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Six-Monthly Environmental Compliance Report of
Stipulated Conditions of Environmental Clearance
(April to September, 2014)
FOR
Group Housing Project
“Atharva”
Sec-109, at village Panwala, Khusrupur,
Gurgaon
HARYANA
Submission to:
Ministry of Environment and Forests (MOEF)
Submitted by:
Raheja Developers Pvt. Ltd.
Dec, 2014
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Contents
Description
Chapter 1 Introduction and Project Description
1.1
Introduction
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1.2
1.3
1.4
Chapter 2
Part A
Project Description
Present Status
Purpose of the Report
Compliance of Stipulated Conditions of Environmental Clearance
Specific Conditions for buildings in operational phase
I. Construction Phase
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Part B
Chapter 3
3.1
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
II. Operation Phase
General Conditions
Details of Environmental Monitoring
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Methodology
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
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3.1.4
3.2
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
Discussion on Ambient Air Quality in the Study Area
Ambient Noise Monitoring
Ambient Noise Monitoring Locations
Methodology of Noise Monitoring
Ambient Noise Monitoring Results
Discussion on Ambient Noise Levels in the Study Area
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3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
3.4
Groundwater Quality Monitoring
Groundwater Quality Monitoring Locations
Methodology of Groundwater Quality Monitoring
Groundwater Quality Monitoring Results
Discussion on Groundwater Quality in the Study Area
Soil Monitoring
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3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
Tables
3.1
3.2
Soil Monitoring Locations
Methodology of Soil Monitoring
Soil Monitoring Results
Discussion on Soil Characteristics in the Study Area
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Details of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
Techniques used for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
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3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
Details of Ambient Noise Monitoring Stations
Ambient Noise Monitoring Results
Details of Water Quality Monitoring Station
Groundwater Quality Monitoring Results
Details of Soil Quality Monitoring Location
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Figures
3.1
3.2
Annex
Physico-Chemical Characteristics of Soil in the Study Area
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Variation of Ambient Air Quality
Location wise variation of Ambient Noise Levels
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Description
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Environmental clearance letter
Monitoring Reports
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Chapter 1
Introduction and Project Description
1.1
Introduction
The Group Housing Complex “Atharva” is being developed in Village Panwala, Khusrupur,
Sector 109, Gurgaon Haryana, by Raheja Developers Pvt. Ltd. to facilitate Residential services.
This project has been awarded ‘Gold” grading by SEAC, Haryana.
The project has been sanctioned by the Department of Town & Country Planning (DTCP), Govt.
of Haryana. Approval from airport authority has been obtained.
This project has been granted environmental clearance by the State Environmental Impact
Assessment Authority, under category 8(a), Haryana vide reference number DEH/09/SEIAA/66
dated 01/04/2009.
1.2
Project Description
Salient Features:
This project involves construction of group housing on a plot area of 59941.94 sq.m. Total Builtup area is 157918.34 sq.m. The present buildings blocks are 2Basements+GF+16 Floors. There
are 528 no. of dwelling units, 18 nos. of villas, 1 nursery school, I community center, 116 EWS
and commercial area.
The height of the building is 60 M. The NOC from airport authority has already been obtained.
The total fresh water requirement is 600 KLD out of which 324 KLD will be fresh water
requirement. The waste water generation will be about 447 KLD which will be treated in STP of
470 KLD capacity. The 276 KLD of treated water will be reused in horticulture, cooling of DG,
flushing and washing and the excess water will be discharge into the public sewer with
permission.
Total waste generation will be 1475 Kg/day, which will be disposed off as per SWM & Handling
Rules.
Parking:
The building project will have adequate parking facility.
Water Supply:
The source of water supply is through Tankers of treated waste water during construction phase
and during Operational phase water supply will be from the HUDA.
Electricity:
The building will avail electricity from HVVN. The power requirement is approximately4858 KW.
1.3
Present Status
Project is in construction phase.
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Purpose of the Report
This six-monthly report is being submitted as per the condition stipulated in the Environmental
Clearance letter.
Further, the study will envisage the environmental impacts that have generated in the local
environment due to the project.
