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6TH RAILWAY LINE PROJECT
(Submitted to Mumbai Metropolitan Region DevelopmentAuthority,
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Sr. No. Description PageNumber
Executive Summary
1.0 Introduction 11.1 Background 11.2 Statement Of Purpose 1
2.0 Project Details 22.1 Project Need And Details 22.2 Project
Components and Status 2
3.0 Scope And Methodology 43.1 Scope and Methodology 432. Legal
Requirements 6
4.0 Baseline Environmental Status And Impacts 94.1 Terrain and
Geology 94.2 Climate 94.3 Ambient Air Quality 94.4 Noise Levels
94.5 Ground and Surface Water Quality 104.6 Natural Habitats and
Ecology 114.7 Landuse 124.8 Resettlement and Rehabilitation 124.9
Archaeological and Cultural Property 12
5.0 Assessment of Environmental Mitigation Measures 155.1
Introduction 155.2 Site Findings and Compliance for EHS Mitigation
15
Measures
6.0 Environmental Monitoring And Reporting 236.1 Environmental
Monitoring Program 236.2 Institutional Setup 27
6.2.1 Institutional strengthening 296.3 Estimated Cost of EMP
Implementation 30
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LIST OF TABLES
Table Description Page NumberNumber
1.0 Project Components 3
2.0 Detailed Scope and Methodology 53.0 Trees to be Felled 114.0
Impact Matrix 135.1 EHS Mitigation Measures (Pre-Construction /
Design Stage) 175.2 EHS Mitigation Measures (Construction Stage)
195.3 EHS Mitigation Measures (Operation Stage) 226 Monitoring
during Construction Phase 247 Monitoring Program during Operation
Phase 268 Training Program for Institutional Strengthening 29
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Number Description1.0 Map of proposed 5'n and 6'n line
between Kurla and Thane2.1 Existing Organization Framework For
Central Railway-Construction
Phase2.2 Existing Organization Framework For Central
Railway-Operation Phase
LIST OF ANNEXURES
Annex DescriptionNumber
I .A Terms of Reference for carrying out Environmental Audit of
Railway Projects1.B Legal Requirements2. Site Photographs3. Public
Consultation Details4. Summary of findings of the Initial
Environment Screening Study(October 2000)5. Tree Cutting
Permission6. Summary of Cultural Property Rehabilitation
1.7. Special conditions for safety common to all tenders of
Central Railway8. Environment/ Health/ Safety Inspection Sheet
9.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~. FDocumentation to be maintained by contractor
or railway site engineer on snte10. Format for survival reporting
for tree plantation
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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
AAQ: Ambient Air Quality
CPCB: Central Pollution Control Board
CEMP: Community Environment Management Plans
EA: Environmental Assessment
EMP: Environmental Management Plan
EHS Environment, Health and Safety
FOB: Foot over-bridges
GOM: Government of Maharashtra
MMR: Mumbai Metropolitan Region
MOEF: Ministry of Environment and Forests
MGGM: Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai
MMRDA: *Mumbai Metropolitan Regional Development Authority
MLEA: Micro-Level Environmental Assessment
MRVC: Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation
MSEB: Maharashtra State Electricity Board
MUTP: Mumtai Urban Transport Project
PIA: Project Implementation Agency
PUC Pollution Under Control
RAP: Rehabilitation Action Plan
ROW: Right of Way
R&R Resettlement and Rehabilitation
SES: Serene Environmental Services
CR: Central Railway
WR: Western Railway
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP) has identified a
number of sub-projects tostrengthen the suburban rail transport'and
road transport in Greater Mumbai and MumbaiMetropolitan Region
(MMR) as a whole. MUTP places considerable emphasis on
improvingpublic transport including the railway capacity.
As per requirement of The World Bank, Environmental Assessments
(EA) was done for someof these sub-projects in the years 1996 to
1998. Also, a consolidated EA was prepared forthe entire MUTP
project. Public consultation have also been conducted for MUTP and
itsvarious components. Environmental Management Plans (EMP) was
prepared as a part ofthese EAs, which included mitigation measures
for minimising adverse environmentalimpacts. Currently, several of
these sub-projects are in different stages of construction andMMRDA
desires to carry out an assessment of the relevant EMPs.
This assignment pertains to the EMP assessment/audit for the 5th
and 6' line constructionbetween Kurla and Thane stations on Central
Railway (CR). This project is beingimplemented by the CR.
Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has
retained the services ofSerene Environmental Services (SES) to
carry out Environmental Audit for railway projects ofMUTP.
2.0 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDYThe Objectives of Environmental Audit
are as follows:0 Verify the implementation of EMP delineated in the
IES (Initial Environmental Screening)
report prepared by MMRDA/MRVC.O Assess the status of
environmental impacts during ongoing construction and operation
0 Assess whether any environmental mitigation measures are
required based on in goingcompleted works.
0 Document lessons that can be useful for future projects.0
Mitigate environmental impacts on the water quality, water flow due
to construction of
bridges
3.0 PROJECT COMPONENTS
The broad components of the project can be grouped under the
following heads:* Earthwork for laying of rail tracks between
stations* Construction of additional il)frastructure at various
stations such as New Platforms,
Booking office, Foot over-bridges (FOB) modifications, Extension
of level crossings, etc.
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* Construction of major and minor bridges at various locations*
Construction of miscellaneous structures such as drainage, boundary
walls etc.
The broad project components and implementation status of the
same are given below inTable 1.0. Only 5 to 10% of work is
complete. Removal of encroachments is a major issue,which is
delaying further construction work.
3.1 Applicable Legal Requirements
The applicable Indian environmental regulations, World Bank
policies/directives and GOMdirectives for all MUTP projects are
given in detail in Annex 1 B. This EMP's for the Kurla-Thane
project have been prepared within the framework of the Consolidated
EnvironmentalAssessment (CEA), Report for MUTP, 2002. The legal
requirements applicable to the Kurla-Thane project are as
follows:
Indian Environmental and Other RegulationsO Environmental
(Protection) Act, 1986, associated Rules and Notifications under
the Act.n The Maharashtra (Urban Areas) Preservation of Trees Act,
1975O Land Acquisition Act 1894 (LA Act):O Maharashtra Regional and
Town Planning Act, 1966 (MR&TP Act):O Development Control
Regulations for Greater Mumbai 1991 (DCRs):
World Bank Policieso Environmental Assessment (OP 4.01)O
Involuntary Resettlement (OD 4.30)O Cultural Property (OP
4.11):
4.0 BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS and IMPACTS
The Initial Environmental Screening conducted by MMRDA in
October 2000 has not indicatedany significant environmental impacts
from the project apart from R&R issues. The projectsummary of
impacts is presented in Table A.
4.1 Ambient Air Quality
4.3 Ambient Air Quality
Current AAQ Monitoring DataPrimary or secondary data is not
available near the railway tracks on this stretch. Typically,high
values of NOx and SPM are recorded near congested locations
adjacent to railway
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stations. This situation generally eases out at location between
the station areas near therailway tracks.
Impacts During Construction PhaseMajor construction work is only
5 to 10% complete. Construction such as earthwork, majorbridges
etc. were not in progress during the study period. Thus impacts on
air quality due toconstruction activity cannot be assessed.
During Operation PhaseDuring the operation stage, there will be
no impact on air quality, as electric trains will beoperated on the
proposed track.
4.2 Noise Impacts
Baseline DataBaseline data for the project site is not
available. However, spot monitoring of noise done atresidential
areas near railway tracks on the Borivali-Virar and
Santacruz-Borivali stretchindicate levels exceeding the noise
standards. Typical peak noise levels near the tracks dueto train
movement have been recorded between 85 to 90 dB(A). These are much
higher thatthe 55 and 45 dB(A) day and night time standards.
Impacts During Construction PhaseConstruction work.was not in
progress during study period. However, assessment of noiselevels
during construction activity at the BVQR project clearly suggested
that constructionactivity would not significantly increase the
noise tevels from the baseline levels. Theconstruction activity
such as earth-working, and miscellaneous civil structures'does
notinvolve operations such as DG sets, blasting, drilling etc. The
same conditions will generally Iapply to this project.
Impacts During Operation PhaseExisting baseline noise levels in
this area exceeds the CPCB noise standards for residentialarea.
This is typically found near the railway stations, where
residential areas are locatedquite close (30 to 100 m) to railway
tracks. Boundary wall will be constructed along therailway land,
however this is not expected to have much potential for noise
attenuation, asresidential building are located very close to the
tracks and are 3 to 4 storey high. Providing abarrier all along the
track to this height may not be feasible. Source reduction
techniques byproviding better track/wheel interface and track
modification may be more appropriate fornoise reduction.
4.3 Ground and Surface Water Quality
During Construction Phase
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There are no water bodies of any significance (lakes, rivers,
creek etc.) present in the Kurla-Thane rail corridor. In fact most
of the area is dense Built-up area. Thus there would nothave been
any adverse environmental impact on water bodies.
