APPENDIX I
(See paragraph – 6)
FORM I
(I)
Basic Information
Sl.No
Item
Details
Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km
26.320 of Mumbai – Vadodara Expressway and
terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B which also
includes tunnel of length 4.4 km. The total length
of spur is 94.390 km.
The alignment is part of development of 8 lane
Vadodara Mumbai Expressway from Km
499.000 of NH-8 in Maharashtra to Km 80.000
of Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway (NE-1) in
Gujarat.
The project of access controlled expressway has
been taken up by the National Highways
Authority of India under National Highway
Development Program (NHDP) Phase-VI to be
implemented under Public Private Partnership
mode.
Location Map of the Project is attached as
Annexure I.
7(f)
1.
Name of the Project/s
2.
Sl. No in the Schedule
3.
Proposed capacity/area/length/tonnage to be
handled/command area/lease area/ number
of wells to be drilled
The proposed length of the SPUR is 94.390 km
with proposed Right of Way (PRoW) along the
entire stretch is 100/120 m except in stretch of
elevated structure where PRoW is 60 m.
4.
New/Expansion/modernization
New Alignment
5.
Existing Capacity/Area etc
No
6.
Category of Project i.e ‘A’ or ‘B’
A
7.
Does it attract the general condition? If yes,
please specify.
Not Applicable
8.
Does it attract the specific condition? If yes,
please specify.
Not Applicable
9.
Location
The project road starts at km 26+320 of the main
Vadodara Mumbai Expressway near Vasai and
ends at km 24.476 of NH-4B near Panvel.
Plot/Survey / Khasra No.
Project involves land acquisition.
Village
The alignment passes through the residential
clusters and towns of Virar, Shirsad, Bhinar,
Ganeshpuri, Akloli, Vajreswari, Zidke, Awala,
Mahapoli, Angaon, Taloli (NH 3 Crossing),
Savad (Pise), Ambivli, Bapsai (NH222
Crossing), Vasat (Jambhul), Badlapur, Juweli,
Tamsai, Koproli, Vichumbe before ending at
Panvel. There are 61 revenue villages and towns
of Palghar & Thane district and 20 revenue
villages of Raigad district (List enclosed as
Annexure II)
Tehsil
District
State
Palghar District: Vasai and Vada
Thane District: Bhiwandi, Kalyan
Ambernath
Raigad District: Panvel
and
Palghar, Thane and Raigad Districts in the state
of Maharashtra
Maharashtra.
10.
Nearest railway station /airport along with
distance in kms.
The nearest railway stations(within 15 Km from
proposed alignment) are :
Vasai Railway Station
Nallasopara Station
Virar Railway Station
Panvel Railway Station
Chikale Railway Station
Khandeshwar Railway station
Mansarovar Railway station
Kalamboli Railway Station
Khargarh Railway Station
The nearest Airport is:
Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport approx.
30 km from project road.
11.
Nearest Town, City, District Headquarters The project road is passing through districts of
along with distance in kms.
Palghar, Thane and Raigad.
12.
Village Panchayaths, Zilla parishad, The project road is passing through above
Municipal Corporation, Local Body
referred towns and cities.
13.
Name of the Applicant
NHAI
14.
Registered Address
15.
Address for Correspondence:
National Highways Authority of India
(Ministry of Road Transport &Highways)
G-5 & 6, Sector-10 Dwarka, New Delhi 110075
Name
Shri V.K.Sharma
Designation (Owner/Partner/CEO)
Chief General Manager (LA & Env.)
Address
National Highways Authority of India
(Ministry of Road Transport &Highways)
G-5 & 6, Sector-10 Dwarka, New Delhi -
Pin Code
Email
110 075.
vksharma@nhai.org
Telephone No
011-25074100 & 25074200
Fax No.
91-011-25093543
16.
Details of Alternative Sites examined, if any The proposed alignment has been finalized after
location of these sites should be shown on a considering all available alternate options. The
topo sheet.
alternative alignment on google map is enclosed
as Annexure III.
17.
Interlinked Projects
18.
Weather separate application for interlinked No
projects submitted?
19.
If yes, date of submission
No
20.
If no, reason
The project involves procurement of soil/earth
from the borrow areas.
As per office memorandum Dated 18th Dec.
2012, issued by MoEF, following framework to
be followed:
i. Separate environment clearance for mining
of soil/earth from borrow areas, which are a
part of highway project are not required and
ii. The construction/widening of highways
along with the mining of soil/earth from
borrow areas to be considered as a single
project of appraisal under EIA Notification
2006.
The
NHAI/other
agencies
implementing the highway projects while
submitting the proposal for Terms of
Reference will submit the additional details
as
mentioned
in
above
referred
memorandum.
21.
Weather
the
proposal
involves Yes, the proposal involves following clearances
approval/clearance under –If yes, details of which are under process
Yes.
the same and their status to be given.
(a) The Forest (Conservation) Act - 1980
(b)The Wildlife (Protection) Act – 1972
(c) CRZ Notification – 1991
(a) Forest Clearance for diversion of forest land
under The Forest (Conservation) Act – 1980
(b) Obtaining Prior Clearance from the Standing
Committee of the National Board for Wild-life
as the project is located within 10 km of
Protected Areas (PAs)
22.
Weather there is any Government Order/ N/A
Policy relevant/relating to the site
23.
Forest Land involved (hectares)
24.
Approx. 99.713 Hectares of forest land is
involved.
Wheather there is any litigation pending No
against the project and /or land in which the
project is propose to be set up?
(a) Name of the Court
(b) Case No.
(c) Orders /directions of the Court, if
any and its relevance with the
proposed project.
I hereby given undertaking that the data and information given in the application and
enclosures are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I am aware that if any part
of the data and information submitted is found to be false or misleading at any stage, the
project will be rejected and clearance give, if any to the project will be revoked at our risk
and cost.
Signature of the Applicant with
Name and full Address
V.K.SHARMA
Chief General Manager (LA & Env.)
National Highways Authority of India,
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
G – 5 & 6, Sector 10, Dwaraka
New Delhi 110075
Date:
Place:
(II) Activity
1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the project involving actions, which will
cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.)
