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Sikkim
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE
INDIRA PARYAVARAN BHAVAN, JOR BAHG ROAD
JOR BAGH, NEW DELHI 110 003
42nd
MEETING OF
STANDING COMMITTEE OF NATIONAL BOARD FOR WILDLIFE
(15th
MAY 2017)
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INDEX
S.No. AGENDA ITEM Pg No.
42.1 AGENDA ITEM No. 1
Confirmation of the Minutes of 41st
Meeting of the Standing Committee of
National Board for Wildlife held on 2nd
March 2017
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42.2.
42.2.1
AGENDA ITEM No. 2
Action taken report on the recommendations of 41st
Meeting of the Standing
Committee of National Board for Wildlife held on 2nd
March 2017
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42.3
42.3.1
42.3.2
42.3.3
AGENDA ITEM No. 3
Policy Issues and Directions in Court Cases
National Wildlife Action Plan (2017-2031)
Proposal of the Oil India Limited to Extract Hydrocarbon beneath 3900-4000
mtr of Dibru Saikhowa National Park
Mahendra Singh Borawat Vs. Union of India & Ors before the National Green
Tribunal, Central Zone, Bhopal Bench.
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8, 9
10,11
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42.4.
42.4.1
42.4.2
42.4.3
AGENDA ITEM No. 4
Proposals for diversion of forest land of Protected Areas
Proposals for taking up development activities within 10 km distance from the
boundaries of Protected Areas
Additional Agenda
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52-75
76-79
42.5
42.5.1
42.5.2
AGENDA ITEM No. 5
Any other item with the permission of the Chair
Minutes of the 41st Meeting of Standing Committee of National Board for
Wildlife held on 2nd
March 2017 (ANNEXURE 41.1 & 41.2)
ANNEXURE 42.1
ANNEXURE 42.3.2
ANNEXURE 42.3.3
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81-99
100-110
111-116
117-131
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AGENDA FOR 42nd
MEETING OF
STANDING COMMITTEE OF NATIONAL BOARD FOR WILDLIFE
Date: 15.05.2017 Venue: Indira Paryavaran Bhawan, New Delhi
AGENDA ITEM NO. 1
Confirmation of the minutes of the 41st Meeting of Standing Committee of National Board
for Wildlife held on 2nd
March 2017
The minutes of the 41st meeting of SC-NBWL were circulated on 28
th March 2017. No
comments have been received till date.
Copy of the minutes is at ANNEXURE 41.1 (Pg No. 80 -98)
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 2
42.1. Action taken on the decisions of the Standing Committee of NBWL taken in its
previous meetings
S.No. Agenda Item Action taken Category
ATR of 41st meeting
1 36.4.2.1 Setting up 5.25 MTPA-
Development of Floating storage and
Re-gasification Unit (FSRU) facilities
for import of LNG within the existing
deep water port at Kakinada, Andhra
Pradesh. The proposed site is 2.5 kms
away from the boundary limits of
Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary.
According to Terms of Reference
(TOR) for EC, impact on Marine
Life would be assessed. Since the
project site is 2.0 kms from Coringa
WLS, Impact Mitigation and
Wildlife Conservation Plan is
required to be submitted. As the
report on impact and other aspects
related to marine life was still
awaited, the Committee deferred
the proposal.
The report from State is still
awaited.
Oil/Gas
2 36.4.2.12 Construction of Singoli-
Bhatwari Hydroelectric Project 99
MW by M/s L&T Uttaranchal
Hydropower Limited. The proposed
site falls within 10 kms from the
boundary of Kedarnath Wildlife
Sanctuary.
Proposals were considered by the
SC-NBWL in its 39th meeting held
on 23rd
August 2016. During the
meeting, it was decided by the
Standing Committee to seek the
comments of Ministry of Water
Resources, River Development of
Ganga Rejuvenation on the
proposed projects. Letter sent to
Ministry of Water Resources on
23rd
September 2016 for their
comments.
Reminder has been sent on
31.03.2017 and 05.05.2017.
Comments are awaited from
Ministry of Water Resources.
Hydro Power
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36.4.2.13 Construction of 171 MW
Lata Tapovan Hydro Power Project of
NTPC Ltd, Uttarakhand.
Hydro Power
4 36.4.2.14 Construction of 520 MW
(4x130) Tapovan Vishnugad
Hydroelectric Project of NTPC Ltd,
Uttarakhand. The proposed site falls
outside Nanda Devi National Park at
a distance of 7.5 km.
Hydro Power
5 34.4.2.11 Proposal of Ms Stone
International Pvt. Ltd Chechat for
expansion and renewal of Kotah
Stone (Building) production in
Mining lease no.22/92 situated in
village Chechat in Tehsil Ramganj
Mandi, District Kota which lies at
about 6.4 km aerial distance from the
A committee of NTCA has visited
the site and accorded concurrence
to the proposal. The Standing
Committee decided to defer the
proposals in view of non-
finalization of ESZ proposal of
Mukundra Hills TR by state.
Mining
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Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary/ Mukundra
Hills National Park.
Revised proposal of the
Mukundra Hills TR is still
awaited from the State.
6 34.4.2.12 Proposal for renewal of
existing lime stone mining lease
no.24/87 in village Pipakhedi, Tehsil
Ramganj Mandi District Kota near
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajasthan
by M/s Zahoor Ahmed, Abdul Majid.
The proposed mining lease 8.5 km
away from Darrah Wildlife
Sanctuary.
Mining
7 34.4.2.13 Proposal of Ms Associated
Stone industries (Kota) limited for
expansion and renewal of Kotah
Stone production in mining lease
no.1/89 situated in Tehsil Ramganj
mandi, District Kota, Rajasthan.
8 39.4.2.5 Proposal for International
Amusement & Infrastructures Ltd for
“Jaipur Mega Tourism City” a
Recreational Project at village
Daulatpura Kotra., Tehsil Amer
District Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Proposal was considered by the
SCNBWL in its 39th meeting held
on 23rd
August 2016. During the
meeting, the Chief Wildlife
Warden, Rajasthan mentioned that
the Environment Clearance for the
project is under consideration of
SEIAA, Rajasthan.
Reminder has been sent on
05.05.2017.
Status of EC is awaited.
Tourism
9 39.4.2.7 Proposal for stone mining
lease area 4 ha (private land) in
Khasra No. 357 village Ghoora,
Tehsil-Rajnagar, Dist. Chhatarpur,
Madhya Pradesh. The mining area is
6.67 km away from Panna Tiger
Reserve.
Proposal was considered by the
SCNBWL in its 39th meeting held
on 23rd
August 2016.
The IGF, NTCA mentioned that the
mine location has not been
ascertained as yet. The Committee
asked the NTCA and Wildlife
Institute of India to verify the
location and furnish the report
within one month
The report is still awaited.
Mining
10 Diversion of 9.94 ha of forest land
from Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary for
construction of New Railway Line
Broad Gauge (BG) between Agartala
to Sabroom, Tripura
The State Govt has stated that
there are difficulties in
implementation of the condition
of declaring Bhairabnagar Bison
Railways
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Conservation Reserve (BBCR)
area as a part of Trishna Wildlife
Sanctuary.
The Standing Committee may
like to take a view on the request
of State Govt.
11 40.4.1.7 Proposal for diversion of
39.75 ha of forest land from
Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary in
width of 30 m in km.66.200 to km.
77.700, km.91.300 to km.91.900 &
km.93.000 to km.93.900 for widening
of existing 2-lane to 4-lane of NH-12
from km.10.40 (junction of NH-7
bypass at Jabalpur) to Km.301.80
(near Bhojpur Junction) section
Madhya Pradesh under NHDP Phase
III.
Proposal was considered by the
SCNBWL in its 40th meeting held
on 3rd
January 2017.
Nauradhi sanctuary is a part of the
area proposed to be added to Panna
TR in lieu of the diverted area for
Ken-Betwa Link Canal. After
discussions, the Standing
committee decided to defer the
proposal and requested NTCA to
examine the proposal and furnish
its comments at the earliest.
Reminder has been sent on
31.03.2017 and 05.05.2017.
Comments of NTCA are still
awaited.
Road
12 40.4.1.8 Proposal for diversion of
0.145 ha of forest land from
Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary for
construction of Harduwa reservoir
canal, Madhya Pradesh.
Proposal was considered by the SC-
NBWL in its 40th meeting held on
3rd
January 2017. Nauradhi
sanctuary is a part of the area
proposed to be added to Panna TR
in lieu of the diverted area for Ken-
Betwa Link Canal. After
discussions, the standing committee
decided to defer the proposal and
requested NTCA to examine the
proposal and furnish its comments
at the earliest.
Reminder has been sent on
31.03.2017 and 05.05.2017.
Comments of NTCA are still
awaited.
Reservoir
13 32.4.2(19) Proposal for Lakheri
Chamovali mining lease of M/s ACC
Limited, Lakheri Cement Works,
Lkaheri, Dist. Bundi (Rajasthan) for
mining purpose of limestone,
Rajasthan.
