, fractured basalt and

weathered massive basalt. The specific capacity, transmissivity and storativity values as

analysed by Ground Water Survey and Development Agency (GSDA) are found to be

ranging in Alluvium from 27.18 to 670.54 lpm/m of drawdown, 9.96 to 88.54 m2/day and

0.013 – 0.053 respectively. In vesicular basalt the values range from 14.53 – 150.36 lpm/m of

drawdown, 5.04 – 22.11 m2/day and 0.017 – 0.030 respectively, whereas in fractured basalt

they range from 16.74 – 158.00 lpm/m of drawdown, 3.97 – 39.45 m2/day and 0.020 – 0.050

respectively. In moderate to highly weathered massive basalt the values of specific capacity,

transmissivity and storativity range from 6.38 – 285.93 lpm/m of drawdown, 2.02 – 94.84

m2/day and 0.0095 – 0.057 respectively.

Status of Ground Water Development

Ground water development depends on many factors viz., availability, crop water

requirement, socio-economic fabric and on the yield of the aquifers existing in that area.

Ground water in the district is predominantly used for irrigation as it is the major ground

water utilizing sector. The ground water development in the district is mostly through

dugwells. As per MI Census 2006-07, there are 40606 irrigation dug wells, 356 shallow tube

wells and 71 bore wells. Irrigation potential created by dug wells, shallow tube wells and

bore wells are 52.78, 6.91 and 1.35 km2. Total irrigation potential created from ground water

resources is 61.04 km2. There are 288 surface flow schemes, 1104 lift irrigation schemes in

the district which have created irrigation potential of 15.22 and 47.05 sq km respectively

totalling to 62.27 km2.

Stage of ground water development is only 12%, all the talukas are under safe category and

ground water availability for future irrigation is 473.35 ham. Thus, there is ample scope for

ground water development in the district.

(Source: Ground Water Information raigarh district Maharashtra, 2013)

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3.2. Land Use/Land Cover of the Study Area

3.2.1. Methodology

Remote Sensing data is a classic source of information on natural resources for a region and

provides a record of the continuum of resource status because of its repetitive coverage.

Remote Sensing is a powerful and accurate means of collecting data. The study of satellite

imagery gives an excellent opportunity to monitor the quantitative extent of vegetation cover

as well as qualitative changes due to changes in environment. This aspect is very significant

in understanding the dynamics of the earth surface features and phenomenon such as various

ecosystems. The present study has been divided into three steps:

• Creation of input database.

• Analysis.

• Preparation of final output.

Data

Toposheet: Topographical sheet (SOI) scale 1:50,000 No., 47 F/1 and 47 F/5 were studied

for spatial features, ground control points, latitude, longitude and geo-registration of the

satellite imageries.

Satellite image

The Satellite data or Satellite Image downloaded from U.S. Geological Survey web site

USGS Earth Explorer (https://earthexplorer.usgs.gov/) into the system and a land-use map

was prepared. The first step involved was the preparation of standard FCC (using Landsat

ETM 8 band 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8) and done supervised classified LULC Map of the study

area, which was followed by the ground truthing of the image and identification of Ground

Control Points (GCP) for the geo-registration of the images. Satellite imagery of the study

area is presented in Figure 3.4 The Satellite image used for this study details as follow:

LANDSAT_SCENE_ID LC81480472017062LGN00 SPACECRAFT_ID "LANDSAT_8" SENSOR_ID "OLI_TIRS" WRS_PATH 148 WRS_ROW 47 DATE_ACQUIRED 2017-03-03

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https://earthexplorer.usgs.gov/



Figure 3-4: Satellite Image Map of Study Area

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3.2.2. Land-use classifications:

A hybrid Level-2 land use classification has been done using supervised classification

method. The bands 5, 4, 3 were found to be most appropriate. Finally, 7 classes were derived

and the image was classified. The classified land use pattern is given in Table 3.1 and

represented in Figure no. 3.5 & 3.6.

Table 3-1: Land-use Classification – Area

Sr. No. Classes Area in Ha. Area in Sq. Km. Area in %1 Fallow Land 3671.4 36.7 11.02 Agriculture 2245.3 22.5 6.73 Barren Land 2818.2 28.2 8.44 Vegetation 9544.9 95.4 28.65 Builtup Land 4823.3 48.2 14.46 Open Land 9721.0 97.2 29.17 Waterbody 572.3 5.7 1.7

Total Area 33396.5 334.0 100

Figure 3-5: LULC Classification

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Figure 3-6: Map of LULC Classification (10 Km. Radius)

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3.2.3. Land-use Pattern

Built up Land:

It is defined as an area of human habitat developed due to non-agriculture use. The built-up

land in 10 km radius from project site comprises of villages, towns, panchayat and revenue

villages that include buildings, Industries, factories, transport, communications, utilities in

association with water and vegetation. Out of total area, 48.2 sq. Km area comes under

builtup land class. This is 14.4 % of total area,Patlganga MIDC area, Mohapada, area along

with Mumbai Pune expressway and Old Mumbai Pune Highway, part of panvel area,

Shedungarea is within study area.

Vegetation and Agriculture:

The vegetation class use is a function of land productivity and land utilization practices over

a period of time. It is an area within the notified forest boundary bearing an association of

predominantly of trees and other vegetation types capable of producing timber and other

forest produces. These lands are generally occupying the topographically high regions and

along to river. This land use/land cover class (Agriculture Vegetation, forest vegetation area)

in the study area coved 95.4sq. km. area under vegetation, Karnala Bird Sanctuary and

surrounding reserve forest is 3 to 4 km. away from project site, Manikgad fort and

surrounding reserve forest, Irshadgadforest and surrounding forest area comes in study area.

22.5 sq. Km. area under agriculture class. Most of agriculture patches are located along

Patalganga River and Morve Dam command area. This is total 6.7 % out of area.

Water Bodies:

This category comprises areas with surface water, either impounded in the form of ponds,

lakes, Ocean and reservoirs or flowing as streams, rivers, canals etc. These are seen clearly

on the satellite image in blue to dark blue or cyan color depending on the depth of water.

These areas were identified and mapped as water bodies; this unit is spatiallydistributed in

5.7sq. km area.Patalganga River is adjacent to project site flowing east to west. Morve Dam,

Jambhivali Dam, Devloli Dam, Ransai Dam in study area.

Fallow Land, Barren Land and Open Land area:

Open land described as degraded land which can be brought under vegetative cover with

reasonable effort and which is currently under-utilized and land which is deteriorating due to

lack of appropriate water and soil management or on account of natural causes. Wastelands

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can result from inherent/imposed constraints such as, by location, environment, chemical and

physical properties of the soil or financial or management constraints. Within study area most

of area comes under Open Land class which is 97.2 sq. km. (29.1 %) out of area.

Fallow land is a piece of land that is normally used for farming but that is left with no crops

on it for a season in order to let it recover its fertility is an example of land that would be

described as fallow land. Out of total area 36.7 sq. km area found under this class. This is 11

% of total area.28.2 Sq. Km area found under barren land which is located at hill slope area

and Patalganga River bed.

3.2.4. Drainaige map

A drainage system is the pattern formed by the streams, rivers, and lakes in a particular

drainage basin. Drainage basins can be described by the order of streams within them.

Streams that have no tributaries (or streams flowing into it) are termed first order streams.

When the first order streams join together, they become second order steam. Two second

order streams join to form third order stream and so on for forth and further orders.

Here the Drainage layer, which was generated after scanning the thematic manuscripts, was

edited for line the errors. Two different layers were made separately for line drainage.

Drainage order was given to all the drain lines in the layer‘s. Strahler method of ordering was

used for giving order to drainage. The area shows an undulating topography. The drainage of

the area is dendritic type of drainage pattern. Patalganga River, which pass adjacent to the

project site flows towards southwest through the study area. Kirki River which flows towards

Northwest direction through the northern part of study area.

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Figure 3-7 : Drainage pattern of 10 km study area

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3.3. Meteorological Data

The meteorological parameters play a vital role in transport and dispersion of pollutants in the

atmosphere. The collection and analysis of meteorological data, therefore, is an essential

component of environmental impact assessment studies. The long term and short-term impact

assessment could be made through utilization and interpretation of meteorological data

collected over long and short periods.

Since, the meteorological parameters exhibit significant variation in time and space,

meaningful interpretation can only be done through a careful analysis of reliable data

collected very close to the site.

Table 3-2: Meteorological Monitoring at Site

S.N. Parameter Instrument Frequency

1 Wind Speed Automatic Weather Station (Envirotech WM 251)

Continuous Automatic 1 hourly Average 2 Wind Direction

3 Ambient Temperature

4 Max. & Min Temperature

Wet & Dry Bulb Thermometer

Daily at 08:30 and 17:30 IST

5 Relative Humidity Hygrometer Daily at 08:30 and 17:30 IST

6 Rainfall Rain Gauge Daily

The aforesaid meteorological parameters were being observed in the field during monitoring

period. The analysis of the field observations is given in Table 3.3. The wind rose during the

study period is presented in Figure 3.8

Table 3-3: Meteorological Data Recorded at Site

Month

Temperature, °C

Relative Humidity,

% Wind Speed, m/s Rainfall

(mm)

No. of rainy days

Min Max Min Max Min Max Total

March 2018 24 40 33 91 0 3.98 0 0

April 2018 25 38 26 90 0 3.77 10 1

May 2018 27 36 56 91 0 3.93 0 0

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Figure 3-8: Windrose for period of March 2018 to May 2018.

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3.4. Ambient Air Quality

The ambient air quality monitoring was carried out at nine locations within the 10 km radius

around the site of project to know the existing background ambient air quality. The purpose

of the estimation of background pollutant concentration was to assess the impact of the

project on the ambient air quality within the region based on the activities of the project. The

parameters chosen for assessment of air quality were PM10, PM2.5, Sulphur Dioxide (SO2),

Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx), Carbon Monoxide (CO), Ozone (O3), Ammonia (NH3), Lead

(Pb), Arsenic (As), Nickel (Ni), Benzene (C6H6), Volatile Organic Carbons (VOCs) and

Benzo(a)Pyrene (BaP) has been measured through a planned field monitoring

3.4.1. Methodology Adopted for the Study

PM10, PM2.5, Sulphur dioxide (SO2), Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx), Hydrocarbon (Methane

and Non-methane HC) and VOCs were the major pollutants associated with project. The

baseline status of the ambient air quality has been established through field monitoring data

on PM10, PM2.5, Sulphur dioxide (SO2), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), Hydrocarbon (HC)

Methane and Non-methane HC) and VOCs at nine locations within the study area. The

locations for air quality monitoring were scientifically selected based on the following

considerations using climatological data.

Meteorological conditions on synoptic scale;

The methodology for conducting the baseline environmental survey and selection of

sampling locations in line with the guidelines given in the EIA manual of the MoEF&CC;

Representative of regional background air quality for obtaining baseline status; and

Representative of likely impact areas.

3.4.2. Sampling and Analytical Techniques

Respirable Dust Samplers APM-451 of Envirotech instruments were used for monitoring

Respirable fraction (<10 microns) and gaseous pollutants like SO2, NOx, Methane and Non-

methane (HC) and VOCs. Table 3.4 shows the techniques for sampling and analysis for these

parameters.

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Table 3-4: Techniques Used for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

Parameters Technique Technical Protocol

Detectable Limit, ug/m3

PM10 Respirable Dust Sampler (Gravimetric method) CPCB Guidelines 10.0

PM2.5 Respirable Dust Sampler (Gravimetric method) CPCB Guidelines 10.0

Sulphur Dioxide Modified West and Gaeke IS-5182 (Part-II) 5.0

Nitrogen Oxide Jacob & Hochheiser IS-5182 (Part-VI) 5.0

Carbon monoxide FID technique (Gas chromatography) IS-5182(Part-X) --

Hydrocarbon (Methane and Non-Methane)

Gas Chromatograph (FID Detector) Is-5182 (Part-XXI) 0.1 ppb

VOCs Activated Charcoal method (GC FID Detector)

EPA TO-17 1 mg/m3

Ambient air at the monitoring location is sucked through a cyclone. Coarse and non-

respirable dust is separated from the air stream by centrifugal forces acting on the solid

particles and these particles fall through the cyclone's conical hopper and get collected in the

sampling cap placed at the bottom. The fine dust (<10 microns) forming the PM10 passes the

cyclone and is retained on the filter paper. A tapping is provided on the suction side of the

blower to provide suction for sampling air through a set of impingers for containing

absorbing solutions for SO2 and NOx. Samples of gases are drawn at a flow rate of 0.2 liters

per minute.

PM10 has been estimated by gravimetric method. Modified West and Gaeke method (IS-

5182 part-II, 1969) has been adopted for estimation of SO2 and Jacobs-Hochheiser method

(IS-5182 part-VI, 1975) has been adopted for the estimation of NOx. Calibration charts have

been prepared for all gaseous pollutants.

The sampling duration for PM10, PM2.5, SO2 and NOx was twenty-four hourly continuous

samples per day and CO, were sampled for 8–hrs continuous thrice a day. This is to allow a

comparison with the present revised standards mentioned in the latest Gazette notification of

the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) (November 16, 2009).

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Ambient Air Quality Monitoring (AAQM) stations were set up at nine locations with due

consideration to the above-mentioned points. The location of the selected stations with

reference to the plant boundary is given in Tabale-3.5 and shown in Figure-3.9

Table 3-5: Ambient Air Monitoring Locations

Code Locations

Distance

(km)w.r.t

project site

Direction

ANQM-1 Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra ,Waveghar Village 0.02 N

ANQM-2 Near Z.P.School 1.6 NE

ANQM-3 Rees Village 3 E

ANQM-4 Near Gram Panchayat ,Turade Village 1.3 W

ANQM-5 Near Z.P.School ,Jambhivali Village 3.9 S

ANQM-6 Kaire Village 1.4 SE

ANQM-7 Near Z.P.School ,Shirdhon Village 5.75 NW

ANQM-8 Near Z.P.School ,Shedung Village 7 N

AAQM – 9 Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra ,Kasap Village 2.3 SW

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Figure 3-9: Baseline Sampling Monitoring Locations for Air, Soil and Noise

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Representation of Primary Data

Table 3-6: Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results

PM10 (µg/m3)

A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9

Min 56.0 58.0 59.0 61 58 63 61 53 62

Max 79.0 79.0 74.0 76 76 76 71 69 75

Avg 69.0 70.0 66.0 67.0 65.0 69.0 66.0 63.0 67.0

98 Percentile 79.0 78.00 74.0 76.0 73.0 76.0 71.0 69 74

Standard 100

PM2.5 (µg/m3)

A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9

Min 34.0 34.0 30.0 34.0 31.0 28.0 25.0 26.0 25.0

Max 46.0 46.0 43.0 42.0 39.0 36.0 36.0 38.0 32.0

Avg 38.0 39.0 36.0 36.0 35.0 33.0 31.0 29.0 27.0

98 Percentile 46.0 46.0 43.0 41.0 38.0 36.0 36.0 35.0 32.0

Standard 60

SO2 (µg/m3)

A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9

Min 12.0 12.0 12.0 12.0 13.0 12.0 12.0 12.0 12.0

Max 16.0 16.0 16.0 17.0 19.0 16.0 16.0 16.0 16.0

Avg 14.0 13.0 14.0 15.0 16.0 14.0 14.0 14.0 14.0

98 Percentile 16.0 16.0 16.0 17.0 19.0 16.0 16.0 16.0 16.00

Standard 80

NOx (µg/m3)

A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9

Min 21.0 24.0 22.0 22.0 22.0 24.0 21.0 24.0 22.0

Max 25.0 29.0 28.0 26.0 29.0 28.0 26.0 29.0 28.0

Avg 23.0 27 26.0 25.0 26.0 25.0 24.0 26.0 25.0

98 Percentile 25.0 29.0 28.0 26.0 29.0 28.0 26.0 29.0 28.0

Standard 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80

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CO (mg/m3)

Min 1.1 1.2 0.8 0.7 0.9 0.9 0.8 0.7 0.5

Max 1.4 1.6 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.2 1.2 0.9 1.0

Avg 1.3 1.4 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.0 0.8 0.7

98 Percentile 1.4 1.6 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.2 1.2 0.9 1.0

Standard 4 mg/m3

NH3 (µg/m3)

Min 12 11 10 10 BDL 12 BDL BDL BDL

Max 20 16 18 13 BDL 16 BDL BDL BDL

Avg 15 13 13 11 BDL 14 BDL BDL BDL

98 Percentile 19 16 17 13 BDL 16 BDL BDL BDL

Standard 400

O3 (µg/m3)

Min 10 10 11 10 BDL 10 BDL BDL BDL

Max 16 15 16 13 BDL 12 BDL BDL BDL

Avg 13 12 13 12 BDL 11 BDL BDL BDL

98 Percentile 16 15 16 13 BDL 12 BDL BDL BDL

Standard 100

3.4.3. Observations of Primary Data

• The results of the monitored data indicate that the ambient air quality of the region in

general is in conformity with respect to rural/residential norms of the National

Ambient Air Quality Standards of CPCB, with present level of activities.

• PM10: The maximum value for PM10 is observed at project site (A1), as 79µg/m3

with the minimum value observed at Near Z.P.School (A8), as 53.0µg/m3 during the

study period.

• PM2.5: The maximum value for PM2.5 is observed at project site (A1) & Near

Z.P.School (A2), as 46µg/m3 with the minimum value observed Near Z.P.School

,Shirdhon Village (A7) & Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra (A9), as 25 µg/m3 during

the study period.

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• SO2: The maximum value for SO2 is observed at Near Z.P.School ,Jambhivali

Village (A5),as 19 µg/m3 with the minimum value observed at project site (A1) as

12 µg/m3 during the study period.

• NOx: The maximum value for NO2 is observed at Near Z.P.School (A5), Near

Z.P.School ,Shedung Village (A8) as 29 µg/m3 with the minimum value observed at

project site (A1) and Near Z.P.School ,Shirdhon Village (A7) as 25µg/m3 during the

study period.

• CO: The maximum value of Carbon Monoxide is observed at Kaire Village, (A6), as

1.6 µg/m3 with the minimum value observed at Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra (A9)

as 0.5 µg/m3

• NH3: NH3 was found to be in the range of 20 to 16 μg/m3.

• Benzene and BaP Benzene: Benzene and BaP Benzene was found to be Below

detectible limit BDL 1 µg/m3 and BDL 0.5 ng/m3 at all locations.

Conclusion From the above analysis of the data, it infers that the air quality in the study area

is fairly good.

3.5. Noise Quality

Noise in general is sound, which is composed of many frequency components of various

loudness distributed over the audible frequency range. The most common and universally

accepted scale is the A weighted scale which is measured as dB (A). This is more suitable for

audible range of 20 to 20,000 Hz and has been designed to weigh various components of

noise according to the response of a human ear.The environmental assessment of noise from

the industrial activity, construction activity and vehicular traffic can be undertaken by taking

into consideration various factors like potential damage to hearing, physiological responses,

and annoyance and general community responses.

The main objective of monitoring of ambient noise levels was to establish the baseline noise

levels in different zones. i. e. Residential, Industrial, Commercial and Silence zones, in the

surrounding areas and to assess the total noise level in the environment of the study area.

3.5.1. Methodology

Identification of Sampling Locations

A preliminary reconnaissance survey was undertaken to identify the major noise sources in

the area. The sampling location in the area was identified considering location of industry,

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commercial shopping complex activities, residential areas with various traffic activity and

sensitive areas like hospital, court, temple and schools also near the railway track for railway

noise.

The noise monitoring was conducted at eight locations in the study area during monitoring

period. 09 sampling locations were selected for the sampling of noise.

Equivalent sound pressure level (Leq)

The sound from noise source often fluctuates widely during a given period of time. Leq is the

equivalent continuous sound level, which is equivalent to the same sound energy as the actual

fluctuating sound measured in the same time period.