S.No. Information/ Checklist
confirmation
1.1
Permanent
or
temporary
change in land use, land cover
or
topography
including
increase in intensity of land
use (with respect to local land
use plan)
Yes/No
Yes
Details thereof (with approximate quantities/
rates, wherever possible) with source of
information
CHANGE IN LAND USE
Yes, there will be both temporary and permanent
change in the land use of the area.
The temporary change in land use will be due to
setting up of Labour Camps, Hot mix plant, Crusher,
WMM Plant, etc.
Permanent Change of land use will be in the area
falling in Proposed Right of way for the construction
of 6 lane Highway and other ancillary services like
Toll Plaza, wayside amenities etc.
CHANGE IN TOPOGRAPHY
1.2
Clearance of existing land,
vegetation and buildings?
Yes
1.3
Creation of new land uses?
Yes
1.4
Preconstruction
investigations e.g. bore house,
soil testing?
Construction works?
Yes
1.5
Yes
The road shall be constructed on an embankment
with average height of 4.5m and it involves tunneling
through Matheran Hill for 4.39 km from km 71+675
to km 76+121 which will change the topography in
this region.
The land, vegetation and buildings falling in
proposed right of way will be cleared after
acquisition of land.
Approximately 197 structures and 13534 trees falling
within Proposed RoW will be affected due to
proposed development.
The proposed development involves construction of 6
lane Expressway along with bridges, culverts,
interchanges, flyover, ROBs and cattle/vehicular
underpasses.
The new land use will also be created where Toll
plaza, truck laybye and way side amenities have been
proposed.
Pre – Construction investigation like Bore-House,
Soil testing and testing of construction materials have
been done and results included in Feasibility Report.
The construction work includes the following
TYPE OF FEATURES
SPUR
Length
94.390
Interchanges
6
Pavment type
Rigid Pavement
S.No. Information/ Checklist
confirmation
Yes/No
1.6
Demolition Works?
Yes
1.7
Temporary sites used for
construction works or
Housing of Construction
workers?
Above ground buildings,
structures
or
earthworks
including linear structures, cut
and fill or excavations
Yes
1.9
Under
ground
works
including mining or tunneling
Yes
1.10
Reclamation Works?
No
1.8
Yes
Details thereof (with approximate quantities/
rates, wherever possible) with source of
information
Flyovers
6
Vehicular underpass
14 (13+1)
Vehicular overpass
10
Pedestrian underpass
29 (27+2)
Cattle underpass
33
Major Bridges
10
Minor Bridges
20 (19+1)
Minor Bridges (Utility)
6 (2+4)
ROBs
6 (4+2)
Culverts
150 (127+23)
Wayside amenities (A)
2
Wayside amenities (B)
4
Truck parking
2
Service roads
10.925 km
Tunnel
4.400 km
Elevated structures
3.400 km
Toll Plaza
7 (on loop/ramp)+ 1
(on main)
Tolling System
Closed type
Civil Cost
4886.58 crore
197 Structures falling within PROW will have to be
demolished.
Labor Camps for 250-350 labors will be established
at required locations, for this, land will be acquired
temporarily
The entire roadway corridor will be built on
embankment.
The above ground structures include major, minor
Bridges, flyovers, toll plaza, wayside amenities and
truck lay byes.
A tunnel of 4.4 km length is proposed which:
• Starts from Km 71.675 (left) and Km 71.741
(Right)
• Ends at Km 76.071 (Left) and Km 76.121
(Right)
The length of tunnel in Matheran Eco-sensitive zone
is 3.88 Km
-
S.No. Information/ Checklist
confirmation
1.11
Dredging
No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities/
rates, wherever possible) with source of
information
-
1.12
Offshore structures
No
-
1.13
Production and manufacturing
processes?
Facilities for Storages of
goods or materials?
No
Not Applicable
Yes
Construction material like aggregates, sand, cement,
fuel and bitumen will be temporary stored in covered
sheds in construction camp.
Construction Stage
Liquid effluent
Approx. 11.61 KL/Day of liquid effluent will be
generated from Labor camps (Approx 250-300
labours) and Construction camps, the waste generated
will be treated in Septic Tank / Sedimentation Tank
before diverting it to soak pit. Mobile toilets will also
be provided.
Solid Waste
Approx. 75 kg/day of solid waste will be generated
from labor and Construction camps which will be
segregated and collected at source and later will be
disposed off through govt. authorized vendors.
-
1.14
Yes/No
1.15
Facilities for treatment or
disposal of solid waste or
liquid effluents?
Yes
1.16
Facilities
housing
workers?
long term
operational
No
1.17
New road, rail or sea traffic
during
construction
or
operation?
New road, rail, air waterborne
or
other
transport
infrastructure including new
or altered routes and stations,
ports, airports etc?
Yes
New road traffic during construction and after
completion of the expressway.
Yes
Diversion/alternative
construction stage.
1.19
Closure or diversion of
existing transport routes or
infrastructure
leading
to
changes
in
traffic
movements?
Yes
1.20
New or diverted transmission
lines or pipelines?
Yes
1.21
Impoundment,
damming,
culverting, realignment or
Yes
1.18
for
of
approach
road
during
New service roads, during operation, leading to
vehicular underpasses and service roads in built-up
areas.
Diversion along existing national and state highways,
major district roads (MDR), other district roads
(ODR) and village roads (VR), wherever the
proposed alignment crosses, during construction
period will be undertaken as per IRC guidelines on
safety in construction zone.
Electric Poles, High Transmission (HT) lines, gas
pipelines, water supply pipelines and other utility
lines pass through the PROW.
It is proposed to provide 150 culverts in the project
corridor in order to maintain natural hydrology in the
S.No. Information/ Checklist
confirmation
Yes/No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities/
rates, wherever possible) with source of
information
project area.
other
changes
to
the
hydrology of watercourses or
aquifers?
1.22
Stream crossings?