The environmental assessment is being carried out to verify:
 That the project does not have any adverse environmental impacts in the project area and its
surrounding
 Compliance with the conditions stipulated in the Environmental Clearance Letter.
 That the Project Management is implementing the environmental mitigation measures as
suggested in the approved Form-1, Form-1A, Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and
building plans.
 The project proponent is implementing the environmental safeguards in true spirit.
 Any non-conformity in the project with respect to the environmental implication of the project.
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Chapter 2
Compliance of Stipulated Conditions of Environmental Clearance for Buildings in Construction &
Operational Phase
PART A – SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
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Construction Phase
Conditions of Environmental Clearance
Status of Compliance
The project proponent will first obtain
permission of CGWA for abstraction of ground
water and only after that they will start the
construction.
All required sanitary and hygienic measures
should be in place before starting construction
activities and to be maintained throughout the
construction phase.
A first aid room will be provided in the project
both during construction and operation phase
of the project.
Adequate drinking water and sanitary facilities
should be provided for construction workers at
site. Provision should be made for mobile
toilets. The safe disposal of waste water and
solid wastes generated during the construction
phase should be ensured.
All the topsoil excavated during construction
activities should be stored for use in
horticulture/landscape development within the
project site.
Disposal of muck during construction phase
should not create any adverse effect on the
neighboring communities and be disposed taking
the necessary precautions for general safety and
health aspects of people, only in approved sites
with the approval of competent authority.
Construction spoils, including bituminous material
and other hazardous materials, must not be
allowed to contaminate watercourses and the
dump sites for such material must be secured so
that they should not leach into the ground water.
Any hazardous waste generated during
construction phase, should be disposed off as
per applicable rules and norms with necessary
approval of the Haryana State Pollution Control
Board.
The diesel generator sets to be used during
construction phase should be of low sulphur
diesel type and should conform to Environment
(Protection) Rules prescribed for air and noise
emission standards
The diesel required for operating DG sets shall
be stored in underground tanks and if required,
clearance from Chief Controller of Explosives
shall be taken.
Vehicles hired for bringing construction material
to the site should be in good condition and should
have a pollution check certificate and should
conform to applicable air and noise emission
standards and should be operated only during
Treated water is being used for construction
purposes; no abstraction of ground water is
in practice.
All required sanitary and hygienic measures
are being taken to and will be maintained
throughout the construction phase.
First aid facility is readily available at the
project site in the custody of the project in
charge.
Supply of drinking water and provision of
sanitary facility has been provided within the
project site. There is provision of mobile
toilets for the construction workers.
Top soil is stored at secured location and
will be used for landscaping after completion
of civil work
There is no larger quantity of muck
generated during construction activity.
No hazardous waste is being generated,
however if it would be so then disposal
would be as per HSPCB guideline
Construction spoils, including bituminous
material and other hazardous materials is
disposed off in scientific manner. There is no
adverse impact on the watercourses
This is a construction project for group
housing and no hazardous waste will be
generated. However if applicable, necessary
approval will be taken.
Low sulphur diesel is being used to run the
DG sets during power failure and it confirms
to
Environment
(Protection)
Rules
prescribed for air and noise emission
standards
The diesel required for operating DG sets is
stored/ secured in such a way that no
accidents, spillage and leakage possible.
Vehicles hired for bringing construction
material to the site are new and it is being
ensured to have pollution check certificate.
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Conditions of Environmental Clearance
non peak hours.
Ambient noise levels should conform to
residential standards both during day and night.
Incremental pollution loads on the ambient air
and noise quality should be closely monitored
during construction phase. Adequate measures
should be taken to reduce ambient air and noise
level during construction phase, so as to conform
to the stipulated standards
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Fly ash should be used as building material in the
construction as per the provisions of Fly Ash
Notification of September, 1999 and amended as
on 27th August 2003
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Ready mix concrete must be used in building
construction
Storm water control and its re-use as per CGWB
and BIS standards for various applications
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Water demand during construction should be
reduced by use of pre-mixed concrete, curing
agents and other best practices referred
Permission from competent authority for supply
of water shall be obtained prior to construction/
operation of the project
Separation of grey and black water should be
done by use of dual plumbing line for separation
of grey and black water.
