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SIX-MONTHLY ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE REPORT OF
STIPULATED CONDITIONS OF ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE
(JUNE 2013 to NOV. 2013)
FOR
6 STAR HOTEL OBEROI AT PLOT NO. 443, UDYOG VIHAR,
PHASE- V, GURGAON, HARYANA
For Submission to:
Ministry of Environment and Forests (MOEF)
Submitted by:
M/s Orbit Resorts Pvt. Ltd.
Plot No. - 443, Udyog Vihar, Phase -V
Gurgaon, Haryana-122016
December 2013
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6 STAR HOTEL OBEROI AT PLOT NO. 443, UDYOG VIHAR,
Description
Page No.
Chapter 1
Compliance of Stipulated Conditions of Environmental Clearance
Part A
Specific Conditions for buildings in operational phase
3
I. Construction Phase
3
II. Operation Phase
5
Part B
General Conditions
7
Chapter 2
Details of Environmental Monitoring
2.1
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
9
2.1.1
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
9
2.1.2
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Methodology
9
2.1.3
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
10
2.1.4
Discussion on Ambient Air Quality in the Study Area
11
2.2
Ambient Noise Monitoring
12
2.2.1
Ambient Noise Monitoring Locations
12
2.2.2
Methodology of Noise Monitoring
12
2.2.3
Ambient Noise Monitoring Results
12
2.2.4
Discussion on Ambient Noise Levels in the Study Area
13
2.3
Groundwater Quality Monitoring
14
2.3.1
Groundwater Quality Monitoring Locations
14
2.3.2
Methodology of Groundwater Quality Monitoring
14
2.3.3
Groundwater Quality Monitoring Results
15
2.3.4
Discussion on Groundwater Quality in the Study Area
16
2.4
STP Outlet water
16
2.5
Soil Monitoring
17
2.5.1
Soil Monitoring Locations
17
2.5.2
Methodology of Soil Monitoring
17
2.5.3
Soil Monitoring Results
17
2.5.4
Discussion on Soil Characteristics in the Study Area
17
2.1
Location-wise Variation of Ambient Air Quality
10
2.2
Location-wise Variation of Ambient Noise Levels
13
Figures
Annex
1
Test results of ambient air, noise, groundwater, STP outlet water and soil
monitoring
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CHAPTER-1
Half yearly Compliance report of Stipulated Conditions of Environmental Clearance of Project: 6 Star
Hotel Oberoi at Plot No. – 443, UdyogVihar, Phase – V, Gurgaon, Haryana-122016
PART A – SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
I. Construction Phase
S. No.
1.
2.
3.
Conditions of Environmental
Clearance
Necessary approval of the State Forests
Department shall be obtained before
commencing construction of the project.
All required sanitary and hygienic
measures- should be in place before
starting construction activities and to be
maintained throughout the construction
phase.
Ground water samples will be tested in
consultation with Central Ground Water
Authority to ascertain that there is no
threat to ground water quantity and
quality by over exploitation and leaching
of heavy metals and other toxic
contaminants. The Soil will also be tested
every six months to ascertain the impact
due to leaching of heavy metals and toxic
Contaminants.
Status of Compliance
There is no involvement of forest land in the project
site. Hence this condition is not applicable.
Also, the plot has been allotted by HSIIDC.
All sanitary and hygienic measures were carried out
during the construction of this project.
Samples of water and soil were regularly tested during
the construction phase and compliance reports were
regularly submitted to the concerned authorities.
4.
First aid room was provided in custody of the project
A First Aid Room will be Provided at the in-charge during the construction phase.
project
site
both
during
construction and operation of the
project.
5.
Adequate drinking water and sanitary Adequate drinking water and sanitary facilities were
facilities should be provided for provided during the construction phase. Waste water
construction workers at the site. The safe and solid wastes were disposed off safely.
disposal of waste water and solid wastes
generated during the construction phase
should be ensured
6.
7.