Instrument used for Monitoring

Noise levels were measured using an Integrating sound level meter manufactured by Cygnet

(Model No. 2031). It had an indicating mode of Lp and Leq. Keeping the mode in Lp for few

minutes and setting the corresponding range and the weighting network in “A” weighing set

the sound level meter was run for one hour time and Leq was measured at all locations.

There are different types of fields for measuring the ambient noise level, e categorized as free

field, near field and far field.

3.5.2. Method of Monitoring and Parameters Measured

Noise monitoring was carried out continuously for 24-hours with one hour interval. During

each hour parameters like L10, L50, L90 and Leq were directly computed by the instrument

based on the sound pressure levels. Monitoring was carried out at ‘A’ weighting and in fast

response mode.

The important parameters to be measured are Leq, Lday, and Lnight.

3.5.3. Noise Results

The values of noise level parameters like Leq (day), and Leq (night), were monitored during

study period and are presented in Table 3.7 and shown in Figure- 3.9. The detail report is

attached as Annexure VI.

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Table 3-7: Noise Level Monitoring Stations in the Study Area

Code Locations Distance (km)w.r.t

project site Direction

NQ-1 Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra ,Waveghar Village 0.02 N

NQ-2 Near Z.P.School , 73°10'56.42"E 1.6 NE

NQ-3 Rees Village 7.75 NE

NQ-4 Near Gram Panchayat ,Turade Village 1.3 SW

NQ-5 Near Z.P.School ,Jambhivali Village 3.9 S

NQ-6 Kaire Village 5.35 SW

NQ-7 Near Z.P.School ,Shirdhon Village 5.75 NW

NQ-8 Near Z.P.School ,Shedung Village 7 N

NQ-9 Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra ,Kasap Village 2.3 SW

The noise monitoring has been conducted for determination of noise levels at 9 locations in

the study area which are well within the limits as per ambient noise standards.

Table 3-8: Ambient Noise Monitoring Results

Sr.No. Location Leq(day) Leq(night)

NQ-1 Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra ,Waveghar Village 52.1 44.4

NQ-2 Near Z.P.School , 73°10'56.42"E 52.6 44.2

NQ-3 Rees Village 54.8 44.7

NQ-4 Near Gram Panchayat ,Turade Village 50.1 43.6

NQ-5 Near Z.P.School ,Jambhivali Village 50.3 44.7

NQ-6 Kaire Village 50.2 44.1

NQ-7 Near Z.P.School ,Shirdhon Village 53.5 46.7

NQ-8 Near Z.P.School ,Shedung Village 50.4 42.8

NQ-9 Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra ,Kasap Village 53.4 44.9

Range 50.1 –54.8 42.8 – 46.7

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Noise Standards

Ambient air quality standard in respect of noise have been stipulated by Govt. of India vide

Gazette notification dated. 14.2.2000. Table 3.9 describes ambient noise standards.

Table 3-9: Ambient Noise Standards

Area Code Category of Area Limits in dB(A), Leq

Day time Night time

A Industrial Area 75 70

B Commercial Area 65 55

C Residential Area 55 45

D Silence Zone 50 40

Day Time: 6.00a.m to 10.00p.m., Night Time: 10.00p.m to 6.00a.m.

Silence zone is defined as an area upto 100 meters around such premises as hospitals,

educational institutions and courts. The silence zones are to be declared by the competent

authority; Use of horns, loudspeakers and bursting of crackers shall be banned in these zones.

The noise data compiled on noise levels is given in Table 3.8. Noise level of the study area

varied from 50.1 –54.8 dB (A) in day time and from 42.8 – 46.7dB (A) in the night time

3.6. Water Environment

Selected water quality parameters of ground water and surface water resources within the

study area have been studied for assessing the hydrological environment to evaluate

anticipated impact of the proposed project of storage capacity enhancement. Understanding

the water quality is essential in the preparation of

Environmental Impact Assessment as it also assists in identifying critical issues in a view to

suggest appropriate mitigation measures for implementation to curb the deterioration of

various hydrological sources in the vicinity of the project.

The purpose of this study is to:

• Assess the water quality characteristics for critical parameters;

• Evaluate the impacts on agricultural productivity, habitat conditions, recreational

resources and aesthetics in the vicinity; and

• Predict the likely impacts on water quality due to the project and related activities.

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3.6.1. Methodology of Water Monitoring

Water samples were collected from all the sampling locations and analyzed for relevant

physical, chemical and bacteriological parameters. Collection and analysis of the samples

was carried out as per established standard methods and procedures, prescribed by MPCB,

relevant IS Codes and Standard Methods of Examination of Water. This report presents data

for the Monitoring Period.

Analyses of the parameters like temperature; pH, dissolved oxygen and alkalinity were

carried out at the sampling stations immediately after collection of samples with the help of

Field Analysis Kits. For analysis of other parameters, the samples were preserved and

brought to laboratory. The metallic constituents like arsenic, mercury, lead, cadmium,

chromium, copper, zinc, selenium, iron and manganese were analyzed with Atomic

Absorption Spectroscope.

3.6.2. Selection of Sampling Locations

The assessment of present status of water quality within the study area was conducted by

collecting water from ground water sources and surface water sources during Monitoring

Period. The sampling locations were identified on the basis of their importance. The water

sampling locations are listed below in Table-3.10 and are shown in Figure-3.9.

Table 3-10: Ground Water Quality Sampling Locations

Code Locations Distance (km) w.r.t project site Direction

GW-1 Near Z.P.School ,Waveghar (Borewell) 0.05 N

GW-2 Mohopada (Borewell Water) 1.65 NE

GW-3 Near Gram Panchayat,Chowk (Open Well) 7.75 NE

GW-4 Near Gram Panchayat ,Turade 1.25 SW

GW-5 Jambhivali Village (Open Well) 3.8 S

GW-6 Apta Village (Open Well) 5.3 SW

GW-7 Shirdhon Village (Open Well) 5.7 NW

GW-8 Shedung Village (Open Well) 7 N

GW-9 Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra ,Kasap Village 2.4 SW

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Figure 3-10: Baseline Sampling Monitoring Locations-Ground Water and Surface Water

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Table 3-11: Surface Water Quality Sampling Locations

Code Locations Distance (km)w.r.t project site Direction

SW1 Patalganaga River Near Apta Village 6 SW

SW2 Patalganaga River Near Kasap Village 2.1 SW

SW3 Patalganaga River Near Waveghar Village Near Project Site SE

SW4 Patalganaga River Near Borivali Village 3.2 SE

SW-5 Patalganaga River Near Yaval Village 4 SE

SW-6 Devloli Dam 2.45 NW

SW-7 Jambivali Dam 5.35 S

SW-8 Mohapada Lake 1.65 NE

SW-9 Morbe Dam 8.2 NE

3.6.3. Ground and Surface Water Quality

The analysis data for the monitoring period is presented in Table 3.12 and Table 3.13 The

physico-chemical characteristics of Ground water are confirming to permissible limits of

drinking water standards, prescribed in IS: 10500 (Test Characteristics for Drinking Water) and

suitable for consumption

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Table 3-12: Ground Water Characteristics

Sr. No Test Parameters Unit GW1 GW2 GW3 GW4 GW5 GW6 GW7 GW8 GW9

1 Colour Hazen BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

2 Odor - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

3 Temperature 0C 26.2 27.1 26.5 26.8 26.4 27.1 27.3 27.1 26.2

4 Turbidity NTU 1 3.5 2.9 3.1 1.4 4.4 1.0 8.1 2.5

5 pH - 8.2 7.4 6.6 7.5 7.1 7.5 7.9 7.6 7.6

6 Electrical Conductivity µS/cm 511 603 474 590 215 669 597 942 620

7 Total Dissolved Solids mg/L 332 392 308 380 140 480 388 612 392

8 Ammonical Nitrogen mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

9 Nitrates as NO3- -N mg/L 1.18 1.3 0.9 1 0.6 1.0 1.2 1.2 1.0

10 Nitrite as NO2- -N mg/L 0.006 0.015 BDL 0.009 BDL 0.009 0.014 0.009 0.012

11 Phosphates as PO43- mg/L 0.32 0.35 0.31 0.33 0.32 1.04 0.07 0.34 0.37

12 Potassium as K mg/L 5.1 1.5 2.1 2.1 1.0 2.8 3.4 4.5 2.2

13 Sodium as Na mg/L 82.4 31.2 31.5 36.9 11.2 32.5 48.5 53.2 37.8

14 Calcium as Ca mg/L 22 55 42 55 23 68 48 87 58

15 Magnesium as Mg mg/L 5 33 19 27 10 30 19 49 28

16 Carbonates (CO3-2) mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

17 Bicarbonates as (HCO3-) mg/L 78 252 164 232 103 281 213 394 236

18 Chlorides as Cl- mg/L 110 49 48 56 19 47 67 72 58

19 Sulphates as SO42- mg/L 42 58 48 58 11 62 50 92 59

20 Fluoride as F- mg/L 0.53 0.5 0.3 0.5 0.3 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.5

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Sr. No Test Parameters Unit GW1 GW2 GW3 GW4 GW5 GW6 GW7 GW8 GW9

21 Boron as B mg/L 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.4

22 Iron as Fe mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

23 Zinc as Zn mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

24 Total Coliform Bacteria MPN/100 ml BDL BDL 280 BDL 170 22 34 80 26

25 Fecal coliform MPN/100 ml BDL BDL 17 BDL 17 6 4 13 8

26 E. Coli - Absent Absent Present Absent Present Absent Present Present Present

Table 3-13: Surface Water Characteristics

Sr. No. Test Parameter Unit SW-1 SW-2 SW-3 SW-4 SW-5 SW-6 SW-7 SW-8 SW-9

1 Colour Hazen BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

2 Odor - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

3 Temperature 0C 27.4 26.2 27.5 27.1 26.4 26.9 27.3 27.3 26.9

4 Turbidity NTU 6.4 3.4 7.1 1.7 2.1 3.4 2.2 1.7 2.1

5 pH - 7.2 7.2 7 7.1 7.2 7.8 8.2 7.3 7.8

6 Electrical Conductivity µS/cm 126 111 123 114 105 126 157 511 151

7 Total Dissolved Solids mg/L 82 72 80 70 68 82 102 332 98

8 Ammonical Nitrogen mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

9 Nitrates as NO3- -N mg/L 0.5 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.8 1 0.16 1.2 0.22

10 Nitrite as NO2- -N mg/L 0.005 BDL 0.008 BDL 0.006 0.012 BDL 0.016 BDL

11 Phosphates as PO43- mg/L 0.35 0.1 0.21 0.07 0.07 0.009 0.12 0.11 0.15

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Sr. No. Test Parameter Unit SW-1 SW-2 SW-3 SW-4 SW-5 SW-6 SW-7 SW-8 SW-9

12 Biochemical Oxygen mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

13 Chemical Oxygen Demand

mg/L 20 16 12 16 12 12 20 24 16

14 Dissolved Oxygen mg/L 5.7 5.8 5.9 5.8 1 5.9 6 5.6 6.1

15 Potassium as K mg/L 1 0.9 1 0.6 11 1 1.2 3 1.3

16 Sodium as Na mg/L 11.5 10.2 13 9 11 5 6.1 28 12.1

17 Calcium as Ca mg/L 8 7 9 8 10 14 16 50 15

18 Magnesium as Mg mg/L 5 4 3 4 2 5 6 15 4

19 Carbonates (CO3-2) mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

20 Bicarbonates as (HCO3-) mg/L 37 35 33 35 33 62 68 119 48

21 Chlorides as Cl- mg/L 17 15 19 12 16 8 10 41 18

22 Sulphates as SO42- mg/L 10 7 8 8 5 4 11 88 17

23 Fluoride as F- mg/L 0.4 0.41 0.3 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.3 0.4 0.4

24 Boron as B mg/L 0.3 0.2 0.18 0.2 0.3 0.23 0.45 0.36 0.38


26 Zinc as Zn mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

27 Total Coliform Bacteria MPN/100 ml 21 >1600 >1600 34 34 170 140 500 120

28 Fecal coliform MPN/100 ml 4 6 26 7 4 9 26 9 17

29 E. Coli - Present Present Present Present Present Present Absent Present Absent

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3.6.4. Observations on Surface Water Quality

The analysis results indicate that the pH values in the range of 7 to 8.2, the minimum value was

observed at SW3 and maximum value was observed at SW7

DO was observed to be in the range of 1 to 6.1 mg/l. The TDS was observed in the range of 68 to

332 mg/l, the minimum TDS value was observed at SW5, and where as maximum value was

observed at SW8.

The chlorides and Sulphates were found to be in the range of 8 to 41 mg/l and 4 to 8 mg/l,

respectively.

The calcium & magnesium were found to be in the range of 7 to 50 mg/l and 2 to 15 mg/l,

respectively

3.6.5. Observations on Ground Water Quality

The analysis results indicate that the pH ranges in between 6.6 to 8.2, which is well within the

specified standard of 6.5 to 8.5. The minimum pH of 6.6 was observed at GW3 and the

maximum pH of 8.2 was observed at GW1.

Chlorides were found to be in the range of 19 to 110 mg/l, the minimum concentration of

chlorides (19 mg/l) was observed at GW5, whereas the maximum value of 110 mg/l was

observed at GW1.

Sulphates were found to be in the range of 11 to 92 mg/l. The minimum value observed at GW5

(11 mg/l) whereas the maximum value observed at GW1 (92 mg/l).

The Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) concentrations were found to be ranging in between 140 to

612 mg/l, the minimum TDS observed at GW5 (140 mg/l) and maximum concentration of TDS

observed at GW9 (612 mg/l).

3.7. Soil Quality

Soil is generally differentiated into two horizons of minerals and organic constituents of variable

depth, which differ from the parent material below in morphology, physical properties,

constituents, chemical properties, and composition and biological characteristics.

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The physico- chemical characteristics of soil have been determined at 9 locations during the

monitoring period. The sampling locations have been selected to represent the study area.

3.7.1. Methodology of Soil Testing

The soil samples were collected during monitoring period. The samples collected from the all

locations are homogeneous representative of each location. At random 9 sub locations were

identified at each location and soil was dug from 30 cm below the surface. It was uniformly

mixed before homogenizing the soil samples. The samples were filled in polythene bags, labeled

in the field with number and site name and sent to laboratory for analysis.

3.7.2. Selection of Sampling Locations

The soil sampling locations were identified primarily based on the local distribution of

vegetation and the agricultural practices. The sampling locations were mainly selected from

agricultural field and project site. The sampling locations are given in Table 3.14 and presented

in Figure 3.9.

Table 3-14: Soil Sampling Stations in the Study Area

Code Locations Distance (km)w.r.t project site Direction

S - 1 Waveghar Village 0.03 N

S - 2 Mohpada Village 1.6 NE

S - 3 Rees Village 3 E

S - 4 Near Gram Panchayat ,Turade Village 1.3 SW

S - 5 Jambhivali Village 3.9 S

S - 6 Kaire Village 1.4 SE

S - 7 Shirdhon Village 5.75 NW

S - 8 Near Z.P.School ,Shedung Village 7 S

S-9 Near Prathamik Aarogya Kendra ,Kasap Village 2.3 NW

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3.7.3. Results of Soil Analysis

Physical Properties of Soil

The physical properties of soil determine the aeration of the soil and the ability of water to

infiltrate and to be held in the soil, Color, Bulk density etc.

The soil being of friable consistency, the bulk density& water holding capacity of the soil is in

the of the soil is in the range of 986 to 1237 kg/m3 & 51.4-58.6 respectively.

Chemical Properties of Soil

pH is an important parameter indicating alkaline and acidic nature of soil. It severally affects the

microbial population as well as the solubility of metal ions that regulates nutrient availability.

The pH of the soil in the study area is slightly acidic to slightly alkaline in reaction having pH is

in the range of 6.3-7.4

The soluble salts were determined from soil extract (1:2). The soluble salts are expressed in

terms of electrical conductivity (EC). The (Electrical Conductivity) of the soil extract in the

study area is in the range of 0.151 to 1.002 mS/cm.CEC is in between 19.7 and 26.9meq/100g,

moreover it can be interpreted that soil has low to Moderate productivity Moderate to high

absorption capacity. Most of the important cations and anions present in soluble salts in the soil

are Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, and Potassium. It was observed that the concentration levels

of Calcium and Magnesium were 95to 206 mg/kg and 51 to125 mg/kg respectively. Sodium and

Potassium concentrations were 23 to 96 mg/kg and 8to 141 mg/kg respectively

Nutrient Status of Soil

Organic matter present in the soil influences its physical and chemical properties. It commonly

accounts as one third or more of the cation exchange capacity of surface soil and is also

responsible for stability of soil aggregates. Analysis shows that the concentration of organic

matter is in the range of 0.8 to 2.8 %and totalorganic carbon is in the range of0.4to 1.6%.Soil

samples are poorto fertile in nature based on organic carbon contents.

Available nitrogen,phosphorous and potassium of the soil samples are found to be in the range of

197-322, 13-170 &191 - 437kg/ha respectively classify the soil as poor to fertile.

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Heavy Metal Content in the Soil

The heavy metals occur in the solution as cations and are adsorbed by the negatively charged soil

particle. They are held strongly as complex on the surface of clay, alumino silicates, hydrated

oxide and humus. In general adsorption increases with pH, heavy metals pollution is serious

because it can persist for many decades. The heavy metals also create problems in the nutrient

utilization in plant and also marked reduction in chlorophyll content.

Soil samples were also analyzed for heavy metals such as Chromium (Cr), Zinc (Zn), Lead (Pb),

Nickel (Ni), Cadmium (Cd), Cobalt (Co), Manganese (Mn), Iron (Fe) and Copper (Cu) and their

concentrations are presented in The presence of heavy metals at proper pH enhances the

microbial activity.Insoil. The concentration of heavy metals found in the study area is normal.

The detailed soil results of all the monitoring locations are as shown in Table 3.15. The detail

report is attached as Annexure VII.