That keeping view of the State of
Rajasthan, the NTCA and the User
Agency, besides perusing scientific
reports of the WII, Dehradun and
WWF-India, the middle ground
suggested by the NTCA Technical
Mining
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Committee is the most optimal
solution in the instant case which
takes into account concerns of tiger
conservation as well as the request
of the user agency for
reconsideration is under
discussion.
14 40.3.2.1 Proposal for denotification from
Radhanagari Sanctuary for Savarde
Minor Irrigation Project,
Maharashtra.
After discussions, the Standing
Committee decided to defer the
proposal pending acceptance of the
conditions by the State.
Report is still awaited.
Policy
15 40.3.2.2 Proposal for bauxite
mining lease area 206.37 ha at village
Talagaon in Taluka Radhanagari and
village Baveli in Taluka
Gaganbawada, Dist Kolhapur,
Maharashtra.
Additional information called by
the DGF&SS regarding the validity
of lease. The PCCF, Maharashtra
has not recommended the project
and suggested to discuss the matter
in the SBWL meeting.
Policy
16 41.4.3.5. 23 Proposals for Laying of
pipeline and construction of structures
passing through notified corridor area
of Kawal Tiger reserve, through
Pranahita WLS, Pocharam WLS,
Amrabad TR, Kinnersaini WLS,
Eturnagaram WLS, etc.
Proposals were considered in 41st
meeting of SC-NBWL. The ADGF
(FC) suggested that a committee
would visit the project sites and
submit a report to the Ministry for
further consideration.
Committee has inspected the sites
and submitted the report
(ANNEXURE 42.1).
Water Supply
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 3
42.3.1. National Wildlife Action Plan (2017-2031)
1. With a view to have a concerted approach to protection, conservation and
management of wildlife, the Indian Board for Wildlife in its XV meeting held in 1982 decided
for preparation of a National Wildlife Action Plan. Accordingly, the first Action Plan (NWAP 1)
was drafted and adopted in 1983. It was implemented from 1983 through 2001. The Plan was
revised and a new Action Plan (NWAP-2) was released during the XXI Meeting of IBWL held
on 21st January 2002 for the period 2002-2016.
2. The Standing Committee of NBWL in its 26th
meeting directed to undertake a
review of NWAP-2 and based on its evaluations and lessons learnt, prepare a Plan for the period
2017-2031. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change constituted a committee to
review the National Wildlife Action Plan (2002-2016) and to develop a Plan for next 15 years.
The Committee had held eight meetings, including Regional level meetings. During the Regional
meetings, detailed discussions were held with the representatives of respective State Forest
Departments.
3. After preparation of the preliminary draft, the same was uploaded on the
MoEF&CC webpage for comments from general public from 2nd
to 17th
February 2016. The
comments so received from the stakeholders were discussed in detail during the eighth meeting
of the Committee held in Sasan Gir, Gujarat on 19th
- 20th
February 2016. The Chairman of the
Committee submitted the draft “National Wildlife Action Plan (2016-2031) to the Ministry in
April 2016.
4. The draft was circulated amongst the Expert Members of National Board for
Wildlife and to Chief Wildlife Wardens for their comments. The Ministry also constituted a
Scrutiny committee for vetting the draft National Wildlife Action Plan. As per the decision taken
during the meeting, the draft Action Plan was forwarded to Shri S.S. Bist, for final review/editing
and WII for incorporation of the photographs. A presentation of the draft Action Plan was also
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made by Shri J.C. Kala on 28th
April 2017 before the Director General of Forests & Special
Secretary.
5. The National Wildlife Action Plan (2017-2031) is divided into 17 Chapters and
is based on the premise that essential ecological processes that are governed or strongly
moderated by ecosystems are essential for food production, health and other aspects of human
survival and sustainable development. The Plan adopts a landscape approach in conservation of
all wildlife and also emphasizes on preservation of genetic diversity and sustainable utilization of
species and ecosystems, which have a direct bearing on our scientific advancements and support
to millions of rural communities.
6. The Plan accords special emphasis to recovery of threatened species of wildlife
while conserving their habitats which include terrestrial, inland aquatic, coastal and marine eco-
systems. It also takes note of concerns relating to climate change on wildlife, by integrating
actions to be taken for its mitigation and adaption into wildlife management planning.
7. The Plan underscores the increasing need for people’s support for conservation of
wildlife with higher inputs for eco-development, education, innovation, training, extension,
conservation awareness and outreach programs. Wildlife health and disaster management have
also received due attention in this Plan.
8. The plan also takes note of and addresses the rising human animal conflict owing
to shrinkage, fragmentation and deterioration of habitats generating animosity against wild
animals and protected areas.
The Standing Committee of National Board for Wildlife may like to consider
recommending the release of the National Wildlife Action Plan (2017-2031).
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42.3.2. Proposal of the Oil India Limited to Extract Hydrocarbon beneath 3900-4000 mtr
of Dibru Saikhowa National Park
1. Oil India Limited (OIL) proposes to drill seven deep sub-surface wells beneath Dibru-
Saikhowa National Park using Horizontal Deviation Direction Drilling method, such as Extended
Reach Drilling (ERD) technology, at a depth of (3,900 to 4,000) mtr below the forest surface.
2 The user agency Oil India Limited (OIL) filed petition before the Supreme Court IA No.
3934 of 2014 in W.P. (C) 202/1995.
3. The matter was forwarded to CEC for its comment/ remarks thereafter. CEC in its report
to the Supreme Court dated 09.05.2016 recommended for directing Standing Committee of
NBWL.
4. Based on CEC recommendations, Hon’ble Supreme Court has directed the Standing
Committee of NBWL, 3 times to consider this proposal.
1st ORDER dated 10/05/2016 :
“We request the Standing Committee of the National Board of Wildlife to examine the
request made by the applicant in this application on its merit for grant of permission prayed for
or else to submit a report to this Court, if they do not consider the proposal worth acceptance.”
(ANNEXURE 42.3.2)
2nd ORDER dated 03/03/2017 :
“ despite our order dated 10/05/2016 no report has been furnished by the Standing
Committee of the National Board of Wildlife. We direct the Standing Committee of the National
Board of Wildlife to give its report within a period of 4 weeks from today” (ANNEXURE 42.3.2)
3rd ORDER dated 13/04/2017 :
“The decision has been pending with the Standing Committee of National Board for
Wildlife since our order dated 10th May, 2016. There has been no compliance as yet in spite of
our order dated 3rd March, 2017. We grant four weeks' time to the Standing Committee of the
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National Board for Wildlife to take a decision.
The concerned State Governments should also assist the Standing Committee of the
National Board for Wildlife in arriving at a decision.” (ANNEXURE 42.3.2)
5. This Ministry has requested the Chief Wildlife Warden, Assam twice to forward their
comments on the proposal, which are still awaited.
6. In light of directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court dated 13.04.2017, 03.03.2017 and
10/05/2016 in respect of consideration of the proposal of the Oil India Limited to Extract
Hydrocarbon beneath 3900-4000 mtr. of Dibru Saikhowa National Park, Standing Committee of
NBWL is requested to take a view in the matter.
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42.3.3. Judgement of the National Green Tribunal, Bhopal dated 18/11/2016 in Original
Application no. 63 of 2016 titled Mahendra Singh Borawat Vs. Union of India &
Ors before the National Green Tribunal, Central Zone, Bhopal Bench.
An application was filed by Sh. Mahendra Singh Borawat wherein, Union of India
through Secretary MoEF&CC is made respondent no. 1 and the Chairman, National Board for
Wild Life is made respondent no. 2.
2. The petition was challenging the proposed De-notification Plan for Desert National Park
(DNP) of Barmer and Jaisalmer area of Rajasthan. The DNP is spread in an area of 3162 square
kilometres of the Thar Desert and was declared as National Park in the year 1980 to conserve
the unique bio-diversity of the desert ecosystem. As per the petition filed before the NGT, the
respondents are going to de-notify an area of 1400 square kilometres out of an area of 3162
square kilometres of the protected area to be utilised for commercial purpose.
3. Hon’ble National Green Tribunal, Bhopal bench in its judgement dated 18.11.2016 in
this case, directed the following:
“The two Original Applications have been filed with the common issue regarding the
establishment of the wind energy plants in and around the Desert National Park in District
Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) and the issue with regard to the danger being faced by the critically
endangered species of Great Indian Busterd (GIB).”
“Having gone through the same, we are of the view that the National Board of Wildlife
(NBWL) needs to take cognizance of the matter and since that is the body responsible for the
protection of the wildlife in India and also the status with regard to the National Park as well as
the Sanctuaries and since this issue pertains to Desert National Park relating to critically
endangered species namely GIB, we would direct that as MoEF &CC, Govt. of India has identified
GIB as the priority species for its conservation and protection the NBWL should immediately
based upon the findings and recommendations made in the Survey Report 2016 submitted
before the Wildlife Board take decision with regard to the firstly the future expansion and
establishment of any wind energy projects, the threat as a
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result of the existing wind energy projects and also the transmission lines in the area of the
Desert National Park and surrounding areas being identified as major cause whether it should
be prohibited or any precautionary or mitigating measures should be adopted.