The shifting of drain by 6m between Vidyavihar and Ghatkopar
station will not have anyadverse environmental impacts. Permissions
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During Operation PhaseThe operation of the project is not likely
to have a significant impact on water bodies due tothe following
reasons:
* Wastewater generated at new platform at Thane will be
discharged into existingsewerage network.
. Drains will be constructed near the tracks to avoid flooded
during monsoons.There is no other activity which generates effluent
and which can adversely affectany water body.
4.4 Natural Habitats and Ecology
Management and conservation of natural habitats likely to be
affected by this project isrequired by The World Bank Operational
Policy OP 4.04. There are no natural habitats alongthis route such
as forests, mangroves, which require protection. Some trees in the
ROW willhave to be felled. 308 trees will have to be felled and 225
trees will have to be transplanted.
lmpacts During Construction PhaseLoss of vegetation along the
ROW is to be expected andlcannot be avoided. Permission forfelling
of these trees has been obtained from MCGM. The pefmission requires
CR to plant916 trees CR will carry out this plantation for
enhancement of the area. Plantation activity isproactive and
plantation targets are normally set for various CR managers.
lmpacts During Operation PhaseImpacts on ecology is not expected
during the operation stage as the project is coming upalongside the
existing tracks and there is no forest and other sensitive
ecological reservesnear the tracks that can be affected due to
operation of additional rakes.
4.5 Landuse
This rail corridor is large built-up area with no significant
ecological resources, water bodiesetc. There are mixed use and
residential areas immediately adjacent to the corridorboundary.
Impacts
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The land-use pattern will not change significantly due to the
implementation of the project as itwill come up alongside the
existing tracks.
There are about 2131 project-affected households (PAHs) which
need resettlement.Resettlement and rehabilitation (R&R) of the
PAH is being done by MMRDA as per theRehabilitation Action Plan
(RAP) of Govt. of Maharashtra. Site specific CommunityEnvironment
Management Plans (CEMP) are being prepared separately by MMRDA
fortransit and permanent locations.
4.8 Resettlement and RehabilitationThere are about 2131
project-affected households (PAHs) which need
resettlement.Resettlement and rehabilitation (R&R) of the PAH
is being done by MMRDA as per theRehabilitation Action Plan (RAP)
of Govt. of Maharashtra. Site specific CommunityEnvironment
Management Plans (CEMP) are being prepared separately by MMRDA
fortransit and permanent locations.
4.9 Archaeological and Cultural PropertyRehabilitation of
Cultural Property such as archaeological and historical sites,
religious(temples, mosques etc.) affected by project activities is
required by The World BankOperational Policy 4.11 on Cultural
Property Preservation.
There are four religious structures (Temples) that will be
affected by the project.Rehabilitation work along with the local
residents and NGO's are in progress. A summary ofthese structures
and then proposed/executed rehabilitation measures is given in
Annex 6.
A summary of the impacts during construction and operation
phases of the project isgiven in Table A
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Table A Impact Matrix
No. Parameter Impacts During Construction phase Impacts During
operation phase
1. Air Quality Major construction work was not ini progress
during study No negative impacts during operation phase.period.
2. Noise Major construction work was not ini progress during
study Existing baseline noise levels in this area is expected
toperiod. Thus impacts on noise levels due to construction exceed
the CPCB noise standards for residential area. Thisactivity cannot
be assessed. is typically found near the railway tracks where
residential
areas are located quite close (30 to 50 m) to railway
tracks.
Boundary walls of 2m height will be constructed along therailway
land near the tracks, however this is not expected tohave much
potential for noise attenuation, as residentialbuilding are located
very close to the tracks and are 3 to 4storey high. Providing a
barrier all along the track to thisheight may not be feasible.
Source reduction techniques byproviding better track/wheel
interface and track modificationmay be more appropriate for noise
reduction.
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Table A Cont
No. Parameter Impacts During Construction phase Impacts During
operation phase
3. Water Quality No water bodies of any significance such as
lakes, rivers, No significant adverse impacts as effluent fromcreek
etc. present in the Kurla-Thane rail corridor. No platforms will be
discharged into existing sewers.adverse environmental impact on any
waier body. No other source of effluent during operation.
4. Ecology Trees in the ROW will be lost. This loss is expected
and No adverse impacts on ecology during operationcannot be
avoided. Permission for felling of trees has phase. No forest and
other sensitive ecologicalbeen obtained from the Tree Officer. CR
will be doing reserves located in the rail corridor.track-side and
other plantation for enhancement of thearea after construction
activity is complete as per thepermission obtained.
5. Landuse The land-use pattem has not changed significantly due
to No adverse impacts expected.the implementation of the project as
i has come upalongside the existing tracks.
There are 2131 project-affected households (PAHs),which need
resettlement. Resettlement and rehabilitationof the PAH is being
done by MMRDA as per theRehabilitation Action Plan (RAP) of Govt.
of Maharashtra.
6. Archaeological There are four religious structures (Temples)
that will be No adverse impacts expected.and Cultural affected by
the project. Rehabilitation work along with theProperty. local
residents and NGO's are in progress. A summary of
these structures and then proposed/executed\rehabilitation
measures is given in Annex 6..
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5.0 Assessment of Environmental Mitigation Measures
The assessment included the following:
* Audit of the project site and activities to deternine the
extent of compliance withEnvironment, Health and Safety (EHS)
mitigation measures defined in '(IES) InitialEnvironmental
Screening Report prepared by MMRDA.
* Determining adequacy of earlier EMP and proposing additional
Measures.
The construction work for the project is only about 5 to 10%
complete. Construction activitysuch as earth-working etc. was not
in progress and thus EHS measures cannot beaudited/assessed for the
construction phase. Most tenders for various construction workshave
been finalised. The earlier IES report and the current site visits
have not revealed anysignificant adverse environmental impact
caused due the already completed activity.
Thus, as far as this project is concerned, recommendations for
EMP implementation includethe following:
. EHS mitigation measures that could be induded as a requirement
for contractors forremaining construction works.
* EMP monitoring and reporting during operational stage.*
Institutional mechanism for EMP implementation
5.1 Site Findings And Compliance For EHS Mitigation Measures
The construction works carried out and the rail operation in
this project is similar to the onebeing carried out for the
Borivali-Virar Quadrupling of Rail project. Thus the EMP
measureswould be similar and are presented in Table 4.1 to 4.3 for
the design, construction andoperation stages. The mitigation
measures in these tables have been modified in light of thefindings
of the audit done on the BVQR project sites.
The EHS issues are addressed for the components given below for
design, construction andoperation phases of the project.
* Ecological impacts such as tree cutting and destruction of
mangroves.* Resettlement and rehabilitation* Utility relocation*
Generation of Dust due to construction activity. Construction
Vehicle /equipment exhaust emissions* Noise from vehicles, plants
and equipment* Contamination of water bodies* Ecological impacts
such as tree cutting and destruction of mangroveso Soil erosiono
Debris disposal
lInitial Environment Screening Report for Kurla-Thane 5"' and 6"
Lines, MMRDA,,Octobcr, 2000
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* Soil contamination by construction wastes, fuel etc.* Land
degradation in quarry area.* Health and hygiene at construction
labour camps• Delays and congestion on tracks* Traffic Control and
Safety* Occupational Health and Safety
Critical EHS recommendations for the project are given below,
more details on audit findings andrecommendations are available in
Tables 4.1 to 4.3 of this report.
Pre-construction and design stage:
1. Permissions for Shifting of drain (Nallah) and MCGM water
pipeline has been obtained.2. Resettlement is currently being
carried out by MMRDA as per RAP of GOM. Separate
Transit and permanent accommodations for project affected
households should be audited atleast 6 monthly.
3. Permissions for felling of trees obtained from local
authority (MCGM).
Construction Phase
1. Road wetting for earth-working operations for minimising dust
emissions.2. All contractors to make sure that all dumpers and
other vehicles being used at site have been
checked for vehicle emissions and have a valid PUC
certificate.3. A documented procedure to be made by all contractors
clearly prohibiting discharge/dumping
of waste material into any water body.4. A clear documented
procedure to be made part of the tender documents, requiring
contractors to dispose debris in low-lying areas away from water
bodies, as fill material only.5. Documentation such as quarry
release receipt issued by the District Fevenue officer at the
quarry site to be available at construction site.6. Safety and
hazard posters and signs should be clearly displayed at locations
such as plafform
works, level crossings, Station building construction areas
etc.7. An engineering work permit is made by Western Railway for
each site, after inspection of
safety conditions as per tender requirements. C.R. to assure
that a similar procedure for workpermit is followed at all
construction sites
8. First aid boxes to be made available at site.9. Ambient Air
and Noise monitoring as per Table 6 and procedure in Section
6.1
Operation Phase1. A detailed survey to be done in the railway
corridor to determine areas where additional track-
side and other plantation (In additional to compensatory
plantation) could be done and aplantation plan to be prepared..
Plan should be prepared by CR and forwarded to MMRDAfor approval
one month before completion of construction activities.