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Table 3-15: Chemical Characteristics of Soil in the Study Area

SN Parameter Unit S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9

1 Color* - Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown Brown

2 pH(1:2.5 Soil: Water) - 6.9 6.8 6.3 6.6 6.9 6.4 7 7.4 7

3 Electrical Conductivity (1:2 Soil: Water Extract) ms/cm 0.52 0.694 0.151 0.353 0.378 0.388 0.561 1.002 0.429

4 Bulk Density kg/m3 1007 1032 1053 1039 1133 1145 1173 1188 1087

5 Organic Matter % 1.1 0.9 2.1 0.8 1 2.6 2 2.8 1

6 Total Organic Carbon % 0.7 0.5 1.2 0.4 0.6 1.5 1.1 1.6 0.6

7 Moisture Content % 2.9 3.6 1.4 1.6 2.4 1.6 2 2 3.3

8 Water Holding Capacity % 54.2 51.5 52.5 58.6 54 56.4 52 51.4 56.9

9 Cation Exchange Capacity meq/100g 24.3 26.5 19.7 21.9 22.6 20.7 22.9 26.9 22.9

10 Sodium as Na (Exchangeable) meq/100g 0.5 0.4 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.4 1.3 0.5

11 Potassium as K (Exchangeable) meq/100g 0.2 0.3 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.3 0.7 0.3

12 Calcium as Ca (Exchangeable) meq/100g 16.6 14.5 9.3 6.2 7.3 5.2 9.3 12.5 8.3

13 Magnesium as Mg (Exchangeable) meq/100g 6.2 10.4 9.4 13.5 13.5 13.5 11.4 11.4 13.5

14 Sodium as Na (water Extractable)* mg/kg 27 50 25 40 31 23 39 96 31

15 Potassium as K (water Extractable)* mg/kg 10 8 17 9 13 22 13 141 15

16 Calcium as Ca (water Extractable)* mg/kg 100 100 127 95 127 127 143 206 116

17 Magnesium as Mg (water Extractable)* mg/kg 51 81 115 87 125 106 125 125 81

18 Available Phosphorus as P2O5 kg/ha 28 86 13 170 47 107 105 96 78

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19 Available Potassium as K2O kg/ha 196 306 376 406 340 386 437 191 395

20 Available Nitrogen as N kg/ha 227 266 197 207 242 265 305 322 209

Total Metals

1 Cadmium as Cd mg/kg BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

2 Chromium as Cr mg/kg BDL 437 143 346 345 372 216 192 245

3 Cobalt as Co mg/kg BDL 65 58 50 55 62 47 37 14

4 Copper as Cu mg/kg BDL 133 209 135 172 198 90 117 193

5 Iron as Fe mg/kg BDL 81585 146368 76489 92548 84779 65392 55292 82341

6 Lead as Pb mg/kg BDL BDL 19 14 10 30 17 21 BDL

7 Manganese as Mn mg/kg BDL 1853 1798 1522 1178 1003 1484 1005 1006

8 Nickel as Ni mg/kg 239 214 77 216 124 164 100 165 91

9 Zinc as Zn mg/kg 110 116 118 109 97 113 80 150 182

TCLP Metals

1 Cadmium as Cd mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

2 Total Chromium as Cr mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

3 Cobalt as Co mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

4 Copper as Cu mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL


6 Lead as Pb mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

7 Manganese as Mn mg/L BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL

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Table 3-16: Standard Soil Classification

S. No. Soil Test Classification

1. pH

<4.5 Extremely acidic 4.51- 5.50 Very strongly acidic 5.51-6.0 moderately acidic 6.01-6.50 slightly acidic 6.51-7.30 Neutral 7.31-7.80 slightly alkaline 7.81-8.50 moderately alkaline 8.51-9.0 strongly alkaline 9.01 very strongly alkaline

2

Salinity Electrical Conductivity (mmhos/cm) (1 ppm = 640 mmho/cm)

Upto 1.00 Average 1.01-2.00 harmful to germination 2.01-3.00 harmful to crops (sensitive to salts)

3 Organic Carbon

Upto 0.2: very less 0.21-0.4: less 0.41-0.5 medium, 0.51-0.8: on an average sufficient 0.81-1.00: sufficient >1.0 more than sufficient

4 Nitrogen (Kg/ha)

Upto 50 very less 51-100 less 101-150 good 151-300 Better >300 sufficient

5 Phosphorus (Kg/ha) Up to 15 very less 16-30 less 31-50 medium, 51-65 on an average sufficient 66-80 sufficient >80 more than sufficient

6 Potash (Kg/ha)

0 -120 very less 120-180 less 181-240 medium 241-300 average 301-360 better >360 more than sufficient

Source: Hand Book of Agriculture, Indian Council of Agricultural Research

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3.8. Biological Environment

The present study was undertaken with the following objectives:

• To assess the nature and distribution of vegetation in and around the project site

• To evaluate the distribution of animal life spectra, including avifauna and butterflies,

available in this area

• To ascertain whether the proposed project will have any adverse impact on the

ecology in and around project areas, and suggest mitigation measures, if needed

3.8.1. Study Area

Project site is located at Village Rasayani, Taluka Khalapur, Dist- Raigad, in Maharashtra. As

per guidelines of MoEF for Environmental Impact Assessment study area is restricted up to

10 km periphery from the project site.

3.8.2. Survey Methodology

Primary data have been collected within project site as well as up to 10 Km from project site.

Identified vegetation patterns at different locations through GIS map and physically surveyed

representative sites. Different types of animals, including avifauna, available in this area,

have been recorded. Secondary data, up to 10 Km boundary from the project site have been

collected from literature, forest department, and discussions with local people & NGO

3.8.3. Biodiversity

Terrestrial Ecology

A) Flora: The floristic survey reveals that the project site possesses different varieties of

flora such as:

i) Trees: Delonix regia, Ficus religiosa, Mangifera indica, Pongamia pinnata, Syzygium

cumini, Tectona grandis, Moringa oleifera etc.

ii) Shrubs: Euphorbia thymifolia, Lantana camera, Calatropis procera etc.

iii) Herbs: Cassia tora, Tridax procumbens Parthenium hysterophorus etc.

iv) Grasses: Andropogon muricatus, Cynodon dactylon, Corchorus olitorius, Fimbristylis

cymosa etc.

B) Fauna: The fauna observed in project site are as follows;

i) Mammals: Bubalus bubalis, Canis lupus familiaris and Capra hircus aegagrus

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ii) Avifauna: Columba livia, Corvus splendens, Acridotheres tristis, Copsychus saulari,

Merops orientalis and Pycronotus cafer

iii) Butterflies: Papilio polymnestor, Eurema hecabe, Euploea core and Junonia atlites

iv) Dragonflies: Tramea basilaris and Ischnura aurora

C) Wetland Ecology: There is no water body within the site.

3.8.4. Area between Project Site and 10 km Surroundings

Based on field survey primary data were generated by preparing a general checklist of the

plants encountered in this area. The study showed overall 65 species from 60 genera and 37

families. The floristic survey reveals that the study area is having dominance of trees viz.

Mangifera indica, Syzygium cumini, Pongamia pinnata, Michelia champaca etc. and certain

shrubs viz, Calatropis procera, Euphorbia thymifolia, Lantana camera, Ricinus communis

besides herbs like Ageratum conyzoides, Catharanthus roseus, Parthenium hysterophorus,

Tridax procumbens etc.

Project Site

Vegetation in Study area

Figure 3-11: Site Photographs (View of Project Site)

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Table 3-17: Presence of vegetation up to10 km surroundings of the project site

Sr. No. Botanical name Common name Family Status IUCN Status

Trees

1 Albizia lebbeck Siris Fabaceae Common Not assessed

2 Alstonia scholaris Saptaparni Apocynaceae Common Least concern

3 *Azadirachta indica Neem Meliaceae Frequent Not assessed

4 Artocarpus heterophyllus Jackfruit Moraceae Frequent Not assessed

5 Araucaria columnaris Christmas tree Araucariaceae Frequent Least concern

6 Acacia auriculiformis Earleaf acacia Mimosaceae Frequent Least concern

7 Bauhinia variegata Kanchan Caesalpiniaceae Frequent Least concern

8 *Bombax ceiba Silk cotton tree Bombacaceae Frequent Not assessed

9 Ceiba pentandra Kapok Malvaceae Frequent Not assessed

10 *Butea monosperma Palas Fabaceae Common Not assessed

11 *Delonix regia Gulmohar Fabaceae Common Least concern

12 Erythrina variegata Pangara Fabaceae Frequent Least concern

13 *Ficus religiosa Pimpal Moraceae Common Not assessed

14 Ficus benghalensis Vad, Banyan Moraceae Frequent Not assessed

15 Ficus elastic Rubber fig Moraceae Frequent Not assessed

16 Leucaena leucocephala Subabul Fabaceae Frequent Not assessed

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17 Lagerstroemia speciosa Taman Lythraceae Frequent Not assessed

18 *Mangifera indica Mango Anacardiaceae Common Not assessed

19 Moringa oleifera Drumstick tree Moringaceae Common Not assessed

20 *Madhuca longifolia Moha Sapotaceae Common Least concern

21 Muntingia calabura Jamaica cherry Muntingiaceae Frequent Not assessed

22 Peltophorum pterocarpum Copperpod Caesalpiniaceae Frequent Not assessed

23 Pithecellobium dulce Manila tamrind Fabaceae Frequent Not assessed

24 *Pongamia pinnata Karanj Fabaceae Common Least concern

25 Polyalthia longifolia False ashok Annonaceae Common Not assessed

26 Plumeria obtua White frangipani Apocynaceae Frequent Not assessed

27 Plumeria rubra Red frangipani Apocynaceae Frequent Not assessed

28 Syzygium cumini Jambul Myrtaceae Common Not assessed

29 *Terminalia catappa Badam Combretaceae Common Not assessed

30 *Tamarindus indica Tamarind, Imli Fabaceae Frequent Not assessed

31 *Tectona grandis Sag Lamiaceae Common Not assessed

32 Thespesia populnea Indian tulip tree Malvaceae Frequent Not assessed

33 Ziziphus mauritiana Ber Rhamnaceae Frequent Not assessed

Shrubs

1 *Acacia torta Chilar Mimosaceae Common Not evaluated

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2 *Calotropis procera Rui Asclepiadaceae Common

3 Clerodendrum inerme Sangam Verbenaceae Frequent Not assessed

4 Crotalaria retusa Gagra Fabaceae Frequent Not assessed

5 Catharanthus roseus Sadaphuli Apocynaceae Frequent Not assessed

6 *Euphorbia thymifolia Milk weed Euphorbiaceae Common Not evaluated

7 Hibiscus rosa-sinensis China rose Malvaceae Frequent Not assessed

8 Hyptis suaveolens Vantulsi Lamiaceae Common Not evaluated

9 *Lantana camara Wild sage Verbenaceae Common Not assessed

10 *Ricinus communis Erand Euphorbiaceae Common Not assessed

11 *Parthenium hysterophorus Congress Grass Asteraceae Common Not assessed

12 Vitex negundo Nilanirgundi Verbenaceae Frequent Not assessed

Herb

1 Argemone mexicana Dhotra Papaveraceae Common Not assessed

2 Ageratum conyzoides Billygoat weed Asteraceae Common Not evaluated

3 Abutilon indicum Petari Malvaceae Frequent Not assessed

4 *Alternanthera sessilis Chubukata Amaranthaceae Common Least concern

5 Achyranthes aspera Chirchita Amaranthaceae Common Not assessed

6 *Cassia tora Chakvad Fabaceae Common Not assessed

7 *Tridax procumbens Ekdandi Asteraceae Common Not evaluated

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Grass

1 Corchorus olitorius Banpat Tiliaceae Common Not assessed

2 *Andropogon muricatus Khas-khas Poaceae Common Not assessed

3 *Cynodon dactylon Dhurva Poaceae Common Not assessed

4 Cyperus compactus Mandarin Cyperaceae Frequent Least concern

5 Eleocharis dulcis Water chestnut Cyperaceae Frequent Not assessed

6 *Fimbristylis cymosa Button sedge Cyperaceae Common Least concern

7 Phragmites australis Common reed Poaceae Common Least concern

Climber

1 Ipomea digitata Vidari Convolvulaceae Frequent Not assessed

2 *Cuscuta reflexa Amarvel Cuscutaceae Frequently Not evaluated

3 *Ipomoea cairica Garvel Convolvulaceae Common Not evaluated

4 *Tinospora cordifolia Gulvel Menispermaceae Frequently Not evaluated

5 Ipomea digitata Vidari Convolvulaceae Frequent Not assessed

6 *Cuscuta reflexa Amarvel Cuscutaceae Frequently Not evaluated

Note: Source: Primary data generation by Ultra-Tech team

* Only observed in Project site

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Fauna

Methodology

Field observations of fauna were carried out. The commonly available mammals, amphibians,

reptiles, butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies within 10km surroundings were enumerated.

The method followed for avifauna survey has been outlined in respective section.

Observation

Vertebrates

The domestic animals in the study area mostly comprise of dog, cat and buffalo. The survey

revealed that 9 species of mammals were recorded in and around the study area while no wild

mammal was observed in this area. Availability of fauna in the vicinity of the sites is

presented in Table 3.18. None of these animals are endangered (Schedule I) as per Wildlife

(Protection) Act 1972.

Reptiles

Two species of reptiles, Calotes versicolor and Psammophilus blanfordanus were observed.

Avifauna

Birds were studied by direct observation with the help of ‘‘Olympus 10 x 50 DPS I’’

binocular and were identified by adopting available literature (Grimmett et al. 1998). During

the survey, 21 species of birds were noticed. The dominant birds were little green bee eater,

Indian myna, purple sunbird, house crow, etc. It has been observed that the majority of birds

were insectivorous in habit preferring insects, worms and arachnids. None of these birds are

endangered (Schedule I) as per Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972.

Invertebrates

Butterflies

Study area comprises of 13 species of butterflies, dominated by Euploea core, Papilio

demoleus, Catopsilia Pomona, Eurema hecabe and Danaus chrysippus. Butterfly diversity

and community composition are dependent on plants, as their caterpillars are highly specific

to host plants on which they feed and metamorphose into the adults. Fairly good butterfly

diversity in this area is conspicuous due to presence of wide varieties of flowering trees.

Therefore, richness of host plant diversity contributes to butterfly diversity. None of these is

endangered (Schedule I) as per Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972.

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Dragonflies

Four species of dragonflies and damselflies were recorded. Species like Tramea basilaris and

Ictinogomphus rapax & damselflies like Ischnura aurora & Ischnura senegalensis were

commonly seen throughout the project area.

Table 3-18: Fauna recorded in the study area

Sr. No. Common Name Scientific Name WPA Schedule Mammals

1. *Common dog Canis lupus familiaris Not enlisted

2. Common cat Felis silvestris catus Not enlisted

3. *Squirrel Funambulus palmarum Sch-IV

4. *Domestic buffalo Bubalus bubalis Not enlisted

5. Cow Bos taurus Not enlisted

6. *Goat Capra hircus aegagrus Not enlisted

7 Monkey Macaca radiata Sch – II

8 Rat Rattus rattus Sch-V

9 Indian grey mongoose Herpestes edwardsii Sch – II

Reptiles

1. *Common garden lizard Calotes versicolor Not enlisted

2. Rock lizard Psmmophilus blanfordanus Not enlisted

Avifauna

1 *Black kite Milvus migrans Not enlisted

2 *Blue rock pigeon Columba livia Sch – IV

3 Cattle egret Bubulcus ibis Sch – IV

4 Common swallow Hirunds rustica Sch – IV

5 Crow pheasant Centropus sinensis Sch – IV

6 *House crow Corvus splendens Sch – V

7 House sparrow Passer domesticus Sch – IV

8 House swift Apus affinus Sch – IV

9 *Indian black drongo Dicrurus adsimilis Sch – IV

10 *Indian myna Acridotheres tristis Sch – IV

11 *Koel Eudynamys scolopacea Sch – IV

12 Little swift Apus affinis Sch – IV

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Source: Primary data generation by Ultratech team

*Observed also on site (Project site)

13 *Magpie robin Copsychus saularis Sch – IV

14 Purple sunbird Nactarinia asiatica Sch – IV

15 Red wattled lapwing Vanellus indicus Sch – IV

16 Roseringed parakeet Paittacula krameri Sch – IV

17 Redvented bulbul Pycronotus cafer Sch – IV

18 Small blue kingfisher Alcedo atthis Sch – IV

19 *Small green bee eater Merops orientalis Sch – IV

20 Jungle babbler Turdoides striata Sch – IV

21 Common babbler Turdoides caudatus Sch – IV

Butterflies

1 *Blue mormon Papilio polymnestor Not enlisted

2 Blue pansy Junonia orithya Not enlisted

3 Common sailor Neptis hylas Not enlisted

4 Common evening brown Melanitis leda Not enlisted

5 *Common grass yellow Eurema hecabe Not enlisted

6 *Common Indian crow Euploea core Sch – IV

7 Common leopard Phalanta phalantha Not enlisted

8 Common mormon Papilio polytes Not enlisted

9 *Gray pansy Junonia atlites Not enlisted

10 Lime butterfly Papilio demoleus Not enlisted

11 Plain tiger Danaus chrysippus Not enlisted

12 Common wanderer Pareronia valeria Not enlisted

13 Common emigrant Catopsilia Pomona Not enlisted

Dragonflies

1 *Red marsh trotter Tramea basilaris Not enlisted

2 *Common clubtail Ictinogomphus rapax Not enlisted

Damselflies

1 *Golden dartlet Ischnura aurora Not enlisted

2 Senegal golden dartlet Ischnura senegalensis Not enlisted

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Aquatic Ecology

Primary Data

The surroundings of the project site are primarily covered by scrub land with a few trees.

Patalganga River (Abbuting), Morbe dam (8.10 km) and a Nadhal dam (6.30 km) and are

recorded as surface water bodies within 10 km surroundings of project site. Samples from

these water bodies were collected for phytoplankton and zooplankton analyses.

Sampling

To enumerate phytoplankton, unfiltered surface waters were collected from the water bodies.

Phytoplankton samples were immediately fixed in Lugol’s iodine solution so as to prevent

adverse effects of light and temperature which might cause rapid decay of organisms.

Subsequently microscopic analysis was undertaken in laboratory (APHA 2005). For

zooplankton, about 40 liter water was filtered through plankton net having mesh size of 75µ

to represent all the available groups. The samples were fixed immediately with 5 % buffered

formalin and subsequently analysed under microscope in the laboratory with the help of

Sedgwick rafter cell.

Phytoplankton

Phytoplankton counts, recorded at different sampling stations, are presented in Table 3.19

Total algal population varied between 146 and 2235 algal cells ml-1. Altogether 20 genera of

phytoplankton were recorded. Amongst 6 groups, Cyanophyceae dominated in Patalganga

River, while Chlorophyceae outnumbered other groups in Morbe and Nadhal dams.

Table 3-19: Enumeration of Phytoplankton at different locations

Phytoplankton

SWI Sample No.

Name of sampling locations

Phytoplankton

(No/ml)

Percent composition of algal groups Pyro-

phyceae Chryso-phyceae Cyano-

phyceae Chlro-

phyceae Bacillario-

phyceae Eugleno-phyceae

1 Patalganga

river 2235 40 21 35 4 - - 1.1

3 Morbe dam

146 18 30 25 - 15 12 2.6

4 Nadhal

dam 158 25 28 21 - 14 12 2.6

Ranges of Shannon Wiener Diversity Index

<1: Indicate poor productive water, 1-3 Indicate medium productive water, >3 Indicate good productive water

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Table 3-20: Phytoplankton Genera Observed at Different Locations

SN Genera Patalganga river Morbe dam Nadhal dam A Cyanophyceae 1 Anabaena sp. + + + 2 Pediastrum sp - + + 3 Aphanocapsa sp. - - - 4 Spirulina sp + + - 5 Microcystissp + + + 6 Oscillatoria sp + + + B Chlorophyceae 1 Ankistrodesmus sp. - + - 2 Chlamydomonas sp. + + + 3 Pediastrum sp. - - + 4 Ulothrix sp. - + - 5 Cosmarium sp. + + + 6 Chlorellasp + + - C Bacillariophyceae 1 Navicula sp. + + + 2 Gyrosigma sp. - + + 3 Nitzschia sp. + + + 4 Cytotella sp + + + 5 Synedra sp + + - D Euglenophyceae 1 Euglena sp + + - E Pyrophyceae 1 Ceratium sp. - + + F Chryso-phyceae 1 Chrysococcus sp. - + +

Zooplankton

Zooplankton counts, recorded at different sampling stations, are presented in Table 3.21.

Density of zooplankton varied between 58 and 3432 N/m3. Only 16 genera from four

different groups (Table 3.22) were recorded. Rotifera followed by Cladocera dominated in

surface waters, while Copepoda was sub dominant in dams.

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Table 3-21: Enumeration of Zoplankton at different locations

Zooplankton

SWI Sample No.