We would direct that the National Board for Wildlife in consultation with the State Board
and other authorities discuss the matter and make their recommendations in this behalf at the
earliest preferably within two months from today. The copy of this order shall be sent to the
Member Secretary of the National Board for Wildlife /Respondent No. 3 as also the Respondent
No. 4 and the State of Rajasthan / Respondent and the State of Rajasthan through the Secretary
Forest and the Chief Wildlife Forest Department, Govt. of Rajasthan / Respondent. The petition
is disposed off.” (ANNEXURE 42.3.3)
4. This Ministry also requested the Chief Wildlife Warden, Rajasthan to forward their
comments, which are still awaited.
5. Therefore, in compliance of the above mentioned directions of the Hon’ble National
Green Tribunal, Bhopal Standing Committee of NBWL is requested to take a view in the matter.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 4
42.4.1. FRESH PROPOSALS WITHIN PROTECTED AREAS
The list of proposals for taking up non- forestry activities within Protected Areas is as follows.
Fact sheets are at ANNEXURE 42.4.1 (Page No. 18 - 48)
S.No. State F .No. Subject
1 Andhra
Pradesh
6-51/2017 WL Diversion of 21.343 ha of forest land from
Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve for
rehabilitation and upgradation of NH-565 from km
86.057 to 133.922 (Nagarjuna Sagar to Davulapally
Section) 2-lane with paved shoulders in Pasuvemula RF
& Mutukur RF of Wildlife Management Division,
Markapur, Andhra Pradesh (Pg No. 17, 18, 19).
2 Andhra
Pradesh
6-52/2017 WL Diversion of 33.459 ha of forestland from Sri Penusila
Narasimha Wildlife Sanctuary for rehabilitation and
upgradation of NH-565 from km 361/327 to 420.800
(Dornala T-Junction to Penchalakona Section) in the
State of Andhra Pradesh to two lanes with paved
shoulders under NHDP-IV, Kadapa (Pg No. 20, 21).
3 Gujarat 6-70/2017 WL Proposal for 0.0750 ha of forest land Narayan Sarovar
Wildlife Sanctuary for construction of retiring room at
Sasan Railway Station, district Junagarh, Gujarat by
Divisional Railway Manager (works), Western Railway,
Bhavnagar (Pg No. 22, 23).
4 Gujarat 6-75/2017 WL Proposal for diversion of 0.7540 ha of forest land from
Gir Wildlife Sanctuary for regularization of Hotel under
Tourism activity by Tourism Corporation of Gujarat
Limited, Gujarat (Pg No. 24, 25).
5 Gujarat 6-76/2017 WL Diversion of 8.162 ha of forest land from Narayan
Sarovar Wildlife Sanctuary for laying drinking water
pipe line from Ravapar-Ashaladi-Baranda Roadsar
section and Dayapur to Meghapar of Dayapar taluka,
Gujarat (Pg No. 26, 27).
6 Uttar
Pradesh
6-56/2017 WL Proposal for movement and plying of inland vessels
through the Turtle Wild Life Sanctuary, district
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Allahabad via Varanasi to
Haldia in River Ganga (NH 1), proposed by Inland
Waterway Authority of India (Pg No. 28, 29, 30).
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7 Uttar
Pradesh
6-57/2017 WL Proposal for setting up Kisan Sewa Kendra (Retail
Outlet) proposed by Indian Oil Corporation, Moradabad
Division, Moradabad at private land Gata No.1446, on
Khavadi-Mohasanpur Marg at village Azampur, tehsil-
Dhanaura, distt. Amroha, Uttar Pradesh located within
the boundary of Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary (Pg No.
31, 32, 33).
8 Uttar
Pradesh
6-58/2017 WL Proposal for Garh Mukteshwar as Religious and Hi-Tech
Smart City on both bank of River Ganga falling within
the boundary of Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary in district
Hapur & Amroha, Uttar Pradesh (Pg No. 34, 35, 36).
9 Himachal
Pradesh
6-62/2017 WL Proposal felling of trees for widening and metalling
tarring of Bathri Sundala-Langera, J & K boundary road
km 87/200/93/400 intermediate lane standard in Gamgul
Sihabehi Wildlife Sanctuary, Dist. Chama, Himachal
Pradesh (Pg No. 37, 38).
10 Kerala 6-31/2017 WL Diversion of 0.4754 ha of forest land from Peechi-
Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary for laying of 12” dia LPG
pipeline along with OFC from Kochi to Salem pipeline
for length of 792.6 meter and width of 6 meter, Kerala
by Kochi Salem Pipeline Limited (Pg No. 39, 40).
11 Rajasthan 6-32/2017 WL Diversion of 0.5598 ha of forestland from Todgarh
Wildlife Sanctuary for laying OFC from Kms 59 to
Tiraha from Tiraha to Kamli Ghat chouraha on SH-61,
Kamli Ghat Chouraha to Gomati Chouraha on NH-8 and
Gomati Chouraha to Kms 303 on SH-16, Rajasthan. The
proposed site is inside & outside Todgarh Raoli Wildlife
Sanctuary (Pg No. 41, 42).
12 Rajasthan 6-33/2017 WL Diversion of 0.351 ha of forest land from Kumbhalgarh
Wildlife Sanctuary for laying of OFC for providing
telecom services in the State of Rajasthan by Idea
Cellular Ltd (Pg No. 43, 44).
13 Tamil
Nadu
6-66/2017 WL Diversion of 9.1904 ha of forest land in Thally RF of
Jawalagiri Range in Hosur Forest Division for
construction of Dharmapuri (Salem)-Madhugiri 765 KV
S/C transmission line in Thally Reserve Forest, Jwalagiri
Range, Hosur Division under Cauvery North Wildlife
Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu (Pg No. 45, 46).
14 Madhya
Pradesh
6-27/2016 WL Diversion of 0.0533 ha of forest land from Son Gharial
WLS and 0.5973 ha in Sanjay Dubari Sanctuary under
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Sanjay Tiger Reserve for construction of Intake Well in
Banas River near Parsili in and overhead water tank at
Badkadol along with laying of 8456 meter underground
pipeline for water supply scheme of 31 villages of
Majhuli block in Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh (Pg No.
47, 48).
15 Karnataka 6-186/2016 WL Diversion of 96.65 ha (Reduced from 131.67 ha) in
Muthinakoppa Minor Forest & Aramballi State Forest in
Koppa Division for construction of a irrigation canal
under the Bhadra Upper Project Package-I, Karnataka
Neeravari Nigam Limited, Division-1, Gajanur
Shivamogga, Karnataka.
&
Diversion of 110.10 ha of forest land (reduced from
186.42 ha) in Bhadravathi Division for the construction
of a lift irrigation canal under the Upper Bhadra Project
Package-II, (lifting of water from Bhadra Tiger Reserve
at Ajjampura delivery Chamber) B R Project,
Bhadravathi, Karnataka (Pg No. 49, 50, 51).
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(1)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 21.343 ha of forest land from
Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve for
rehabilitation and upgradation of NH-565 from Km
86.057 to 133.922 (Nagarjuna Sagar to Davulapally
Section) two lanes with paved shoulders in
Pasuvemula RF & Mutukur RF of Wildlife
Management Division, Markapur, Andhra Pradesh in
favour of Executive Engineer, R&B NH Division,
Vijayawada.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve
3 File No. 6-51/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Andhra Pradesh
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 1262.3359 Sq. Km.
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
The forest land is required for widening of the road
NH-565. The particulars of land required are as
follows:
Pasuvemula WLF= 17.479 ha
Muthukuru WLF = 3.864 ha
Total=21.343 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s) Name of the proposal Area Year
AP State Electricity
Board, Erection of 400
KV transmission line from
Srisailam to Vijawada
187.20 ha 1994
Idea Cellular Ltd (Optical
Fiber Cable)
0.30 ha 2015
Total 187.50 ha
8 Name of the applicant agency Ministry of Road Transport and Highways,
Government of India.