2. Regular maintenance of plantation.and reporting as per EMP3.
Noise monitoring as per Table 7 and procedures in Section 6.1.
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6.0 Environmental Monitoring and Reporting
Ste visits and interviews have revealed the following facts
related to environmentalmanagement organisation:
. In the consolidated EA report for MUTP, MRVC was reported to
be the ProjectImplementation Agency (PIA). However, Central Railway
(CR) is the PIA for this project.MRVC is the coordinating agency to
facilitate communication between MMRDA and CR.
* CR has incorporated certain EHS elements in the tender
documents.* Environmental monitoring is currently not required to
be done by the contractors. Apart
from periodic general inspections, currently there is no
feedback mechanism for EHSelements of the project.
Major significant impacts would be the displacement of project
affected people and cutting ofvegetation along the ROW. The
monitoring of R&R components is being covered separatelyas a
part of another study and permnissions have been taken earlier for
cutting of vegetation.
Comprehensive periodic site inspection programs for EHS elements
and_ a regular.environmental monitoring program will best achieve
the objectives of monitoring describedabove for this project.
The recommended EMP monitoring and reporting mechanism,
inspection schedule - format -responsibilities, current
institutional mechanism, training requirements etc. are given in
detailin Section 6.1 of this report.
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background
The Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP) has identified a
number of sub-projects tostrengthen the suburban rail transport and
road transport in Greater Mumbai and MumbaiMetropolitan Region
(MMR) as a whole. MUTP places considerable emphasis on
improvingpublic transport including the railway capacity.
As per requirement of The World Bank, Environmental Assessments
(EA) was done for somethese sub-projects in the years 1996 to 1998.
Also, a consolidated EA was prepared for theentire MUTP project.
Environmental Management Plans (EMP) was prepared as a part ofthese
EAs, which included mitigation measures for minimising adverse
environmentalimpacts. Currently, several of these sub-projects are
in different stages of construction andMMRDA desires to carry out
an assessment of the relevant EMPs.
This assignment pertains to the EMP assessment/audit for the 5th
and 6'h lineconstruction between Kurla and Thane stations on
Central Railway (CR). This projectis being implemented by the
CR.
1.2 Statement of purpose
Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has
retained the services ofSerene Environmental Services (SES) to
carry out Environmental Audit for railway projectsof MUTP. The
scope of work is as per TOR given in the RFP no.
PD/MUTP/EA/701/2001dated October 16, 2001 (Annex 1). The work was
awarded to SES on November 7, 2001,after final negotiations on
November6, 2001.
Obiectives of the studv:
*' Verify the implementation of EMP delineated in the 'IES
(Initial Environmental Screening)report prepared by MMRDA/MRVC.
1' Assess the status of environmental impacts during ongoing
construction and operation*1 Assess whether any environmental
mitigation measures are required based on in going
completed works.P, Document lessons that can be useful for
future projects.
* Mitigate environmental impacts on the marine water quality,
water flow due toconstruction of bridges
Initial Environment Screening Report for Kurla-Thane 5th and 6"'
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2.0 PROJECT DETAILS
2.1 Project Need and Details
As a part of MUTP, railway has proposed to undertake a project
on the provision of 5th and 6'hlines between Kurla and Thane. The
scope of the project includes laying of additional tworailway lines
between Kurla and Thane for a length about 16 Km. The proposed
project willenhance the capacity of existing suburban and non
suburban traffic between Kurla andThane. The benefits of this
project are:
* Segregation of suburban and non-suburban traffic between Kurla
and Thane, thusproviding capacity on long distance lines to allow
more trains to a new passenger terminalat Kurla.
* To bridge the shortfall in capacity of 15000 passengers per
hour on this section inassociation with optimization on Central
Railway and conversion of 9-car rakes to 12-caron local lines.
The proposed 5 th and 6'h lines will run parallel to existing
tracks on the eastern side. FigureI shows the route of the proposed
line. Photo I in Annex 2 shows the existing lines atGhatkopar
station. The eastern section where the new lines will be
constructed can also beseen in the photograph. It will take off
from a suitable point between Kurla and Vidyaviharstation, which is
an extension of Kurla Yard only. Thereafter, the new lines will
pass throughthe stations of Ghatkopar, Vikhroli, Kanjur Marg,
Bhandup and Mulund . Thereafter, the newlines will join existing up
and main lines at a suitable point at Thane at Kalyan end of
newPlafform to be constructed at Thane for 5 th and 6th line.
Bridges:The project includes the construction of about 5 major
bridges and 41 minor bridges betweenKurla and Thane.
Stations:All together, there are 8 stations between Kurla and
Thane.
2.2 Project Components and Status
The broad components of the project can be grouped under the
following heads:* Earthwork for laying of rail tracks between
stations* Construction of additional infrastructure at various
stations such as New Plafforms,
Booking office, Foot over-bridges (FOB) modifications, Extension
of level crossings, etc.• Construction of major and minor bridges
at various locations* Construction of miscellaneous structures such
as drainage, boundary walls etc.
The broad project components and implementation status of the
same are given below inTable 1.0. Only 5 to 10% of work is
complete. Removal of encroachments is a majorissue, which is
delaying further construction work.
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Table I Project ComponentsNo. Stations Existing Features and
Work Current Status
Description1. Kurla Station New Railway Quarters Yet to
begin
2. Between Kurla and 5' and 6n line will start betweenVidyavihar
Station these stations.
Earth Work and Track laying Yet to begin3. Vidyavihar Station
FOB modification Yet to begin
.ismantling of railway quarters Yet to begin
Track modification (Yard Yet to beginremodeling)
4. Between Vidyavihar A 6m drain -running parallel to Municipal
permissionsto Ghatkopar station existing tracks on the east side
for a obtained. Work yet to begin
short distance needs to be shiftedby about 6m to make way for
thenew tracks. (See Photo 2)A water pipeline of Municipal Municipal
permissionsCorporation of Greater Mumbai obtained. Work yet to
begin(MCGM) will need to be elevated toaccommodate new tracks.
(SeePhoto 3) Earth Work for Track laying Yet to begin
Private land acquisition Yet to begin
Existing MCGB water pipeline Yet to beginmodification.Road
Over-bridge Yet to begin
5. Ghatkopar Station FOB extension and booking office In
Progress
6. Between Ghatkopar Earth Work for track laying 70% completeto
Vikhroli Station
Removal and Resettlement of In progressencroachmentsExtension of
level crossing Complete
7. Vikhroli Station FOB extension (2 nos.) and booking Yet to
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No. Stations Existing Features and Work Current
StatusDescription _
8. Between Vikhroli to Shifting of Drain (Nallah) Yet to
beginKanjur Marg stations
Removal and Resettlement of In progressencroachmentsEarth Work
for track laying Yet to begin
9. Kanjur Marg Station FOB extension Yet to start
10. Between Kanjur Marg Earth Work for track laying 80%
completeand Bhandup _Stations Removal and Resettlement of Almost
complete
encroachments11; Bhandup station No physical works12. Between
Bhandup New FOB - Level crossing No. 17 Complete and operating
and Mulund station is closed.
E,arth Work for track laying Pending
13. Mulund Station FOB extension Pending
14. Between Mulund to Earth Work for track laying PendingThane
Station
Shifting of existing drain by 6m Pending
New ROB - Level crossing near CompleteThane closed.
15. Thane Station New Platform Complete
Track modification In Progress.
16. Entire length between Construction of 5 Major bridges (>
Pending - only 5 to 10 % ofKurla and Thane 12 m span) and 41 minor
bridges total project work is complete
(across small culverts etc.) at at this stage.various
locations.
17. Entire length between Construction of boundary wall About 2
km of boundary wallKurla and Thane is made.
3.1 SCOPE AND METHODOLOGY
As described earlier, an Initial Environment Screening was done
in October 2000 for theKurla-Thane project.. Also, a consolidated
EA was prepared for the entire MUTP project.Environmental
Management Plans (EMP) was prepared as a part of these EAs,
whichincluded mitigation measures for minimizing adverse
environmental impacts. An assessmentof Alternative Sites for the
Kurla-Thane project was not carried out since the proposed
lines
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will be coming up adjacent to the existing lines with a view to
enhancing the capacity of theselines. Public consultation have also
been conducted for MUTP and its various components.The details of
which are given in Annex 3.
The various tasks and methodology followed for completing these
objectives are given belowin Table 2.0. Methodology followed is as
per the Inception Report of the project.
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Table 2 Detailed Scope and MethodologyScope Methodology
Task IReview of previous reports such as These reports were
reviewed for understanding the projectengineering design, MUTP
background.consolidated EA report etc.Task 2 The 'Environmental
Screening Report for the project hasDetermination of significant
impacts on concluded that environmental impacts from the project
arethe air, noise and ecological mainly limited to R&R issues
and shifting of utilities etc.environment that have occurred due to
The Site visits were made along ROW of the proposedcurrent
construction works and future tracks and facilities such as
stations etc. to verify findings.planned activities. Ambient Air
Quality
Ambient air quality impacts during construction stages ofthe
project cannot be assessed, as major construction workis pending.