Sampling locations

Zooplankton (No/m3)

Percent composition of zooplankton in groups

Rotifera Cladocera Copepoda Protozoa

1 Patalganga river 3432 63 32 3 2 1

2 Morbe dam 75 55 25 20 - 2.8

3 Nadhal dam 58 44 32 24 - 2.6

Ranges of Shannon Wiener Diversity Index

<1: Indicate poor productive water, 1-3 Indicate medium productive water, >3 Indicate good productive water

Table 3-22: Recorded Zoolplankton genera in sampling locations

Sr. No. Genera Patalganga river Morbe dam Nadhal dam

A Cladocera

1 Alonella sp. - - +

2 Daphnia sp. - - -

3 Leydigia sp. + + -

4 Bosminopsis sp. + + +

5 Moina micrura + + +

B Rotifera

1 Brachionus sp - - +

2 Cephalodella sp. + - -

3 Keratella sp. - + -

4 Polyarthra sp. + + +

5 Lecane luna + + +

C Copepoda

1 Cyclops sp. - + -

2 Diaptomus sp. - - +

3 Mesocyclops leukarti + + +

4 Copepod nauplius + + +

D Protozoa

1 Paramoecium sp. + - -

2 Vorticella + - -

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Aquatic Fauna

The Patalganga River is adjacent to the project site the project site. The common fish species

available in the river are given in Table 3.23

Table 3-23: Common fish species recorded in Patalganga River

S.No. Common name Scientific name

1 Catla Catla catla

2 Rohu Labeo rohita

3 Maral Channa punctata

4 Dokh Channa gachua

5 Mangur Clarias batrachus

6 Dandvan Garra mulllya

7 Malya Oreochromis mosambicus

8 Darai Puntius sarana

9 Khavli Puntius sophore

10 Dara Rasbora daniconius

11 Chikli Indoreonectes evezardi

12 Chikani Lepidocephalichthys thermalis

(Source: EIA Report for Proposed Expansion of Organic Chemical Manufacturing Plant, Village Kumbhivali,

District Raigad, Maharashtra.)

As per Records of Divisional Forest Office, Alibag, Karnala Bird Sanctuary within the 2.5km

periphery of the project site were evaluated. The data pertaining to flora and fauna of the

region have been generated based on discussions with concerned forest department officials,

local people, published literature, NGOs etc. and supported by physical verifications,

wherever feasible. The collated data have been delineated hereunder

Forest

According to Champion and Seth (1967), forest type of study area is classified as mixed

deciduous forest. As per discussions and records of Range Forest Offices, Alibag, and

supported by land use map, the study area is having patches of reserved forests in various

blocks at different directions from the project site.

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3.9. Socio-Economic Environment

3.9.1. Objective

Socio-economic has been recognized as, a component of environment. It focuses primarily

on the social and economic effects that are likely to occur as a result of the construction,

operation of the proposed development. It includes various factors, viz. demographic

structure, availability of basic amenities such as housing, education, health and medical

services, occupation, water supply, sanitation, communication and power supply, prevailing

diseases in the region as well as features such as places of tourist attraction and monuments

of archaeological importance. The study of these parameters helps in identifying predicting

and evaluating the likely impacts due to project activity in the surrounding region. Any

developmental activity exerts direct, indirect, positive and negative impacts on the socio-

economic environment of the region.The objective of the study mostly based on the TOR

(terms of reference)

General objectives of Social Impact Assessment (SIA) study as follows:-

• To identify and assess potential social impacts of the project.

• To identify all potential significant adverse social impacts of the Project and

recommend measures for mitigation

• To verify compliance with the environmental regulations and industry’s standards

• To recommend cost effective measures to be implemented to mitigate the expected

impact.

• Prepare socio economic report to contribute in EIA reports

• To provide guidelines to stakeholders participating in the mitigation of adverse social

impacts of the project.

• Management and detailing findings and suggest recommendations

• Community consultation at planning and execution stage

The study area for socio economic assessment defined as an area within 500 m. radius for

primary and 10 km around the proposed project site as per the statutory requirement of the

Ministry of Environment & Forest. Designation of impact zone is based on the EIA guidance

manual. Primary data and secondary data is use for socio economic study.

3.9.2. Data Collection

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Data collection is a term used to describe a process of preparing and collecting

data.Systematic gathering of data for a particular project from various sources, that has been

systematically observed, recorded, organized.Data are the basic inputs to any decision

making process in project.

Primary Data Collection

Primary data means original data that has been collected specially for the purpose. The data

collected from the field under the control and supervision of an investigator.This type of data

is generally afresh and collected for the first time.It is useful for current studies as well as for

future studies. While collecting primary data collectionin study area following methods are

uses.

• Observation Method

• Focus group discussion (FGD)

• Surveys and questionnaires

• Secondary Data Collection

Secondary data is ‘Data gathered and recorded by someone else prior to and for a purpose

other than the current project.’ Secondary data are collected from different offices like

Census offices (India Census 2011), Statistical department, Health offices, Land and Revenue

department, ZillaParishad and Non-Governmental organizations.

Concept & Definitions

Study Area: The study area, also known as impact area has been defined as the sum total of

core area and buffer area with a distance of 10 Kilometres from the periphery of the core

area. The study area includes all the land marks both natural and manmade, falling therein.

QoL: The Quality of Life (QoL) refers to degree to which a person enjoys the important

possibilities of his/her life. The ‘Possibilities’ result from the opportunities and limitations,

each person has in his/her life and reflect the interaction of personal and environmental

factors. Enjoyment has two components: the experience of satisfaction and the possession or

achievement of some characteristic.

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

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household. Each such person is treated as a separate household. There may be one-member

households, two member households or multi-member households.

Sex Ratio: Sex ratio is the ratio of females to males in a given population. It is expressed as

'number of females per 1000 males'.

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.

Literacy Rate: Literacy rate of population is defined as the percentage of literates to the total

population aged 7 years and above.

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 years) and below retirement (around 65 years) 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 people, people in prisons, permanently disabled

persons and discouraged workers.

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, full time, or unpaid work in a farm, family

enterprise or in any other economic activity.

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. Those workers who had worked for the major part of the reference period (i.e. 6

months or more in the case of a year) are termed as Main 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

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

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study the work participation rate is defined as the percentage of total workers (main and

marginal) to total population.

3.9.3. Demography of Study Area

There are 105 villages in study area. The detailed information on these villages is presented

in the given various tables and graphs.

Table 3-24: List of villages in study area

S.N Village S.N Village S.N Village S.N Village 1 Kanthavali 27 KasalKhand 53 Barapada 79 Washivali 2 Chirner 28 Khanavale 54 KasarBhat 80 Vanivali 3 Wajapur 29 Poyanje 55 Dolghar 81 JambhivaliTarfBoreti 4 Loniwadi 30 Mohope 56 Sarsai 82 KandroliTarfWankhal 5 Chikhale 31 Bhokarpada 57 Kaliwali 83 Vavandal 6 Bherle 32 Barwai 58 Chawane 84 Bhilvale 7 Sangade 33 Bhatan 59 Jambhivali 85 Vinegaon 8 Belavali 34 Somtane 60 Savane 86 Dharni 9 Wardoli 35 Giravale 61 Kalundre (CT) 87 Lohop 10 Bhingar 36 Shirdhon 62 Matheran 88 Wadgaon 11 Shedung 37 Sangurli 63 Talegaon 89 Talavali 12 Bhingarwadi 38 Chinchavan 64 Panshil 90 Isambe 13 Dapoli 39 Narpoli 65 Lodhivali 91 AmbivaliT.Wankhal 14 Patnoli 40 Dahivali 66 ChoukManivali 92 Majgaon 15 Nanoshi 41 Jatade 67 Pali Bk. 93 Nigdoli 16 Chirvat 42 Savale 68 Morbe 94 Mandap 17 Turmale 43 DevloliBk 69 Tupgaon 95 Ajivali (N.V.) 18 Vadavali 44 Dapiwali 70 PaliKh. 96 Ransai 19 Kudave 45 Akulwadi 71 Sarang 97 Mohpada Alias Wasambe 20 Palaspe 46 Gulsunde 72 Tembhari 98 Kharpada 21 Kolkhe 47 KaradeKh. 73 Vayal 99 Dushmi 22 Kon 48 KaradeBk 74 Kambe 100 Kharoshi 23 Derawali 49 Kasap 75 Chambharli 101 Niphad 24 Ariwali 50 Ladiwali 76 Kaire 102 Jawali 25 Ashte 51 Kalhe 77 Borivali 103 Karodi 26 MohiliKhalsa 52 MohiliInam 78 Ghote 104 Vaveghar 105 Parade

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Figure 3-12: Villages within 10 Km. Radius Area from Project Site.

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Table 3-25: Demography of study area

Sr.

No. Name

Househ

olds

Total

Population SC Population ST Population

Literate

Population

Illiterate

Population

Working

Population

Non-Working

Population

Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female

1 Kanthavali 69 153 143 16 14 2 1 128 98 25 45 81 15 72 128

2 Chirner 1344 2990 2883 38 38 434 402 2261 1881 729 1002 1600 732 1390 2151

3 Wajapur 99 203 216 0 0 129 135 111 77 92 139 105 8 98 208

4 Loniwadi 171 427 429 13 12 40 49 339 259 88 170 291 255 136 174

5 Chikhale 443 998 901 3 1 19 17 809 652 189 249 540 126 458 775

6 Bherle 172 354 382 0 0 350 381 209 156 145 226 214 117 140 265

7 Sangade 185 431 440 14 10 0 0 332 273 99 167 251 52 180 388

8 Belavali 367 816 844 2 1 8 11 636 584 180 260 477 209 339 635

9 Wardoli 243 584 577 8 7 205 186 423 322 161 255 353 115 231 462

10 Bhingar 354 810 753 3 2 5 5 631 471 179 282 554 244 256 509

11 Shedung 97 236 216 0 0 0 0 201 159 35 57 121 24 115 192

12 Bhingarwadi 169 429 403 5 3 7 13 367 294 62 109 209 35 220 368

13 Dapoli 588 1407 1255 143 107 8 7 1087 880 320 375 724 179 683 1076

14 Patnoli 91 223 230 0 1 34 31 146 130 77 100 138 27 85 203

15 Nanoshi 130 316 303 2 4 270 253 152 114 164 189 153 35 163 268

16 Chirvat 63 154 124 0 0 0 0 124 76 30 48 107 8 47 116

17 Turmale 256 602 646 34 51 24 29 468 391 134 255 363 63 239 583

18 Vadavali 39 112 95 2 1 0 0 80 59 32 36 60 23 52 72

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Sr.

No. Name

Househ

olds

Total


Literate

Population

Illiterate

Population

Working

Population

Non-Working

Population


19 Kudave 284 658 634 14 13 9 12 525 382 133 252 375 116 283 518

20 Palaspe 1267 2644 2442 224 199 114 88 2166 1798 478 644 1551 407 1093 2035

21 Kolkhe 1113 2521 2136 104 101 41 58 2019 1556 502 580 1451 204 1070 1932

22 Kon 503 1182 1005 22 22 32 29 901 684 281 321 665 313 517 692

23 Derawali 256 643 562 11 7 7 5 479 370 164 192 339 93 304 469

24 Ariwali 183 426 341 1 1 2 1 369 293 57 48 243 20 183 321

25 Ashte 78 185 161 12 9 0 0 168 142 17 19 99 7 86 154

26 KasalKhand 249 589 577 29 31 60 52 479 386 110 191 363 154 226 423

27 Khanavale 203 478 434 4 4 160 156 360 251 118 183 239 82 239 352

28 Poyanje 475 1110 1121 53 47 177 198 855 728 255 393 622 293 488 828

29 Mohope 80 182 204 0 0 0 0 153 146 29 58 111 30 71 174

30 Bhokarpada 147 397 369 6 8 0 0 354 282 43 87 233 13 164 356

31 Barwai 282 681 625 87 87 150 152 477 369 204 256 419 94 262 531

32 Bhatan 287 761 691 9 14 5 6 618 503 143 188 413 278 348 413

33 Somtane 246 775 495 66 60 7 1 550 353 225 142 546 103 229 392

34 Giravale 161 381 359 0 0 32 30 302 230 79 129 213 103 168 256

35 Shirdhon 929 2046 1909 27 30 98 94 1634 1281 412 628 1177 353 869 1556

36 Sangurli 182 413 398 0 0 127 119 295 258 118 140 242 170 171 228

37 Chinchavan 306 661 632 7 7 162 175 455 320 206 312 382 48 279 584

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Sr.

No. Name

Househ

olds

Total


Literate

Population

Illiterate

Population

Working

Population

Non-Working

Population


38 Narpoli 181 431 396 0 0 0 0 349 269 82 127 228 12 203 384

39 Dahivali 97 225 215 0 0 1 2 181 129 44 86 128 20 97 195

40 Jatade 139 346 299 0 0 0 0 290 209 56 90 176 17 170 282

41 Savale 349 803 773 106 76 7 4 665 548 138 225 446 69 357 704

42 DevloliBk 165 370 370 0 0 31 20 310 257 60 113 225 71 145 299

43 Dapiwali 230 478 465 1 4 0 0 415 322 63 143 293 68 185 397

44 Akulwadi 161 383 364 3 1 91 85 290 200 93 164 238 120 145 244

45 Gulsunde 374 839 749 92 93 116 121 683 502 156 247 472 110 367 639

46 KaradeKh. 256 598 525 106 114 76 69 472 298 126 227 373 45 225 480

47 KaradeBk 157 350 331 6 7 3 1 286 246 64 85 205 71 145 260

48 Kasap 127 308 289 4 2 3 3 253 189 55 100 183 24 125 265

49 Ladiwali 305 650 582 30 20 121 105 507 417 143 165 374 51 276 531

50 Kalhe 255 507 494 12 8 238 242 361 312 146 182 296 168 211 326

51 Barapada 460 1093 1136 24 26 114 125 849 884 244 252 555 177 538 959

52 KasarBhat 187 453 409 0 0 0 0 359 291 94 118 261 20 192 389

53 Dolghar 251 591 567 0 0 530 516 459 350 132 217 310 27 281 540

54 Sarsai 210 480 492 0 1 403 418 206 136 274 356 263 244 217 248

55 Kaliwali 64 131 125 0 0 47 54 96 75 35 50 78 40 53 85

56 Chawane 163 349 344 0 0 94 97 234 182 115 162 170 65 179 279

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Sr.

No. Name

Househ

olds

Total


Literate

Population

Illiterate

Population

Working

Population

Non-Working

Population


57 Jambhivali 274 680 599 0 0 155 137 497 360 183 239 419 224 261 375

58 Savane 202 496 484 0 0 351 349 263 175 233 309 260 200 236 284

59 Kalundre (CT) 1672 3515 3111 200 172 114 104 2798 2276 717 835 2027 392 1488 2719

60 Matheran 977 2248 2145 304 319 109 74 1862 1663 386 482 1318 329 930 1816

61 Talegaon 234 521 482 20 17 55 49 413 303 108 179 311 124 210 358

62 Panshil 79 209 185 0 0 1 0 179 135 30 50 127 13 82 172

63 Lodhivali 514 1040 965 21 20 137 125 853 753 187 212 559 147 481 818

64 Chouk

Manivali 735 1716 1593 33 32 478 443 1186 972 530 621 995 231 721 1362

65 Pali Bk. 99 211 181 6 5 72 71 128 88 83 93 131 62 80 119

66 Morbe 69 183 161 3 4 0 0 125 95 58 66 84 19 99 142

67 Tupgaon 398 909 938 97 93 13 10 756 663 153 275 501 74 408 864

68 PaliKh. 64 157 160 4 2 24 23 110 101 47 59 95 52 62 108

69 Sarang 128 312 334 67 75 69 75 222 188 90 146 205 208 107 126

70 Tembhari 251 592 544 21 16 211 217 367 267 225 277 357 146 235 398

71 Vayal 159 296 459 48 43 0 0 228 236 68 223 151 124 145 335

72 Kambe 157 392 353 2 2 1 1 326 255 66 98 205 91 187 262

73 Chambharli 615 1369 1190 41 32 23 20 1103 834 266 356 781 121 588 1069

74 Kaire 255 594 489 19 25 79 70 442 299 152 190 336 102 258 387

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Sr.

No. Name

Househ

olds

Total


Literate

Population

Illiterate

Population

Working

Population

Non-Working

Population


75 Borivali 171 409 264 13 15 18 18 285 147 124 117 259 29 150 235

76 Washivali 452 1062 959 20 14 292 292 803 617 259 342 597 217 465 742

77 Vanivali 115 289 233 0 0 7 4 236 161 53 72 179 30 110 203

78 JambhivaliTarf

Boreti 138 386 362 0 0 0 0 298 240 88 122 259 122 127 240

79 KandroliTarf

Wankhal 153 395 362 0 0 275 270 199 144 196 218 193 27 202 335

80 Vavandal 243 542 565 0 0 136 119 373 327 169 238 305 101 237 464

81 Bhilvale 189 443 435 22 23 253 261 260 191 183 244 261 59 182 376

82 Vinegaon 140 349 358 8 10 260 265 199 159 150 199 197 41 152 317

83 Dharni 112 285 272 0 0 100 103 165 128 120 144 155 19 130 253

84 Lohop 102 327 166 7 0 39 26 265 100 62 66 228 82 99 84

85 Wadgaon 320 802 749 3 3 163 152 600 462 202 287 455 163 347 586

86 Talavali 190 434 426 2 1 163 172 279 208 155 218 271 138 163 288

87 Isambe 93 234 229 0 0 106 98 155 133 79 96 147 124 87 105

88 AmbivaliT.Wa

nkhal 142 345 314 2 4 4 6 274 214 71 100 220 26 125 288

89 Majgaon 144 388 358 51 46 46 48 298 222 90 136 226 25 162 333

90 Nigdoli 108 279 238 1 0 15 11 224 146 55 92 188 72 91 166

91 Mandap 301 721 692 6 4 389 380 488 379 233 313 439 261 282 431

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Sr.

No. Name

Househ

olds

Total


Literate

Population

Illiterate

Population

Working

Population

Non-Working

Population


92 Ajivali (N.V.) 80 169 129 3 0 4 3 138 94 31 35 103 11 66 118

93 Ransai 138 308 267 0 0 112 101 200 143 108 124 171 75 137 192

94 Mohpada Alias

Wasambe (CT) 2360 5118 4576 243 243 286 282 4192 3475 926 1101 2896 593 2222 3983

95 Kharpada 384 855 846 4 4 26 21 635 523 220 323 483 150 372 696

96 Dushmi 321 720 700 0 0 159 166 529 366 191 334 404 191 316 509

97 Kharoshi 427 974 857 0 0 0 0 706 425 268 432 597 498 377 359

98 Niphad 133 309 295 0 0 186 195 179 132 130 163 197 156 112 139

99 Jawali 256 574 566 20 19 321 315 334 241 240 325 336 227 238 339

100 Karodi 140 261 265 0 0 194 180 156 128 105 137 146 155 115 110

101 MohiliKhalsa 95 180 179 4 2 103 105 116 79 64 100 85 70 95 109

102 MohiliInam 55 124 117 0 0 42 43 69 47 55 70 74 46 50 71

103 Ghote 94 209 216 0 0 191 196 97 64 112 152 116 116 93 100

104 Vaveghar 900 2212 1897 69 79 10 9 1634 1034 578 863 1237 406 975 1491

105 Parade 86 168 160 10 9 109 124 95 46 73 114 114 44 54 116

Source: Census of India 2011

*above information is as per 2011 official census

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3.9.4. Male and Female Population

The study area is witnessing a rapid growth in its population beginning from last decade due to

rapid urbanization and industrialization.

While dealing study area (10 Km radius from project site) as per secondary data (Population

Census 2011) the total population is 135522 in 30720 households. Male population is 70294 and

female population is 65228. Highest population in study area is in Mohpada Alias Wasambe

(9694).

There are 30720 households in the study area and the average size of household is 4 members

per household in the study area. The dependent population below 6 years is 16091 (11.9% of the

total population) in the study area. The sex ratio of the study area is 928 females per 1000 males.

The sex ratio of the study area is poor, as compare to district sex ration of Raigad (959) (source:

https://raigad.gov.in/en/demography).