9 Total number of tree to be felled 40 trees would be felled
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary and
the diversion proposal included or
not
Map is enclosed
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 21st
February 2017 with mitigative measures stipulated by the Chief Wildlife Warden.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The project envisages the widening of existing road to two lane road with paved shoulders. The
width of B.T surfaces after widening will be 10 mtr. This road passes through Pasuvemula
WLS and Muthukuru WLS of Macherla forest range. The proposal falls in buffer zone of
Nagarjunasagar tiger reserve. It was mentioned that the proposed project will be no impact to
the wildlife. The upgradation of the road will save time, fuel and also maintenance of the
vehicles will be reduced. It will provide safe and faster transport between Telangan and Andhra
pradesh. The entire people living in CRDA area and the people of Nalgonda District of
Telangana will be benefited.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
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The proposal indicates the presence of Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Wild Dogs, Wolf, Jackals,
Ratel, Porcupine, Four horned antelope, Sambar, Spotted Deer, Chinkara etc
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
Proposed diversion of land 21.343 ha for widening of existing single road to 2-lane with paved
shoulders of NH-565 from Nagarjunasagar to Davulapally falls in Pasuvemula RF and
Mutukuru RF of Vijayapuri South Range of Markapur WL Division. The proposal falls in
buffer area. The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following
conditions:
(1) Wildlife Management Plan is proposed with an amount of Rs.3.00 Crores for habitat
improvement, protection, Man-Animal Conflict & Publicity extension wildlife awareness
activities in Nagarjunasagar Tiger Reserve. The User Agency will deposit the money into
Biodiversity Conservation Society of Andhra Pradesh (BIOSAP) Account.
(2) Erection of rambles, reflectors are to be placed in the stretch of 7 km in Pasuvemula and
Mutukuru RFs at an important animal crossing zone as identified by the Forest
Department. Chain link mesh to the height of 6 feet in both sides along the road in buffer
area to be erected by the User Agency.
(3) Construction of under passes in the 6 km stretch at 2 places where the streams are flowing
proposed for the easy movement of wildlife from both sides. The under passes should have
clear width of equivalent to the road width and overhead clearance of 10 feet in the stretch
falling in Pasuvemula RF.
(4) Erection of Sign boards and caution boards to create awareness of Wildlife Conservation
by the User Agency.
15 Comments of Ministry
NTCA has communicated their observations and recommendations vide letter dated 7-18/2017-
NTCA dated 5th May 2017. With the emergence of Amaravati (150 km away from NSTR) as a
new state capital of AP and with the widening of NH 565, the traffic rush is going to increase
in the buffer area of NSTR. However considering the larger public interest of the region, the
upgradationof NH56 passing through Pasuvemula Reserve Forest and Mutukur Reserve Forest
as per the current proposal is recommended subject to the strict adherence to the following
mitigation strategies:
1. The user agency should seek necessary forest clearance permissions from MoEF&CC,
GoI and appropriate NPV applicable be deposited for the forest land proposed for
diversion as per Hon’ble Supreme Court of India’s order numbers IA 826 and 566 (dated
28.03.2008 and 09.05.2008) related to a Writ Petition (Civil) No 202/1995.
2. We submit that elevated flyovers/viaducts at the appropriate locations of Pasuvemula RF
would be the best strategy to enable wildlife crossing. The design/dimensions of the
proposed flyovers/elevated viaducts should be as per the guide viz., Ecofriendly measures
to mitigate impacts of linear infrastructure of WII published in 2016. The user agency
should consult NTCA, WII and Field Director, NSTR for confirming the design,
dimensions of each underpass prior o commencement of their construction.
3. The user agency in collaboration with the forest department, WII and NTCA should carry
out a join survey once again (noting down the exact GPS location, measurements of the
ground spans, etc) for finalizing the exact locations where the flyovers should be
constructed as per the current recommendations.
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4. Sign posts warning about movements of wild animals should also be placed at regular
intervals along the widened road. AP Forest Department should ensure that user agency
should strictly adhere to the mitigation measures suggested herein this report before
upgradation project is implemented.
5. Legal status of NH-565 passing through NSTR should remain unchanged and no further
widening proposal of these stretches should be permitted in future.
6. CCTV enabled check posts needs to be constructed on NH-565 at Kothur Road junction,
Ethipotala Cross Road and near Srifiripadu for regular monitoring of vehicles and control
of traffic during emergency situations so as to have effective checks and control to
prevent wildlife forest crime cases.
7. Patrol vehicles of the Forest department should regularly patrol (both day and night time)
along the road ensuring no animal feeding, no legal parking and animal mortality due to
road accidents inside the forest. Pasuvemula RF is one of the most prone areas of NSTR
and chance of the incident increases with road widening and more vehicular traffic.
Forest Department should vigilant and prepared to deal with such situations, particularly
during the hot, dry seasons.
8. Attempt should be made that mineral trees are cut for road widening. Local Range
Forest Officer and frontline staff should strictly monitor this. Constructions work should
be during day time (7 Am – 5 PM) and no night camp of labourers and contractors. User
agency officials inside the forest should be allowed. User agency should also monitor that
no labourer gets involved in extraction of forest products. Local Range Forest Officer,
forest staff should pay regular and sudden visits to the construction sites for monitoring
these.
9. Use of heavy earth moving vehicles should be made as possible since they are likely to
create substantial noise pollution in the area. Construction materials (including) top soil)
should be procured from outside the forest area. The debris should be dumped outside the
forest or could also be used in constructing the road underneath flyovers for Departmental
use (patrol, wildlife tourisms, etc.)
10. Light and sound barriers and vegetative camouflage should also be created along the
road as per WII’s recommendations.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(2)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 33.459 ha of forest land from Sri
Penusila Narasimha Wildlife Sanctuary for
rehabilitation and upgradation of NH-565 from
Km 361/327 to 420.800 (Dornala T-Junction to
Penchalakona Section) in the State of Andhra
Pradesh to two lanes with paved shoulders under
NHDP-IV, in favour of Executive Engineer,
R&B NH Division, Kadapa.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Sri Penusila Narasimha Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-52/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Andhra Pradesh
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 1030.85 sq.km.
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil. N 33.459 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
5.59 ha
10.30 ha of forestland was for the construction of
of alternate road from Rapur to Penchalakona
and Adurupalli to Penchalakona in f/o Telugu
Ganga project out of which 5.59 ha was covered
in Wildlife Sanctuary.
8 Name of the applicant agency Ministry of Road Transport and Highways,
Government of India.
9 Total number of tree to be felled 51 trees would be felled
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary and
the diversion proposal included or
not
Map is enclosed
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 21st
February 2017 with mitigative measures stipulated by the Chief Wildlife Warden.
12. Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The project envisages the widening of existing road to two lane with paved shoulders.
Widening and improvement of this road would improve connectivity in terms of achieving
smooth and safe traffic flow and improve level of service. In addition to the above,
Substantial economic gain in terms of reduced vehicle operating cost (VOC) and reduced
travel time will be achieved. The user agency has furnished the following information:
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(1) 33.459 ha of forestland is required or rehabilitation and upgradation of NH-565 from
km 361.327 to 420.800 (Dornala T-junction to Penchalakona section) in Nellore
Division.
(2) Cost of the project is mentioned as Rs. 459.84 crore.
(3) The requirement of forest land has been justified as the existing road between
Dornala T-Junction to Penchalakona section is a narrow BT road and has been
declared as National Highway and the road is not upto the National Highway
standards and cannot handle the increased highway traffic. There is no alternative
path for the same. This road after completion will provide good connectivity between
the two districts of SPSR Nellore and Prakasam and more importantly, this road will
provide better connectivity to the newly formed capital of Andhra Pradesh with the
southern districts of Andhra Pradesh
(4) The user agency has furnished undertakings for payment of NPV, Addl.NPV, CA and
Extraction charges of the trees
(5) Cost benefit analysis is stated as widening and improvement of this section of NH-
565 would further improve connectivity in terms of achieving smooth and safe traffic
flow and improve level of service. In addition to above, substantial economic gain in
terms of reduced Vehicle Operation Cost (VOC) and reduced travel time will be
achieved.
(6) Employment likely to be generated 10000 men days will be generated.
(7) No displacement of people is involved.
(8) Clearance under Environment (Protection), Act, 1986 is stated not required.
13. Rare and endangered species found in the area
The proposal indicates the presence of spotted deer, wild boars, rabbits species, etc.
14. Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) Wildlife Management Plan is proposed with an amount of Rs.300 Crores for habitat
improvement, Protection, Man-Animal Conflict & Publicity extension wildlife
awareness activities in Sri Penisula Narasimha Swamy Wildlife Sanctuary. The User
Agency will deposit the money into Biodiversity Conservation Society of Andhra
Pradesh (BIOSAP) Account.
(2) Erection of ramblers from Km 361/327 to Km 420/800 i.e., Dornala T-Junction to
Penchalakona Section Road at an important animal crossing zone as identified by the
Forest Department at 5 locations.
(3) Chain link mesh to the height of 6 feet in both sides along the road in sanctuary area to
be erected by the user agency.
(4) Construction of under passes at 5 places proposed for the easy movement of wildlife
from both sides. The under passes should have clear 10 feet width and 6 feet height for
entire stretch of the connectivity.
(5) Erection of Sign boards and caution boards to create awareness by the user agency.
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15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(3)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for 0.0750 ha of forest land Narayan
Sarovar Wildlife Sanctuary for construction of
retiring room at Sasan Railway Station, district
Junagarh, Gujarat by Divisional Railway
Manager (works), Western Railway, Bhavnagar.