Only about 5 to 10 % of overall work iscompleted.Noise
ImpactsBaseline noise levels at locations near existing tracks
arealready high. No monitoring envisaged. Conclusions willbe based
on findings of the BVQR Audit and 3Santacruz-Borivali Audit
project.Water QualityNo water body of importance on this line. No
impact onsurface or ground water quality expected. Watermonitoring
not envisaged. Impacts on water quality due toplanned construction
of platforms; sanitary facilities etc willbe assessed.Soil
QualityMajority of earthwork and construction of bridges etc.
ispending. Only 5-10% work completed. As concluded inBVQR audit
project, ambient air quality and visualassessment did not indicate
significant adverse impacts insoil quality. Soil analysis is not
envisaged.Ecological ImpactsArea alongside the tracks is largely
built-up and noecological resources of any significance are present
in thiscorridor.
Initial Environment Screening Report for Kurla-Thane 5 th and
6zh Lines, MMRDA, October, 20003 Environmental Audit Report of the
Santacruz-Borivali 5'h line Project, SES, December 2001.
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Table 2.0 Cont
Scope Methodology
TASK 3 Only 5 to 10% of construction work is complete in
thisPreparation of EMPs for adverse section. Earthwork and other
major construction work isenvironmental impacts identified for the
not in progress, thus implementation status of EMPs duringcompleted
and planned works. construction stage could not be assessed.
However,
interviews with CR officials indicated that measuresPreparation
of EMP matrix, specific implemented during the construction stage
will be similar toEMPs, responsibilities and authorities those
currently being implemented at the BVQR auditfor implementation and
the cost project.implications for the EMP *' Site visits were
conducted along tracks and atimplementation. Ghatkopar and
Vidyavihar stations.
*' Organization structure and chain of command betweenAssess the
adequacy of current contractors, Railway and MRVC was
reviewed.institutional arrangements and suggest lo A representative
EMP matrix consisting of measures*measures for strengthening the
same if that should be incorporated in the tender documents
forrequired. upcoming construction work are included.
lo- Environmental Monitoring protocols are defined for
Suggest improvements in construction and operation
stage.implementatio of mitigation measus . *EMP implementation
framework, reportingimpluturementavitons. ofmiiatomrequirements
etc. have been firmed up afterin future activities. discussions
with MRVC, Central Railway and MMRDA.
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3.2 Applicable Legal Requirements
The applicable Indian environmental regulations, World Bank
policies/directives and GOMdirectives for all MUTP projects are
given in detail in Annex I B. This EMP's for the Kurla-Thane
project have been prepared within the framework of the Consolidated
EnvironmentalAssessment (CEA), Report for MUTP, 2002. The legal
requirements applicable to the Kurla-Thane project are as
follows:
Indian Environmental and Other Regulations0 Environmental
(Protection) Act, 1986, associated Rules and Notifications under
the Act.0 The Maharashtra (Urban Areas) Preservation of Trees Act,
1975O Land Acquisition Act 1894 (LA Act):0 Maharashtra Regional and
Town Planning Act, 1966 (MR&TP Act):0 Development Control
Regulations for Greater Mumbai 1991 (DCRs):
World Bank PoliciesE Environmental Assessment (OP 4.01)0
Involuntary Resettlement (OD 4.30)0 Cultural Property (OP
4.11):
Relevant compliance action for these policies has been covered
in the following Sections 4.8,and 4.9.
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4.0 BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS and IMPACTS
The Initial Environmental Screening conducted by MMRDA in
October 2000 has not indicatedany significant environmental impacts
from the project apart from R&R issues. Key findingsof the
report are given in Annex 4. The project summary of impacts is
presented in Table3.
4.1 Terrain and Geology
Kurla-Thane tracks run over almost a level terrain in the area.
The area through out is built-up. Some open areas are observed
between Kanjur Marg and Mulund on the eastern side.Geology is
typical of the westem coast i.e. Basalt rocks overlain by alluvial
soils / days.
4.2 Climate
The climate of the area is characterized by high humidity nearly
all year round, oppressivesummer season and well-distributed and
heavy rainfall during the southwest monsoonseason. This suburban
district receives heavy rainfall during the monsoon season
betweenJune and August.
4.3 Ambient Air Quality
Current AAQ Monitoring DataPrimary or secondary data is not
available near the railway tracks on this stretch. Typically,high
values of NOx and SPM are recorded near congested locations
adjacent to railwaystations. This situation generally eases out at
location between the station areas near therailway tracks.
Impact Assessment
During Construction PhaseMajor construction work is only 5 to
10% complete. Construction such as earthwork, majorbridges etc.
were not in progress during the study period. Thus impacts on air
quality due toconstruction activity cannot be assessed.
During Operation PhaseDuring the operation stage, there will be
no impact on air quality, as electric trains will beoperated on the
proposed track.
4.4 Noise Levels
Baseline DataBaseline data for the project site is not
available. However, spot monitoring of noise done atresidential
areas near railway tracks on the Borivali-Virar and
Santacruz-Borivali stretchindicate levels exceeding the noise
standards. Typical peak noise levels near the tracks due
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to train movement have been recorded between 85 to 90 dB(A).
These are much higher thatthe 55 and 45 dB(A) day and night time
standards.
Impact Assessment
Durina Construction PhaseConstruction work was not in progress
during study period. However, assessment of noiselevels during
construction activity at the BVQR project clearly suggested that
constructionactivity would not significantly increase the noise
levels from the baseline levels. Theconstruction activity such as
earth-working, and miscellaneous civil structures does notinvolve
operations such as DG sets, blasting, drilling etc. The same
conditions will generally Iapply to this project.
During Operation PhaseExisting baseline noise levels in this
area exceeds the CPCB noise standards for residentialarea. This is
typically found near the railway stations, where residential areas
are locatedquite close (30 to 100 m) to railway tracks. Boundary
wall will be constructed along therailway land, however this is not
expected to have much potential for noise attenuation,
asresidential building are located very close to the tracks and are
3 to 4 storey high. Providing abarrier all along the track to this
height may not be feasible. Source reduction techniques byproviding
better track/wheel interface and track modification may be more
appropriate fornoise reduction.
4.5 Ground and Surface Water Quality
ImPact Assessment
During Construction PhaseThere are no water bodies of any
significance (lakes, rivers, creek etc.) present in the Kurla-Thane
rail corridor. In fact most of the area is dense Built-up area.
Thus there would nothave been any adverse environmental impact on
water bodies.
The shifting of drain by 6m between Vidyavihar and Ghatkopar
station (See Photo 2 inAnnex 2) will not have any significant
adverse environmental impacts. Permissions fromMCGM have already
been obtained.
During Operation Phase
The operation of the project is not likely to have a significant
impact on water bodies due tothe following reasons:
Wastewater generated at new platform at Thane will be discharged
into existingsewerage network.
* Drains will be constructed near the tracks to avoid flooded
during monsoons.There is no other activity which generates effluent
and which can adversely affect anywater body.
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4.6 Natural Habitats and Ecology
lmDact Assessment
Management and conservation of natural habitats likely to be
affected by the Kurla-Thaneproject is required by The World Bank
Operational Policy OP 4.04. There are no naturalhabitats along this
route such as forests, mangroves, which require protection. Some
trees inthe ROW will have to be felled, the details of which are
given below:
During Construction PhaseLoss of vegetation along the ROW is to
be expected and cannot be avoided. Permission forfelling of these
trees has been obtained from MCGM. Table 3 below gives the number
oftrees to be cut in this route. CR will carry out trackside and
other plantation for enhancementof the area as required by the
permissions. Plantation activity is proactive and plantationtargets
are normally set for various CR managers.
Table 3.0 TREES TO BE FELLEDLocation Trees to be Cut I
Permission for tree
Transplanted (As per cuttingCR survey)
Kurla to 232 trees to be removed Permission for tree
cuttingBhandup and 99 trees to be obtained from MCGM -
transplanted. Trees are Superintendent of Gardensbeing cut as
per the work (Tree Officer).schedule. (See Annex 5)
Compensatory plantation tobe done to the tune of 464trees.
Bhandup to 76 trees to be removed Permission for tree
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transplanted. Trees are Superintendent of Gardensbeing
cutftransplanted as (Tree Officer).per the work schedule. (See
Annex 5)
Compensatory plantation tobe done to the tune of 452trees.
During Operation PhaseImpacts on ecology is not expected during
the operation stage as the project is coming upalongside the
existing tracks and there is no forest and other sensitive
ecological reservesnear the tracks that can be affected due to
operation of additional rakes.
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4.7 Land Use
This rail corridor is large built-up area with no significant
ecological resources, water bodiesetc. There are mixed use and
residential areas immediately adjacent to the corridorboundary.
Impacts
The land-use pattem will not change significantly due to the
implementation of the project as itwill come up alongside the
existing tracks.