Fixtures for showers, toilet flushing and drinking
should be of low flow either by use of aerator or
pressure reducing devices or sensor based
control.
Use of glass may be reduced by up to 40% to
reduce the electricity consumption and load on
air conditioning. If necessary use high quality
glass with special reflective coating in windows.
Roof should meet prescribed requirement as per
Energy Conservation Building Code by using
appropriate thermal insulation materials to fulfill
requirement
Opaque
wall
should
meet
prescriptive
requirement as per Energy Conservation Building
Code which is proposed to be mandatory for all
air conditioned spaces while it is aspirational for
non-air-conditioned spaces by use of appropriate
thermal insulation material to fulfill requirement.
The approval of the competent authority shall be
obtained for structural safety of the building due
to earthquake, adequacy of fire fighting
equipments etc. as per National Building Code
including protection measures from lighting etc. If
any forest land is involved in the proposed site,
clearance under forest Conservation Act shall be
taken from the competent Authority
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Status of Compliance
Ambient noise level monitoring was carried
out and it was found to be little higher than
the prescribed limit of residential standards
during day and night. Incremental pollution
loads on the ambient air and noise quality
are closely monitored during construction
phase. Adequate measures have been
taken to reduce ambient air and noise level
during construction phase.
Fly ash is being used in Ready Mix Concrete
as building material in the construction as
per the provisions of Fly Ash Notification of
September, 1999 and amended as on 27th
August 2003
Ready Mix Concrete is used for the project
Storm water was controlled by laying proper
internal drainage network within the project
site
To conserve water, pre-mixed concrete,
curing agents and other best practices are
followed.
Assurance for Water supply has been
obtained from HUDA for the operation
phase
Separation of grey and black water should
be done by use of dual plumbing line as per
provision.
Same will be complied during operation
phase.
Same will be complied.
Energy conservation measures would be
adopted for roof treatment.
Energy conservation measures would be
adopted for walls.
All approvals from the competent authority
have been obtained for structural safety of
the building due to earthquake, adequacy of
fire fighting equipments etc.
No forest land is involved. The project site is
designated under residential land use;
however NOC from forest department has
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Conditions of Environmental Clearance
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Status of Compliance
Regular supervision of the above and other
measures for monitoring should be in place all
through the construction phase, so as to avoid
disturbance to the surroundings.
Under the provision of Environmental (Protection)
Act, 1986, legal action shall be initiated against
the project proponent if it is found that
construction of the project has been started
without obtaining environmental clearance.
been obtained.
Regular supervision of the above and other
measures for monitoring shall be in place all
through the construction phase to avoid
disturbance to the surroundings.
Construction was started after obtaining
Environmental Clearance.
II. Operation Phase
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No
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Conditions of Environmental Clearance
Status of Compliance
The STP shall be installed for the treatment of
the sewage generated to the prescribed
standards including odour and treated effluent
will be recycled to the maximum and excess
treated sewer to be discharged in public
sewer after UV treatment.
Separation of gray and black water should
be done by the use of dual plumbing line.
Treatment of 100% gray water by
decentralized treatment should be done
For disinfections of the treated wastewater
ultra violate radiation or ozonization should
be used.
The solid waste generated should be
properly collected and segregated. Wet
garbage should be composted and dry/inert
solid waste should be disposed off to the
approved sires for land filling after recovering
recyclable material
Diesel power generating sets proposed as
source of backup power for lifts, common
area illumination and for domestic use
should be of enclosed type and conform to
rules made under the Environment
(Protection) Act, 1986. The location of the
DF sets should be in the basement as
promised by the project proponent with
appropriate stack height as per the CPCB
norms. The diesel used for DG sets should
be of low sulphur contents (Maximum 0.25%)
Ambient Noise level should be controlled to
ensure that it does not exceed the prescribed
standards both within and at the boundary of
the proposed Hotel complex
There is a provision of STP for treating entire
sewage generated from the building.
The project proponent should maintain at
least 30% as green cover area out of which
15% area should be used for tree plantation
especially all around the periphery of the
project and on the road sides preferably with
local species so as to provide protection
Provision of dual plumbing has been made for
separation of grey and black water. Treated
waste water will be used for flushing,
landscaping& DG Cooling.