2 Name of the protected Area involved Narayan Sarovar Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-70/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Gujarat
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 1265.0172 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
0.0750 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
S.No. Name of the
proposal
Area diverted
1 Irrigation 26.3601 ha
2 Thermal
transmission 16
projects
11.9245 ha
3 Other-42 projects 67.2913 ha
Total 59 projects
Name of the applicant agency Divisional Railway Manager (works), Western
Railway, Bhavnagar.
9 Total number of tree to be felled Clearing of vegetation is not required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary and
the diversion proposal included or
not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 27th
June 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
This project is required for new proposal for Sasan Gir:- providing retiring Room at station
in Railway land in forest by Western Railway. Proposed in 0.075 ha forest area at Sasan
Gir located at District Junagadh. This area is very famous for Gir Forest/Sanctuary. Many
tourists from various corners including foreign tourist visit this place. No retiring room is
provided at this station. Provision of retiring room facility at station will facilitate the
passengers and tourists and will generate earnings. Therefore, it is proposed to provide
double bed AC Rooms with furniture and fixtures for resting facility of visiting passengers
at Gir National Park.
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13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The species found in the sanctuary are chinkara, black buck, caracal, desert cat, pangolin,
great Indian bustard, porcupine, , Indian boar, Indian wolf mongoose hare, striped hyena,
peafowl, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) The user agency or his contractor must ensure the minimum movement of the vehicles
and the staff in the sanctuary area and vehicle will move on prescribed route as
decided by local DCF in charge of the sanctuary national park.
(2) No damage/disturbance to be caused to flora and fauna of the said area by the user
agency and its establishment.
(3) User agency or his contractor will not use any area of the sanctuary other than the area
shown on the map and permission sought for construction of retiring room. Any
shifting of area will attract the provision of cancellation of permission.
(4) The land permitted for use will not be liable to sale or transfer the right and privileges
to any agency.
(5) The agency or contractor will strictly follow the provision under Wildlife Protection
Act, 1972.
(6) 5% of the cost of the project should be spent for habitat improvement and wildlife
conservation in the sanctuary area.
(7) Approval under Forest Conservation Act, 1980, will be obtained separately for use of
forest land. NPV will be deposited as per the existing rates.
(8) The retiring room will be used only for official use by the railway officers and staff.
(9) The Chief Wildlife Warden or the State Government may impose other additional
conditions at any stage which will be binding on the User Agency.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(4)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for diversion of 0.7540 ha of forest land from Gir
Wildlife Sanctuary for regularization of Hotel under
Tourism activity by Tourism Corporation of Gujarat
Limited, Gujarat.
2 Name of the protected
Area involved
Gir Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-75/2017 WL
4 Name of the state Gujarat
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Yes
6 Area of the protected area 1265.0172 sq.km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
0.7540 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from
the protected area(s) S.No. Name of project Area
diverted ha
Year of
diversion
1 Irrigation-1 6.7246 1998
2 Encroachment-1 0.5739 1998
3 Others-1 0.5325 2007
Total 7.8310
8 Name of the applicant
agency
Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
No clearing of vegetation is required
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the
diversion proposal
included or not
Map is not clear
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 25th
April 2017.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Purpose for construction of facility for stay of people visiting sanctuary reflecting at the
objective of promoting tourism. The facility was duly constructed by the Department of
Tourism, Government of India and the Indian Tourism Development Corporation Ltd
(ITDC) operated it. The facility includes 26 rooms, dining hall, kitchen, store, reception,
lounge, Staff quarters-9, etc
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The species found in the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary are chital, nilgai, antelope, sambar, four-
horned chinkara and wild boar. Blackbucks from the surrounding area can be occasionally
identified in the sanctuary.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) The user agency shall not violate any regulatory provisions under Section-9, 17A, 27,
29, 30, 31 & 32 of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
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(2) The user agency shall not destroy wildlife habitat including fauna and flora of the Gir
Wildlife Sanctuary.
(3) The user agency or its authorized representatives shall ensure that flood lights are not
used and noise pollution is not caused during the operation and management of
Hotel.
(4) The user agency shall use outside colour which merges with the surroundings.
(5) Approval under Forest Conservation Act, 1980, if required, shall be obtained
separately for use of forest land.
(6) The user agency shall deposit NPV for the use of land of Protected Area as per the
existing rates.
(7) The user agency shall deposit Rs.10 lakh in Gujarat State Lion Conservation Society
for development and Conservation of Asiatic Lion.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(5)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 8.162 ha of forest land from Narayan Sarovar
Wildlife Sanctuary for laying drinking water pipe line from
Ravapar-Ashaladi-Baranda Roadsar section and Dayapur
to Meghapar of Dayapar taluka, Gujarat.
2 Name of the protected
Area involved
Narayan Sarovar Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-76/2017 WL
4 Name of the state Gujarat
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 443.6055 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
8.162 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from
the protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant
agency
Gujarat Water Supply & sewerage Board Gandhinagar
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
No clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the
diversion proposal
included or not
Map is not clear
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 27th
June 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The drinking water supply pipeline proposed along Ravapar to Ashaladi, Baranda,
Rodasar Section and Mindhiyari section and Dayapar to Meghapar and proposed WTP at
Dolatpar of Lakhpat Taluka will provide safe and secure supply of water to the 40 nos. of
permanent water scare villages & hamlets having almost 39000 population of human
being. People of the included villages will be getting safe drinking water and will be free
from water born diseases which will indirectly help to save their hard earned money from
medical expenditure as well as loss of income due to absence on employment.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The Narayan Sarovar Wildlife Sanctuary indicates the presence of indian gazelle or
chinkara and the cheetal, are particularly well known in this sanctuary. It is a favorite
haunt of many wildlife enthusiasts and animal lovers.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden in Part IV of the application form has mentioned that there is
no alternate to bypass the drinking water pipeline. The proposal pertains to public interest.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) The user agency or his contractor must ensure the minimum movement of the
vehicles and the staff in the sanctuary area and vehicle will move on prescribed route
as decided by local DCF in charge of the sanctuary/national part.
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(2) No damage/disturbance to be caused to flora and fauna of the said area by the user
agency and its establishment.
(3) User agency or his contractor will not use any area of the sanctuary other than the
area shown on the map and permission sought for laying of drinking water pipeline.
Any shifting of area will attract the provision of cancellation of permission.
(4) The land permitted for use will not be liable to sale or transfer the right and
privileges to any other agency.
(5) The agency or contractor will strictly follow the provision under Wildlife Protection
Act, 1972.
(6) 5% of the cost of the project should be spent for habitat improvement and wildlife
conservation in the sanctuary area.
(7) Approval under Forest Conservation Act, 1980, for use of 1.216 ha forest land will
be obtained separately. NPV will be deposited as per the existing rates.
(8) Water supply at appropriate locations for wildlife will be provided free of charge by
the User Agency.
(9) The Chief Wildlife Warden or the State Government may impose other additional
conditions at any stage will be binding on the user agency.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(6)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for movement and plying of inland
vessels through the Turtle Wild Life Sanctuary,
district Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Allahabad via
Varanasi to Haldia in River Ganga (National
Waterway No-1), proposed by Inland
Waterway Authority of India
2 Name of the protected Area involved Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-56/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Uttar Pradesh
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 62.5 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant agency Inland Waterways Authority of India.
9 Total number of tree to be felled No clearing of vegetation is required
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary and
the diversion proposal included or
not
Map is enclosed
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal on the basis of WII report in
its meeting held on 26th
May 2016 & 17th
August 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is a statutory body under Ministry of
Shipping, Government of India formed under IWAI Act. 1985 (82 of 1985) passed by
parliament, to Develop and Regulate the National Waterways in India. In this regard,
under the CHAPTER IV of IWAI Act, the Functions & Powers of the Authority has been
elaborated. At present 5 nos National Waterways have been declared in India. Under the
above 1620 km of stretch of River Ganga from Allahabad to Haldia has been declared as
National Waterway No.1 in 1986. The esteemed project of navigation to the inland vessels
up to Allahabad through Varanasi from Haldia in National Waterway No.1 is one among
the flag ship projects of PMO, Government of India. Here it is pertinent to mention that
the inland vessel ply only through the deepest water zone of the river covering 10-15m of
width. The navigation route of deepest zone is fixed in advance with longitudinal survey
of the river through Electronic Navigation Chart made through routine survey by ECO
sounder attached with GPS. The requisition for navigational clearance to ply the inland
vessels through the 7 km turtle sanctuary situated in Varanasi.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area: Northern tropical mixed deciduous
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Forest
The species found in Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary are tortoise, turtle, ganga dolphin, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden in Part IV of the application form has mentioned that
according to the details and brief justification of the project given by applicant user
agency, Inland Waterways Authority of India a statutory body under Ministry of Shipping,
Government of India, is to develop and regulate the National Waterways in India. Under
the Inland Waterways Authority of India Act, 1985, the above 1620 Km of stretch of
Ganga River from Allahabad to Haldia has been declared as National Waterway No.1 in
1986. It is mentioned that the inland vessels ply only through the deepest water zone of the
river covering 10-15 meters of the width.