4.8 Resettlement and RehabilitationThere are about 2131
project-affected households (PAHs) which need
resettlement.Resettlement and rehabilitation (R&R) of the PAH
is being done by MMRDA as per theRehabilitation Action Plan (RAP)
of Govt. of Maharashtra. Site specific CommunityEnvironment
Management Plans (CEMP) are being prepared separately by MMRDA
fortransit and permanent locations.
4.9 Archaeological and Cultural PropertyRehabilitation of
Cultural Property such as archaeological and historical sites,
religious(temples, mosques etc.) affected by project activities is
required by The World BankOperational Policy 4.11 on Cultural
Property Preservation.
There are four religious structures (Temples) that will be
affected by the project.Rehabilitation work along with the local
residents and NGO's are in progress. A summary ofthese structures
and then proposed/executed rehabilitation measures is given in
Annex 6.
Table 4.0 presents summarized impacts during construction and
operation phase of project.
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Table 4.0 Impact Matrix
No. Parameter Impacts During Construction phabe Impacts During
operation phase
1. Air Quality Major construction work was not in progress
during study No negative impacts during operation phase.period.
2. Noise Major construction work was not in progress during
study Existing baseline noise levels in this area is expected
toperiod. Thus impacts on noise levels due to construction exceed
the CPCB noise standards for residential area. Thisactivity cannot
be assessed. is typically found near the railway tracks where
residential
areas are located quite close (30 to 50 m) to railway
tracks.
Boundary walls of 2m height will be constructed along therailway
land near the tracks, however this is not expected tohave much
potential for noise attenuation, as residentialbuilding are located
very dose to the tracks and are 3 to 4storey high. Providing a
barrier all along the track to thisheight may not be feasible.
Source reduction techniques byproviding better tracklwheel
interface and track modificationmay be more appropriate for noise
reduction.
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Table 4.0 Cont.
No. Parameter Impacts During Construction phase Impacts During
operation phase
3. Water Quality No water bodies of any significance such as
lakes, tivers, No significant adverse impacts as effluent fromcreek
etc. present in the Kurla-Thane rail corridor. No platforms will be
discharged into existing sewers.adverse environmental impact on any
water body. No other source of effluent durng operation.
4. Ecology Trees in the ROW will be lost. This loss is expected
and No adverse impacts on ecdiogy. durng operationcannot be
avoided. Permission for felling of trees has phase. No forest and
other sensitive ecologicalbeen obtained from the Tree Officer. CR
will be doing reserves located in the rail corridor.trackside and
other plantation for enhancement of the areaafter construction
activity is complete.
5. Landuse The land-use paftem has not changed significantly due
to No adverse impacts expected.the implementation of the project as
it has come upalongside the existing tracks.
There are 2131 project-affected households (PAHs),which need
resettlement. Resettlement and rehabilitationof the PAH is being
done by MMRDA as per theRehabilitation Action Plan (RAP) of Govt.
of Maharashtra.
6. Archaeological There are four religious structures (Temples)
that will be No adverse impacts expected.and Cultural affected by
the project. Rehabilitation work along with theProperty. local
residents and NGO's are in progress. A summary of
these structures and then proposed/executedrehabilitation
measures is given in Annex 6...
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5.0 Assessment of Environmental Mitigation Measures
5.1 Introduction
The previous sections described the changes observed in baseline
environmental status andthe environmental impacts during
construction and operation stages of the project. Thissection is
dedicated to the following issues:* Audit of the project site and
activities to determine the extent of compliance with
Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) mitigation measures defined
in 1(IES) InitialEnvironmental Screening Report prepared by
MMRDA.
* Determining adequacy of earlier EMP and proposing additional
Measures.
As discussed earlier, the construction work for the project is
only about 5 to 10% complete.Construction activity such as
earth-working etc. was not in progress and thus EHS measurescannot
be audited/assessed for the construction phase. Most tenders for
various constructionworks have been finalised. The earlier IES
report and the current site visits have not revealedany significant
adverse environmental impact caused due the already completed
activity (SeeAnnex 4)
Thus, as far as this project is concerned, recommendations for
EMP implementation includethe following:
* EHS mitigation measures that could be included as a
requirement for contractors forremaining construction works.
* EMP monitoring and reporting during operational stage.*
Institutional mechanism for EMP implementation
5.2 Site Findings and Compliance for EHS Mitigation Measures
The construction works carried out and the rail operation in
this project is similar to the onebeing carried out for the
Borivali-Virar Quadrupling of Rail project. Thus the EMP
measureswould be similar and are presented in Table 5.1 to 5.3 for
the design, construction andoperation stages. The mitigation
measures in these tables have been modified in light of thefindings
of the audit done on the BVQR project sites.
Initial Environment Screening Report for Kurla-Thane 5 th and 6h
Lines, MMRDA, October, 2000
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Construction activity such as earth-working etc. was not in
progress and thus EHS measurescannot be audited/assessed for the
construction phase. The EHS measures given in Table5.2 are for the
on-going construction works.
The mitigation requirements mentioned should be complied by the
CR by assigningresponsibilities for the same to various CR
departments and making it a part of contractorrequirements where
relevant.
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5.0 Assessment of Environmental Mitigation Measures
5.1 Introduction
The previous sections described the changes observed in baseline
environmental status andthe environmental impacts during
construction and operation stages of the project. Thissection is
dedicated to the following issues:* Audit of the project site and
activities to determine the extent of compliance with
Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) mitigation measures defined
in (IES) InitialEnvironment Screening Report for Kurla-Thane 5th
and 6th Lines, MMRDA, October, 2000
* Determining adequacy of earlier EMP and proposing additional
Measures.
As discussed earlier, the construction work for the project is
only about 5 to 10% complete.Construction activity such as
earth-working etc. was not in progress and thus EHS measurescannot
be audited/assessed for the construction phase. Most tenders for
various constructionworks have been finalised. The earlier IES
report and the current site visits have not revealedany significant
adverse environmental impact caused due the already completed
activity (SeeAnnex 4). Thus, as far as this project is concemed,
recommendations for EMPimplementation include the following:
* EHS mitigation measures that could be included as a
requirement for contractors forremaining construction works.
* EMP monitoring and reporting during operational stage.*
Institutional mechanism for EMP implementation
5.2 Site Findings and Complianc4e for EHS Mitigation
Measures
Construction activity such as earth-working etc. was not in
progress and thus EHS measurescannot be audited/assessed for the
construction phase. The environmental managementplan including the
mitigation measures for various environmental impacts and any
relatedaudit finding for design, construction and operation phases
of the project are given in Tables5.1 to 5.3 respectively.
Column 1 of the tables gives the various environmental impacts.
Column 2 gives the EHSmeasures recommended for the project to
mitigate the adverse environmental impacts.Column 4 gives the
responsibilities for implementing the mitigation measures.
The mitigation requirements mentioned should be complied by the
CR by assigningresponsibilities for the same to various CR
departments and making it a part of contractorrequirements where
relevant.
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TABLE 5.1 EHS Mitigation Measures (PRE-CONSTRUCTION I DESIGN
STAGE)
Environmental EFHS Mitigation Measures Current Status/Audit
Findings Responsibility **Impact Implementation
SupervisionEcological impacts Trees to be removed before
commencement Permissions have been obtained from MCGM.such as tree
of construction, with prior permission from See Table 4 and Annex 5
for the permission CR - Site Engineer CR- Site Engineer
&cutting and Forest Officer as required by The Maharashtra
status with contractor Executive Engineerdestruction of (Urban
Areas) Preservation of Trees Actmangroves.
Utility relocation All utilities, such as electrical
installations, Permissions for Shifting of drain (Nallah)
andtelephone lines etc. to be shifted after prior MCGM water
pipeline has been obtained. CR - Site Engineer CR- Site Engineer
&approval of agencies. with contractor Executive Engineer
** A follow-up mechanism for regular monitoring of mitigation
measures to be followed as per EMP monitoring and reporting
inSection 6 and the inspection sheet and formats in Annex 8, 9 and
10.
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TABLE 5.1 Cont
Environmental EHS Mitigation Measures Findings
ResponsibilityImpact Implementation SupervisionNoise Impacts
Construction of noise barriers at Boundary wall of 2 m will be
constructed at
appropriate locations. Use of most locations along the tracks.
Barriers as CR' - Site Engineer CR- Site Engineer &techniques
for noise reduction at mentioned above may provide the noise with
contractor Executive Engineersource. attenuation to some extent,
however, it is
doubfful that any significant attenuation willNoise reduction at
source appears to be be possible over the ground floor of existinga
more practical approach to address structures. Also, the effect
will be variable tothe noise impacts. These should be a large
extent as residential and sensitiveimplement by CR. receptors will
be located at variable
distances from the boundary wall.A variety of sources are
responsible forboth the total environmental noise Some of the
measures which are beingpollution of a passing train and its
introduced in all new rail lines are:interior noise. These sources
are thewheel, the rail, the track components - a. Use of continuous
welded railssleepers, ballast etc. b. Rubber pads between rail and
sleepers.
c. 30-cm stone ballast cushion belowsleeper seat, which will
reduce noise byproviding elasticity.
d. Construction of concrete bridges insteadof steel bridges.