Male – Female Ratio is: 1000 Male: 928 Female

Population Density in study area is: 432 per Sq. Km. (Population Density = Number of

People/Land Area)

Figure 3-13: Male-Female Population Distribution Chart

3.9.5. SC and ST Population:

According to the 2011 census, the ratio of scheduled caste population in the study area to the

total population is 3.8% which is lower as compared to the SC population in the district which is

5.1%. whereas the scheduled tribe population in the study area to the total population is 15.2%

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which is high as compared to the ST population of the district which is 11.6%. Together they

constitute only 18.9% of total population of the study area within 10 km radius. This can be

observed in Figure 3.14.

Figure 3-14: SC and ST Population Distribution

3.9.6. Religion

Majority of Population in study area is Hindu religion followers. Nearly 85% of total population

in area is Hindus. Muslims, Buddhist, Jains, Christian and others forms the rest proportion of

population in the city. People of different religion worship their religious beliefs in Churches,

Masjids, Gurudwaras, Jain temples and other religious places that is located in the city. Marathi

and Kokani is the most widely spoken language in study area and project surrounding area

English and Hindi are popular languages in city area.

During site visit following religious please noted; Sai Baba Temple HOC Colony, Kalika Mata

Temple (New Posari), Ganesh Temple Chambharli, Sree Narayan Guru, Sree Balaji & Sree

Ayyapan Temple, Gajanan Maharaj Mandir, Ambivali Tarfe Tungaratan, Vitthal Rakhumai

temple, Chaundali, Durga Devi Mandir, HOC Colony, Gavdevi Mandir, Hanuman Mandir, Shiv

Shankar Bholenath Temple, Mari Aai Temple, Jain Swetamber Temple. The King Church, St.

Joseph Catholic Church, The Tamil Methodist Christ Church, Rasayani, Tamil Methodist Church

Rasayini and Rehmaniya Masjid.

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Figure 3-15: Raseshwar Temple and Gurudwara-Guru Nanak Darbar Mohopada

3.9.7. Educational Status

There are quite a few good institutes of education (Both primary and secondary) in and around

Rasayani. Pillai Education society has set up an education campus with the help of HOCL (all

land is of HOCL), which is expected will provide better education opportunities to the student in

the near future.

H.O.C.L School and Jr. college (English Medium) P.R.I.A. School (English Medium) J.H.

Ambani School and Jr College(English and Marathi Medium) JantaVidhyalaMohopada (JVM)

school and Jr. college(English and Marathi Medium) Prabal School Pillai's HOC College of

Engineering & Technology, Pillai's HOC college of Architecture (HOCL Township) P.R.I.A

(PatalgangaRasayani Industrial Association)and HOC follow the curriculum prescribed by

Maharshtra State Board and J.H. Ambani follows the C.B.S.E board. Apart from that there are

other schools in the area also.

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has established the National Institute of

Securities Markets (NISM), an educational institute to cater to the needs of securities market

education. NISM proposes to construct its educational campus of International Standards with

state of art infrastructure at Rasayani. According to census 2011; in the study area the average

literacy rate is 70.8%, whereas out of total literate population the male literacy is 55.8% and

female literacy is 44.2% in the study area. The average literacy rate of the district (83.14%) is

high as compared to the literacy rate of study area, The female literacy rate is low in the study

area, which is a pan India phenomena. The education status has been mentioned in the Figure

3.16.

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Figure 3-16: Literates and Illiterate Population distribution

3.9.8. Economy

Project site is located near Rasayani MIDC area about five kilometers off NH4. Rasayani is

composed of a cluster of villages namely Ambivali, Dapivali, Mohopada, Chambarli, Waveghar,

Rees, kambe, Karade, Gulsunde, Turade, Sawle. Apparently, there are many chemical

manufacturing and processing companies located here. The word "Rasayan means Chemical and

India's first Chemicals industry "Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd." was established here in

1960's, the place "Rasayani" derives its name mainly from chemical industry HOCL. As of today

the biggest player remaining is Reliance, which has a petrochemicals and fiber plant in the area.

Most of the commercial activity goes on in the MIDC Industrial zone namely Patalganga.

While dealing study area 10 km radius from project site as per Census of India 2011 within study

area total working population is 39.4% and non-working population is 60.6% out of working

population almost 83% peoples are in main working population category. And 6.7% population

is in marginal population category.

The relative importance of the main spheres of economic activity is the gauged from the pattern

of distribution of total workers according to broad fourfold classification namely, cultivators,

agricultural labour, household industry workers and other economic activities. In the study area,

cultivators (17.3%) and agricultural labour (13.2%) together constitute 30.5% of the total

workers as shown in following figure. It reflects that agricultural sector has absorbed most of the

workers in the study area. The proportion of workers in other economic categories is also 66% of

the total workers shows that they are engaged in manufacturing, processing, servicing and

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repairs, trade and commerce etc. Non-working population is study area is 82125 which are 60.6

% out of total population. This category includes below 15 years age population and not willing

to any work is considered. Also after Retirement age population also include in this category.

Figure 3-17: Distribution of working population

3.9.9. Infrastructure, Transport And Communication

This section analyses the infrastructure facilities like water supply, roads, markets, banks, post

offices, schools and electrification in the study area. Proposed project site located at Rasayani,

DistrictRaigad, Maharashtra. The project site is approximately 3 km from SH-105.The nearest

railway station is Rasayani Railway Station at approximately 1.5 km. The nearest airport is

ChattrapatiShivaji International Airport (75 km).

State Transport buses (ST) buses and private Auto rickshaws ply between the villages in and

around Rasayani at frequent intervals. Local transport unions ensure a smooth and cheap service

between neighboring towns like Panvel, Karjat, Khopoli, and Pen.

Rasayani Railway Station is 2 km away in west direction from project site. Panvel Railway

station is 16 km away, on the NH4, Chowk Railway Station is 5 km away on NH4, Karjat

Railway station is 19 km away on Karjat road, Apta Railway Station is 6 km away from project

site. Most of the infrastructure in Rasayani is maintained by the Gram Panchayat, which include

paving the roads, provision of water supply and other essential services like garbage disposal and

beautification.

Electricity is provided by state run MSEB. Telecom services are handled and run by the BSNL

telecom and other private companies. Broadband is provided by BSNL, and wireless internet

services like GPRS are provided by all private mobile operators (Idea, Airtel, Vodaphone, and

Reliance).

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Figure 3-18: Accessibility to Project Site

3.9.10. Nearest Infrastructure Amenities of Project Site

Parade ST Bus stop (Adjacent to project site) Auto Rickshaw Transportation

Petrol Pump School

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Bank Market- Mohopada

3.9.11. Health Care Facilities

The population around Rasayani and study area consisted of Farmers, Kolis, Adivasis etc. They

were economically backward because of their complete dependence on seasonal occupation,

coupled with a high percentage of illiteracy. The area lacked in proper road communication,

medical, educational and other facilities. The establishment of HOCL unit at Rasayani, helped in

transforming the surrounding villages and its people. Over the past three decades, HOCL has

become synonymous with the overall development of the population in education, healthcare,

water and sanitation.

While dealing with 10 km radius from project site or as a Rasayani area there are many hospitals

are available like HOC Hospital, SampoornaRege Hospital, Kalpataru Mother and Child

Hospital, Ayushya Hospital, Pulse Multispeciality Hospital, New Ayushya Hospital, Patil

Hospital Rasayani, Varad Dental Clinic, R.Z.P Health Center, AadiSonography center.

Awareness of People about the Project

An attempt has been made to know the awareness of the people about proposed project activities.

The respondents were asked for their opinion about the impacts of the project on the overall

development of the Rasayani, Ambivali, Dapivali, Mohopada, Chambarli, Waveghar, Rees,

kambe, Karade, Gulsunde, Turade, Sawleand surround area in relation to viz. job opportunities,

education, health care, housing, transportation facility and economic status.In general, the people

are satisfied with job opportunities and business opportunities that are prevailing in Patalganga

and RasayaniArea. However, advent of proposed projects would create more employment

opportunities (Construction and operation phase).

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3.9.12. Socio Economic Survey:

Socio economic survey was undertaken in the project site and study area. The main objective of

the survey was to visit the project site and collect the socio-economic data from the study area

and observe the basic infrastructure available. A keen observation of the quality of life of the

study area was also carried out. The project site visit, observations, and questionnaire survey has

been used ‘data collection methods’ for collecting data about people and processes as part of

qualitative research. Special care was taken to observe prevailing socio-economic condition in

the sample area and also assess awareness opinion and reaction of the inhabitants about the

project.

Objective of the Study

• The objective of conducting socio economic study is to obtain the

• Existing conditions of the project surrounding area.

• Prevailing socio-economic condition of the project surrounding area.

• Awareness, opinion and aspirations of the peoples, about proposed project.

Methodology

The present study was carried out with the help of both primary and secondary sources. The

primary sources included socio economic data collected from a sample of population residing in

the study area through a well-structured and pre-tested questionnaire. The secondary sources

included the existing literature comprising of reports and studies on the existing area. In the

socio-economic survey, besides age, sex and education, issues related to livelihood, basic

amenities and post project scenario etc. were discussed with the peoples where focus of the

discussion was on the existing facilities and their aspirations regarding the development of

project.

Figure 3-19 : Conducting Socio Economic Survey and Site Visit

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The interviews conducted through structured questionnaires have derived quantitative data, but

has also extended discussion with sample respondents in order to supplement the structured

findings of the questionnaires with qualitative information as well. Hence, the data collection

exercise has been quantitative as well as qualitative in nature. The structured questionnaire

covered 5 key areas:

• Socio-demographic characteristics

• Basic amenities status

• Livelihood status

• Issues regarding basic living environment

• Perception & opinion on the peoples.

The target respondents were either head of the household or a member of the household residing

in the study area.

The recorded data is analysed using statistical methods to draw the out the findings and

conclusion.

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3.9.13. Socio Economic Survey Questionnaire

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3.9.14. Findings and Conclusion

Questions were asked to respondents to seek their opinions, perceptions and aspirations regarding

the proposed project. Opinions are important vehicle through which one could understand the

existing mental attitude of people in general and groups, and community in particular.

Concerning the sex structure of the respondents, 52 percent of the respondents were males while

48percent were females. This finding is in line with the trend of the sex structure of household

heads in India, whereby males dominate. The average household size was found to be 4 members.

Education is one of the keys to success and development and as such, people pay much attention to

their educational status. Most of the sample respondents interviewed had some kind of formal

education. Nearly three fourth of the respondents had attained education till graduation also Post

Graduation, whereas 10 present of the respondents have completed SSC/HSC. 5 percent of the

respondents have education till primary (Class 1-5) as the formal education.

Questions were asked about the number of earning members in the family their type of income and

their respective jobs. Most of the respondents are private employee working in MIDC area. Also

some peoples having self-employed occupation like Motor garage, small shops, fruit and

vegetables seller. Out of the working respondents, 10 percentpeoples are working in government

jobs like Primary and secondary Teacher, Irrigation Engineer, etc.

Figure 3-20: Secondary Occupation in study area

House constitutes the most vital aspect of the basic needs of man and basic amenities form an

integral part of the housing facility. Basic amenities are measured through the availability of

drinking water facility, toilet, drainage, garbage disposal, electricity, cooking fuel etc. most of

respondent using LPG Gas for cooking fuel. Grampanchayat provide drinking water.

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Figure 3-21: Project site surround residential devlopment

Availability of toilet is an important indicator of the sanitation. Toilet is one of the most serious

and common problems. All respondent are using private own toilet facility. When asked about the

most pressing problem faced in surrounding area respondent highlighted the sanitation and Road

quality problem in area along Dand- Apta Road, Mohapada, Rasayani, Vaveghar area, also traffic

problem insame area because of long vehicles coming from MIDC area. But still the people were

happy.

Questions were asked to respondents to seek their opinions, perceptions and aspirations regarding

the project. Opinions are important vehicle through which one could understand the existing

mental attitude of people in general and groups, and community in particular.

Many respondents were aware of the project, which reflects that the project proponent has carried

out regular consultation with the local peoples. Most of the respondents are in support of the

project fully, but they need regular flow of information from the point person provided by the

community as well as the project person regarding the progress of the project. Their only demand

is to give the preference to local people for labour contractors, transporters and raw material

suppliers etc. in construction phase and job opportunity in operation phase.

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3.10. Traffic Study Report

The proposed project site is being purchased from M/s HOCL at Rasayani. Further, the proposed

LPG bottling plant at Rasayani, District: Raigad, Maharashtra by M/s Bharat Petroleum

Corporation Ltd .Total plot area of the proposed bottling plant is 19.55 Ha (48.3 Acres). We are

intended to do “Traffic Analysis” for the said project explaining Traffic Management System for

Propose project

Figure 3-22: Site Location Map

Such Industrial Traffic Management requires comprehensive planning majorly for goods vehicles

ingress & egress its parking provisions and also partially for Buses, LMVs & Two-wheelers.

3.10.1. Objectives of Traffic Survey

The purpose of this analysis is to analyze the effect of generated traffic due to the proposed

development on to the external roads around the propose project site. The studies have been

carried out on the following:

• Current external traffic on adjacent road

• Evaluation of traffic for the proposed land uses within the propose project premises.

• Carrying out classified traffic volume count on external road.

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• This study is helpful in suggesting possibilities for:-

• Linking Propose project traffic to external roads with minimum interruption.

• Internal Traffic Management.

3.10.2. External Traffic Scenario

Propose project is abutting to existing 12.00 M. W. Dand Apta Road

Classified Traffic Volume Counts (CTVC) was carried out at this Mid-Block in both directions. All

vehicle classes including car, taxi, motorcycle, public bus, and goods carrier are captured by

direction wise. Traffic Survey was carried out on abutting 12m Wide Road & 35m Wide MIDC

Road

Figure 3-23: Below Shows Mid-Block Traffic Count Locations

Summary of the classified traffic volume count analysis is in the following tables:

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Table 3-26: Vehicular Volume on existing 12 m Wide Road and Proposed 45m Wide Road

Type of Vehicle

Total No of Vehicles

Percentage of Vehicles

PCU Factors Total PCU Percentage of

PCU Direction 1 Towards Mohopada Village (Mumbai Pune Highway- NH4)

Two Wheeler 1202 54.39 0.5 601 25.44

Bus 52 2.35 2.2 114 4.84

Car 418 18.91 1 418 17.69

Auto 142 6.43 1 142 6.01

LCV 115 5.20 1.5 173 7.30

2-Axle 152 6.88 2.2 334 14.15

3 Axle 70 3.17 4.5 315 13.33

Multi Axle 59 2.67 4.5 266 11.24

Total 2210 100.00 2363 100.00

Direction 2 Towards Waveghar, Apta

Two Wheeler 1097 50.67 0.5 549 22.94

Bus 66 3.05 2.2 145 6.07

Car 469 21.66 1 469 19.61

Auto 161 7.44 1 161 6.73

LCV 104 4.80 1.5 156 6.52

2-Axle 128 5.91 2.2 282 11.78

3 Axle 67 3.09 4.5 302 12.61

Multi Axle 73 3.37 4.5 329 13.74

Total 2165 100.00 2391 100.00

Direction Peak Period Peak Hour Volume /Hr

Peak Hour PCU / Hr

Peak Hour % PCU/hr Existing 12 m

Wide Road / Proposed 45 m Wide Road

From To

9am 12pm 376.333333 404 8.49%

5pm 8pm 388 434 10.67%

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Figure 3-24: Traffic Composition of Existing 12m Road on Hourly Intervals

Figure 3-25: Graphical Reprentation of Existing 12m Road on Hourly Intervals

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Table 3-27: Vehicular Volume on 35.00 metre wide road

Type of Vehicle

Total No of Vehicles

Percentage of Vehicles PCU Factors Total PCU Percentage of

PCU Direction 1 Towards Patalganga MIDC

Two Wheeler 1260 50.60 0.5 630 24.04

Bus 59 2.37 2.2 130 4.95

Car 455 18.27 1 455 17.36

Auto 315 12.65 1 315 12.02

LCV 126 5.06 1.5 189 7.21

2-Axle 146 5.86 2.2 321 12.26

3 Axle 58 2.33 4.5 261 9.96

Multi Axle 71 2.85 4.5 320 12.19

Total 2490 100.00 2621 100.00

Direction 2 Towards Dand Apta Road

Two Wheeler 1133 50.33 0.5 567 23.58

Bus 43 1.91 2.2 95 3.94

Car 398 17.68 1 398 16.57

Auto 255 11.33 1 255 10.61

LCV 133 5.91 1.5 200 8.30

2-Axle 179 7.95 2.2 394 16.39

3 Axle 72 3.20 4.5 324 13.49

Multi Axle 38 1.69 4.5 171 7.12

Total 2251 100.00 2402 100.00

Direction Peak Period Peak Hour

Volume /Hr Peak Hour PCU / Hr

Peak Hour % PCU/hr

35.00 M.Wide Road

From To

9am 12pm 392.333333 420 8.34%

5pm 8pm 459 491 10.67%

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Figure 3-26: Traffic Composition of 35m road

Figure 3-27: Graphical representation of 35m road on hourly intervals

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The above traffic scenario observations found that traffic through this MIDC Existing 12.00 m

wide road is mix type which includes thorough traffic of villagers majorly 2w and auto, 6 seaters

and also industrial heavy vehicles are contributing. Heavy vehicles enter or exit during non peak

hours.

Parking Provisions

• Being industrial project, parking is divided in 2 types goods vehicles and LMVs & 2

wheelers.

• Parking demand worked out on the basis of product, its raw material and finished goods

vehicles daily influx. however, parking demand for staff vehicles also provided.

3.10.3. Parking Requirement for Heavy vehicles & LMVs

As per the product requirement vehicles per day is as follows.

Table 3-28: Parking Provisions

Sr. No. Type 4w 2w

1. Staff Parking 5 15

2. Visitors Parking 5 35

3.10.4. Traffic Generations

the term generation mean a trip, the person movement by a mechanized mode of transport, having

start or origin from his home and destination his office or working place. However attraction is the

person’s destination place where their trips end by creating traffic at working place as visitor. For

Propose project there will be peak hours at which persons coming in ward are the staff in morning

peak hour and leave the premise in evening.

3.10.5. Generation of Trips by Staff & Visitors

The project premises in MIDC; general shift staff enter between 8 am to 9 am. and contract staff in

morning 6am to 7am, and managerial staff between 10a to 12pm hence it will assume that 50% of

occupancy would rich project premises in morning & leave in the evening. Visitors such industries

are arrived majorly in non-peak hours they may visit within whole day.

We will consider are 10% of occupancy.

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Shift Employee Contract

General 5 20

I Shift 10 40

Ii Shift 10 40

Iii Shift 2 8

Following table explains distribution of occupants with their modal split.

Table 3-29: Industrial Staff Trip Modal Split

Sr. No Mode PCU/ECS Total Trip Percentage

Vehicle Occupancy

1 Car 1 10% 2 2 Auto Rickshaw /6 Seaters 1.5 15% 3 3 Two Wheelers 0.5 50% 1.5 4 Bus 2.2

20% 40

5 ST Bus 2.2 5 6 Walk trips -- 5% --

3.10.6. Trip Generations

Table 3-30: Trip Generated by Staff and Visitors during Peak Hours

Peak Trips of Staff

Number of Vehicles Walk

Persons Total Vehicle

in No’s Total in

PCUs/Hr Auto Bus Car 2w

68 3 1 3 23 3 30 21

Total 211 heavy vehicles per day will egress-ingress to project premises for whole day. We will

consider 15% of total traffic per day may be in morning-evening peak hours. That comes to 95

Heavy Vehicles may during Peak Hr. i.e. 285 PCUs/hr, hence total peak hour trip generations as

per assumptions comes to 285 + 21 = 306 PCUs /hr.

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3.10.7. Traffic Dispersions

As per current traffic scenario we observed that the Traffic on 12m is mixed traffic industrial

heavy vehicles and the traffic from villages, majorly 2W & 3W Wheelers most preferable public

transport by the surrounding villagers for to & fro from their homes.