The project is for the clearance of the passage of vessels only and this does not involve
any diversion of sanctuary area or any permanent construction work. It is also clear that
any alternative to ply the vessels elsewhere is not available The passages of inland vessels
pass through the protected area Turtle Wild Life Sanctuary, Varanasi, UP,
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal subject to the mitigation
measures & conditions:
(1) Protection & mitigation measures for wildlife should be ensured as per guidelines of
Government of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change,
(Wildlife), New Delhi.
(2) User agency IWAI, should provide the funds for reduction in negative impact for
conservation & eco-development activities to the sanctuary as per guidelines of
Government of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change,
(Wildlife), New Delhi.
(3) In order to minimize the adverse impact on the movement and migration of wildlife
and propagating or developing of wildlife and its environment, it would required a
study regarding the carrying capacity of the sanctuary with regard to plying of the
inland vessels, impact of their movement in the sanctuary and the mitigation
measures from a wild life expert body/agency.
(4) A Trust shall be set up for Turtle Wild life Sanctuary management and amount
equivalent to the 5% of the project amount shall be deposited in advance by IWAI.
The trust would invest this corpus into the safe Government Bonds/securities of bank
deposit and use only annual yield for supplementing UPFD allocated budget for
implementation of the management plan. The trust shall be headed by the Chief Wild
Life Warden, UP and would also have a representative of the member of Standing
Committee of NBWL.
(5) No quarrying/mining shall be carried out within sanctuary area.
(6) User agency will ensure that any construction required shall not affect the nesting site
of the turtle and other reptiles found in the vicinity of the sanctuary.
(7) User agency will strictly follow the provisions of Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 as
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amended from time to time.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(7)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for setting up Kisan Sewa Kendra
(Retail Outlet) proposed by Indian Oil
Corporation, Moradabad Division, Moradabad
at private land Gate No.1446, on Khavadi-
Mohasanpur Marg at village Azampur, tehsil-
Dhanaura, distt. Amroha, Uttar Pradesh located
within the boundary of Hastinapur Wildlife
Sanctuary.
2 Name of the protected Area involved Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-57/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Uttar Pradesh
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 2073 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for diversion/
Denotification
The proposed land 0.129 ha for the project is
the part of agricultural land on Khavadi-
Mohasanpur Marg at village Azampur, Tehsil
Dhanaura, distt. Amroha, U.P. The land though
lies within the boundary of Hastinpur Wildlife
Sanctuary but no forest land are involved in the
said project required 0.000805 ha of P.W.D
land for access to the facility.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant agency Indian Oil Corporation Limited
9 Total number of tree to be felled The proposal indicates that no clearing of
vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary and
the diversion proposal included or
not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 26th
May 2015.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The proposal for allotment of retail outlet (Kisan Seva Kendra) on Khata no. 91, Gata
no.1446, 0.129 ha. The proposed land 0.129 ha for the project is the part of Agricultural
land on Khavadi-Mohasanpur Marg at village Azampur, Tehsil Dhanaura, Dist. Amroha,
Uttar Pradesh which is notified within the boundary of Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary. No
forest land is involved in the said project. The project is situated among human habitation
since this is a small project.
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The project is located on private land. The said land though falling within the sanctuary
area is located in a village and away from the boundary of forest land. Hence, no negative
impact of the project is anticipated.
The facility will provide fuel to local people and it is in interest of public.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The proposal indicates the presence of Indian peafowl, Indian grey hornbill, common
hoopoe, common kingfisher, spotted owlet, short eared owl, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden in part-IV of the application form has mentioned that the
details and justification of project given by applicant user agency the project is related to
Retail Outlet (Kisan Seva Kendras) proposed by Indian Oil Corporation, Moradabad
Division, and Moradabad at private land Gata No.1446, area 0.129 ha, that is part of
agricultural land on Khavadi-Mohasanpur Marg at village Azampur, tehsil Dhanaura,
District Amroha, U.P. which is notified within boundary of Hastinapur Wild Life
Sanctuary. No forest land is involved for the project.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the mitigation measures
and conditions:
(1) Protection and mitigation measures for wildlife should be ensured as per standard
practice in such cases.
(2) Land shall not be used for any purpose other than that specified in the proposal.
(3) Rules and regulation of the concerned departments for establishing the project shall
be complied with.
(4) The instruction/orders passed by the State Govt/Central Govt. and the direction
passed by Hon’ble High Court/Supreme Court from time to time regarding such
project shall be complied with.
(5) User Agency will ensure that the project personnel engaged in the project shall
observe the provisions of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 & Rules made
thereafter.
(6) Construction waste materials will not be thrown inside the sanctuary area or
movement corridor of wildlife.
(7) User agency will take all precautions including technical measures to contain the
noise and air pollution, protection from fire due to construction activities.
(8) The project proponent shall obtain consent to establish and to operate from U.P.
Pollution Control Board and effectively implement all the conditions stipulated
therein.
(9) The project proponent shall undertake plantation/forestation work by planting the
native species in the nearly adjacent to project area/sanctuary for which necessary
finance will be provided by the user agency.
(10) As per the letter F.No.5-3/2007-FC, Ministry of Environment & Forest (F.C.
Division) Government of India, New Delhi dated 5th
February 2009 and the G.O. of
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Uttar Pradesh Shashan (Van-Anubhag-2) letter no Writ 526/14-2-2008 dated 22-08-
2008. The use of the proposed private land of the project (0.129 ha) inside the
Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary may be permitted on payment of an amount equivalent
to the NPV payable for the adjoining forest area.
(11) No labour camp shall be established in the sanctuary/forest area or other sensitive
area.
(12) Two GPS sets shall be provided to the Amroha Forest Division for the survey and
demarcation of the sanctuary boundaries.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(8)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for Garh Mukteshwar as Religious and
Hi-Tech Smart City on both bank of River
Ganga falling within the boundary of
Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary in District Hapur
& Amroha, Uttar Pradesh
2 Name of the protected Area involved Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-58/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Uttar Pradesh
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 2073 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
The details of area required for the proposal:
(1) 2894 ha agricultural land (within
jurisdiction of Hapur Forest Division).
(2) 3333 ha agricultural land & 1168 ha other
govt. land non forest (within the jurisdiction
of Amroha Forest Division).
Total area = 7395 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant agency Upper Ganga Canal Modernization Division,
Hapur
9 Total number of tree to be felled Not mentioned in the proposal.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary and
the diversion proposal included or
not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 17th
August 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The scheme for development of Garh Mukteshwar as Religious and Hi-tech Smart City on
both Banks of River Ganga the site is in the hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary area in Distt.
Hapur and Amroha.
Total area of sanctuary = 2073.00 sq km
Area required for development = 2894 ha in Distt.Hapur.
Area required for development = 4501 ha in Distt. Amroha.
Total area required for development in Hastinapur Wild Life Sanctuary = 7395 ha
This comes out approx. 3.57% of total area of Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary. The project
falls in Hastinapur Wild Life Sanctuary Garhmukteswar range under jurisdiction of Hapur
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Forest Division and Dhanora range under the jurisdiction of Amroha Forest Division.
The tourist flow is likely to go up after the completion of this project. Some of the tourists
are likely to visit the sanctuary. Thus the ecotourism activity is likely to get a boost in the
area.
The noise level in the area of the sanctuary along the NH-24 is likely to increase due to
increased vehicular traffic. This area falls in the route of migratory birds which come to
Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary during the winters. They adversely affected due to
increased noise pollution.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The proposal indicates the presence of leopard cat, indian jackal fishing cat, small indian
civet, common mangoose, striped hyena, Indian porcupine, etc., and among reptiles
pythons, monitor lizards and poisonous snakes like cobra, kraits, non poisonous snakes,
turtles, Indian crocodiles, gharial and dolphin are found.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden in part-IV of the application form has mentioned that the
present proposal is related to scheme for development of Garh Mukteshwar a Religious
and Smart City on the both banks of River Ganga within the boundary of Hastinapur Wild
Life Sanctuary in district Hapur & Amroha, U.P. The project is proposed by Executive
Engineer, Upper Ganga Canal Modernization Division, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh. It is
reported that Garh Mukteshwar, also known as ‘Garh Mukteshwar Dham’ is an important
historical and religious site in district Hapur, U.P. It is situated about 100 km from Delhi.
The location of this Dham is on NH-24 (Delhi-Hapur-Moradabad Road) on the bank of
River Ganga in district Hapur, U.P. This place is visited by various communities who have
their faith/belief attached to this area. Keeping this in view, the Government of Uttar
Pradesh has proposed a development scheme to convert this area into a Smart City as well
as to improve the tourist facilities. The project proposed over the agriculture land and
other Government land (non forest land) which falls within the boundary of Hastinapur
Wildlife Sanctuary. No alternative is available for this project and no forest land is
involved for the said project.