** A follow-up mechanism for regular monitoring of mitigation
measures to be followed as per EMP monitoring and reporting
inSection 6 and the inspection sheet and formats in Annex 8, 9 and
10.
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TABLE 5.2 EHS Mitigation Measures (CONSTRUCTION STAGE)
Environmental EHS Mitigation Measures Responsibility**Impact
Implementation SupervisionGeneration of Dust Construction site to
be watered periodically to minimize fugitive dust generation.due to
construction Site Contractor CR- Site engineer andactivity
Executive Engineer,
All Earthwork and construction material should be protected in
such a manner so as tomiQimize generation of dust. All dumpers
should be covered by tarpaulin sheets to minimise Site Contractor
CR- Site engineer andspillage of sand and soil. Ambient Air
monitoring as per Table 6 to be carried Executive
Engineer,out..
Construction Vehicle Exhaust emissions from all construction
vehicles shall adhere to vehicle emission norms./equipment exhaust
Site Contractor CR- Site engineer and
Executive Engineer,Noise from vehicles, All vehicle and
construction equipment shall be fitted with exhaust silencers.
Damagedplants and silencers to be promptly replaced by contractor.
Vehicles to be maintained and services Site Contractor CR- Site
engineer andequipment regularly. Noise monitoring as per Table 6 to
be carried out. Executive Engineer,Contamination of Silt fencing
shall be provided at the base of the embankment for the entire
perimeter of anywater bodies such as water body (including wells).
A documented procedure to be made by all contractors clearly Site
Contractor CR- Site engineer andwells and prohibiting
discharge/dumping of waste material into any water body. Checks on
the same Executive Engineer,lakes/ponds. shall be kept as per
format given in Inspection Sheet in Annex 8
Construction material containing fine particles shall be stored
in an enclosure such thatsediment-laden water does not drain into
nearby watercourses. Site Contractor CR- Site engineer and
Executive Engineer,In sections along water courses and close to
cross drainage channels, earth, stone or anyother construction
material shall be properly disposed so as not to block the flow of
water. Site Contractor CR- Site engineer and
Executive Engineer,
** A follow-up mechanism for regular monitoring of mitigation
measures to be followed as per EMP monitoring and reporting
inSection 6 and the inspection sheet and formats in Annex 8, 9 and
10.
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TABLE 5.2 Cont.Environmental EHS Mitigation Measures
Responsibility **Impact.
.mpact Implementation SupervisionEcological impacts All works
shall be carried out in such a fashion that damage to flora is
minimum CR- Dy. Chiefsuch as tree cutting CR - Site Engineer with
Engineerand destruction of contractor (Construction)mangroves Track
- side plantation shall be done as per the Tree cutting permission
from Tree Officer.
Tree and track side plantation to be done after conducting a
detailed survey of the entire CR - Site Engineer with CR- Dy.
ChiefKurla-Thane railway corridor. This survey is needed since
there are very little railway land contractor Engineeravailable in
the rail corridor for track-side and other plantation. The survey
should also (Construction)consider opportunities for noise
mitigation at sensitive receptors.
Soil erosion On road/track embankments, slopes shall be
stabilized. The work shall consist of measures CR- Dy. Chiefas per
design, or as directed by the engineer to control soil erosion,
sedimentation and water CR - Site Engineer with Engineerpollution,
through use of berms, dikes, sediment basin, mulches, grasses and
other devices. contractor (Construction)
Debris disposal Debris generated due to dismantling of existing
structures shall be suitably reused in CR- Site engineerproposed
construction. Un-utilised debris shall be suitably disposed either
as fill material or Site Contractor and Executiveat pre-designated
dump locations, approved by engineer. Care should be taken that the
Engineer,material does not block natural drainage or contaminate
water bodies.All tenders for contract have been issued and it may
not be practical for CR to trackdebris disposal outside railway
land by the contractors. However, a check can bekept by CR as
recommended In the EMP, by regular Inspections. For the
currentproject, contractors should ensure adequate management of
debris,which should be checked by CR as per the inspection sheet in
Annex8.
For future projects a procedure for debris disposal should be
prepared and made apart of the tender documents.Slurry or similar
debris generated from pile driving or other construction activities
shall be CR- Site engineerdisposed such that it does not flow into
surface water bodies or form mud puddles in the Site Contractor and
Executivearea. Engineer,
Soil contamination Oil and fuel spills from construction
equipment shall be minimized by good O&M practices. CR- Site
engineerby construction Soils contaminated by such spills shall be
disposed as per MOEF requirements. Site Contractor and
Executivewastes, fuel etc. Engineer,Land degradation in Sand and
stones shall be sourced from only and licensed quarries.
Documentation such asquarry area. quarry release receipt issued by
the District Revenue officer at the quarry site to be available
at construction site.
** A follow-up mechanism for regular monitoring of mitigation
measures to be followed as per EMP monitoring and reporting
inSection 6 and the inspection sheet and formats in Annex 8, 9 and
10.
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TABLE 5.2 Cont.Environmental Impact EHS Mitigation Measures
Responsibility **
Implementation SupervisionHealth and hygiene at Construction
labour camps shall be located away from the nearest CR- Site
engineer andconstruction labour camps habitation to avoid conflicts
and stress over infrastructure facilities. Site Contractor
Executive Engineer,Health and hygiene atconstruction labour camps
The contractor will provide, erect and maintain necessary
(temporary) living CR- Site engineer and
accommodation and ancillary facilities such as toilet blocks,
potable water Site Contractor Executive Engineer,supply etc. for
labour as per the sfandards set by various labour Act.These
requirements are also present in General Conditions (No.59) of
railways along with every related tender.On completion of the
works, all temporary structures shall be cleared away CR- Site
engineer andalong with all wastes. All excreta and other disposal
pits should be filled in Site Contractor Executive Engineer,and
effectively sealed. The site should be left clean and tidy to
thesatisfaction of the engineer. This is a requirement of the
existingGeneral Tender Conditions (No. 40)
Delays and congestion on The construction plan shall be
discussed in advance with Central Railway CR- Site engineer
andtracks Authorities to avoid delays in existing train schedules.
Site Contractor Executive Engineer,
Traffic Control and Safety The contractor shall take all
necessary measures for the safety of existing CR- Site engineer
andtrain traffic during construction and provide, erect and
maintain such Site Contractor Executive Engineer,barricades,
including signs, markings, flags, lights and flagmen as may
berequired by the engineer for the information and protection of
traffic. Allsuch measures should as per requirement of Westem
Railway. Specialconsideration shall be given in preparation of
traffic control plan to the safetyof pedestrians (at railway
crossings) and workers at night.These are existing tender
conditions (See Annex 7)
Occupational Health and The contractor is required to comply
with all the precautions as required for CR- Site engineer
andSafety the safety of workmen. i Site Contractor Executive
Engineer,
Safety requirements are specified in Tender documents. (SeeAnnex
7)Adequate precautions shall be taken to prevent danger from
electrical CR- Site engineer andequipment. All machines/equipment
used shall confirm to the relevant Site Contractor Executive
Engineer,Indian Standards (IS) codes and shall be regularly
inspected by theengineer.
** A follow-up mechanism for regular monitoring of mitigation
measures to be followed as per EMP monitoring and reporting
inSection 6 and the inspection sheet and formats in Annex 8, 9 and
10.
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TABLE 5.2 Cont.
Environmental Impact EHS Mitigation Measures
Responsibility_____________________ _ __________________________
Implementation SupervisionA readily available first aid unit
including an adequate supply of CR- Site engineer andsterilized
dressing material and appliances shall be provided as per the Site
Contractor Executive Engineer,requirements under the Factory
Act.This is an existing tender condition (Annex 7)All anti-malarial
measures as prescribed by the engineer shall be CR- Site engineer
andcomplied with, including filling up of burrow pits. Site
Contractor Executive Engineer,Provision of medical facilities on
site (with respect to workerstrength) is a requirement of General
Conditions of Contract
,(Condition No. 59).
** A follow-up mechanism for regular monitoring of mitigation
measures to be followed as per EMP monitoring and reporting
inSection 6 and the inspection sheet and formats in Annex 8, 9 and
10.
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TABLE 5.3 EHS MITIGATION MEASURES (OPERATION STAGE)
Environmental EHS Mitigation Measures Current Status
Responsibility **Impact Implementation SupervisionNoise pollution
Monitoring of noise levels at sensitive receptors as per Operation
of the line is not yet CR- Dy. Chief
monitoring plan. started. CR - Site Engineer Engineerwith
contractor (Construction)
Land and water Contingency plans to be in place for spill
clean-up. No contingency plan available.contamination from
Contingency plan needs to be made for the entire District District
Collector MMRDAaccidental spills from by the District Collector.