Yes
The proposed alignment of SPUR is crossing many
Streams. The major streams are:
Tansa, Ulhas, Vatsa, Kalu and Barvi
1.23
Abstraction or transfers of
water form ground or surface
waters?
Changes in water bodies or
the land surface affecting
drainage or run-off?
Transport of personnel or
materials for construction,
operation
or
decommissioning?
Yes
Water will be abstracted from surface and ground
source both for construction activities.
No
1.26
Long-Term dismantling
decommissioning
restoration works?
or
or
No
10 major, 20 minor, 6 utility bridges and 150 culverts
have been proposed in the project corridor to
maintain natural flow of the rivers/streams/canals etc
The construction materials will be transported during
construction from different sources identified along
the project road.
Construction labors will be stationed at temporary
hutments/ labor camps.
-
1.27
Ongoing
activity
during
decommissioning which could
have an impact on the
environment?
Influx of people to an area in
either
temporarily
or
permanently?
Yes
Dismantling of labour camps after completion of
construction activities.
Yes
Yes, there will be temporary influx of people to the
project area as labors and other people who will be
involved directly or indirectly in the construction of
Expressway. However preference will be given to
local people in the employment.
Introduction of alien species?
Loss of native species or
genetic diversity?
Any other actions?
No
No
1.24
1.25
1.28
1.29
1.30
1.31
Yes
No
2. Use of Natural resources for Construction or operation of the Project (such as land,
water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in short
supply) :
S.No
2.1
Information /Checklist Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates
confirmation
wherever possible) with source of information data
Land
especially
Yes
1241.551 Ha of land will be acquired to build the
undeveloped
or
Expressway and associated facilities. This land includes
agricultural land (ha)
agricultural land (1031.36 Ha), Non agricultural Land
(55.977 Ha) and Forest land (99.713 Ha).
S.No
Information /Checklist
confirmation
2.2
Water (expected source
& competing users)
unit: KLD
Minerals (MT)
Construction materialstone, aggregates, and
/soil (expected sourceMT)
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
Forests and Timber
(source- MT)
Energy
including
electricity and fuels
(source,
competing
users)
Unit: fuel (MT), energy
(MW)
Any
other
natural
resources
(Use
appropriate
standard units)
Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates
wherever possible) with source of information data
Yes
Approx. 5,640,000 KL of water is required which will be
sourced from Rivers present in the area.
No
Yes
S.No Material
Unit
Quantity
1
Cement
MT
1,230,000.00
2
Aggregate
MT
4,960,000.00
3
Sand
MT
2,940,000.00
4
Water
KL
5,640,000.00
5
Bitumen
MT
1,500.00
6
Diesel
KL
30,000.00
7
Earthwork in cut
Cum
7,580,000.00
8
Earthwork in fill
Cum 26,800,000.00
9
Tunnel excavates
Cum
(50% rock & 50 % earth)
13,67,190.00
No
Yes
Approx. 30000 KL of diesel will be used in DG sets
No
3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could
be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived
risks to human health.
S.No Information /Checklist
Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities
confirmation
/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
3.1
Use of substances or materials,
which are hazardous (as per
Diesel- 30000 KL
MSIHC rules) to human health or
Yes
Bitumen- 1500 MT
the environment (flora, fauna, and
water supplies)
3.2
Changes in occurrence of disease or
No
3.3
3.4
3.5
affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or
water borne diseases)
Affect the welfare of people e.g. by
changing living conditions?
Vulnerable groups of people who
could be affected by the project e.g.
hospital patients, children, the
elderly etc.
Any other cause
No
Yes
The proposed project will not affect the
welfare of people. However, it will provide
connectivity to Jawahar Lal Nehru Port
Terminal (JNPT) which will reduce travel time
and traffic on other roads and will improve the
environmental quality in the area.
There will be positive impact on Vulnerable
Groups of people due to improved connectivity
as travelling to educational institutions and
health care facilities will be faster and easier.
No
4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/
month)
S.No Information /Checklist
Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities
confirmation
/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
4.1
Spoil, overburden or mine wastes
Yes
Overburden due to replacement of top soil.
4.2
Municipal waste (domestic and or
commercial wastes)
Yes
4.3
Hazardous waste (as per Hazardous
Waste Management Rules)
No
Construction Phase
Domestic waste will be generated from labour
camps which will be disposed off as per MSW
Rules 2000.
Operation Phase
Small quantity of domestic / commercial waste
will be generated during operation phase from
Toll Plazas, which will be handled as per
prevailing rules.
N.A
4.4
Other industrial process wastes
No
N.A
4.5
Surplus product
No
N.A
4.6
Sewage sludge or other sludge from
effluent treatment
No
N.A
4.7
Construction or demolition wastes
Yes
4.8
Redundant machinery or equipment
No
Significant amount of demolition waste will be
generated due to dismantling of structures. The
construction waste generated will be reused in
the road construction activities.
N.A
4.9
Contaminated soils or other
materials
No
N.A
4.10
Agricultural wastes
No
N.A
S.No
Information /Checklist
confirmation
4.11
Other solid wastes
Yes/No
Details thereof (with approximate quantities
/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
Yes
Top Soil, which will be stripped, stored and
reused in median filling and slopes of
embankment where grass turfing is proposed.
5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr)
S. No Information /Checklist
confirmation
Yes/No
5.1
Emissions from combustion of
fossil fuels from stationery or
mobile sources.
Yes
5.2
Emissions
from
production
processes
Emissions from materials handling
including storage or transport
No
5.3
5.4
Emissions
from
construction
activities including plant and
equipment
Yes
5.5
Dust or odours from handling or
materials including construction
materials, sewage and waste
Yes
5.6
Emissions form incineration of
waste
Emission from burning of waste in
open air (e.g. slash materials,
construction debris)
Emissions from any other sources
No
There may be accidental spillage during
handling of material. Standard Practices as per
Hazardous waste (Management and Handling)
Rules will be adopted.
During Construction period the emissions will
be from Plant, Machineries, Hot Mix plant,
Crusher plant, WMM plant, Movement of
Vehicles etc
There will be dust generation during
construction, loading & unloading of
Construction Materials and from the Crusher
plant.