Use of UV Treatment has been proposed for
disinfection of treated waste water in the STP.
Solid waste is being disposed through MCG
authorized waste collector and disposed in the
solid waste management facility at approved
site for solid waste treatment and disposal.
DG sets installed would be of enclosed type
conforming to the rules made under EP Act
1986.
DG stack would go above building block. The
height above building block would be as per
CPCB norms.
Low sulphur diesel (with maximum sulphur
content of 0.25%) would be used for operating
DG Sets
Ambient noise level at the project site during
operation phase will be monitored and it will be
ensured that the ambient noise level would not
exceed the prescribed standards both within
and at the boundary of the project site as per
residential standards.
Landscape will be developed after completion
of entire civil construction works. There is
provision of green belt development in the
project area up to 30% of green cover area for
tree plantation especially all around the
periphery of the project and on the road sides
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against particulate and noise. The open
spaces inside the plot should be preferably
landscaped
and
covered
with
vegetation/grass.
Weep holes in the compound walls shall be
provided to ensure natural drainage of rain
water in the catchment area during the
monsoon period
Rain water harvesting for roof run-off and
surface run-off as per plan submitted should
be implemented. Before recharging the
surface runoff, pre run off treatment must be
done to remove suspended matter, oil and
grease. The bore well for rain water
recharging should be kept at least 5 m above
the highest ground water table
The ground water level and its quality should
be monitored regularly in consultation with
Central Ground Water Authority.
Traffic congestion near the entry and exit
points for the road adjoining the proposed
project site. Parking should be fully
internalized and no public space should be
utilized.
A report on the energy conservation
measures conforming to energy conservation
norms finalize by Bureau of Energy Efficiency
should be prepared incorporating details
about building materials and technology, R &
U Factors etc. and submit to the IA Division of
Environment Department, Haryana in three
months time
Energy
conservation
measures
like
installation of CFLs/ TELs for lighting the
areas outside the building should be integral
part of the project design and should be in
place before project commissioning. Used
CFLs and TFLs should be properly collected
and disposed off/ sent for recycling as per the
prevailing guidelines/ rules of the regulatory
authority to avoid mercury contamination. Use
of solar panels should be done to maximum
possible extent
Adequate measures should be taken to
prevent odour problem from solid waste
processing plant and STP.
The building should have adequate distance
between them to allow movement of fresh air
and passage of natural light, air and
ventilation.
The solid waste generated should be properly
collected and segregated as per the
requirement of the MSW Rules 2000. The wet
garbage should be sent for composting and
dry/inert solid waste should be disposed off to
the approved sire for land filling after
recovering recyclable materials
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preferably with local species so as to provide
protection against particulate and noise.
There is provision of weep holes in the
compound walls for natural drainage of rain
water in the catchment area during the
monsoon period
Adequate number of RWH pits will be
constructed in the operational part of the
building. RWH pits have been designed as per
CGWB norms.
The ground water level and its quality would be
monitored regularly in consultation with Central
Ground Water Authority.
It will be ensured that no traffic congestion take
place.
No public space will be utilized for parking
during operation phase
The report on the energy conservation
measures conforming to energy conservation
norms finalized by Bureau of Energy Efficiency
will be prepared and the same will be submitted
to the IA Division of Environment Department,
Haryana
Energy efficient luminaries like CFL would be
used in common areas during the operational
phase of the project.
Adequate measures shall be taken to prevent
odour problem from solid waste processing
plant and STP during operation phase.
Same will be complied.
Solid waste will be collected by MCG
authorized collector and disposed off securely
at Municipal Waste Management Facility
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PART B – GENERAL CONDITIONS
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Conditions of Environmental Clearance
Status of Compliance
The environmental safeguards contained in
the documents should be implemented in
letter and spirit.
Environmental Safeguards as prescribed by the
ministry of environment and forests in the
clearance document is being implemented in
true spirit.
As per the provision, supply of kerosene or
cooking gas and pressure cooker to the labors
during construction phase.
Provision should be made for supply of
kerosene or cooking gas and pressure
cooker to the labours during construction
phase.