It also observed that out of total traffic on 35 m wide main road 5-10 % traffic is from east side

village lohop and measure traffic of industrial vehicles is using link road crossing river patalganga

perpendicularly connected to Dand Phata - Apta Road. This is measure artery connecting NH4-

Rasayani & Panvel on the north side of project.

3.10.8. Impacts on External Roads

This chapter covers final output of Traffic Management Plan for Propose project within the project

and impact on external public roads. the major factor will be the peak- hour flow in project

premises, for which design or planning of roads is crucial. it should reach the requirement of

smooth, environmentally friendly & non polluting traffic movement within the project premises

and outside also. There shouldn’t be any congestion on roads inside the project premises. Impact

on external road /highway had been considered to avoid inconvenience to adjacent project

premises. Following Figure will explain Roads will be used by vehicles.

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Figure 3-28: External Road Network & Project Location Map

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Table 3-31: Vehicular Impacts after Development & After 10 Years

Proposed and Existing Roads

Capacities of Roads in PCUs Per Hour as per IRC 106 -1990

External Peak Traffic Load in PCUs Per Hr After 10 years

Vehicles Added By Prop. Dev.

V/C Ratio Added By Prop. Dev.

Total V/C On Road

Level Of Service

Existing 12 m Wide Road Proposed 45 m Wide Road

1200 if 12m Road 7200 if 45m Road

434+ (adding 5% Growth per annum for next 10 years) 707

306 0.255 (12m) 0.042 (45m)

0.844 (12mRoad ) 0.140 (45m Road)

D (if 12m) A (if 45m)

35 m Wide Road 5400

491 + (adding 5% Growth per annum for next 10 years) 800

306 0.056 0.205 A

Consider 5% Growth per annum on Urban Roads

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Table 3-32: Description of LOS based on V/C Ratio

Level of Service (LOS)

Volume/Capacity Ratio

(V/C)

Level of Comfort

Nature of flow

A <0.30 Highest Free Flow

B 0.30 – 0.50 Reasonably free

C 0.50 – 0.70 Stable flow

D 0.70 – 0.90 Threshold Approaching unstable flow

E 1 Unstable flow

F >1.00 Lowest Forced flow

3.10.9. Conclusion on Vehicular Impact & Interface

The project traffic will use existing 12.00M.wide road on which all traffic will egress, this road

is proposed to be widened to 45m. level of will be ‘a’ even after adding project traffic and future

incremental growth of traffic.

Level of Service (LOS) will be ‘A’ on 35m Wide Road even after added project traffic and

future incremental growth of traffic.

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4. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION

MEASURES

Identification of impacts and mitigation measures of the same in Environmental Impact

Assessment study helps in quantification and evaluation of impacts. During baseline study

several impacts can be identified but it is necessary to identify the critical impacts both positive

and negative on various components of the environment that are likely due to installation of LPG

mounded bullets.

The environmental impacts can be categorized as either primary or secondary. Primary impacts

are the ones that are caused directly due to the project activity on environmental attributes,

whereas secondary impacts are indirectly induced.

The construction and operational phase of the project activity comprises various activities, each

of which may have either positive or negative impact on some or other environmental attributes.

The proposed project activities would impart impact on the environment in two distinct phases:

• During construction phase - Temporary or short term impact

• During operation phase - May have long term impact

4.1. During Construction Phase

4.1.1. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Land Environment

During site preparation, excavation will be done at places in the project site where sheds,

Mounded Storage bullets and the approach road will be constructed. This is required to provide

solid base/foundations for structures & roads.

• Improper disposal of the excavated earth during installation of mounded storage

vessels/structures may result into temporary loss of topsoil productivity of that

particular area.

• Storage of construction material (if any) if not done at designated place can cause

nuisance and hazards

• Accidental spillage of oil during handling may lead to soil contamination

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• Improper segregation and disposal of solid waste generated during construction phase by

workers working at site

• Acquisition of land, may resulting into change in land use pattern

• Filth generation if dry waste/garbage generated during construction period is not handling

efficiently

Mitigation measures

• Top soil will be stored carefully and will be used again after construction/installation

phase is over so as to restore the fertility of project site

• Bituminous materials if any, shall not be allowed to leach into the soil

• Methods to reuse earth material generated during excavation will be followed

• Waste oil generated from D. G. sets will be handed over to authorized recyclers approved

by SPCB

• Usage of appropriate monitoring and control facilities for construction equipments

deployed

• All hazardous wastes shall be securely stored, under a shed for eventual transportation

and disposal to the authorized dealers

• The solid waste generation due to workers working at site will be segregated and will be

transported and disposed of to local waste disposal facility having jurisdiction

• Chemicals/Paints etc. used during construction phase will be stored safely

4.1.2. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Air Environment

During Construction: Land filling, levelling as well as civil activities during laying of pipeline

and construction of storage facilities and bottling plant may lead to generation of dust (>2.5

micron size) for a limited period of construction, installation of equipment, mechanical

fabrication and painting will lead to generation of fugitive emission, mainly from exhausts of

vehicles and welding and radiation during testing of weld joint. The dust generation due to

construction activities and movement of vehicle will be due to the particle size of approx. 10

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micron which has a life time in few hours (max. 2-3 hrs.). Use of DG sets during construction

activities shall add to the atmospheric concentration of PM, NOx & SO2.

• The emission anticipated during construction period will include fugitive dust due to

excavation of soil, leveling of soil, use of DG sets, movement of heavy construction

equipments/vehicles, site clearing and other activities

• This type of fugitive dust is expected to result in change in the baseline air quality

specifically during the construction phase

• If burning of solid wastes is required it may cause air pollution

Mitiogation measures

• Checking of vehicles and construction machinery to ensure compliance to Indian

Emission Standards

• Transportation vehicles, DG sets and machineries to be properly and timely maintained

and serviced regularly to control the emission of air pollutants in order to maintain the

emissions of NOX and SOX within the limits established by SPCB

• Minimize idling time for vehicles and adequate parking provision and proper traffic

arrangement for smooth traffic flow

• Use of good quality fuel and lubricants will be promoted. Moreover, low sulphur content

diesel shall be used as fuel for DG sets to control emission of SO2

• Water sprinkling shall be carried out to suppress fugitive dust during earthworks and

along unpaved sections of access roads

• Attenuation of pollution/ protection of receptor through greenbelt/ green cover

However, the construction activities will be for temporary period and hence, its impact on the

existing ambient air quality as well as vegetation will be reversible. Dust emissions are likely to

be confined within the limited area.

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4.1.3. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Noise Environment

The identified fixed noise sources are limited mainly to DG Sets of latest generation, fire water

pumps and compressors, some of which are intermittently and occasionally operated..

Following activities would result in increase in noise level;

• Noise generated from operation of pumps and compressor

• Noise generated from vehicular movement

• Noise generated from DG Set

• Nuisance to nearby areas due to noise polluting work at night

Mitigation measures

• No noise polluting work in night shifts

• Acoustic enclosures for DG Sets will be provided as per SPCB guidelines

• Pumps – Enclosure in acoustic screen, allowing for engine cooling and exhaust, use of

anti-vibration mounting, flexible couplings of hoses, maintaining adequate inlet pressure

• Provision of Intake mufflers, unidirectional fan for Cooling and enclosures for electrical

motors

• Provision of ear plugs for labour in high noise area

• Provision of barricades along the periphery of the site

• All contractors and subcontractors involved in the construction phase shall comply with

the SPCB noise standards

• Activities that take place near sensitive receptors to be carefully planned (restricted to

daytime, taking into account weather conditions etc.)

• Vehicles and generator sets to be serviced regularly and maintained properly to avoid any

unwanted generation of noise or vibration from them

• Use of suitable muffler systems/ enclosures/ sound proof glass paneling on heavy

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• Pumps and blowers may be mounted on rubber pads or any other noise absorbing

materials

• In case of steady noise levels above 85 dB (A), initiation of hearing conservation

measures

• Strengthening of greenbelt for noise attenuation may be taken up, etc.

4.1.4. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Water Environment

• Increased water demand during construction phase for site preparation, dust spraying,

construction activities, curing, domestic and other water requirements for labour and staff

onsite

• Increase in site runoff and sedimentation

• Stagnant water and unsanitary conditions may cause mosquito breeding at site

Mitigation measures

• Water Avoidance of wastage of curing water

• Use of tanker water for construction activity.

• Provision of temporary toilets for labour

• Wastewater generated will be recycled/reused during operation of the LPG Plant

4.1.5. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Biological Environment

• Impacts on flora are envisaged in the vicinity of proposed development site due to

emissions and vehicular movements.

• Sensitive zones such as reserve forest, dams, River, are expected to remain unaffected

due to construction activities.

• Agriculture fields in the vicinity may face impacts such as deposition of dust on crop.

• The mammalian faunal density near project site is as such very low and no further impact

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• Avifauna in the close vicinity of project site may get disturb and locally migrate due to

construction activities.

• Due to construction activities and movement of vehicles, particulate matters in the

surrounding air will be increased. Particulate matter in a form of dust may affect

photosynthesis, respiration, transpiration and allow penetration of phototoxic gaseous

pollutants in plants. Dusts at the levels of 2.5 to 104 µg/m3 usually block stomata, thereby

reducing photosynthesis, degradation of chlorophyll-a etc. Similar effects have been

reported for mango trees (Mangifera indica) at 4.5 to 30.0 µg/m3 of dust. The average

baseline levels of particulates of PM2.5, up to a distance of 10 km in the surrounding air

of the project site are about 46 µg/m3 and 25 µg/m3, and for PM10, 79 µg/m3 and 53.0

µg/m3 respectively. It thus, appears that the trees in the locality or in the city are already

in stress due to activities other than the proposed project. Planted trees within the project

site by the proponent, will be at better condition as compared to surrounding areas.

Mitigation measures

Biodiversity will be increased by developing green belt in about 33% of the area by plantation of

varieties of trees and shrubs, besides a remarkable area of grassland development. Plantation

within and around the project site will remarkably enhance biodiversity of flora and fauna.

The standard stipulated by CPCB for PM 2.5 is 60 µg/m3 (annual average) and the same, based

on the epidemiological studies, is recommended as 10 µg/m3 (annual) by WHO. Thus predicted

levels of particulate matters are well within the limits. As a precautionary measure, certain

measures must be adhered to minimize the dust levels.

• Sprinkling of water and fine spray from nozzles at regular intervals to suppress the dust.

• Use of covering sheets to prevent dust dispersion from the vehicles, used for carrying

construction materials at site.

• Use of covering sheets for covering construction materials, stored at site.

• Vehicles having pollution under control certificate should be allowed to play in the site.

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4.1.6. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Socio-Economic Environment

Positive Impacts

• The proposed project does not involve any displacement of inhabitants and so issues like

resettlement and rehabilitation does not figure.

• There was a growth in indirect jobs and business opportunities to the local and

surrounding people such as contractors, transporters and raw material suppliers etc. due

to the proposed project in the area.

• Demands of community services and create additional employment for the poor strata of

society by way of security guard, driver, servant, sweeper, gardener etc.

Negative Impacts

• Due to the proposed project activity, influx of population may increase during the

construction phase. This may lead to strain on infrastructure facilities in the area as well

as increase in population at local level. However, this impact is only for the short

duration and temporary in nature.

• During construction phase, increase level of dust and other air pollutants may lead to

health problems.

• Vehicular traffic and construction activities may create noise pollution.

• Due to the proposed project, economic status existing residents will certainly improve but

at the same time their traditional way of living will also get affected.

Mitigation measures

Before Commencing and During Initial Phase:

• Communication with the local community should be institutionalized and done on a

regular basis. The forum could provide opportunities to discuss local critical issues and

prepare programmers of mutual benefits

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• Information regarding the proposed development plan, community programmes etc.

should be communicated to the local community in the form of booklets and audio-

visuals.

• As per the expectations of the local people, project authorities should organize guidance

center for youths, technical education center and training programme.

Construction Phase:

• Project proponent should take appropriate steps to keep environment clean and healthy

during construction phase.

• Provision of adequate drinking water, toilet and bathing facilities should be made

available on project site.

• Water shall be sprinkle/spread to suppress dust during construction phase to control air

pollution and thereby avoid adverse health impact.

• Proper living condition with appropriate facilities for residential labours should be

provided.

• Proper Training and awareness programme should be carried out so that the workers

understand the importance of wearing the personal protective equipment’s.

4.2. During Operation Phase

4.2.1. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Land/Soil Environment

• Soil quality may be affected by accidental leakage and spillage of oils during handling

• Improper segregation and disposal of solid waste generated during operation of the

proposed project

Mitigation measures

• The project activity is limited to receipt & storage of LPG followed by bottling &

dispatch of filled cylinders. No solid raw material shall be handled in the proposed plant

and as such there shall be no deterioration of soil characteristics due to fugitive solids.

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• A little hazardous / non-hazardous waste has been envisaged which is limited to the

utilities/paints/lubricating oils etc. during the construction and operation of proposed

facilities.

• Operation is limited to the filling of bulk LPG cylinders hence; no solid waste shall be

generated from the operation of the proposed facilities.

• Installation of drainage ditches at project site to prevent erosion

• All hazardous wastes shall be securely stored, under a shed for eventual transportation

and disposal to the authorized dearler by SPCB

• The solid domestic waste shall be segregated and stored within the premises temporarily

and then sent to local waste disposal facility having jurisdiction

4.2.2. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Air Environment

The sources of air emission are limited to DG Sets and fire water pumps. New generation DG

sets shall be used which will generate low level of pollutants. The DG sets shall be operated

intermittently only in case of power failure during working hours. Further, under normal

condition, the fire water pumps shall be operated only during mock fire drills

• No emission is envisaged during the storage and handling of LPG in mounded bullets

• No fugitive emission during loading and unloading of LPG in and from mounded bullets

is envisaged

• Impacts on ambient air during operation phase would be due to emissions from operation

of DG sets only during power outages.

Mitigation measures

• Checking of vehicles and construction machinery to ensure compliance to Indian

Emission Standards

• Transportation vehicles, generators and machineries to be properly and timely maintained

and serviced regularly to control the emission of air pollutants in order to maintain the

emissions of NOX and SOX within the limits established by SPCB

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• Stack height of DG sets shall be as per norms of SPCB to allow effective dispersion of

pollutants

• Storage facilities shall be equipped with leak detection systems

• Minimize idling time for vehicles and adequate parking provision and proper traffic

arrangement for smooth traffic flow

• Attenuation of pollution/ protection of receptor through greenbelt/ green cover

4.2.3. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Noise Environment

• Impact of noise due to vehicular traffic

• Noise generated due to DG sets

Mitigation measures

• Provision of proper parking arrangement, traffic management plan for smooth flow of

vehicles help to abate noise pollution due to vehicular traffic.

• Green belts and landscaping shall act as noise buffer.

4.2.4. Identified Impacts and Mitigatio n measures on Water Environment

The water requirement during construction activities shall be approx. 70 KL per day which shall

be met through MIDC. Since, the proposed project activities are limited only to receipt &

storage of LPG followed by bottling & dispatch of packed LPG, water will be required only for

floor washings, potable, dust suppression, green belt,process and fire fighting purposes and shall

be sourced from MIDC. Minimum 200 manpower (company staff, Contract labours, security

etc.) + 360(180 trucks X2 ) truck drivers & cleaners manpower shall be available at any time in

the plant premises. As per standard guidelines, water requirement per day /person is 45 L.

Hence, total water requirement shall be, 45 x 560 = 25200 L i.e. around 25 KL per day to meet

domestic requirement of the terminal.

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• About 17.5 KL/day of sanitary waste water shall be generated from different sources of

domestic uses.Sanitary waste water from toilets, canteen and wash room (17.5 KL/day) will

be treated in STP and treated water shall be used for greenbelt/plantation. The sources of

wastewater generation are as follows:

a) Sanitary Waste water from toilets, wash-rooms and canteen.

b) Non-sanitary waste water from mock fire drills

Sanitary waste water from toilets, canteen and wash rooms will be treated in STP and used for

greenbelt. Non-sanitary waste water generated from Mock Fire drill, that too once in a month,

shall be passed through vapour trap and resued for plantation/dust supression.

Mitigation measures

• Waste water shall be recycled /resued for flushing, gardening and cooling tower makeup)

• Rain water harvesting shall be promoted. Rainwater from the landscape area and

hardscape area will be used to recharge the ground water sources through recharge pit

• Provision of Storm water drainage system with adequate capacity, Proper maintenance of

storm water drainage.

• Wastewater generated from cylinder washing will be treated in ETP and used for

plantation/Greenbelt

• The non-contaminated rain water is discharged directly into rain water harvesting pit

within the proposed facility.

• During rainy season, the rain water is discharged through properly designed storm water

drain after passing through vapour trap.

• Rain Water Harvesting: The rain water harvesting program shall be implemented in

LPG bottling plant

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4.2.5. Identified Impacts and Mitigation Measures on Ecological Environment

There is possibility of accidental leakage of propane and butane due to handling of material or

from storage tank such volatile material may affect on cardiovascular system of animals

including human.

Mitigation measures

• Strict measures should be taken to protect leakage of chemicals

• Unless essential, excessive light during night hours should be strictly avoided. Use of

yellow lights is suggested in open areas

4.2.6. Identified Impacts on Socio-Economic Environment

• Project and associated construction of LPG Bottling Plant will eventually lead to indirct t

job opportunities in the organized and unorganized sector. There is likely to be increased

demand for security, kitchen help, need for drivers etc.

• Development of physical infrastructure due to construction of the plant which could

benefit the local population.

Mitigation measures

• Both skilled and unskilled local person shall be given preference for the jobs in the

operation

• The colony management collectively will need a pool of watchmen, gardeners, sweepers,

plumbers, fitters, ETP operators and solid waste collectors. Preference should be given to

local people for all this.

• The project authority should help in promoting local people for livelihood commensurate

with their will, skill and abilities by utilizing the minimum amount.

4.3. Impact Matrix

The matrix was designed for the assessment of impacts associated with almost any type of

project. Its method of a checklist that incorporates qualitative information on cause-and-effect

relationships but it is also useful for communicating results.

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Matrix method incorporates a list of impacting activities and their likely environmental impacts,

presented in a matrix format. Combining these lists as horizontal and vertical axes in the matrix

allows the identification of cause effect relationships, if any, between specific activities and

impacts. The impact matrix for the actions identified in Table 4.1 along with various

environmental parameters.

Table 4-1: Environmenal Impact Matrix

S.N. Activity Positive Impact Negative Impact No

Impact Short Term

Long Term

Short Term

Long Term

Pre-Project Activity 1 Displacement and resettlement of

local people √

2 Change in land use pattern √ 3 Loss of trees/vegetation √ 4 Shifting of equipment, machinery

and material √

5 Employment for local people √

Construction Phase 1 Pressure on infrastructure and

transportation system √

2 Impact on air quality including dust generation √

3 Noise Pollution √ 4 Traffic √ 5 Impact on the land/soil

environment √

6 Impact on groundwater √ 7 Stacking and disposal of

construction material √

8 Impact on water quality √ 9 Health and safety conditions of

people √

10 Social impact √ 11 Economic impact √

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Operation Phase 1 Increase in air pollution and noise

levels √

2 Water harvesting and recharge √ 3 Disposal of solid waste √ 4 Infrastructure development √ 5 Quality of life √ 6 Handling operations for transfer,

charging of raw materials, final product

√

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4.4. Summary of Environment Impacts and Mitigation Measures

The summary of the Impacts and Mitigation measures for the above mentioned environmental attributes is as summarized in Table

4.2.

Table 4-2: Summary of Impacts and Mitigation Measures

Impacting Activity Potential Impact Mitigation Measures Environment/ Social Attribute

Compliance/ Standards/ Best

Practice Guidelines Source

Contaminants

Environment/ Social Attribute

Source Contaminants

Environment Health and Safety

Construction Phase Construction Workers

Generation of sewage, organic wastes, construction debris etc.