N.A
No
N.A
No
N.A
5.7
5.8
Yes
Details thereof (with approximate quantities
/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
During Construction, emissions will be
generated from the Vehicles transporting
Construction Materials, Machineries involved
during construction and Diesel Generating Sets
which will be used as power back up.
During Operation, the emissions will be from
the mobile sources as vehicles running on
Road and from DG sets to be used as power
back up.
N.A
6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat :
S.No
Information /Checklist
confirmation
6.1
From operation of equipment e.g.
Yes/No
Yes
Details thereof (with approximate quantities
/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
During Construction Period noise will be
engines, ventilation plant, crushes
6.2
6.3
From industrial or similar processes
From construction or demolition
No
No
6.4
From blasting or piling
Yes
6.5
From construction or operational
traffic
From lighting or cooling systems
From any other sources
Yes
generated from equipments, machinery and,
crushers plants.
N.A
There will be noise and air emissions from
construction machinery during construction,
phase.
Controlled blasting will be practiced for cutting
hills during tunneling etc.
During Construction and Operation Phase
No
No
N.A
N.A
6.6
6.7
7. Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground or
into sewers, surface waters, ground water, coastal waters or the sea:
S.No
Information /Checklist confirmation
Yes/No
7.1
From handling, storage, use or spillage
of hazardous materials.
Yes
7.2
From discharge of sewage or other
effluents to water or the land (expected
mode and place of discharge)
No
7.3
By deposition of pollutants emitted to air
into the land or into water
Yes
7.4
From any other sources
No
7.5
Is there a risk of long term build up of
pollutants in the environment from these
sources?
No
Details thereof (with approximate
quantities / rates. Wherever possible)
with source of information data
There may be accidental spillage.
Required Precaution will be taken in
Storage, Handling of Hazardous Materials
and accidental spillage of hazardous
materials.
The sewage from Workers Camp will be
discharged in septic tanks and shall
conform to norms.
During operations Sewage from Way Side
Amenities will be treated in Packaged
Treatment Plant or as per established
norms
There will dust from back filters installed
in hot mix plant during construction
phase. This may deposit on land and
surface water.
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8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could affect
human health or the environment.
S.No
Information /Checklist confirmation
Yes/No
8.1
From explosions, spillages, fires etc from
Yes,
Details thereof (with approximate
quantities / rates. Wherever possible)
with source of information data
There may be accidental spillage.
storage, handling, use or production of
hazardous substances.
Required Precaution will be taken in
Storage, Handling of Hazardous
Materials and accidental spillage of
hazardous materials.
8.2
From any other causes
No
8.3
Could the project be affected by natural
disasters causing environmental damage
(e.g. floods, earthquake, landslides,
cloudburst etc)?
No
The project area lies in moderate
magnitude seismic Zone III. Adequate
provision will be given in design of
structures.
9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could
lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or
planned activities in the locality
S.No
Information /Checklist confirmation
9.1
Lead to development of supporting, utilities, Yes
ancillary development or development
stimulated by the project, which could have
impact on the environment e.g.
9.2
9.3
9.4
•
Supporting infrastructure (roads, power
supply, waste or waste water treatment,
etc)
•
Housing development
•
Extractive industries
•
Supply industries
• Other
Lead to after –use of the site, which could
have an impact on the environment.
Set a precedent for later developments.
Have cumulative effects due to proximity to
other existing or planned projects with
similar effects.
Yes/No
Details thereof (with approximate
quantities / rates. Wherever
possible)
with
source
of
information data
development
will
• Proposed
provide improved access and
connectivity to the industries and
business enterprises in the area.
•
The project will also result in
development
of
supporting
infrastructures like towns, shops,
community facility in nearby
vicinity of the project.
•
Such induced development is not
likely to cause any adverse
impact on environment.
No
-
Yes
The proposed project will set
precedent for development as it is
planned to be developed in an
environment friendly manner with
controlled access and will act as a
landmark for future development in
the area.
No
(III) Environmental Sensitivity
S.No
1.
Areas
Areas
protected
under
international conventions,
national or local legislation
for
their
ecological,
landscape, cultural or other
related value
Aerial distance (within 15 Km.)
proposed project location boundary
Name/Identity
•
Yes
•
•
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Areas which are important
or sensitive for ecological
reasonsWetlands,
watercourse or other water
bodies,
coastal
zone,
biosphere,
mountains,
forests
Areas used by protected,
important
or
sensitive
species of flora or fauna for
breeding, nesting, foraging,
resting, over wintering,
migration
Inland, coastal, marine or
underground waters
•
Yes
Yes
•
•
•
Matheran
Eco-sensitive
zone
declared as Eco-sensitive zone by
MoEF notification Dated 4th
February 2003.
Tungareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary is
about 611 m from Chainage 1+500
km of the SPUR alignment.
Karnala Bird Sanctuary is located
7.11 km from the boundary of the
proposed SPUR alignment.
The proposed development passes
through Reserved Forest in Palghar,
Thane and Raigad District.
The proposed alignment falls within
15 km of Coastal Regulation Zone in
the State of Maharashtra.
The proposed alignment corridor
passes near Tungareshwar Wild Life
Sanctuary.
The project road alignment falls
within 15 Km of Karnala Bird
Sanctuary.
No
-
State, National boundaries
Routes or facilities used by
the public for access to
recreation or other tourist,
pilgrim area
Defence Installations
No
Yes
8.
Densely populated or builtup area
Yes
The densely populated towns along the
project road are Virar, Vasat (Jambhul),
Juweli, Koproli, Vichumbe and Panvel.
Besides these, many villages are present
along the project road.
9.
Areas occupied by sensitive
man-made
land
uses
(hospitals, schools, places
of worship, community
facilities)
Areas containing important,
high quality or scarce
Yes
Schools, Hospitals and Places of
Worship will be affected directly and
indirectly along the proposed alignment.
Yes
Numbers of orchards like banana
plantations, mango plantations are
7.
10.
No
Certain village roads and other district
roads are used by the people to visit
temples. Also certain roads across the
alignment are used by tourists.