Six-monthly monitoring reports should be
submitted to the HSPCB and Regional Office,
MOEF, GOI, Northern Region.
In the case of any change(s) in the scope of
the project, the project would require a fresh
appraisal by the SEIAA/SEAC, Haryana.
The SEIAA, Haryana reserves the right to
add
additional
safeguard
measures
subsequently,
if
found
necessary.
Environment Clearance granted will be
revoked if it is found that false information
has been given for getting approval of this
project.
All other statutory clearances such as the
approvals for storage of diesel from Chief
Controller of Explosives, Fire Department,
Civil
Aviation
Department,
Forest
Conservation Act, 1980 and Wildlife
(Protection) Act, 1972, shall be obtained, as
applicable by project proponents from the
respective authorities.
These stipulations would be enforced among
others under the provisions of Water
(Prevention and Control) Act, 1981, the
Environmental Protection Act 1986, The
Public Liability (Insurance) Act, 1991 and EIA
Notification, 2006.
The project proponent will not violate any
judicial orders/ pronouncement issued by the
Hon’ble Supreme Court/High Courts.
Any appeal against this Environmental
Clearance shall lie with the National
Environmental
Appellate
Authority,
if
preferred, within a period of 30 days as
prescribed under section 11 of the National
Environmental Appellate Act 1997.
Six monthly environmental compliance reports
has been prepared and is being submitted to the
HSPCB and Regional office, MOEF, GOI,
Northern Region, Chandigarh.
There is no change in the scope of the project.
The project will accept any suggestion by the
SEIAA for environmental safeguard.
All other statutory clearances required for the
project will be obtained from the concerned
authorities. However, approval from AAI has
been obtained.
Same will be complied.
The project proponent will abide any judicial
orders/ pronouncement issued by the Hon’ble
Supreme/High Courts
Any appeal against this Environmental
Clearance shall lie with the National
Environmental Appellate Authority as per
National Environmental Appellate Act 1997.
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Chapter 3
Details of Environmental Monitoring
3.1
AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING
3.1.1
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
Ambient air quality monitoring has been carried out at one location in the nearby main gate to
assess the ambient air quality. This will enable to have an analytical understanding about air
quality and the changes in the air environment in the study area with respect to the condition
prevailing. The locations of the ambient air quality monitoring stations are given in Table 3.1.
Table 3.1 Details of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station
S. Locn.
Location Name/ Description
No. Code
1.
AAQ-1 Near main gate
3.1.2
Environmental Setting
Residential
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Methodology
Monitoring was conducted in respect of the following parameters:
 Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM 2.5)
 Particulate Matter 10 (PM 10)
 Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)
 Oxides of Nitrogen (NO x)
 Carbon Monoxide (CO)
The duration of sampling of PM2.5, PM10, SO2 and NOx was 24 hourly continuous sampling per
day and CO was sampled for 8 hours continuous, thrice in 24 hour duration monitoring. The
monitoring was conducted for one day at the location. This is to allow a comparison with the
National Ambient Air Quality Standards.
The air samples were analyzed as per standard methods specified by Central Pollution Control
Board (CPCB) and IS: 5182.The techniques used for ambient air quality monitoring and minimum
detectable levels are given in Table 3.2.
Fine Particulate Sampler APM 550 instruments have been used for monitoring Particulate Matter
2.5 (PM2.5 i.e. <2.5 microns), and Respirable Dust Sampler APM 450 was used for sampling
Respirable fraction (<10 microns), gaseous pollutants like SO2, and NOx. Bladder and Aspirator
bags were used for collection Carbon monoxide samples. Gas Chromatography techniques have
been used for the estimation of CO.
Table 3.2 Techniques used for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
S.
Parameter
No.
1
Particulate Matter
2.5
2
3
4
5
Technique
Fine Particulate Sampler
APM 550, Gravimetric
Method
Particulate Matter 10 Respirable Dust Sampler
APM 450, with cyclone
separator, Gravimetric
Method
Sulphur dioxide
Modified West and Gaeke
Oxides of Nitrogen Jacob & Hochheiser
Carbon Monoxide
Gas Chromatography
Technical Protocol
IS-5182 (Part-IV)
IS-5182 (Part-23)
IS-5182 (Part- II)
IS-5182 (Part-VI)
IS-5182 (Part-X)
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Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
The detailed on-site monitoring results of PM 2.5, PM 10, SO2, NOx and CO are presented in
Table 3.3.