Possible contamination of project site and nearby water bodies

Potential risk of respiratory irritation, discomfort, or illness to workers

• Local workers will be employed, as far as possible.

• Proper sanitation facilities will be provided for the workers

• There are no temporary shelters provided because local workers will be engaged

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Air Emissions Dust and air emission particularly due to the excavation, construction and movement of vehicles resulting in air pollution

Rise in RSPM level at project site

Potential risk of respiratory irritation, discomfort, or illness to workers

• Barricading sheets shall be provided • Provision of spraying water to reduce

dust emission • Excavated topsoil to be preserved and

reused for landscaping • Ensuring all vehicles, generators and

compressors are shall be maintained and regularly serviced

SPCB - National Ambient Air Quality Standards

Noise Generation Construction noise mainly due to excavation, Moving of vehicles, operations of cranes etc.

Rise in decibel level of ambient noise

Unwanted sound can cause problems within the body. Excessive noise pollution in working areas at construction

• The vehicles used will be with the proper acoustic measures

• Wherever this cannot be achieved the area will be earmarked as high noise level area requiring use of ear protection gadgets

• Avoid night time work

SPCB - Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules

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http://cpcb.nic.in/divisionsofheadoffice/pci2/noise_rules_2000.pdf






Impacting Activity Potential Impact Mitigation Measures

Environment/ Social Attribute Compliance/

Standards/ Best Practice Guidelines

Source Contaminants


Source Contaminants


sites can influence psychological health viz. occurrence of aggressive behaviour, disturbance of sleep, constant stress, fatigue and hypertension. Hampered sleeping pattern and may lead to irritation and uncomfortable situations.

Soil and Groundwater Contamination

• Spillage of concrete mixture containing additives and plasticizers.

• Spillage of construction material containing heavy metals, paints, coatings, liners, etc.

• All fuel, Liquid Cargo storage will be sited on an impervious base within a bund and secured place. The base and bund walls will be impermeable to the material stored and of an adequate capacity. Storage at or above roof level will be avoided

• Leaking or empty drums will be handled as per environment management plan

• Special care will be taken during deliveries of construction materials, especially when fuels and other materials are being handled

• Ensure that workers know what to do in the event of a spillage

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Source Contaminants


Source Contaminants


Operation Phase Air Emissions • Release of emission

from the DG Sets in case of power failure and operation of fire Engine in case of fire drill or emergency

• Negligible Impact

Negligible Impact

• The DG sets shall be provided with Stack Height per CPCB guidelines above roof level.

Wastewater Domestic waste water arising from Restroom and Canteen Waste water generated from floor washing , cylinder washing

• Negligible Impact

Negligible Impact • STP shall be provided for domestic sewage.

• ETP shall be provided for waste water generated from cylinder and floor washing

Hazardous Materials, Fire and Explosion

• Risk of fire and explosions due to the flammable and combustible nature of petroleum products.

• Risk of leaks and accidental releases from equipment, tanks, pipes etc

Potential risk of loss of life or injury due to fire

Storage equipment should meet standards for structural design and integrity. .

OISD-STD 144 - Fire Protection Facilities for LPG Bottling Plant.

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Source Contaminants


Source Contaminants


during loading and unloading (handling)

Hazardous Waste • No Hazardous Waste except used lubricating Oil

Same to be Stored in barrels

• To be Srored in Designated place on Concree platform

To be disposed to CPCB accredited Party.

4.5. Conclusion

From the above discussion it can be concluded that proposed project activity at Rasayani, dist Raigad, Maharashtra shall not create

any significant negative impact on physical features, water, noise and air environment. The proposed project shall generate additional

indirect employment and indirect service sector enhancement in the region and would help in the socio-economic up-liftmen of the

local area as well as the state.

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5. ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATES

5.1. Alternative Technology

• The project proposal relates to installation of 03 nos. of Mounded Bullets of 1450 MT

capacity each for storage of LPG in phase I and 03 nos. of Mounded Bullets of 1450

MT capacity each for storage of LPG in phase II.

• BPCL has mastered the art and technology of installation of Mounded Bullets.

• The LPG department of Marketing Division of BPCL has earned a good credential for

installation of Mounded Bullets.

• The above expertises of BPCL are well proven and working efficiently at different

locations of the country including North-Eastern states without fail.

• BPCL is having excellent track record and progressive outlook in regularly updating

its technology. The technology adopted by BPCL for installation of Mounded Bullets

for storage of LPG is a fail-safe.

5.2. Alternative Site

The proposed site is purchased by BPCL from HOCL. The site selected based on its

connectivity by rail and road. Hence, other sites are not considered for alternative analysis.

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6. ENVIRONMENT MONITORING PLAN

Environmental Management is nothing but resource management and environmental

planning is just the same as development planning. They are just the other side of the same

coin. The resource management and development planning look at the issue from narrow

micro-economical point of view while environmental management views the issue from the

broader prospective of long term sustained development option, which ensures that the

environment is not desecrated.

For the effective and consistent functioning of the project, proper environmental monitoring

programme shall be continued to be carried out at the LPG Bottling Plant.

The programme includes the following:

• Environmental Monitoring

• Personnel Training

• Regular Environmental audits and Correction measures

• Documentation–standards operation procedures Environmental Management Plan and

other records

6.1. Environmental Monitoring

Work of monitoring shall be carried out at the locations to assess the environmental health in

the post period. A post study monitoring programme is important as it provides useful

information on the following aspects.

• It helps to verify the predictions on environmental impacts presented in this study.

• It helps to indicate warnings of the development of any alarming environmental

situations, and thus, provides opportunities for adopting appropriate control measures in

advance.

The monitoring programmes in different areas of environment, outlined in the next few

sections, have been based on the findings of the impact assessment studies described in

Chapter 4. Post study monitoring programme have been summed up in Table 6.1.

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Table 6-1: Environmental Monitoring During Project Construction Stage

Sr. No. Potential Impact Action to be

Followed

Parameters for

Monitoring

Frequency of

Monitoring

1 Air Emissions All equipment’s are

operated within

specified design

parameters

Random checks

of equipment

logs/ manuals

Periodic

Vehicle trips to be

optimized to the

extent possible

Vehicle logs Periodic during

site clearance &

construction

activities

Maintenance of DG

set emissions to meet

stipulated standards

Gaseous

emissions (SO2,

HC, CO, NOx)

Periodic

emission

monitoring

Ambient air quality

within the premises of

the proposed unit to

be monitored

The ambient air

quality shall

conform to the

standards for

PM10, PM2.5,

SO2, NOx, and

CO

As per CPCB /

MPCB

requirement or

on monthly basis

whichever is

earlier

2 Noise List of all noise

generating machinery

onsite along with age

to be prepared.

Equipment to be

maintained in good

working order

Equipment logs,

noise reading

Regular during

construction

activities

Night working is to be

minimized.

Working hour

records

Daily records

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Followed

Parameters for

Monitoring

Frequency of

Monitoring

Generation of

vehicular noise.

Maintenance of

records of

vehicles

Daily records

Noise to be monitored

in ambient air within

the plant premises.

Spot noise

recording

As per CPCB/

MPCB

requirement or

on quarterly

basis whichever

is earlier

3 Wastewater

Discharge

No untreated

discharge to be made

to surface water,

groundwater or soil.

No discharge

hoses shall be in

vicinity of

watercourses.

Periodic during

construction

activities

4 Soil Erosion Protect topsoil

stockpile where

possible at edge of

site.

Effective cover

in place.

Periodic during

construction

activities

5 Drainage and

wastewater

Management

Ensure drainage

system and specific

design measures are

working effectively.

The design to

incorporate existing

drainage pattern and

avoid disturbing the

same.

Visual inspection

of drainage and

records thereof

Periodic during

construction

activities

6 Waste

Management

Implement waste

management plan that

identifies and

Comprehensive

Waste

Management

Periodic check

during

construction

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Followed

Parameters for

Monitoring

Frequency of

Monitoring

characterizes every

waste arising

associated with

proposed activities

and which identifies

the procedures for

collection, handling &

disposal of each waste

arising.

Plan should be in

place and

available for

inspection on-

site. Compliance

with MSW

Rules, 2016 and

Hazardous

Wastes

(Management,

Handling and

Transboundary

Movement)

Rules, 2016

activities

7 Health Employees and

migrant labour health

check ups

All relevant

parameters

including HIV

Regular check

ups

8 Loss of flora and

fauna

Re-vegetation as per

Forest guidelines

No. of plants,

species

During site

clearance

Table 6-2: Environmental Monitoring During Project Operation Stage

Sr. No Particulars

Monitoring Frequency

Method of Sampling


I

Air Pollution & Meteorology

A Stack Monitoring

1 D.G Sets Once As per CPCB Flue gas temp., velocity, flow, dust conc., SO2, NOx

B. Ambient Air Quality Monitoring

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1 2 No. of AAQ locations Twice in a week 24 hr.

As per NAAQs 2009 PM, SO2, NOx, Hydrocarbons as HC, VOCs

C. Meteorology

1 Wind speed, direction, temperature, relative humidity, atmospheric pressure, rainfall etc shall be monitored at plant.

II

Water and Wastewater Quality

A Domestic

1 STP Once in a Day As per CTO conditions

B. Industrial Wastewaters

1 Outlet of the ETP Once in a Day 24 hr composite

As per CTO conditions

C. Water quality

1 Ground Water Once in a month Grab

Parameters specified under IS:2295 (Class C) and IS:10500,

III

Industrial Noise Levels

1 Near administrative office

Once in 5 months

8 hr continuous with 1 hr interval


2 Pump house Noise levels in dB(A)

3 D G area Noise levels in dB(A)

Ambient Noise Levels

1 Four locations

Once in three months for the industry Once in each season for ambient noise levels

24 hr continuous with one hr interval


IV

Soil Quality

1 Inside the plant Pre-Monsoon and Post Monsoon season

Grab Physio-chemical parameters

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Ambient Air Quality

Monitoring of ambient air quality at the LPG Bottling Plant site shall be continued to be

carried out on a regular basis to ascertain the levels of hydrocarbons in the atmosphere;

ambient air quality shall be monitored as per Table 6.1& 6.2.

Surface Water Quality

Water quality constitutes another important area in the post study monitoring programme and

same will be monitored during operation phase of the project

Noise Level

Ambient noise levels will be monitored at 3 stations inside and outside the plant during

operation phase for day time and night time.

6.2. Environmental Management Cell

The location-in-charge of the LPG Bottling Plant with the assistance of operation and

maintenance engineers at respective stations presently look after environmental management.

Technical officers of the LPG Bottling Plant station shall regularly carry out the following:

• Sampling and analysis of noise and water samples.

• Systematic and routine housekeeping at the LPG Bottling Plant

6.3. Budgetary Allocation for Environmental Protection Measures

The recurring cost for environmental protection measures shall be incorporated during final

EIA report. The details of investment for procuring the equipment for efficient control and

monitoring of pollution along with annual recurring cost will be provided.

BPCL has proposed a capital investment of Rs. 301 lacs and a recurring cost of Rs. 34 lacs

per annum for environmental protection measures. The details of investment for procuring

the equipment for efficient control and monitoring of pollution along with annual recurring

cost are given in Table 6.3.

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Table 6-3: Cost of Environmental Protection Measures

S. No Description Capital Cost (Lacs) Recurring cost per

Annum (Lacs)

1. Gardening / Horticulture 27 4.0

2. Rain Water Harvesting 6 1.5

3. ETP and STP 20 3

4. Firefighting facilities and other

safety equipment Gas Monitoring

System

230 20

5. Air and Noise Pollution 8 1.5

6. Monitoring of air, water and stack

etc

10 4

Total 301 34

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7. ADDITIONAL STUDIES

This section describes about the additional studies covering Public Hearing, Quantitative Risk

Assessment, and Disaster management plan

7.1. Public Hearing

Public hearing was conducted by MPCB on 04.01.2019 at Rasayani. The Minutes of Public

Hearing and Action plan for the same are enclosed as Annexure-X in EIA report. Minutes are

also available on MPCB website

7.2. Quantitative Risk Analysis

Ultra Tech has been engaged by BPCL for carrying out Quantitative Risk Analysis study

for Proposed LPG Bottling Plant at Rasayani. Following is the Quantitative Risk Analysis

Study Report for the same based on the design/ operating information provided and suitable

conservative assumptions.

7.2.1. Conclusions

Based on the study, the following conclusions have been reached:

• Damage distances indicate possible offsite effect. However the frequency of

occurrence of such events are low.

• Individual Risk for the facility: The Individual Risk (IR) measure, expresses the risk

exposure to any Individual who is continuously present in a particular area for the

whole year. Overall IR contour for proposed BPCL Bottling Plant, Rasayani has been

presented in below Figure. The Individual Risk of the facility is found to be in

acceptable region.

• Individual Risk for the facility

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Figure 7-1: LSIR for Proposed BPCL Rasayani Plant

Societal Risk for the facility: 5.89E-06

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Figure 7-2: F-N Curve for Proposed BPCL Rasayani Plant

7.2.2. Recommendations

• Safety as a consideration; the facility must be automated in order to avoid delays in

mitigating the risks unlike in manual operations.

• LPG detection system provided at LPG storage area shall be tested to initiate an alarm at

its installed location at regular intervals to check its operability.

• A regular scheduled plant inspection shall be done for excess flow check valve in the road

tankers and the excess flow check valves on the liquid transfer line to avoid escape LPG

during loading/ unloading operations. OISD-135 on “Inspection of Loading and

Unloading Hoses” for petroleum products shall be followed for inspection and

maintenance of loading/ unloading hoses.

• Use of mechanical equipment & tools that easily generate sparks in operation should be

prohibited.

• Attention should be given to avoid possible sources of ignition. Ensure strict

implementation of ‘NO SMOKING’ and ‘NO MOBILE’ at the facility to minimize

ignition chances. The vehicles entering inside the plant should be ensured to be fitted with

flame arrestors.

• It is to be ensured that all the employees are thoroughly trained in emergency procedures.

This will include recognition of alarm signals (initial alarm, emergency, evacuation) and

personal action on instruction to evacuate.

• Work permit system must be implemented mandatorily for hazardous work in the plant.

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• Safety manual and Public awareness manual needs to be prepared and distributed to all

employees and nearby public.

• Water sprinkler arrangement should be always in working condition at the pumps area

compressor area etc.

• Entire storage and handling facility should be covered under fire hydrant and monitor

loop.

• Small leaks could occur frequently during routine operations like pump seal failure,

sample point valve or drain valve left open, flange leak etc. They should be attended to

immediately as they could escalate.

• Periodic preventive maintenance of pumps, valves, flanges, nozzles, flame arrestors,

breather valves etc. must be done.

• Inspection and testing of the major equipments e.g. LPG storage, LPG pumps and

compressors etc. should be done at regular intervals for ensuring their health and

condition monitoring.

• Loading/unloading operations should be done with proper earthing/bonding.

• Security circuit containing fusible plugs to detect heat/fire and thereby closing ROVs in

case of fire

• Emergency push buttons should be provided in LPG control room and also in field at safe

location for manual actuation of emergency shutdown interlock by the operator.

• The DG sets must be periodically tested on load to ensure that it remains always in

operating condition.

• Ensure selection of electrical/lighting equipment’s based on HAC (hazardous area

classification).

• Cathodic protection should be provided for mounded storage vessels on the external

surface.

• In order to reduce the frequency of failures and consequent risk, codes, rules and

standards framed e.g. OISD 144, SMPV rules (Unfired), gas cylinder rules etc. should be

strictly followed with respect to construction of new facilities.

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8. PROJECT BENEFITS

The Proposed project will have indirect positive impact on surrounding area which is as

mentioned below:

• Plant will be set up on barren land; hence no displacement of people is required.

• Substantial Socio-economic benefits.

• Good Techno-commercial viability.

• Around the project site semi-skilled and unskilled workmen are expected to be

available from local population in these areas to meet the manpower requirement

during construction and Operational phase.

• There will be employment opportunity for local people during construction and

operation phase.

• Infrastructural facilities will be improved due to the project.

• Critical analyses of the existing socio-economic profile of the area indicate that the

impact of the Project is expected to be of varying nature. The following are the

impacts predicted.

• Secondary employment will be generated thereby benefiting locals.

• Project will have substantial benefits in savings of transportation cost

• Thus a significant benefit to the socio-economic environment is likely to be created

due to the project.

8.1. Improvements in the Physical Infrastructure

The project will improve supply position of LPG in Raigad & nearby Districts of Maharshtra

State.

• Maintain continuity of LPG gas cylinder supply to the consumers through distributors.

• Increase the days cover for LPG storage.

• Safety measures for hazard detection and prevention system will be upgraded as per

OISD-144/OISD-150.

• By adding 3x1450 MT Mounded Bullets in phase-I and 3x1450 MT Mounded

Bullets in phase-II, risk profile of the existing plant will not be enhanced.

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• Discourage deforestation and reduce the use of fire wood and fossil fuels.

Establishment of large developmental projects improve the availability of the physical

infrastructures like approach roads, drainage, communication and transportation facilities etc.

8.2. Improvements in the Social Infrastructure

BPCL Rasayani LPG Plant shall take up some community welfare activities under Corporate

Social Responsibility as per CSR guidelines and also improve the social infrastructures like

education and health care system etc.

8.3. Employment Potential

The project shall provide employment potential under unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled

categories. The employment potential shall increase with the start of construction activities,

reach a peak during construction phase and then reduce with completion of construction

activities. During operation phase also there will be employment opportunities, mainly in

service sector, although its magnitude will be much less.

The opportunities exist mainly indirect employment with the contractors and sub-contractors.

These agencies will be persuaded to provide the jobs to local people

8.4. CSR and Socio-Economic Development

BPCL understands the obligations towards the society and to fulfill the social obligations unit

will try to generate maximum indirect employment in the nearby villages by appointing local

contractors as per skill level and availability during construction phase as well as during

operation phase. The Project Proponents will contribute reasonably as part of their Corporate

Social Responsibility (CSR) in and will carry out various activities in nearby villagesas per

Corporate CSR guidelines. Moreover, unit has planned to carry out various activities for the

up-liftment of poor people, welfare of women and labors, education of poor students as part

of CSR in the nearby villages. The various CSR activities will be palnnd in line with BPCL

Corporate CSR thrust areas which includes.

• Water conservaton

• Education

• Skill Developement

• Health & Hygine

• Community Development

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The activities listed above are not limited to and BPCL will plan and perform other activities

according to the need of local community in future. The Corporate Social Responsibility will

be as per its applicability with The Companies Act 2013. As per MOEF&CC OM no 22-

65/2017-IA.III dated 01/05/2018 greenfield project having investment of > 500 cr. to ≥ 1000

crores shall expend 1.0% under corporate Environment Responsibility (CER). Hence 4.5

crores will be spent on CER as listed below

Table 8-1: CER Budget as per Guidelines

S. N Description Cost in Crores. 1 Health Hygiene and Sanitation –

Swacchh Bharat Abhiyan 2.0

2 Education 1.0 3 Solar Power/Renewable energy 1.5

8.5. Direct Revenue Earning to the National and State Exchequer

This project will contribute additional revenue to the Central and State exchequer in the form

of excise duty, income tax, state sales tax or VAT, tax for interstate movement, corporate

taxes etc. Indirect contribution to the Central and State exchequer will be there due to Income

by way of registration of trucks, payment of road tax, income tax from individual as well as

taxes from associated units. Thus, the proposed project will help the Government by paying

different taxes from time to time, which is a part of revenue and thus, will help in developing

the area.

8.6. Other Tangible Benefits

Both tangible and non-tangible benefits will result from this activity and many of those are

described above. Apart from direct employment, many other benefits will accrue like

• Erosion control by nalla training, terracing and bunding

• Flood control by rain-water arresting, and harvesting

• Aesthetics improvement by general greening with emphasis on biodiversity

• Developed economy strengthens democratic set-up.