-
S.No
11.
12.
Areas
resources
(Ground water resources,
surface resources, forestry,
agriculture,
fisheries,
tourism, minerals)
Areas already subjected to
pollution or environmental
damage
(those
where
existing legal environmental
standards are exceeded)
Areas susceptible to natural
hazard which could cause
the project to present
environmental problems
(Earthquake,
subsidence,
landslides, erosion, flooding
or extreme or adverse
climatic conditions)
Aerial distance (within 15 Km.)
proposed project location boundary
Name/Identity
directly affected
development.
by
the
proposed
No
-
Yes
The project area lies in moderate
magnitude seismic Zone III. Adequate
provision will be given in design of
structures.
TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)
FOR PREPARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT (EIA)
&
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP)
FOR
DEVELOPMENT OF 6 LANE SPUR, STARTING FROM KM 26.320 OF MUMBAI –
VADODARA EXPRESSWAY AND TERMINATES AT KM 24.416 OF NH 4B
FOR HIGHWAY PROJECT
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS AUTHORITY OF INDIA
(NHAI).
January, 2015
Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km 26.320 of Mumbai – Vadodara
Expressway and terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B
1.
Introduction
India has about 3.3 million kilometers of road network, which is one of the
largest road network in the world. The roads in the country are either under
administrative control of the Union Government or the State Government
concerned. Roads in the country carry about 65 percent of freight traffic and 87
percent of passenger traffic. National Highways, the primary road network of
the country, are under the Union Government. The aggregate length of
National Highways is, at present, 70548 kms which is about 2 percent of the
road network but carries about 40 percent of road traffic.
Keeping in view of the importance of the National Highways for the economic
development, the Government of India has taken up an ambitious program of
development of the National Highways under different phases of National
Highway Development Project (NHDP). One of the phases of NHDP, namely,
NHDP Phase-VI is for development of 1000 km of expressways. The
expressways carry large volumes of traffic at high speed and are access
controlled.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has been entrusted with the
implementation of, inter-alia, NHDP Phase-VI. This project has been proposed
to be implemented under Public Private Partnership mode and to be executed
as Design, Build, Finance and Operate (DBFO) contracts. The 400 km long
Vadodara - Mumbai (VM) Expressway is one of the expressways which have
been identified for implementation in the first phase.
The proposed Vadodara- Mumbai Expressway and the Spur are to be built as
access controlled expressways with access allowed only at the interchanges.
Based on the finding for early construction and the status of preconstruction
activities, the Project has been recommended to be implemented in phases.
Keeping view of the above, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH)
has decided that the implementation of the project has to be done in three
phases. The details of phasing are given in Table 1.
Table 1: Project Phasing
Sl.
No.
Phases
Stretches
Length
(km)
State/UT
1
Phase I
Main Expressway – Km
104+700 to Km
378+722
274.022
260.4 km in Gujarat;
5.5 km in DNH & 8.1
km in Maharashtra
172.77
Main Expressway
(78.38 km in Palghar,
Maharashtra)
and
SPUR (18.9 km in
Palghar, 55.3 km in
Thane & 20.2 km in
Raigad, Maharashtra)
26.32
26.32 km in Thane –
Maharashtra
2
Phase II
Main Expressway – Km
26+320 to Km 104+700
and
SPUR- (Km 0+00 to Km
94+390)
3
Phase III
Main Expressway – Km
0+000 to Km 26+320
2
Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km 26.320 of Mumbai – Vadodara
Expressway and terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B
The TOR deals with SPUR from Km 0+00 to Km 94+390. The length of SPUR
is about 94.390 Km.
Project Location
The entire alignment of the spur is a greenfield project. The project road starts
at km 26+320 of the main Vadodara Mumbai expressway near Vasai and ends
at km 24.476 of NH-4B near Panvel. The total length of the spur is 94.390 km
out of which 18.9 km (km 0.000 to km 18.900) lies in Palghar district, 55.3 km
(km 18.900 to km 74.200) lies in Thane district and 20.190 km (km 74.200 to
km 94.390) lies in Raigad district of Maharashtra. The alignment passes mostly
through plain and rolling terrain except in Matheran where the terrain is hilly.
On its way, the alignment passes the residential clusters and towns of Virar,
Shirsad, Bhinar, Ganeshpuri, Akloli, Vajreswari, Zidke, Awala, Mahapoli,
Angaon, Taloli (NH 3 Crossing), Savad (Pise), Ambivli, Bapsai (NH222
Crossing), Vasat (Jambhul), Badlapur, Juweli, Tamsai, Koproli, Vichumbe
before ending at Panvel.
2.
PROPOSED TERMS OF REFERENCE
Proposed Terms of Reference for the EIA study of the project road has been
largely formulated as per Model TOR for highway projects.
1. The study area will cover an area of 15 km either side of the corridor with
emphasis on immediate vicinity (500m) of the project highway.
2. EIA procedure will be guided as per recently published the EIA Manual for
highway projects.
3. Baseline environmental quality will be assessed within the study area with
emphasis along the project’s vicinity with combination of primary and
secondary data sources. Onsite monitoring for air quality, noise level,
surface and groundwater and soil will be conducted for one season other
than monsoon season.
4. Inventorization of existing engineering features/ structures, utilities and all
environmental features will be done along the project highway.
5. Identification of suitable borrows areas; quarries and other construction
material sources will be identified. Haul diagram for haulage purposes
giving quarry charts indicating the location of selected borrow areas,
quarries and the respective estimated quantities will be provided.
6. Traffic surveys and Axle load survey will be conducted and demand
forecasting will be done.
3.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY
Study area
The immediate corridor of impact was considered 500 meters on both sides
from centerline of road. The critical environmental issues (protected areas
notified under wildlife (protection) Act 1972, critically polluted areas as notified
by Central Pollution Control Board, notified ecosenstive areas, interstate
boundaries and international boundaries) to be considered within 15 km from
the alignment.
Description of Environment
The study of environment includes following:
Topography, ground conditions, altitude, slope, etc.