Table 3.3 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
S. Locn.
No. Code
1.
3.1.4
Location
PM10
(g/m3)
PM2.5
(g/m3)
SO2
(g/m3)
NOx
(g/m3)
CO
(g/m3)
Limit
100
60
80
80
2.0
154
60.2
18
44
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AAQ-1 Near the main gate
Discussion on Ambient Air Quality in the Study Area
PM10 levels and PM2.5 levels are above the permissible limit i.e. 100 μg/m3while 60 μg/m3 (for
residential, rural and other areas as stipulated in the National Ambient Air Quality Standards). SO 2,
NOx and CO was observed within the corresponding stipulated limits (Limit for SO 2 and NOx: 80
g/m3 and limit for CO: 2.0mg/m3) at all monitoring locations. variation of ambient air quality
parameters has been pictorially shown in Figure 3.1.
160
140
120
100
80
Code
60
Code Limit
40
AAQ-1 Near the main gate
20
(ug/m3)
(ug/m3)
(ug/m3)
(ug/m3)
(ug/m3)
0
PM10
PM2.5
SO2
NOx
CO
Figure 3.1 Variation of Ambient Air Quality
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3.2
AMBIENT NOISE MONITORING
3.2.1
Ambient Noise Monitoring Locations
The main objective of noise monitoring in the study area is to assess the present ambient noise
levels in the nearby area of project site & project boundary due to various construction allied
activities and increased vehicular movement. A preliminary reconnaissance survey has been
undertaken to identify the major noise generating sources in the area. Ambient noise monitoring
was conducted at 2 locations in the nearby area of the project site as given in Table 3.4.
Table 3.4 Details of Ambient Noise Monitoring Stations
S. No.
1.
2.
3.2.2
Locn. Code
Location Name/ Description
N1
Near Main Gate
N2
Back side of the building
Present Landuse
Residential
Residential
Methodology of Noise Monitoring
Noise levels were measured using integrated sound level meter manufactured by Quest
Technologies. The integrating sound level meter is an integrating/ logging type with Octave filter
attachment with frequency range of 31.5 to 16000 Hz. This instrument is capable of measuring
the Sound Pressure Level (SPL), Leq and octave band frequency analysis.
Noise level monitoring was carried out continuously for 24-hours with one hour interval starting at
0030 hrs to 0030 hrs next day. The noise levels were monitored on working days only. During
each hour Leq were directly computed by the instrument based on the sound pressure levels.
Lday (Ld), Lnight (Ln) and Ldn values were computed using corresponding hourly Leq.
3.2.3
Monitoring was carried out at ‘A’ response and fast mode.
Ambient Noise Monitoring Results
The time wise ambient noise monitoring results is summarized in Table 3.5. The time-wise
variation of noise levels are graphically presented in Figure 3.2.
Table 3.5 Ambient Noise Monitoring Results
Sr.
No.
D-1
D-2
Test Locations
Near Main Gate
Back Side of the building
Day Time - dB(A)
Limits as per
Results
CPCB
guideline
52.7
55
56.1
Night Time - dB(A)
Results
Limits as per
CPCB guideline
41.1
40.7
45
60
50
40
30
Near Main Gate
20
Back Side of the building
10
0
Results
Limits as
per CPCB
guideline
Day Time - dB(A)
Results
Limits as
per CPCB
guideline
Night Time - dB(A)
Figure 3.2 Location wise variation of Ambient Noise Level
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3.2.4. Discussion on Ambient Noise Levels in the Study Area
Day Time Noise Levels (Lday):
The day time noise level at all the locations were found to higher than the limit at the back of the
building while the levels were found within the limit at the front gate prescribed for Residential area
i.e. 55 db(A).
Night Time Noise Levels (Lnight):
The night time noise level at all the locations were found within the limit prescribed for Residential
area i.e. 45 dB (A).