No adverse effect has been created in the neighborhood
Disposal of muck including excavated during the construction of this project.
material during construction phase
should not create any adverse effect on
the neighboring communities and be
disposed of taking the necessary
precautions for general safety and health
aspects of people
Silent DG sets had been used at the project site during
Diesel power generating sets used during construction stage, which maintained noise and emission
Construction
phase
should within the permissible limits.
be of "enclosed type” to prevent noise
an should conform to rules made
under Environment (Protection) Act
1986, prescribed for air and noise
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S. No.
8.
9.
10.
Conditions of Environmental
Clearance
emission standards.
Ambient noise levels should conform
to
mixed
area
(commercial)
standards both during day and night
when measured at boundary wall of
thepremises. Incremental pollution
loads on the ambient air and noise
quality should be closely monitored
during construction phase.
Status of Compliance
Ambient air & noise monitoring had been conducted at the
boundary of the project site during construction phase and
the results showed that the noise levels were within the
prescribed limits. Regular compliance reports have been
submitted to your good office.
All vehicles used during the construction phase were
Vehicles
hired
for
bringing in good condition and had valid PUC certificates.
construction material at site
should be in good condition and
Should have valid “pollution under
check” (PUC) certificate and to
confirm to applicable air and noise
emission standards.
Construction
spoils
including
bituminous material and other
hazardous materials must not be
allowed
to
contaminate
watercourses and the dump sites for
such material must to be secure that
they should not leach Into the ground
water.
Construction spoils were stored in a dedicated area duly
bounded to avoid contamination to the environment in
proximity. Insulated lining to prevent contamination from
hazardous materials like fuel of DG sets covered storage
area. Waste oil of the generations was disposed of through
authorized vendors.
11.
All the hazardous wastes generated during
Any hazardous waste generated during construction phse were disposed off as per applicable
construction phase should be disposed rules and norms.
off as per applicable Rules & norms with
necessary approvals of the Haryana
State Pollution control Board
12.
All conditions were supervised and implemented
Regular supervision of the above and during the construction of this project.
other measures for monitoring
should be in place all through the
construction phase so as to avoid
disturbance to the surroundings.
13.
Legal action shall be taken Under
Environment (Protection) At 1986 if it
was found that construction had
Started
before
obtaining
Environmental Clearance.
Agreed.
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II. Operation Phase
S. No
1
2
3
Conditions of Environmental
Status of Compliance
Clearance
Necessary permission of competent Necessary permission has been obtained from Chief
authority shall be taken to store Controller of Explosives
diesel in the premises for operation of
DG set.
Diesel power generating sets
proposed as source of backup
power for lifts and common area
illumination should be of "enclosed
type' and conform to rules made
under Environment (Protection} Act
.1986, prescribed for air and noise
emission standards as per CPCB
guidelines, Exhausts should be
discharged by stack, raised to 4
meters above the rooftop.
During night time the noise levels
measured at the boundary of the
building shall be restricted to the
permissible levels to comply with
the prevalent regulations.
DG sets are the source of backup power for lifts and common
area illumination. DG sets are enclosed and conform to the
rules made under Environment Protection Act 1986 and
CPCB Guidelines as issued from time to time. The stack
having a height of above 4 meters above the rooftop
discharges exhausts. Only low sulphur HSD is used a source
of fuel
Ambient noise levels are regularly monitored and are well
within the prescribed standards.
4
Noise barriers should be provided Ambient noise levels are regularly monitored and are well
at appropriate locations so as to within the prescribed standards.
ensure that the noise levels do not
exceed the prescribed standards.
5
Weep holes in the compound walls Weep holes have been provided to ensure natural
shall be provided to ensure natural drainage of rainwater.
drainage of rainwater in the
catchment area.
6
The sewage treatment plant should
be certified by an independent
expert for efficiency as well as
adequacy and should submit a report
in this regard to the Ministry before
the project is commissioned for
operation. The wastewater should he
treated to tertiary level and after
treatment reused for flushing of
toilets and gardening. Discharge of
treated sewage, if any, shall conform
to
the
norms
&
standards
prescribed by Haryana State
Pollution Control Board.
STP of adequate capacity will be installed and treated effluent
is being recycled to achieve zero discharge. The recycled
water is further used for horticulture and flushing. The STP is
situated at a remote location in the project site.