Soil type and its characteristics, soil erosion and land slide problem,
geology of the area.
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Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km 26.320 of Mumbai – Vadodara
Expressway and terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B
Collection of data for Meteorological and climatological conditions including
rainfall, temperature, relative humidity, wind direction and wind speed, etc.
for nearest IMD stations.
Monitoring of Ambient air quality at 5 locations shall be carried out as per
the new air quality standard published by MOEF for Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)
(ug/m3), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) (ug/m3), Particulate Matter (PM10)
(ug/m3), Particulate Matter (PM2.5) (ug/m3) and Carbon Monoxide (CO),
(ug/m3). Modified West and Gaeke method (IS-5182 part-II, 1969) adopted
for estimation of SO2. Jacobs-Hochheiser method (IS-5182 part-IV, 1975)
adopted for the estimation of NOX. Samples for Carbon monoxide collected
as grab in glass tubes/bladder and determine by Gas Chromatography/
NDIR techniques. The prediction of pollutant concentration in future years
based on projected traffic to be worked out using CALINE 3 model.
Noise level measurements shall be carried out at 5 locations along the
project road for residential, commercial and sensitive locations during day
and night i.e. 6 am to 10 pm and 10 pm to 6 am at 10 locations as per
CPCB Standards. Prediction of Noise level during Operation phase in
future years to be determined using FHWA Model.
Study of hydrology of the project road. The surface water bodies (rivers,
lakes, streams, ponds) adjacent to /crossing the project road studied for
their characteristics - seasonal or perennial, their water flow pattern, their
catchment areas and usage. Ponds along the project road studied for their
extent of impact.
The depth of ground water table, the ground water availability in the project
area, the exploitation of ground water shall be studied.
Monitoring of Ground water at 2 locations and surface water resource at 3
locations of river Ullhas along the project road alignment and examination
for physico-chemical parameters. Collection of Surface water samples
Rivers. Collection of Ground water samples from most commonly used
ground water sources along the project road.
Analysis of the samples collected as per the procedures specified in
'Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater'
published by American Public Health Association (APHA).
The natural drainage of the project region, the existing drainage pattern of
the project road, runoff flow direction, possible flooding, erosion.
Land use pattern established along the project road classifying forest land,
agriculture land, water bodies, settlements (residential, commercial,
industrial) along the project road. Soil Monitoring for Physio – Chemical
Characteristics at 4 locations.
Places of tourist interest, historical, archaeological places and places of
religious interests (if any) identified along the project road- in the immediate
vicinity and also within study area (15 km on either side of the project road).
Ecological Sensitive Locations: Survey of sensitive ecological locations,
such as wildlife sanctuary, national parks, bio reserve (if any). Ecological
Studies: Study of Terrestrial and aquatic ecology along the project road.
Identification of Flora and fauna in the project area. To identify whether any
wild life, endangered species, migrating species is present in the project
area, also whether any animal crossing occurs along the road.
Survey of Flora along the project road. Tree enumeration within the
proposed ROW including the girth size. Bare minimum tree felling to be
proposed.
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Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km 26.320 of Mumbai – Vadodara
Expressway and terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B
Study of Aquatic flora and fauna in the major water bodies crossing the
project road
Study of demographic details including population, schedule caste,
schedule tribe, literacy, occupation pattern in the settlements along the
project road, economic and social conditions, life styles, etc. along the
project road. Study of infrastructure facilities in the settlements along the
project road.
The social study will comprise socio-economic survey along the project
road and reflect the number and details of Project Affected Persons (PAPs)
along the project road.
Analysis of Alternatives
In- depth study of related maps, topographic sheets, physical inspection and
environmental and social screening carried out in order to find out the
technically and environmentally sound, most feasible alignment. Alternatives
analysed considering without and with project situations and components.
Alternatives compared on the basis of their potential environmental impacts,
capital and recurrent costs, suitability under local conditions, institutional
training and monitoring requirements. For each alternative, the environmental
costs and benefits were quantified to the extent possible and the basis for the
selected alternative stated.
Analysis of alternative included alignment selection, finalization of bypasses,
road widening to reduce the cutting of tree, minimum demolition of structures
and land use pattern and its acquisition.
Anticipated environmental Impact and mitigation measures
The impact assessment carried out in accordance with the requirement of the
Government of India and State and local level laws and guidelines. The
collected primary and secondary data compiled and analysed to establish a
comprehensive database and assesses the existing baseline environmental
condition.
Impact assessment carried out after establishing the baseline status of the
study corridor and analysis of the project data/activities. Wherever practicable,
a quantitative analysis was performed. Suitable computer models were used;
otherwise, the impact prediction involved quantification through mathematical
computation. The project activities were linked with the existing baseline
environmental conditions in order to short list the affected environmental
parameters and assesses the likely impacts on such parameters. Compliance
of the project with national standards has been duly checked. Following
aspects were given due importance during assessment of impacts and
recommending remedial measures:
Align of the project road and topographical changes
Roadside drainage to avoid water logging, erosion & environmental
degradation. Necessary arrangements for adequate drainage along the
road to avoid over flooding of surrounding area. Also suggestion of rain
water harvesting structures at least 3m-5m above the highest ground water
level.
Impact on soil along the project road.
Impact on borrow area and quarries. Suitable measures for rehabilitation of
Borrow areas.
Impact on ambient air quality due to air pollution during construction
activities and vehicle movement. Prediction of concentration of air
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Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km 26.320 of Mumbai – Vadodara
Expressway and terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B
pollutants during operation phase using simulation model CALINE 4.
Suggestion of adequate mitigation measures
Impact on noise level during construction activities and vehicle movement.
Impact of higher traffic volume during operation phase especially in
habitations and receptors like schools, hospitals. Impact prediction using
noise model-FHWA. Suggestion of mitigation measures for attenuating
noise.
Details of water requirement during construction phase and the respective
sources. Also measures required during construction of bridges & other
cross drainage structures across water bodies to minimize impact on
surface water quality during construction phase.
Nature quantity and disposal of Solid Waste (construction spoils, domestic
waste). Quantification of solid waste during construction phase. The same
shall be reused for construction of road for making haul road and camp site.