Since the project is under a Govt. development scheme and it proposed over agriculture
land & other Government land (non-forestland) and no alternative is available for the said
project, there the proposal is agreed upon.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the mitigation measures
and conditions:
(1) Protection & Mitigation measures for wild life should be ensured as per guidelines of
Government of India.
(2) A detailed impact assessment study will be carried out by a nationally reputed
institute/organization having experiences and expertise in wildlife related issues
suggested in col.(7), or as per guidelines of Government of India.
(3) User agency/concerned department (Upper Ganga Canal Modernization Division,
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Hapur, Irrigation & Water Resources Deptt.) should provide the funds for the
following mitigation measures and for the conservation & Eco-development activities
of wildlife & its habitat as per guidelines of Ministry of Environment & Forest,
Government of India.
(a) Habitat improvement work e.g., Grossland management/pasture development,
creation of water holes, plantation etc in 1500 ha area to counter the loss of habitat
for herbivores in the sanctuary.
(b) Boundary demarcation/solar fencing of the reserve forest block which is likely to
be fragmented due to such diversion.
(c) 50 Km fire line management along the forest boundary to enforce strict fire
protection work.
(d) Construction of check chowkies and residential staff quarters.
(e) Procurement of two vehicles and four motor boats for patrolling in the area and
other equipment such as tranquilizing equipment, cages, field equipment, spotting
scopes, camera traps etc shall be borne by the project proponent.
(f) Establishing an Nature Interpretation Centre in the area to educate and sensitize the
tourists about conservation of the wildlife.
(4) Labour camp during construction stage shall be kept away from any sensitive
place/passage of the wild animal in the said forest & sanctuary area.
(5) Necessary fuel wood for the labourers shall be met with purchase from market. No
quarrying/mining/borrowing of soil/operations shall be carried within the other
sanctuary accept project site.
(6) Any form of poaching or forest offence, particularly by the construction workers, will
be strictly prevented. In the event of any case of poaching noticed during the
construction of project, user agency would be held responsible.
(7) A survey/study shall be conducted for the critically endangered species of
Amphibians & Reptiles such as gangetic dolphin, water lizard, otters, crocodiles,
ganges soft shelled turtle and other wildlife species found in river ganga from
Ramnagar to Balia and other Ramser site wetland which is situated within the
Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary. The expert body for survey will be decided by the
competent authority of Forest Department and Wild Life Institute, Dehradun.
According to the survey report a conservation plan shall be prepared in consultation
of WII/expert for preparation of Wild Life Management Plan. The User Agency shall
provide funds for the above activities.
(8) Any other condition stipulated by Standing Committee of National board for Wildlife,
Government of India will be complied by user agency.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(9)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal felling of trees for widening and metalling
tarring of Bathri Sundala-Langera, J&K boundary road
km 87/200/93/ 400 intermediate lane standard in Gamgul
Sihabehi Wildlife Sanctuary, Dist. Chama, Himachal
Pradesh
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Gamgul Sihabehi Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-62/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Himachal Pradesh
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 108.40 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
2.14 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from
the protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant
agency
Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
Felling of 243 trees and 110 saplings
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the diversion
proposal included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 2nd
March 2017.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The proposal for improvement and upgradation of Bathri-Sandla-Langera J&K
Boundary/HP boarder road has been sanctioned by the Ministry of Road Transport and
Highways, Government of India. This project involves widening and metalling raring of
existing single lane road to double lane between 87/200 (Tali) to 93/400 (J&K /HP
boarder) where road is to be widened and metalled tarred to intermediate lane standard
falls in Gamgul Sihabehi Wildlife Sanctuary. The entire land on which the widening and
metalling tarring work is to be done carried out including the existing single lane road is
in the ownership of Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
Ibex, common langur, leopard, musk deer, himalayan fox, himalayan tahr, longtailed
marmot, himalayan mouse hair, himalayan weasel, barking deer, jackal, etc. Avian-Fauna
include turdoides striatus, stachyris pyrrhops, Megalaima rubricapilla, Megalaima virens,
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Merops orientalis, Hypsipetes madagascariensis, Pycnonotus cafer, Pycnonotus
leucogenys, Melophus lathami, Emberiza fucata, Pernis ptilorhyncus, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The road will be important from strategic point of view as the area is near the international
boarder. This road will provide better communication/transportation in border area
through Interstate Connectivity Scheme. The proposal for the construction of the proposed
road is genuine and is justified from strategic point of view and will be in the larger public
interest of the nation.
(1) Since the road already exists and the entire land required for the project is in the
ownership of HPPWD. However proper disposal of muck generated out of excavation
need to be done out of sanctuary area without disturbing wildlife and its habitat.
(2) No blasting will be done in and adjoining areas of WL sanctuary.
(3) Construction work will not be allowed before sunrise and after sunset.
15 Comments of Ministry
The proposed project passes through Gamgul Sihabehi Wildlife Sanctuary as a part of
widening, metalling tarring of Bathri Sundala-Langera of road.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(10)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 0.4754 ha of forest land from Peechi-
Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary for laying of 12” dia
LPG pipeline along with OFC from Kochi to Salem
pipeline for length of 792.6 meter and width of 6
meter, Kerala by Kochi Salem Pipeline Limited.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-31/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Kerala
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not mentioned in the proposal
6 Area of the protected area 125 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
0.4754 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Not mentioned in the proposal
8 Name of the applicant agency M/s Kochi Salem Pipeline Private Limited (KSPPL)
9 Total number of tree to be felled No clearing of vegetation is required
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary and
the diversion proposal included or
not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife recommendation has recommended the proposal in its
meeting held on 27th
December 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Kochi Salem Pipeline Limited, a joint venture of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd and
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd has proposed to lay a 12 inch pipeline for transportation of LPG
from BPCL Kochi Refinery/IOCL Puthuvypin to BPCL bulk storage plant, at Palakkad.
The proposal is of national importance and is monitored by Ministry of Petroleum and
Natural Gas and Kerala State Government for its timely completion. The subject pipeline
passes through the existing ROU of M/s Petronet CCK Ltd through Peechi Vazhani
Wildlife Sanctuary (0.4754 ha). The proposal does not involve any fresh diversion of
forest/tree felling/impact to wild life.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The faunal diversity includes over 25 species of mammals including carnivores like the
leopard, tiger, jungle cat and herbivores like the Sambar deer, barking deer, spotted deer,
Indian bison and Asian elephant. More than 100 species of birds and several species of
snakes and lizards are also found here.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
M/s Kochi Salem Pipeline Private Ltd, a Joint Venture of Bharat Petroleum Corporation
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Limited and Indian Oil Corporation Limited has applied for permission to lay their
proposed 12” dia LPG pipeline along with OFC from Kochi to Palakkad for a length of
792.6 meter and width of 6 meter comprising of an area of 0.4754 ha of forestland which is
already in use of M/s Petronet CCK Ltd since 2001 after getting necessary clearance
required at that time. The proposed land falls in Paravattani mala notified RF as well as
Peechi Catchment area under Vellani Section of Peechi Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary.
The project activities will not destroy, exploit or involve the removal of any forest produce
from the sanctuary. Since the area of the project is bound to be restored back to the original
condition after installation of pipeline, there is no diversion or impact on rain water in or
out of the sanctuary limits. The requirement of forestland as proposed by the user agency is
unavoidable and is the barest minimum for the project. The proposal does not include or
involve any fresh diversion of forest land. However, since it is for a new activity other than
for which the land was diverted in 2001, this proposal should be treated as a fresh proposal
and the project proponent shall comply with the provisions/conditions under the Wildlife
(Protection) Act, 1972.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the condition that the
additional protection against any possible erosion in slopes shall be provided by the
proponent at their cost for the protection of pipeline. No activities will be carried out by the
proponent before sunrise and after sunset during or after the installation of pipeline as it
can impact wildlife.
15 Comments of Ministry
Environmental Clearance obtained vide letter No. J-11011/396/2012-IA II(I)
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(11)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 0.5598 ha of forestland from Todgarh
Wildlife Sanctuary for laying Optical Fibre transmission
cable from Kms 59 to Tiraha from Tiraha to Kamli Ghat
chouraha on SH-61, Kamli Ghat Chouraha to Gomati
Chouraha on NH-8 and Gomati Chouraha to Kms 303 on
SH-16, Rajasthan. The proposed site is inside & outside
Todgarh Raoli Wildlife Sanctuary
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Todgarh Raoli Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-32/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Rajasthan
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Not mentioned in the proposal
6 Area of the protected area 495.27 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
0.5598 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Not mentioned in the proposal
8 Name of the applicant
agency
M/s Idea Cellular Ltd.
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
Not mentioned in the proposal
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the diversion
proposal included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 20th
October 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Proposal is for laying underground OFC which is a national project and interest of public
in terms of increased communication network having no impact on wildlife and habitat.