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Oil and Grease trap shall be Same have been provided.
provided to remove oil and grease
from the surface run off and
suspended
matter
shell
be
removed in a settling tank before
its utilization for rain Water
harvesting.
8
The solid waste generated should
be properly collected & segregated,
and dry/inert solid waste should
be disposed of in consultation with
local municipal authority.
The project site has a dedicated area for solid waste
management. The biodegradable waste in being composted
by vermin-composting and dry/inert waste is being disposed
off to an authorized vendor for further processing/recovery
9
Any hazardous waste Including All hazardous wastes are disposed off as per applicable
biomedical waste should be rules of HSPCB.
disposed of as per applicable Rules
& norms with necessary approvals
of the Haryana State Pollution
Control Board.
10
The green belt deign along the More than 15% area has been kept as green belt. All green
periphery of the plot shall achieve belt development norms have been complied with.
attenuation factor confirming to the
day and night noise standards
prescribed for residential land use.
The open spaces inside the plot
should be suitably landscaped and
covered
with
vegetation
of
indigenous variety.
11
Incremental pollution loads on the
ambient air quality, noise and water
quality should be periodically
monitored after commissioning of
the project
The ground water levels and Its
quality
should
be
monitored
regularly in consultation with Central
round Water Authority.
A Report on the energy conservation
measures should be prepared
incorporating details about building
materials & technology, R& U Factor
etcand submitted to the Ministry in
three months time.
The values of R & U for the
building envelope should meet the
requirements of the hot & humid
climatic location. Details of the
building envelope should be worked
out and furnished in three months
time.
12
13
14
Ambient air & noise monitoring had been conducted at the
boundary of the project site during construction phase and the
results showed that the noise levels were within the
prescribed limits. Regular compliance reports have been
submitted to your good office.
Ground water levels have been monitored since the
commissioning of this project.
All ECBC norms have been complied with
All ECBC norms have been complied with
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Solar energy shall be utilized for Solar energy has been utilized as per HAREDA guidelines.
common area lighting and water
heating.
PART B – GENERAL CONDITIONS
S. No.
Conditions of Environmental Clearance
I
II
III
IV
V
Status of Compliance
All environment safeguards have been
The environmental safeguards contained in implemented during the construction phase.
the documents should be implemented in Same are also being implemented during the
letter and spirit.
operation phase in full spirit.
Provision should be made for the supply of
kerosene or cooking gas and pressure
cooker to the labors during the
construction phase.
All such provisions were made for the labors.
Same was adhered with during the
All the laborers to be engaged for construction phase.
construction works should be screened for
health and adequately treated before the issue
of work permits.
We are regularly submitting the compliance
6 monthly monitoring reports should be reports to concerned agencies. Same shall also
submitted to the Ministry and its Regional be done in future.
Office
Agreed.
Officials from the Regional Office of MoEF,
Chandigarh who Would be monitoring the
implementation
of
environmental
safeguards should be given full cooperation,
facilities and documents/ data by the
project proponents during their Inspection.
A complete set of all the documents
submitted to MoEF should be forwarded to
the CCF, Regional office of MoEF, Chandigarh.
In the case of any change(s) in the scope of Agreed
the project would require a fresh appraisal by
this Ministry.
VII The Ministry reserves the right to add Agreed
additional safeguards measures subsequently,
if found necessary, and to take action including
revoking of the environment clearance under
the provisions of of the Environment
(Protection) Act, 1986, to ensure effective
implementation of the suggested safeguard
measures in a lime bound and satisfactory
manner.
VIII All other statutory clearances such as the All relevant clearances has been obtained
approvals for storage of diesel from Chief
Controller
of
Explosives,
Fire
Department, Civil Aviation Department (if
required), and State Forest Department etc.
shall be obtained by project proponents from
VI
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S. No.
Conditions of Environmental Clearance
the competent authorities.
Status of Compliance
IX
A copy of the environmental clearance letter Complied with.
Would be marked to the local NGO(s), if any,
for their Information.