The surplus (if any) shall be disposed off to the designated dumping site
after permission from local statutory authority. The very minimum amount of
domestic waste likely to be generated from the camps during construction
phase, will be disposed off to the local designated dumping ground by the
local authority with payment basis.
Impact on terrestrial and aquatic ecology. Enumeration of roadside trees
present along the project road, legal status of the trees, effort to minimize
tree cutting, development plan for green belt along the road in the space
available with cost provision for development and maintenance. Necessary
permission to be obtained for cutting of trees from competent authorities
Public health & sanitation, and occupational health & safety of construction
workers.
Impact on safety of local people during construction and operation phases.
Measures for pedestrian safety and animal crossing during operation phase
by suggestion of locations for underpasses, foot over-bridges, service
roads. Adequate cattle crossings for movement of agricultural produce at
specific locations along the road.
Identification of accident prone zones and suggestion of road safety
features to avoid accidents. Providing details of road safety and signages.
Details of PAPs and socio-economic impacts
Public consultation & information disclosure
The consultation along the project road will be carried out with prior intimation
to the local authority and public by advertising the same in local newspaper.
The issues discussed during consultation shall be incorporated in the design
framework.
Environmental Monitoring Program
Environmental monitoring plan for construction and post construction phases of
the project road will be formulated to ensure effectiveness of implemented
environmental mitigation measures. Cost of Environmental Monitoring Plan for
construction and post construction phase of the project will be worked out.
Environment Management Plan
Environment Management Plan (EMP) is the key to ensure a safe and clean
environment during construction and operation phases. The desired results
from the environmental mitigation measures proposed in the project may not be
obtained without a management plan to assure its proper implementation and
function. The EMP will envisage the plans for the proper implementation of
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Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km 26.320 of Mumbai – Vadodara
Expressway and terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B
mitigation measures to reduce the adverse environmental impacts arising out
of the project activities during construction and operation phase. The following
issues will be addressed in the EMP
Preventive mitigation, compensatory & enhancement measures for
minimization & abatement of the undesirable impacts caused during the
construction and operation stage.
Details of management plans (compensatory plantation, solid waste
management plan, borrow area management plan, occupational safety and
health plan etc.) including their implementation schedule and supervision
programme.
Identified/ recommended institutional set up for implementation of the EMP
including institutional requirements, staffing and training.
Environmental monitoring programme during construction and operation
phase including parameters, locations and frequency of monitoring,
monitoring mechanisms, performance indicators, implementation
programme and cost.
Environmental Management Budget: The preliminary environmental budget
considering the environmental aspects for the project.
In addition to above, following information/ data will be collected and
incorporated in the EIA Report:
•
Topography of the project site will be described using toposheet and field
observation. Filling / earth excavation will be quantified and source of filling
materials and its transportation issues will be addressed in the report.
Strategies will be suggested to reuse the excavated earth generated from
the project site. The impact of the project on the existing drainage pattern
will be addressed and mitigation measures will be suggested to counter the
adverse impact on the existing drainage pattern.
•
Quantification of air pollution load from the proposed project will be done.
Potential environmental impacts will be assessed qualitatively and
quantitatively. The changes in the quality of the environment will be
predicted using appropriate available model approved by MoEF. In case
the ambient air quality of the surrounding area is predicted to be critical
then additional strategies will be suggested as air pollution mitigation
measures.
•
Availability of water and impact on other users on account of water drawl
for the proposed project will be assessed using historical flow data of
stream. Permission from competent authority to draw the required quantity
of water will be obtained. Strategies will be suggested to ensure that the
wastewater does not contaminate the environment.
•
Greenery development plan will be prepared to enhance the aesthetic
quality of the environment. The plan will also concentrate on measures that
will be helpful in attenuating air and noise pollution levels from the project.
Indigenous species and those having long-term economic value will be
considered for plantation.
•
The existing traffic movement pattern and intensity on the main roads will
be monitored. Traffic projection will be done and the impact of additional
traffic due to the proposed augmentation/strengthening work will be
assessed including health and safety matters.
•
Rainwater harvesting strategies within the project corridor shall be explored
depending the ground water conditions in the study area.
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Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km 26.320 of Mumbai – Vadodara
Expressway and terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B
•
The project specific impacts and its mitigation related to safety aspects viz.
(i) safety of construction workers, (ii) safety of road users including
pedestrians and cyclists (iii) safety to cattle; (iv) safety of local community
(iv) unsafe/ hazardous traffic conditions due to construction vehicle
movement will be addressed comprehensively during design and
construction stage and (v) need for safety audit will be assessed. Based on
standard procedures prescribed by the National Safety Council and
provisions mentioned in the Factories Act, occupational health and safety
aspects of the project will be identified.
•
Environmental Management Plan will be drawn up to maintain and enhance
the environmental quality along the project corridor. In case the quality of
the environment is expected to deteriorate beyond acceptable limits,
additional strategies will be suggested. The EMP will earmarked specific
staff, instruments and finances for routine environmental management as
well as collection, collation and examination of various environmental data.
A post-project monitoring plan will be suggested to monitor the changes in
the environmental quality after implementation of the project. All necessary
administrative measures will be incorporated in the EMP to achieve the
following objectives:
-
Reduction of adverse environmental impacts
-
Improvement of environmental quality of the surrounding area
-
Waste minimization, reuse and resource recovery
-
Waste segregation to make the treatment and disposal cost-effective
-
Establish proper monitoring mechanism with adequate infrastructure
-
Potential hazards that may arise out of storage / transportation of
hazardous chemicals / materials during construction work will be
systematically identified using standard hazard identification
procedures. Maximum credible accident scenarios will be considered
for consequence analysis.
-
Social impact assessment will be carried out by assessing the various
developmental potential of the proposed project in the field of
employment generation, improvement in physical and social
infrastructure base.
-
All environmental concerns directly related to the project activity, as
addressed by the Public, State Administration and NGO during the
public hearing process would be duly addressed in the Final EIA along
with the commitments of the project promoter.