Emergency situations will need agoods trains. combined response
from many agencies and a specific
plan as a part of this project is not envisaged.Rail traffic and
safety Unauthorised building development to be checked. Slum
Boundary walls are being constructed CR- Dy. Chief
encroachments to be discouraged. at important locations to check
CR - Site Engineer Engineerencroachments. with contractor
(Construction)
Surveillance along railway boundary to be increased
to________________ check encroachment and breach of boundary
wall.Loss of plantation. Regular maintenance of the mandatory
track-side and Plantation will be done for various CR- Dy.
Chief
other plantation should be done. sections of the route, as per
the Tree CR - Site Engineer EngineerFelling Permissions. with
contractor (Construction)
Monitoring of plantation to be done as per Annex 10and procedure
in Section 6.1. 1 _
** A follow-up mechanism for regular monitoring of mitigation
measures to be followed as per EMP monitoring and reporting
inSection 6 and the inspection sheet and formats in Annex 8, 9 and
10.
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6.0 Environmental Monitoring and Reporting
Ste visits and interviews have revealed the following facts
related to environmentalmanagement organisation:
* In the consolidated EA report for MUTP, MRVC was reported to
be the ProjectImplementation Agency (PIA). However, Central Railway
(CR) is the PIA for this project.MRVC is the coordinating agency to
facilitate communication between MMRDA and CR.
* Environmental monitoring is currently not required to be done
by the contractors. Apartfrom periodic general inspections,
currently there is no feedback mechanism for EHSelements of the
project.
6.1 Environmental Monitoring Program
The main objectives of a monitoring program are:
* To evaluate the effectiveness of the mitigation measures
during the construction andoperation phases.
* To satisfy the legal and community obligations* To respond to
the unanticipated environmental issues at an early stage and to
verify the
accuracy of environmental impact prediction.
The monitoring of R&R components is being covered separately
as a part of another study.The critical components that need
monitoring during construction and operation stages of theproject
include:
a. Ambient noise levels during construction stageb. Ambient
noise levels during operating stagec. Ambient air quality during
construction staged. EHS mitigation measures as given in Tables 5.1
to 5.3 during operation and construction
phases.e. Tracking of tree plantation and survival rates
Comprehensive periodic site inspection programs for EHS elements
and a regularenvironmental monitoring program will best achieve the
objectives of monitoring describedabove for this project. This is
covered in Section below.
6.1.1 EMP Monitoring and Reporting during Construction Phase
6.1.1.1 Ambient Air and Noise Monitoring
Ambient air and noise monitoring shall be done at locations with
possibility of adverse impactsdue to construction activity. The
construction is being done in phases and hence care shouldbe taken
that monitoring is carried out during the construction phase at the
identified location.Monitoring shall be done by a pre-approved
monitoring agerecy. Seasonal reports shall be
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sent along with the site inspection sheet as mentioned ahead.
The program for monitoring isgiven in Table 6 below:
Table 6 Monitoring During Construction Phase.Component
Parameters Locations Duration Frequency ResponsibilityAmbient Air
S02, NOx, * Construction 24 hr average Once every PIA through
SPM, RPM site at Vidya sample for 2 season extemalVihar Station.
consecutive (Summer, agency.
At residential days a week for Winter, Post-location near 2
weeks. monsoon),Kanjur Marg during theStation ' near
constructionearthworking period.stretch.
* At residentialcomplex nextto drain shiftingsite
betweenVidyavihar and.Ghatkoparstation.
Noise levels Leq (day) Same as above -- Continuous 24 Once every
PIA throughand Leq hour reading season. extemal(night) with a
agency
frequency of 10minutes for 2non-consecutivedays per weekfor 2
weeks.
6.1.1.2 Monitoring of EHS mitigation measures implementation
In the context of Railway projects of MUTP, an effective
inspection program will go a longway to assure implementation of
various EHS mitigation measures for this project. Theinspection
program needs to be dove-tailed into existing programs followed by
CR and theparameters for inspection, inspection schedules etc. need
to be clearly defined. The existinginstitutional arrangement
mentioned in Section 6.3 ahead will be adequate for themonitoring
program. The EHS parameters to be monitored depend upon factors
such as:
* EHS components affected
* Construction schedule of the project
* Environmental Mitigation measures suggested
Currently there is no inspection schedule for environmental
issues at the construction site.The following program and procedure
is suggested for effective monitoring of EHSimplementation for this
project:
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a. Monthly inspection pmrgram by CR for all project construction
sites. Theinspection will be carded out by Executive Engineer (EE)
In-charge of theconstruction site, or his representative. The
format for inspection will be as perAnnex 8. The inspection will be
caried out during the entire period ofconstruction activity
Including before start of construction and Immediately
afterconstruction is complete.
The completed inspection checklist shall be submitted by the
concemed EE to theChief Engineer (WR). Corrective action plan with
time frame for Implementation forany non-compliance to be also
submifted.
(Separate checklists need to be filled in for separate works.
However, a group ofsimilar activities could be Inspected using the
same checklist. E.g.- Findings ofinspection of construction of
station building, FOB, platform extension work at astation could be
entered in the same checklist).
b. All site contractors to maintain log books and other
documentation specified inAnnex 9.
c. Copy of the completed monthly inspection checklist along with
the environmentalmonitoring report should be sent by the Chief
Engineer (WR) to MRVC for onwardsubmission to MMRDA every month for
review. The inspection checklist for amonth along with the
corrective action plan, If any, shall reach MMRDA no laterthan the
le day of the next month.
d. MMRDA to carry out Independent 3- party Inspection of varous
construction sites(the sample sites Indicated In this report could
be visited at a minimum) everyquarter during the construction
activity and also after construction is completed toassess any
residual environmental Impact, A Project Management Consultant(PMC)
should be appointed for this purpose by MMRDA. Review checklist
given InAnnex 8 could be used for this purpose.
6.1.2 EMP Monitorina and Reporting durina Operation Phase
Operation phase monitoring for this project is required mainly
for the following:
* Ambient noise levels to determine baseline levels and track
improvements accrued due toimplementation of source noise
reduction. Ambient air montoring is not suggested sincethe
operation will not contribute to air pollution (Electricity driven
trains). Also no impactsduring operation stage expected on water
quality and soil quality.
* Health and survival rates of the compensatory and other
plantation done by CR.* Monitoring of Rehabilitation and
Resettlement (R&R) sites for the people displaced due to
the project. This will be done as a separate exercise not
covered in this audit report.
The monitoring program suggested is given in Table 7 below:
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Table 7 Monitoring Program During Operation Phase.
Compone Parameters Locations Duration Frequency
ResponsibilityntNoise Leq (day) * At residential Continuous Once
every PIA throughlevels and Leq location 200 m 24 hour season
external
(night) north of reading with (Summer, agencyVidyavihar afrqec
Wit,Potstation, facing ,upcoming rail of 10 minutes
monsoon).tracks. for 2 non-
consecutive* At residential days per
area near new week for 2plafform wconstructed at weeks.Thane
station.
* At residentialarea 200 msouth ofThane station.behind
therailwayboundary walland also infront of thewall,
U
. Tree As per At plantation _ 6-monthly forplantation Format in
locations 3 years.survival Annex 10rates.
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6.2 INSTITUTIONAL SETUPThe construction activities of the
project are being implemented by CR. The existing
organisationalstructure of Railways for construction and operation
phases are given below in Figures 2.1 and2.2.
FIGURE 2.1 EXISTING ORGANISATION FRAMEWORK FOR CENTRAL
RAILWAY(Kuria - Thane 5th and 6th Line) - Construction Phase
World BankkMD -peAe
MRVC -Coordinating Agency
Chief Engineer (CR) -Construction
Executive Engineer Executive Engineer(Phase 1) (Phase 2)Kurla to
Bhandup Bhandup to Thane
Site In-charge Site In-charge
Contractors Contractors
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FIGURE 2.2 EXISTING ORGANISATION FRAMEWORK FOR CENTRAL
RAILWAY(Kurla - Thane 5th and 6th Line) - Operation Phase
World Bank
MRVC - Coordinating Agency
Chief Engineer (CR) -Construction
Executive Engineer Executive Engineer(Phase 1) (Phase 2)Kurla to
Bhandup Bhandup to Thane
Assistant AssistantEngineers Engineers
In the consolidated EA report for MUTP, it was envisaged that
the monitoring and reportingprocess for mitigation measures during
construction should initiate from the contractor at thelowest rung
who will report to the Project Implementation Agency (PIA) through
the ProjectManagement Consultant (PMC). PMC should be appointed for
periodic 3i party review of theEHS elements for the remaining
construction phase of the project (About 10 % constructionwork is
completed)
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6.2.1 Institutional Strengthening
For carrying out regular inspection for the EHS elements, the CR
staff needs training forappreciation of various EHS elements. The
training program proposed is given in Table 8below:
Table 8. Training Program for Institutional Strengthening
Module Topic and Contents Duration1 Environmental Awareness
Class Room
Appreciation of Environment, Health and Safety Training of
1issues - Fundamentals of Air Prollution, Noise, dayWater
Pollution, Solid and Hazardous Wastesgeneration and handling
etc.