X
The
pro jec t
pr opo nen t
shoul d The same has been informed& published
a dvertise i n a t l ea st two l oca l
Newspapers widely circulated in the
region. one of which shall be in the
vernacular language informing that the
project has been accorded environmental
clearance and copies of clearance letters are
available with the Haryana State Pollution
Control Board and may also be seen on the
website of the Ministry of Environment
and Forest at http://wwwenvfor.nic.in,
The advertisement should be made within
7 days from the day of issue of the
clearance letter and a copy of the same
should be forwarded to the Regional office
of this Ministry at Chandigarh.
These stipulations would be enforced Agreed. Same is being complied with.
among others under the provisions of the
Water (Prevention and control of Pollution) Act,
1974, the Air (Prevention and control or
Pollution) act 1981 the Environment
(Protection.) Act. 1966, the Public Liability
(insurance) Act, 1991.
XI
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CHAPTER- 2
Details of Environmental Monitoring
2.1
AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING
2.1.1
Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
Ambient air quality monitoring has been carried out at 4locations; one being near the main gate,
other at STP area, next one at back side of boundary&last one is near DG set area. This will enable to
have a comparative 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 2.1.
Table 2.1 Details of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations
S. No.
Location Code
Location Name/ Description
1
AAQ-1
Near Main Gate
2
AAQ-2
Near STP Area
3
AAQ-3
Back Side of Boundary
4
AAQ-4
Near DG Set Area
AAQ-1: Main Gate
The sampler was placed near main gate of building and was free from any obstructions.
Surroundings of the sampling site represent commercial environmental setting
AAQ-2: Near STP Area
The sampler was placed at near STP area. Vicinity represents commercial environmental setting.
AAQ-3: Back side of Boundary
The sampler was placed near back side of boundary. Surroundings of the sampling site represent
commercial environmental setting
AAQ-4: Near DG Set Area
The sampler was placed at near DG set area. Vicinity represents commercial environmental setting.
2.1.2
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 (NOx)
 Carbon Monoxide (CO)
The duration of sampling of PM 2.5, PM10, SO2 and NOx were 8 hourly continuous monitoring 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 2.2.
Fine Particulate Sampler instruments have been used for monitoring Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5
i.e. <2.5 microns), and Respirable Dust Sampler was used for sampling Respirable fraction (<10
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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 2.2 Techniques used for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
S.
Parameter
Technique
No.
1
Particulate Matter 2.5 Fine Particulate Sampler,
Gravimetric Method
2
Particulate Matter 10 Respirable Dust Sampler,
with cyclone separator,
Gravimetric Method
3
Sulphur dioxide
Modified West and Gaeke
4
Oxides of Nitrogen
Jacob &Hochheiser
5
Carbon Monoxide
Gas Chromatography
2.1.3
Technical Protocol
CPCB/MOEF
Guidelines
IS-5182 (Part-23)
IS-5182 (Part- II)
IS-5182 (Part-VI)
IS-5182 (Part-X)
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 2.3.
Table 2.3 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Results
AAQ1
AAQ2
AAQ3
AAQ4
NAAQS*
Particulate Matter (PM2.5)
22.89
25.62
24.53
62.30
60
Particulate Matter(PM10)
76.52
78.13
72.12
99.10
100
Nitrogen Dioxide(NO2)
23.50
20.19
18.50
28.20
80
Sodium Dioxide(SO2)
14.44
13.20
12.74
19.50
80
Cabon Monoxide(CO)
0.75
0.58
0.7
1.22
4
Figure 2.1 Location-wise Variation of Ambient Air Quality
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2.1.4
Discussion on Ambient Air Quality in the Study Area
PM10 and PM2.5 levels at the project site are within the permissible limit of 100 μg/m3 and 60 μg/m3
respectively (for residential, rural and other areas as stipulated in the National Ambient Air Quality
Standards). SO2, NOx and CO was observed within the corresponding stipulated limits (Limit for SO 2 and
NOx: 80 g/m3 and limit for CO: 4.0g/m3) at all monitoring locations. Station wise variation of ambient
air quality parameters has been pictorially shown in Figure 2.1
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2.2
AMBIENT NOISE MONITORING
2.2.1
Ambient Noise Monitoring Locations
The main objective of noise monitoring in the study area is to assess the present ambient noise levels
in near main gate 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 4 locations at the boundary of the project
site as given in Table 2.4.