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Annexure I
LOCATION MAP
Annexure II
List of Villages falling along the SPUR alignment
Sl.
No.
Tehsil
Village
Sl.
No.
Tehsil
Village
Villages in Palghar district of Maharashtra
1
Vasai
Ambode
8
Vasai
Navsai
2
Vasai
Bhinar
9
Vasai
Bhatane
3
Vasai
Kalambhon
10
Vasai
Adane
4
Vasai
Shirsad
11
Wada
Nimbvali
5
Vasai
Kashidkopar
12
Wada
Gorad
6
Vasai
Mandvi
13
Wada
Kelthan
7
Vasai
Chandip
Villages in Thane district of Maharashtra
1
Bhivandi
Akloli
25
Kalyan
Balyani
2
Bhivandi
Mahalunge
26
Kalyan
Umbharni
3
Bhivandi
Ghotgaon
27
Kalyan
Nandap
4
Bhivandi
Kasbe Dugad
28
Kalyan
Manivali
5
Bhivandi
Mohili Br.
29
Kalyan
Rayate
6
Bhivandi
Mohili
30
Kalyan
Pimploli
7
Bhivandi
Malbidi
31
Kalyan
Vaholi
8
Bhivandi
Nandithane
32
Kalyan
Manjarli
9
Bhivandi
Supegaon
33
Kalyan
Aapti Tarfe Bahe
10
Bhivandi
Nivali
34
Kalyan
Goveli
11
Bhivandi
Pundas
35
Kalyan
Ambivali Tarfe
Vasundri
12
Bhivandi
Khandpe
36
Ambarnath
Dapivali
13
Bhivandi
Chinchvali
37
Ambarnath
Dhoke
14
Bhivandi
Vadpe
38
Ambarnath
Aambeshiv Br.
15
Bhivandi
Borivali
39
Ambarnath
Yeranjad
16
Bhivandi
Usroli
40
Ambarnath
Sonivali
17
Bhivandi
Amane
41
Ambarnath
Badlapur
Annexure II
18
Bhivandi
Kiravali
42
Ambarnath
Sape
19
Bhivandi
Sange
43
Ambarnath
Joveli
20
Bhivandi
Vahuli
44
Ambarnath
Bhoj
21
Bhivandi
Pise
45
Ambarnath
Khuntvali
22
Bhivandi
Kukse
46
Ambarnath
Bendshil
23
Kalyan
Konderi
47
Ambarnath
Chamtoli
24
Kalyan
Sangode
48
Ambarnath
Dahivali
Villages in Raigarh District
Sl.
No.
1
Tehsil
Panvel
Villages
Sl.
No.
Tehsil
Vangani Tarfe
Taloje
11
Panvel
Villages
Vihighar
2
Panvel
Karambeli Tarfe
Taloje
12
Panvel
3
Panvel
Shirvali
13
Panvel
Shivkar
4
Panvel
Ambe
14
Panvel
Chiple
5
Panvel
Morbe
15
Panvel
Devad
6
Panvel
Khanav
16
Panvel
Vichumbe
7
Panvel
Chinchvali
Tarfe Vaje
17
Panvel
8
Panvel
Bhanghar
Tarfe Vaje
18
Panvel
9
Panvel
Vakadi
19
Panvel
Karnjade
10
Panvel
Nere
20
Panvel
Nandgaon
Moho
Usarli Kh.
Kalundre
Bhatne
Navsaipada
Kas
Medhe
Ambote
Telchapada
Jamanpada
Travel Distance From
Node 1 to Node 10
Alternate Alignment
hid
ar
kop
Kutjapada
3
Dive
Kevni
Kopar
Kalvar
Kallipada
Vavli
Gotadichapada
Betavde
Dativli
Kasheli
Kharbav
Shivansaipada
Shivansai
Tiplipada
Chandip
Sirsad
Mandvi
LEGEND :
Outer Recommended Alignment
Alternative Alignments
Proposed Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway Alignment
ALIGNMENT/ALTERNATIVES FOR
SPUR TO JNPT
Taloje Mazkur
Turambhe
Borivli
Patipada
7
Navde
Pendhar
Tondhre
Ghote
Karvi
6
Taloja Budrukh
Usarghar
Vaklan
Vihighar
Vakdi
Khairwadi
Industrial Area
Ambivli
Sangtoli
Teraghar
Umroli
Ghotsal
Tomsa
Phanspada
Thokerwal
Bhoj
Dahivli
Juweli
Kharvai
Shirgaon
Vaholi
Pimploli
Deshpandepada
Dundrepada
Voghera
Usroli
Dundre
Nandep
Panjrapura
Bale
Manivli
Umbharnal
Balyani
Vasundri
Konderipada
ata
Narivli
Songade
Sange
Kiravli
Chiradpada
Manjarli
Vadavli
Vadavli
Amne
Khanval
Vashere
Bohirpada
Jombhu
Kole
Vadpe
Khaling Khurd
Chinchavli
Chave
Pandris
Vasat
Gharivli
Bhopar
Dhamangaon
Khandpe
Nivli
Karanjoti
Nandithane
Bhendipada
Chaparachpada
y
Ro
Ghesar
Nilaje
Bharodipada
Anjur Divepada
Anjur
Kalher
Purne
Rahan
Dunge
Vodghor
Vadu Navghar
Nandurki
Tembhavli
Monichpada
Dugad
Vedhe
Angaon
Mohili
Bombydchapada
Ghotgaon
Vedhepada
Mohlunge
Usroli
Ponirdpai
Palivli
Ghoblichapada
Majivada
Chimbipada
Vajreshwari
Kuha
Khadki Khurd
Kuhurpada
Bhivali
Khadki Budrukh
Tilher
Khairpada
Kaloshipada
Majivlipada
Ghotgaonpada
Ughanpada
Mhaskina
Palichapada
Dapivi
kalbhon
Shirovli
Tukripada
Jalkaipada
Ganeshpuri
Ghateghar
Akloli
Majivli
Parol
Bhinar
Tulsipada
Adne
Anneuxre III
Industrial Area