3.3
GROUNDWATER QUALITY MONITORING
3.3.1
Groundwater Quality Monitoring Locations
Keeping in view the importance of groundwater as an important source of drinking water to the
local population, sample of ground water was collected from the project site for the assessment
of impacts of the project on the groundwater quality.
Water sample was collected from one location near the project site. The sample was analyzed for
various parameters to compare with the standards for drinking water as per IS: 10500 for ground
water sources. The details of water sampling locations are given in Table 3.6.
Table 3.6 Details of Water Quality Monitoring Station
S. No.
1.
3.3.2
Locn. Code Location Name/ Description
GW1
Near Project Site
Methodology of Groundwater Quality Monitoring
Sampling of ground water was carried out on September 2014. Samples were collected as grab
sample and sampling forms are filled in as per the sampling plan. The preservative sample were
properly added to preserve as per standard operating procedures (SOP) and stored immediately in
ice boxes, which were ensured for appropriate temperatures. Sample for chemical analysis was
collected in polyethylene carboys. Sample collected for metal content were acidified to <2 pH with
1 ml HNO3. A sample for bacteriological analysis was collected in sterilized glass bottles.
Soon after the completion of sampling, chain of custody sheets for the samples are filled in and
then they were transported by road to ITL Labs Pvt. Ltd., Delhi for further analysis. Proper care was
taken during packing and transportation of samples. All the samples reached the central laboratory
within the holding times for different parameters. After ensuring the same the samples were
forwarded immediately for analysis.
The samples were analyzed as per the standard procedures specified in 'Standard Methods for the
Examination of Water and Wastewater' published by American Public Health Association (APHA)
and CPCB. The analytical techniques and the test methods adopted for testing of ground water are
given in Table 3.7.
3.3.3
Groundwater Quality Monitoring Results
The detailed groundwater quality monitoring results are presented in Table 3.7.
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Table 3.7 Groundwater Quality Monitoring Results
Drinking Water Specification
(IS: 10500:1991)
S.
No.
Parameter
Unit
Results
Protocol
Desirable Limit
Permissible Limit
IS: 3025(PART-4)-2002
5 Hazen Unit
15 Hazen Unit
IS: 3025(PART-5)-2002
Unobjectionable
Agreeable
---
Organoleptic and Physical Parameters
1.
Colour
--
2
2.
3.
Odour
pH
---
4.
Turbidity
NTU
0.63
IS: 3025(PART-10)-2012
1
5
5.
Total Dissolved solids
mg/l
1670
IS 3025 Part 16 / APHA
21ST ED., 3112
500
2000
480
IS 3025(Part 21)
200
600
75
200
30
100
Agreeable
7.3
Desirable Characteristics in Drinking Water
6.
Total Hardness as CaCO3
mg/l
7.
Calcium as Ca
8.
Magnesium as Mg
9.
mg/l
146
IS: 3025(PART-40)
mg/ l
28
IS 3025 Part 46
328
IS 3025(Part 23)
200
600
665
24
0.22
0.14
0.03
ND
2.13
ND
0.04
0.03
ND
ND
ND
IS: 3025(PART-32)-2003
IS 3025(Part 24)
IS 3025 Part 53
IS 3025 Part 60
IS 3025 Part 42
IS 3025 Part 26
IS 3025 Part 34
IS 3025(Part 29)
IS 13428 or IS 15302
IS 3025 Part 59
IS 3025 Part 39
IS 3025 Part 57
IS: 3025(PART-43)
250
200
0.3
1.0
0.05
0.2
45
0.05
0.7
0.1
0.5
0.5
1000
400
No relaxation
1.5
0.05
1.0
No Relaxation
No Relaxation
No Relaxation
0.3
No relaxation
1.0
0.001
0.002
2.85
0.0012
0.041
IS 3025(Part 49)
IS 3025(Part 55)
IS 3025(Part 34)
5
0.03
15
0.2
0.5
No relaxation
ND
Annex K of IS 13428
0.2
1.0
ND
0.003
ND
ND
IS 3025(Part 41)
IS 3025(Part 47)
IS 3025(Part 54)
IS 3025(Part 54)
0.003
0.01
0.02
0.05
No Relaxation
No Relaxation
No Relaxation
0.05
Total Alkalinity as Calcium
mg/l
Carbonate
10.