Table 2.4 Details of Ambient Noise Monitoring Stations
1
Location
Code
N1
2
N2
3
N3
4
N4
S.No.
2.2.2
Location Name/ Description
Near Main Gate
Near STP Area
Near DG set Area (Distance 5
Metres)
Near Boundary Wall
Methodology of Noise Monitoring
Noise levels were measured using sound level meter.
Noise level monitoring was carried out continuously for 24-hours with one hour interval starting at
06:00hrs to 06:00hrs 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. Monitoring
was carried out at ‘A’ response and fast mode.
2.2.3
Ambient Noise Monitoring Results
The location wise ambient noise monitoring results is summarized in Table 2.5. The location-wise
variation of noise levels are graphically presented in Figure 2.2.
Table 2.5 Ambient Noise Monitoring Results
Location Code
N1
N2
N3
N4
Day Time
Night
Time
Day
Time
Night
Time
Day
Time
Night
Time
Day
Time
Night Time
Leq
55.20
51.20
53.40
50.30
64.10
58.10
54.50
49.60
Lmin
47.30
44.70
44.50
41.50
57.20
55.60
46.60
42.20
Lmax
62.10
58.50
57.30
53.80
71.00
66.40
62.40
58.80
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Figure 2.2 Location-wise Variation of Ambient Noise Levels
2.2.4
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 within limits prescribed for commercialarea
i.e. 65db (A).
Night Time Noise Levels (Lnight):
The night time noise level at all the locations were found to within limit prescribed for commercialarea
i.e. 55 dB (A).
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2.3
GROUNDWATER QUALITY MONITORING
2.3.1
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 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 2.6.
Table2.6 Details of Water Quality Monitoring Station
S. No.
1.
2.3.2
Location Code
GW 1
Location Name/ Description
Project Site
Methodology of Groundwater Quality Monitoring
Sampling of ground water was carried out on October 2013. 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 Vardan Enviro Lab, Gurgaon 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 2.7.
2.3.3
Groundwater Quality Monitoring Results
The detailed groundwater quality monitoring results are presented in Table 2.7.
Table 2.7 Groundwater Quality Monitoring Results
S.No.
Parameters
Near Project Sites
(Bore well water)
Units
Test Method
1
pH
7.24
-
APHA 4500 – H+B
2
Colour
<5.0
Hazen
APHA 2120 B
3
Turbidity
<1.0
NTU
APHA 2130 B
4
Odor
Unobjectionable
-
APHA 2150 B
5
Taste
Agreeable
-
APHA 2160 B
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Chloride
(as Cl-)
124.30
mg/L
APHA 4500 –Cl B
7
Total
Hardness
(as CaCO3)
255.30
mg/L
APHA 2340 C
8
Calcium (as
Ca)
78.20
mg/L
APHA 3500 –Ca B
9
Sulphate as
SO4
32.60
mg/L
APHA 4500E
10
Total
Disolve
Solids
536.0
mg/L
APHA 2540 C
11
Alkalinity
(as CaCO3)
248.30
mg/L
APHA 2320 B
12
Iron as Fe
0.28
mg/L
APHA 35oo-Fe B
13
Fluoride
(as F-)
0.66
mg/L
APHA 4500 F- D
14
Residual
free
Chlorine
BDL
mg/L
APHA 3500 CL-B
15
Magnesium
as Mg
14.63
Mg/L
APHA 2340 B
16
Zinc as Zn
0.38
mg/L
APHA 3111 B
17
Nitrate as
NO3
0.90
mg/L
IS :3025 (P-34) 1988
18
Lead as Pb
BDL
mg/L
APFA 22 nd Edition ,
3111B
19
Total
Kjehldal
Nitrogen
1.66
mg/L
IS :3025 -1964 (13)
20
Nickel as
Nil
BDL
mg/L
APHA 3111 B
21
Chromium
as cr
BDL
mg/L
APHA 3111 B
22
Copper as
Cu
BDL
mg/L
APHA 3111 B
23
Mercury as
Hg
BDL
mg/L
APHA 3111 B
24
Phenolic
Compounds
BDL
mg/L
APHA 3111 B
25
Cynaide as
Cn
BDL
mg/L
APHA 4500 CN C
26
Cadmium
as cd
BDL
mg/L
IS 3025Part - 59
27