2 Environmental Impact Assessment Class RoormEIA fundamentals.
Consequences of adverse Training of 1environmental - impacts on
various ecosystems. dayTypical environmental impacts of railway
projects
3 Environmental Legislation Class RoomIndian Environmental Laws
and their application to Training of 1/2Railway Projects. day
4 EHS Management System Class RoomComponents of EHS Management
System in Training of 1/2general and as applicable to Railway
projects. dayMethodology of environmental monitoring for
airquality, noise etc. Site visit to any
one .railwayEnvironmental monitoring and inspection programs
constructionas suggested in this report should be discussed. site
for
appreciation ifReview of existing tender conditions and its
vanousmodification to include EHS elements for better EHS
environmentalmanagement. components.
1(1/2 day)
The training should be provided at a minimum to the following
personnel:* Deputy Chief Engineers (Construction)* Central Railway
Site In-charge of various construction sites* Contractor Site
In-charge of various construction sites.
1 training program of 4 days as given above should be conducted
every quarter to cover allconcemed CR staff. The training program
can also be integrated into the CR induction-training program.
Visits to country's having similar railway projects and with
established and demonstrated EHSManagement System, including
demonstrated measures for noise attenuation could be visitedby
concerned officials of CR. This will help tremendously in
increasing awareness with WRand improve technical skills for EHS
management.
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6.3 Estimated Cost of EMP ImplementationAs seen in the Tables
5.1 to 5.3, several EHS elements are already included in the
currentconstruction operation. Costs for these measures are already
included in the project cost.These components include provision of
safety barriers and other safety measures, utilityrelocation, dust
suppression by road watering, 2m boundary walls along tracks,
compensatoryplantation of trees etc. Costs for additional EMPs not
included in the project costs are givenbelow in Table 9.
Table 9 Cost of EMP ImplementationComponent Unit cost (Rs) Units
Total Cost (Rs)EnvironmentalMonitoring(ConstructionPhase)Air
Quality 2500 per sample 12 samples per season x 90000
3 seasons = 36 samplesNoise Levels (Leq 2000 per 24-hr Leq 12
samples per season x 72000day and night) (1 sample) 3 seasons = 36
samples
EnvironmentalMonitoring(Operation Phase)Noise Levels (Leq 2000
per 24-hr Leq 16 samples per season x 96000day and night) (1
sample) 3 seasons = 48 samplesTree and mangrove 15000 per survey 1
survey every 6 months 90000plantation survival for 3 years = 6
surveysrates.
Survey and Lump sum Lump sum 100000preparation oftrack-side
andother plantationplan in railwaycorridor. .Training Program 40000
per program 4 programs per year 160000
of 4 days each.Visit abroad to 200000 per person 5 persons
1000000Railway Project sitewith demonstratedMeasures
forEnvironmentalProtection andestablished EHSManagement
Systemincluding noiseattenuation.Total Cost 1608000
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ANNEX-1A
TERMS OF REFERENCE
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3 SCOPE OF WORK:
The Consultant should closely work with the staff of MMROA and
Mumbai RailVikas Corporation (MRVC) in the conduct of this
assignment. The specific tasksfor the four Railway projects are
outlined below:
3.1 To perform cenviroiinilet audit for Borivali - Virar
Quadruplinig cfrailway line (26.0 krn)
3 1 1 Micro Level Environrimental Assessment (MLEA) has been
carrie;l out for Borivali-Virar Quadrupling of Railway line as part
of the Environmental Assessiienit ofMUTP. The project hlas now been
commenced and land acquisition completedfor 4 ha out of 38 ha of
the land required to be acquired. The earthwork of upto45% has
already been completed The work on two minajor hriiiges on
Vasaicreek hlas staited and work on 3 othler major bridges is nlso
in progress. Illcminor bridges hlave been comipleted. Physical
progress to .he tune of 16% hasbeen achieved in respect of the
project.
3.1 .2 The aim of the audit will be to:
- verify the implenientation of EMP delineated in the MLEA. The
mitigationmeasures for minimizing the adverse impacts due to tree
felling, waterpollution, erosion and dust generation, flora and
fauna, constructi6h in drainsand waterways, alternation in drainage
pattern, and provision of adequatecross-drainage structures, etc.
need to be documeilted
- recommenid thie ways for retrofitting the mitigation measures
into ongoingconstruction activities so tthat the EMP could be made
operational duringconstructionl activities.
- assess whether any further environmental nmitigation measuIres
are requiredbased on completed and planned works, if any.
- suggest imnproveilenits in tthe implemiientation of
Environmental Managementplan in future activities, if required.
3.1.3 Detailed scope of work will be as follows
Task 1: Previous outputs and studies
The consultant should familiarize himself with the following
studies
- MLEA report of Borivali-Virar Quadrupling project preparecl by
MontqomervWatson Consultanits, Mumbai;
- Final report on Environmental Assessment for the MUT7- proqnct
prepared byMontgomiery Watson Consultants, Mumbai;
- Project Design Report prepared by MRVC;
- Engineering Desigil Report and Techno-econiomiiic Fe?s;bi t';
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TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR CARRYING OUT ENVORONMENTALASSESSMENTI
AUDITING OF RAILWAY PROJECTS
ASSIGNMENT:
The purpose of this assignment is to assist Mumbai Metropolitan
RegionDevelopment Authority (MMRDA) in carrying out an
environmental audit ofvarious ongoing railways projects to
determine how environmental issues, if any,can be addressed at this
stage Of proiec' implementation.
2 BACKGROUND:
2.1 MMRDA had appointed Montgomery-VVatson Consultants (India)
Pvt. Ltd. toundertake the preparation of the Environmental
Assessment (EA) for the MUTP.This EA process resulted in the
preparation of Sectoral-Level EnvironmentalAssessment (SLEA),
Programmatic Level Environmental Assessment (PLEA)and Micro-Level
Environmental Assessment (MLEA). The SLEA was a strategicdocument,
the PLEAs were prepared for small generic sub-projects like
flyovers,ROBs and RUBs while MLEAs were prepared for larger
sub-projects like road.widening and extensions. This study was
undertaken between 1996 and 1998and resulted in several outputs
including a synthesized final report.
2.2 Consequently, almost all of these railway projects except DC
to AC conversionhave been started and are in ;.-;ry,ng stages of
implementation. As theconstruction work of the project is a:ieady
underway, consultants shiould assessthe current and residual
requirements of environmental management practice.Environimlental
studies, which have beer carried out for railway projects, are
asu:lder:
a) Report of MLEA of Borivali-Virar Quadrupling prepared by
Montgomery-Watson Consultants (India) Pvt. Ltd in 1998,
b) Report of Initial Environmental Examination for Thane- Kuria
5th and 6th linesprepared by MMRDA in 2000-01.
The Consultant should use the.,e reports as the basis to carry
out the proposedenvironmental audit.
2.3 Some of the p,,rojects may a!s^ -!vej co'ts!ruction in
areas, whic.h re classifiedas restricted areas under C::astal
Regulation Zone (CRZ) Rules. Hence,permission needs to be ob-:ined
under CRZ Rules from the Ministry ofEnvironinent and Forests,
Gov:.rnrne:-.t of india for sucIh projects.
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Task 2: Review Environmental Monitoring Data
Consultant m1ust visit the project site and observe any
significant changes,if any since 1998 in environmental data to
capture possible chaniges intIre ground and corroborate the changes
fromil available secondary datawitlh possible imiiplicationis on
environimt1ental manaqement plans.
Task 3: EMP Implementation
Consultant sliould undertake site visits to Construction sites
to clheckstatlus of implementation of environmental mitigation
measures asproposed in the Environmental Management Plan of MLEA
report for thealready comiipleted and planned works
Consultanit sliould outline in a tabulated format the EMP
proposed and itsstatLus of imiiplemlenitation
Consultanits shiould suggest improvements in thie
imlplemiienitation ofEnvironmental Management Plan for completed
and plainned activities, ifany based on the significant chaniges
observed in the environimlaentalbaseline data.
Tihe EMPs and their irnplei.pentation plans stnould be prepared
inconsultation and agreemi ent withi the MRVC arid othr'l
coniceined;: 'genllces.
Task 4: CRZ Regtilation
1 The consultant should assist the MRVC in preparation of
Application Formatunder CRZ Rules based on the available secondary
inforination fromil MLEAarci Project Designi report arid otlier
backgrouLn(d studies ConrsuIt;rnt shiouldassist MRVC in obtaining
CRZ clearance from01 Ministry of Enviironment andForests,
Governmiient of India for the proposed project.
Task 5: Environmental Audit Report
- Prepare Environmental Audit report based on the above tasks,
incorporatingupdated Eiivironimiental Management Plan, in case any
significarit impactsfor various environmental parameters are
observed.
3.2 - To perfcrim Enivironmental Audit for laying of Santacruz
anid Borivali5thi line (17.80 Km)
3 2. Ttle prcject at Santacruz-Borivali 5th line has achieved
90%0 overall progress arida 4.92 Klni long section between
Santacruz-Andlieri hias been already opened torail pas-senger
traffic. Land acquisition has been com1pleted Other civile