Chloride as Cl
mg/l
11.
Sulphate as SO4
mg/l
12.
Iron as Fe
mg/l
13.
Fluoride as F
mg/l
14.
Copper as Cu
mg/l
15.
Free Residual Chlorine
mg/l
16.
Nitrate as NO 3
mg/ l
17.
Sulphide as H2S
mg/l
18.
Barium (as Ba)
mg/l
19.
Mangnese as Mn
mg/ l
20.
Mineral Oil
mg/ l
21.
Boron
mg/l
22.
Phenolic
mg/l
Compound(C6H5OH)
23.
Zinc as Zn
mg/l
24.
Aluminium
mg/l
25.
Ammonia
(as
Total
mg/l
Ammonia-N)
26.
Anioinic Detergents (as
mg/l
MBAS)
Parameters Concerning Toxic Substances
27.
Cadmium as Cd
mg/l
28.
Lead as Pb
mg/l
29.
Nickel as Ni
mg/l
30.
Arsenic (As)
mg/l
* BDL: below detection limit: detection limit
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Discussion on Groundwater Quality in the Study Area
The ground water quality in the project area is observed to having total alkalinity up to 328 which is
slightly higher than desirable limit of 200 mg/L. Total dissolved solids in the ground water is 1670
mg/L which is higher than the prescribed limit of 500 mg/L.
3.4
SOIL MONITORING
3.4.1
Soil Monitoring Locations
The objective of the soil monitoring is to identify the impacts of ongoing project activities on soil
quality and also predict impacts, which have arisen due to execution of various constructions
allied activities. Accordingly, a study of assessment of the soil quality has been carried out.
To assess impacts of ongoing project activities on the soil in the area, the physico-chemical
characteristics of soils were examined by obtaining soil samples from selected points and
analysis of the same. One sample of soil was collected from the near area of project site for
studying soil characteristics, the location of which is listed in Table 3.8.
Table 3.8 Details of Soil Quality Monitoring Location
S. No.
1.
3.4.2
Locn. Code
S1
Location Name/ Description
Nearby area of Project Site
Methodology of Soil Monitoring
The sampling has been done in line with IS: 2720 & Methods of Soil Analysis, Part-1, 2nd edition,
1986 of American Society for Agronomy and Soil Science Society of America. The homogenized
samples were analyzed for physical and chemical characteristics (physical, chemical and heavy
metal concentrations). The soil samples were collected in the month of May 2014.
The samples have been analyzed as per the established scientific methods for physico-chemical
parameters. The heavy metals have been analyzed by using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer and Inductive Coupled Plasma Analyzer.
3.4.3
Soil Monitoring Results
The physico-chemical characteristics of the soil, as obtained from the analysis of the soil sample,
are presented in Table 3.9.
Table 3.9 Physico-Chemical Characteristics of Soil in the Study Area
S. No
1.
Parameter
pH
Unit
-
Results
2.
Conductivity
mS
2.1
3.
Moisture Content
%
4.8
4.
Total Alkalinity
mg/kg
115
5.
Water Holding capacity
mg/kg
57
6.
Phosphorous as P
%
<0.31
7.
Porosity
%
46
8.
Zinc as Zn
mg/Kg
0.84
9.
Iron as Fe
mg/Kg
0.72
10.
11.
Chloride as Cl
Sodium as Na
mg/100gm
meq/100gm
93.6
12.
Potassium as K
meq/100gm
43
13.
Nitrogen as N
mg/kg
23
7.3
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14.
Bulk Density
g/cm3
1.27
15.
Organic Content
%
0.84
16.
Cation Exchange Capacity
meq/100gm
17.
Heavy Metals
12
Lead(Pb)
mg/kg
0.89
Copper(Cu)
mg/kg
1.32
18
Calcium
mg/100gm
13.36
19.
Magnesium
mg/100gm
1.21
Discussion on Soil Characteristics in the Study Area
The soil in study area is characterized by slightly alkaline in nature. The soil quality in the project
area has not been affected by the project activities.