Manganese
as Mn
BDL
mg/L
APHA 3111 B
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2.3.4
28
Selenium as
Se
BDL
mg/L
IS 3025 Part - 56
29
Arsenic as
As
BDL
mg/L
APHA 3114 B
30
Boron as B
BDL
mg/L
APHA 4500 B 8
31
Total
Coilform
<2/ 100ml
-
IS: 1622:1981
32
E. Coil
Absent
-
IS: 1622:1981
Discussion on Groundwater Quality in the Study Area
The ground water quality in the project area is observed to be alkaline in nature with total alkalinity
reaching up to 248.30mg/L at project against desirable limit of 200 mg/L, however, alkalinity is less
than the permissible limit of 600 mg/L. Total dissolved solids in the ground water is 536.00mg/L at
project site against prescribed limit of 500 mg/L. However, remaining parameters are within the CPCB
prescribed limits.
2.4
STP Outlet Water
Sampling of STP water was carried out on October 2013. 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.
Soon after the completion of sampling, chain of custody sheets for the samples are filled in and then
they were transported by road to Vardan Enviro Lab, Gurgaon 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, the test methods adopted for testing of STP water & results are given
below table-
S.No.
Parameter
1
pH (at 25˚C )
2
COD
3
4
5
2.5
BOD (3 Days at 27˚C)
Total Suspended Solids
Oil & Grease
Protocol
APHA 22 Edition, 4500-H+ B
APHA 22 Edition,5220 B
IS 3025, P-44, 1999 (Reaffirmed
2003)
APHA 22 Edition, 2540 D
APHA 22 Edition,5220 E
Result Units
7.9
36
mg/L
12.5
8
<1.0
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mg/L
mg/L
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2.5.1
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. Single sample of soil was collected from the project site for studying soil characteristics,
the location of which is listed in Table 2.8.
Table 2.8 Details of Soil Quality Monitoring Location
S. No.
1.
2.5.2
Location Code
S1
Location Name/ Description
Parking 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 October2013.
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 Spectro-photometer
and Inductive Coupled Plasma Analyzer.
2.5.3
Soil Monitoring Results
Single sample of soil is collected from the site to check the quality of soil of the study area .The
Physico-chemical characteristics of the soil, as obtained from the analysis of the soil sample, are
presented in Table 2.9.
Table 2.9 Physico-Chemical Characteristics of Soil in the Study Area
S. No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
16
2.5.4
Parameter
Result
pH (at 25 0C)
Moisture Content (%)
Bulk density (gm/cc)
Water holding capacity (gm/cc)
Exchangeable Calcium (%)
Sodium (mg/100gm)
Potassium (mg/100gm)
Exchangeable Magnesium (%)
Organic Matter (%)
Total Kjehdal Nitrogen as N(%)
Available Phosphorus
(mg/100gm)
Zinc (mg/kg)
Lead (mg/100gm)
Copper as Cu (mg/kg)
Iron as Fe (%)
8.56
7.50
1.39
12.90
1.50
18.60
58.4
0.02
0.52
0.38
15.74
0.19
BDL
BDL
0.03
Test-Method
IS : 2720 (P-26,1987)
IS:14767,2000
USDA
USDA
USDA
USDA
USDA
USDA
IS:2720 (P-22, 1972)
IS:14684, 1999
USDA, APHA-4500PC
APHA-3030D, APHA-3111B
APHA-3030D, APHA-3111B
APHA-3030D, APHA-3111B
APHA-3030D, APHA-3111B
Discussion on Soil Characteristics in the Study Area
The soil in study area is characterized by moderate organic content. The soil quality in the project
area has not been affected by the project activities.
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