• Developed economy brings with it literacy and healthful living

• Improved safety-security in surrounding with better Law and Order

• Symbiosis and sustainable development will be the ultimate objective

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9. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

The Environmental Management Plan (EMP) provides an essential link between predicted

impacts and mitigation measures during implementation and operational activities. EMP

outlines the mitigation, monitoring and institutional measures to be taken during project

implementation and operation to avoid or mitigate adverse environmental impacts, and the

actions needed to implement these measures.

The likely impacts on various components of environment due to the project during

developmental activities have been identified and measures for their mitigation are suggested.

The EMP lists all the requirements to ensure effective mitigation of every potential

biophysical and socio-economic impact identified in the EIA. For each attribute, or

operation, which could otherwise give rise to impact, the following information is presented:

• A comprehensive listing of the mitigation measures

• Parameters that will be monitored to ensure effective implementation of the action

• Timing for implementation of the action to ensure that the objectives of mitigation are

fully met

The EMP comprises a series of components covering direct mitigation and environmental

monitoring, an outline waste management plan and a project site restoration plan. Therefore,

environmental management plan has been prepared for each of the above developmental

activities.

9.1. EMP during Construction Phase

Environmental pollution during construction stage will be limited and for a temporary period

during the construction activity. Construction shall be planned in such a way that excavated

material shall be disposed safely. The manpower required for these activities shall preferably

be employed from nearby villages based on skill level and availability so that avenues of

employment will be open to local people

Directly or indirectly all the environmental components get affected due to the construction

activity. The following environmental protection and enhancement measures are suggested

for implementation by the contractor or the authority during the construction as applicable.

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9.1.1. EMP for Air Environment

During the construction phase, gaseous emissions are expected from the heavy machineries

deployed for construction. All other emission sources are intermittent. Though the gaseous

emissions are not expected to contribute significantly to the ambient air quality, some generic

measures to reduce fugitive and gaseous pollutants emissions during construction phase from

point area and line sources shall include the following:

• All equipment used during construction shall have valid PUC certitifcate.

• The storage and handling of soil, sub-soils, top-soils and materials will be carefully

managed to minimize the risk of wind blown material and dust

• To avoid generation of air borne dust, water sprinkling shall be done.

• There will be no on-site burning of any waste arising from any construction activities

• All vehicles delivering construction materials or removing soil will be covered to

prevent escape of dust

• Engines and exhaust systems of all vehicle and equipment will be maintained so that

exhaust emissions do not exceed statutory limits and that all vehicles and equipment

are maintained in accordance with manufactures’ manuals. Periodic monitoring of this

shall be undertaken to ensure compliance

• Exhausts of other equipment used for construction (e.g. generators) will be positioned

at a sufficient height to ensure dispersal of exhaust emissions and meet the standards

set by SPCB.

9.1.1. Noise Environment

Noise shall be generated mainly due to operation of machinery/ equipment used for

construction and transportation of materials to the site. General noise levels due to

construction activities may sometimes go up to 90 dB (A) at the work sites during day time.

The workers in general are likely to be exposed to an equivalent noise level of 80-90 dB(A)

in an 8 hour shift for which all statutory precautions as per law shall be implemented. The

measures described below shall be able to mitigate the noise levels generated at site:

• Complete construction work especially heavy work will be done during day time.

• Vehicular movement carrying raw materials will be avoided during night time.

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• The vehicles will be regularly maintained and optimum use of the same will be made.

• Adequate PPE’s (ear plugs, ear muffs, helmet, mask etc) will be provided to the

workers.

• PUC certified vehicles will be used

9.1.2. Water Environment

During the construction phase, waste water shall be mainly generated from domestic

activities. The strength of total skilled, semiskilled and unskilled labour required for

construction is estimated at 150 (peak) and 100 (average). Most of the workers will be from

local area, wastewater generation shall be minimal. A proper drainage system shall be

constructed at site on a temporary basis at an early stage. The salient features of water quality

management shall comprise of the following:

• Raw water quality shall be checked on regular basis for essential parameters

• All sanitary waste from the site shall be treated in the STP

• Measures will be implemented to prevent seepage of liquid materials into ground

where it could contaminate groundwater;

• Ensure prompt cleaning up of accidental spillages

• Measures will be followed to prevent the contamination of hydrological features by

diesel, grease, oil, etc. derived from the working area.

• The machinery / equipment will be maintained in a good operating condition;

• Specially designated areas will be created for vehicle maintenance;

• Accidental spillages will be cleaned up promptly.

• Curing water will be sprayed and after liberal curing, all concrete structures will be

covered with gunny bags this will conserves water

• Provisions will be made to ensure the construction vehicles stick to the access track to

prevent mud & dirt being deposited on roads

• Fence will be constructed around the site to trap sediments whilst allowing the water

to flow through.

• All mud & dirt deposited on the roads from the construction activities will be cleaned.

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• Adopting good construction and engineering practices will help in mitigating the

water pollution.

9.1.3. Land Environment

Construction related activities could have an adverse impact on the soil resulting from

clearing, excavation, topsoil removal, soil disposal, road construction and refuse/ waste

disposal. The following measures shall be adopted to prevent/ reduce soil contamination:

• Litter, fuel, oil drums, used grease cartridges shall be collected and removed properly

• Dustbins / litter bins shall be placed at strategic locations

• Lubrication waste oil shall be collected separately in drums and shall be disposed off

as per standard practice accepted by the statutory authorities

9.1.4. Biological Environment

The region does not have dense vegetation and landuse is dominated by agriculture activities.

Following environemtnal managemenr measures are recommended to mitigate adverse

impacts on biological environment during construction phase:

• Native species will be preferred for plantation in addition to beautification

plants/species.

9.1.5. Socio-economic Environment

Given that the project and related developments like construction camps will not be

dependent on local resources (power, water), during both construction and operations, the

only likely impact on infrastructure would be on the roads, especially during the construction

phase. Considering the high traffic emanating during construction phase an effective traffic

management scheme will be put in place to avoid congestion on the nearby and local roads.

Local persons will get employment during Construction phase.

9.1.6. Health and Safety

• The movement of heavy equipment will be undertaken with proper precaution to

prevent any accidents on the road. Occupational risk shall be minimized at the project

site through implementation of a full proof safety system. Speed limit set for

movement of vehicles with 20 km/hr on village roads to reduce risks of accidents or

injuries.

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• Safety training shall be provided to all construction workers on operation of

equipment. Security shall also be extended during non-working hours to ensure there

is controlled access to the machinery and equipment.

• The contractors shall also be vigilant to detect workers showing symptoms of

communicable diseases. Health check up of the contract labors shall be done/

recorded at times. All illness and incidents shall be reported and recorded.

9.2. EMP during Operation Phase

In order to mitigate the impacts due to capacity of the proposed project on various

environmental components, the following environmental management measures are

recommended:

9.2.1. Solid Waste Management

• Practically, no Solid Waste shall be generated from operation of proposed Mounded

Bullets.

• Used oil (5 LPM shall be disposed of through registered vendors as per Handling of

Waste Material and Transboundary Rules, 2016 and subsequent amendments

Sr.

No.

Schedule I

Category No. Type Qty Method of Disposal

1 Solid (damaged cylinders,

parts etc.)

~ 100

cilinders/month

Sold as scrap metal to

dealers

2 Sch. 5.1 – Used Oil 5 LPM To be disposed off as per

MPCB norms

9.2.2. Air Environment

• Leak detection and repair (LDAR) program shall be implemented in the facility

• Ambient air quality with respect to SPM, RPM, SO2, NOx, H2S, CO and HC

monitoring shall be continued in the impact zone as per regulations

• To minimize occupational exposure/hazards, the present practice of using personal

protective equipment e.g. helmets, safety (gas) mask/safety dress, safety harness for

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working at heights, safety shoes, safety goggles, low temperature hand gloves &

shock resistant hand gloves etc. be ensured for workers engaged in operation of

process units within the facility complex

• Stacks of adequate height (CPCB norms) for DG Sets to ensure adequate dispersal of

pollutants will be provided.

• Waste Lube oil will not be incinerated and will be sold to MoEF/SPCB authorised

waste oil recyclers

• All access roads (internal as well as external) to be used by the project authorities will

be paved (either with WBM, concrete or bitumen) to suppress the dust generation

along the roads

9.2.3. Noise Environment

Similar measures as proposed in the construction phase for noise making machinery, to

ensure practicably low noise levels within the work environment.

• The major areas of concern for noise generation will be adequately addressed by

considering it during procurement of the machinery from vendors, project

implementation stage. Further feedback from the monitored noise levels at sensitive

locations will be taken to ensure that the impact due to high noise levels is practically

minimized

• Monitoring job and location specific noise levels for compliance with HSE

regulations by verifying acceptability of noise levels caused by the project activities

and comparison with noise criteria

• Conducting periodic audiometric tests for employees working close to high noise

levels, such as compressors, DG sets, etc

• Provision of PPE’s will be done and their proper usage will be ensured for eardrum

protection of the workers as well as visitors

• Acoustic barriers and silencers shall be used in equipment wherever necessary

• Monitoring of ambient noise levels shall also be carried out regularly both inside the

facility area as well as outside the peripheral greenbelt as per CPB regulations.

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9.2.4. Water Environment

Wastewater Management philosophy is based on following:

• There is no waste water generation from operation of proposed Mounded Bullet. The

sources of wastewater generation are as follows:

a) Sanitary Waste water from toilets, wash-rooms and canteen.

b) Non-sanitary waste water from mock fire drills

Sanitary waste water from toilets, canteen and wash rooms will be treated in STP and used

for greenbelt. Non-sanitary waste water generated from Mock Fire drill, that too once in a

month, shall be passed through vapour trap and resued for plantation/dust supression.

• Wastewater generated from cylinder washing will be treated in ETP and used for

plantation/Greenbelt

• The non-contaminated rain water is discharged directly into rain water harvesting pit

within the proposed facility.

• During rainy season, the rain water is discharged through properly designed storm

water drain after passing through vapour trap.

Rain Water Harvesting: The rain water harvesting program shall be implemented in LPG

bottling plant

9.2.5. Land Environment

• 33 % Greenbelt in and around the facility will be developed

• A record w.r.t quantity, quality and treatment/management of solid/hazardous waste

shall be maintained at environmental monitoring cell

9.2.6. Biological Environment

Development of green belt with carefully selected plant species is of prime importance due to

their capacity to reduce noise and air pollution impacts by attenuation/assimilation and for

providing food and habitat for local micro fauna.

Green Belt Plantation

Plant species act as bio-monitoring agent to monitor the air environment as well as to keep

and maintain the project environ healthy. Trees have substantial inter-specific as well as

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intra-specific variation in air pollution tolerance. Green Belt development / tree plantation in

organized manner will be done through development of 33% green belt in the proposed

project site.

It is suggested that local trees will be planted in the project site, to reduce the impact of

proposed activities in the surroundings of the project site. The species that have history of

good survival and growth under similar site conditions shall be planted. The native species

shall be planted.

Table 9-1: Tolerant Plant Species For Green Belt Development

Sr. No

Tree Sr. No Shrubs & Bushes

1. Acacia nilotica 1. Bougainvillea sp. 2. Albizzia lebbek 2. Calotropis procera 3. Alstonia macrophylla 3. Psidium guajava 4. Anthocephalus cadamba 4. Lantana camara 5. Artocarpus heterophylia 5. Nerium odorum 6. Azadirachta indica 6. Jatropha. 7. Bauhinia recemosa 7. Ixora 8. Butea monosperma 9. Cassia fistula 10. Delonix regia 11. Dalbergia sissoo 12. Ficus benghalensis 13. Legerstroemia speciosa 14. Madhuca indica 15. Mangifera indica 16. Mimusops elengi 17. Michelia Champaca 18. Prosopis juliflora 19. Polyalthia longifolia 20. Pongamia piñnata 21. Syzygium cumini 22. Tamarindus indica 23. Terminalia cadamba 24. Tectona grandis

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Suggested for Plantation

Species have been suggested by considering various biological and environmental role of the

various plant species like Dust Control, Noise Control, Absorptions of Gases, Drought

resistance, Fire Resistance etc. Some flowering herbs and subs have been suggested to

enhance aesthetic beauty of the project site area. The total land area of project is 195514.35

m2. Available green belt area is 32283 m2. The plantation will be carried out after the

commencement of the project.

9.2.7. Socio-economic Environment

In order to mitigate the impacts likely to arise out of the proposed project and also to

maintain good will of local people, steps will be taken for improving the social environment.

Necessary social welfare measures by the industry shall be undertaken in gaining public

confidence and to meet local area development requirement. The following measures are

suggested:

• BPCL shall continue to undertake social welfare programs for the betterment of the

Quality of Life of villages around in collaboration with the local bodies.

• As per the thirust area of BPCL CSR policy projects will be implemented.

• Health & Safety training programme will be conducted in the nearby villages.

9.3. Environmental Management Cell

Implementation of the Environmental Management Plan needs suitable organisation and

manpower and success of any Evironmental Mnagement Pogramme depends upon the

efficiency of the organizational setup responsible for the implementation of the programme.

Regular monitoring of the various environmental parameters is also necessary to evaluate the

effectiveness of the management programme so that corrective action / measure can be taken

in case there are some drawbacks in the proposed programme.

All the staff (BPCL, contract labour,security etc.) available in the LPG Plant will be trained

& will have having sufficient educational and professional qualification and experience in the

field of environmental management is nominated to discharge responsibilities related to

environmental management. Plant HSSE dept. will under all the activity. This dept.will be

under the overall supervision of the Plant Manager and is responsible for monitoring of the

implementation of the various actions which are to be executed by the agencies specified in

the EMP. The broad functions of EMC are:

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• To implement the environmental management plan,

• To assure regulatory compliance with all relevant rules and regulations

• To ensure compliance with EC conditions

• To minimize environmental impacts of operations as by strict adherence to the EMP

• To initiate environmental monitoring as per approved schedule, through approved

MPCB party.

• Review and interpretation of monitored results and corrective measures in case

monitored results are above the specified limit.

• Maintain documentation of good environmental practices and applicable

environmental laws as ready reference.

• Maintain environmental related records.

• Coordination with regulatory agencies, external consultants, monitoring laboratories.

• Maintain log of public complaints and the action taken

9.4. Safety, Health and Environmental Policy of BPCL

BPCL has the highest concern and commitment for protecting the Health and Safety of all

employees, contractors, customers and the communities in which BPCL operates and for

conservation of the Environment. BPCL comply with all Statutory Regulations and may even

go beyond these for the benefit of our environment. BPCL consider Health, Safety and

Environmental aspects are an integral part of BPCL’s business planning and operation

processes.

HSE Policy:

Based on these guiding principles, BPCL shall demonstrate their commitment by:

• Providing and maintaining safe facilities and working conditions.

• Recognizing that all employees have responsibility for their own safety and actions

which could affect the safety of others.

• Adoption of appropriate technologies to minimize the impact of our activities on the

Environment

BPCL shall establish clear objectives and targets to:

• Improve continuously for prevention of accidents occupational illnesses and

minimising any impact of our activities on the environment.

• Promote learning through training and sharing of experiences and best practices;

including with contractors, customers and the public, wherever required.

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• Inculcate values and attitudes conducive to achieve excellence in Health, Safety and

Environmental performance.

BPCL shall provide means to achieve their mission by:

• Assigning clear roles and responsibilities at all levels and periodically reviewing and

recognizing contribution to HSE objectives.

• Allocating adequate resources.

• Fostering a spirit of participation by all employees in Health, Safety and

Environmental conservation efforts.

• Creating appropriate forums for deliberations on Health, Safety and Environmental

issues.

BPCL shall monitor performance by:

• Periodically auditing work processes, systems practices and promptly correcting

deficiencies.

• Incorporating HSE performance as a parameter for assessing the overall performance

of Employees, Business Units, Contractors and Business Associates.

Security Policy

BPCL has the highest concern for the Security of human lives and Corporation’s properties,

goods and services. BPCL is also committed to be alert and responsible to prevent theft, mis-

use, loss, damage, pilferage and sabotage of any nature which will hamper their business

interests / continuity. Commensurate with this commitment, BPCL shall:

• Adhere to security rules, regulations and laws of the land.

• Provide effective and proactive measures for Physical and Internal Security as

explained in the Security Manual – at all Refineries and Marketing establishments.

• Keep ourselves in readiness to meet all emergency situations by appropriate action

plans.

• Actively participate in implementation of security measures to combat external

threats.

• Reinforce the security set up by providing regular trainings and up gradation of

facilities.

• Monitor effectiveness of security measures by surprise checks, mock drills and take

corrective actions.

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10. DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED

This EIA report is prepared by Environmental Consultants M/s ULTRA-TECH

Environmental Consultancy & Laboratory, who have been accredited by QCI-NABET vide

certificate no: NABET/EIA/1720/RA0094 on behalf of the BPCL, taking inputs from

proponent’s office staff, their consultants, Project Management Professionals etc.

ULTRA-TECH offers environmental consultancy services to assist its clients to obtain

environmental clearance from respective authorities.

Ultra-Tech also provide STP/ETP /WTP project consultancy on turn-key basis apart from

Operation and Maintenance of these projects on annual contract basis. Also, having MoEF

approved environmental laboratory, Ultra-Tech provide laboratory services for monitoring

and analysis of various environmental media like air, water, waste water, stack, noise and

meteorological data to its clients all over India and abroad.

Credentials:

• State of Art Environmental Laboratory & Trained Manpower, Gazetted by

MoEF&CC

• Environmental Advisor for Municipal Corporation, Federation of All India Textile

Manufacturing Association and All India Lead Manufacturing Association

• Affiliated to Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), Hyderabad and United States

Green Building Council (USGBC), US.

• ISO 9001:2008, 9001:2015, Quality Management System implemented.

• Environmental Consultants for All India Lead Manufacturing Association.

• Environmental Consultants for Federation of All India Textile Manufacturing

Association

ULTRA-TECH Environmental Consultancy and Laboratory [recognised by Ministry of

Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Govt. of India] is an established Environmental

Services provider since 1986. We celebrated our Silver Jubilee in 2011.

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ULTRA-TECH is serving in six environmental Domains

• EIA studies and Environmental Clearance

• Environmental Due Diligence and Audits,

• Water and Wastewater Project consultancy and turnkey execution,

• Post EC Compliances,

• Environmental laboratory services and

• O&M for ETP/STP

ULTRA-TECH has well developed infrastructure at Thane, Pune, Kochi, Bangalore, Kolkata

and

Singapore to cater to needs of the clients for all environmental services.

Environmental Laboratory Services

Our Environmental Laboratory, recognised by Ministry of Environment and Forests [MoEF],

Government of India, is committed to provide Laboratory Services to valuable clients. Our

laboratory is based in Thane plays a vital role in monitoring and analysis of environmental

attributes like air, water, wastewater, microbiological (Coliform) and biological (Phyto and

Zooplanktons, Benthic Micro and Macro invertebrates, Fish), soil, sludge, sediment, noise

stack, etc.

Monitoring & Analysis Services

• We have been providing following monitoring and analysis services for:

• Drinking water, packaged water, waste water,

• Industrial effluent analysis,

• Microbial analysis for potability,

• Ambient air quality monitoring,

• Stack / process emission monitoring,

• Efficiency assessment for air pollution control equipments,

• Work place monitoring,

• Monitoring as per the requirement of OSHA, ISO, factory act requirement,

• Soil & sludge analysis,

• MSW / hazardous waste analysis

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Documents

Project Proponent Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Express Highway, Opp. Cadbury Factory, Khopat, Thane 400 601, Maharashtra, India, Tel No. 022 25342776/2538 0198/ 25331438, Fax