The Optical Fibre Cable system will fulfill the needs of telecommunication circuits and
wireless broadband services and other Data for the Government, Industries, Defence and
society. This telecom infrastructure shall lead to growth in economy and hence
employment more employment and better living conditions of the
geography/State/country. This new scheme of laying OFC is most modern and state cable
will provide most of new value added services as well as it will cater for the needs of
integrated services Digital Network.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
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The proposal indicates the presence of leopard, sloth bear, hyena, wolf, jungle cat, four
horned, antelope, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The proposal is only for laying of underground OFC cable in the sanctuary area. The
width will be 0.45 meters up to 1.65 meters depth. The cable alignment will be suitably
diverted to avoid cutting of trees and laid within the road land boundary by excavating the
narrow trench of 90 cm width which will be reinstated to its original condition. The total
area required is 2.115 ha out of which 0.5598 ha is Protected Area.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) 2% of the proportionate cost of the project inside the Todgarh Raoli Sanctuary and
within 10 km from its boundary will be deposited by the User Agency in the account
of Rajasthan Protected Areas Conservation Society (RPACS) for wildlife
conservation and mitigation works.
(2) No work shall be done before sunrise and after sunset in the Protected Area.
(3) No material of any kind should be extracted from the Protected Area.
(4) No tree shall be cut during the work in the protected Area.
(5) There will be no labour camping within 1 km of the Protected Area boundary.
(6) There will be no blasting within 1 km of the Protected Area boundary.
(7) The waste material generated should be disposed outside the Protected Area by the
User Agency.
(8) The user agency and project personnel will comply with the provisions of the
Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(12)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 0.351 ha of forest land from Kumbhalgarh
Wildlife Sanctuary for laying of Optical Fiber
Transmission Cable for providing telecom services in the
State of Rajasthan by Idea Cellular Ltd.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-33/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Rajasthan
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Not mentioned in the proposal.
6 Area of the protected area 610.528 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
0.351 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant
agency
M/s Idea Cellular Ltd.
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
Not mentioned in the proposal
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the diversion
proposal included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 20th
October 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Proposal for laying of optical fiber Cable from Km 280/0 to 290/0 underground along the
road within the existing R.O.W. and size of trench will be width 0.45 meter and depth of
1.65 meter total route 10.0 km. The proposed laying of Optical Fiber Cable on Merta-
Bewar-Devgarh-Kamli Ghat-Desuri-Sadri route to provide telecom services in the said
location for the Government, industries, defense and society.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The proposal indicates the presence of leopard, sloth bear, hyena, wolf, jungle cat, four
horned, antelope, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The proposal is only for laying of underground OFC cable in the sanctuary area. The
width will be 0.45 meters up to 1.65 meters depth. The cable alignment will be suitably
diverted to avoid cutting of trees and laid within the road land boundary by excavating
the narrow trench of 90 cm width which will be reinstated to its original condition. The
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total area required is 0.585 ha out of which 0.351 ha is Protected Area.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) 2% of the proportionate cost of the project inside the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife
Sanctuary and within 10 km from its boundary will be deposited by the User Agency
in the account of Rajasthan Protected Areas Conservation Society (RPACS) for
wildlife conservation and mitigation works.
(2) No work shall be done before sunrise and after sunset in the Protected Area.
(3) No material of any kind should be extracted from the Protected Area.
(4) No tree shall be cut during the work in the protected Area.
(5) There will be no labourers’ camping within 1 km of the Protected Area boundary.
(6) There will be no blasting within 1 km of the Protected Area boundary.
(7) The waste material generated should be disposed outside the Protected Area by the
User Agency.
(8) The user agency and project personnel will comply with the provisions of the Wildlife
(Protection) Act, 1972.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(13)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 9.1904 ha of forest land in Thally RF
of Jawalagiri Range in Hosur Forest Division for
construction of Dharmapuri-Madhugiri 765 KV S/C
transmission line in Thally Reserve Forest,
Jwalagiri Range, Hosur Division under Cauvery
North Wildlife Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-66/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Tamil Nadu
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 504.3348 sq. km 3302-35 ha in Thalli RF
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
9.1904 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
NIL
8 Name of the applicant agency Power Grid NM Transmission Ltd. (A fully owned
subsidiary of Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd,
A Govt. of India Enterprise under Ministry of
Power)
9 Total number of tree to be felled Felling of 196 nos. of spontaneously grown trees of
natural origin.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary and
the diversion proposal included or
not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal through Circulation
Resolution.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The proposed Dharmapuri (Salem)-Madhugiri 765 kv S/C line is a part of Transmission
system associated with Independent Power Producers (IPPs) Generation Projects in
Nagapattinam/Cuddalore Area. The project is one of the High Capacity Transmission
Corridors, being planned and is a part National Grid, Transmitting bulk power across the
regions.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The species found in the sanctuary are elephant, wild boar, leopard, spotted deer, barking
deer, sambar, four-horned antelope, black-naped hare, common langur, bonnet macaque,
etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
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The Chief Wildlife Warden in part-IV of the application form has mentioned that the
project site falls in Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary. It has been enumerated that a total
number of 196 trees of spontaneous growth to be removed due to laying the proposed
transmission line. There is diversion of 9.1904 ha forestland for the proposed activity:
1 Distance of transmission to be laid Length:1436 M Width:67 M
2 Power line conductor 21 M
3 Nos. of towers to be constructed 4 Nos
4 Capacity of the transmission line 250 MW
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) The project proponent is requested to contribute under corporate social responsibilities
(CSR) in the interest of Cauvery North Wildlife Sanctuary.
(2) Considering the safety measures the project proponent may be directed to provide
proper fencing around the tower area or EPT wherever necessary and as directed by
District Forest Officer.
(3) The project proponent shall submit an undertaking stating that no disturbance will be
caused to the wildlife during project implementation.
(4) The project proponent shall submit an undertaking that the trees to be cleared due to
this project the same will be handed over to Forest Department as directed by the
District Forest Officer.
(5) Any other condition stipulated by the Conservator of Forests/District Forest Officer
shall be allowed.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(14)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 0.0533 ha of forest land from Son
Gharial WLS and 0.5973 ha in Sanjay Dubari
Sanctuary under Sanjay TR for construction of
Intake Well in Banas River near Parsili in and
overhead water tank at Badkadol along with laying
of 8456 meter underground pipeline for water supply
scheme of 31 villages of Majhuli block in Sidhi
district, Madhya Pradesh
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Son Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary & Sanjay Dubari
Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-27/2016 WL
4 Name of the State Madhya Pradesh
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 209.21 sq.km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Son Ghariyal Sanctuary : 0.0533 ha
Sanjay Tiger : 0.5973 ha
Total area : 0.6506 ha
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
20.227 ha
8 Name of the applicant agency M.P. Jal Nigam Nigam Maryadit (A Govt. of
Madhya Pradesh Undertaking)
9 Total number of tree to be felled No clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 11th
August 2015.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Diversion of 0.0533 ha of forest land from Son Gharial WLS and 0.5973 ha in Sanjay
Dubari Sanctuary under Sanjay Tiger Reserve for construction of Intake Well in Banas
River near Parsili in and overhead water tank at Badkadol along with laying of 8456 meter
underground pipeline for water supply scheme of 31 villages of Majhuli block in Sidhi
district, Madhya Pradesh.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The species found in the sanctuary are gharial, muggar crocodile, smooth-coated Otter,
striped hyaena, indian wolf, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The proposed construction of intake well near Parsiti in Banas river for water supply
scheme of 31 villages of Majhauli block in Sidhi district is in Son Gharial Wildlife
Sanctuary whereas the overhead water tank is in Sanjay Dubri Wildlife Sanctuary of
Sanjay Tiger Reserve. This is necessary for meeting the increased demand of water.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal.
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15 Comments of Ministry
NTCA has recommended the proposal with the following observations:
(1) Son Gharial Sanctuary is one of the few places in the world where critically
endangered Gharial. Indian Skimmer and endangered Softshell Turtle are found. A
total of 209.21 km of river with width of 200 m of the river bank on either side are
protected. The Water impoundments on the Son include the Bansagar Dam, Indrapuri
Barrage and Dehri Anicut. Construction of dams at Bansagar, Gulabsagar, allotment
of water from these rivers to various industrial units, irrigation purposes and rural and
urban water supplies have already led to the reduction in water availability for the
wildlife in the Sanctuary.
(2) Flow of water within the sanctuary reduces drastically during the lean seasons
disrupting the connectivity of various pools and undermining their breeding. The
proposed intake well within the sanctuary may further deplete the water availability.
(3) The “Assessment of minimum water flow requirements of Chambal River in the
context of Gharial and Gangetic Dophin conservation” conducted by the WII in 2011
categorically states the any further withdrawal of water from Chambal river and its
tributaries will seriously affect the Gharial, the wildlife and other ecosystem service
values of the river. This necessitates a scientific study of ecological water flow in
these rivers to determine the requirement to wildlife so as to control diversion of
water from the rivers forming the sanctuary.
(4) In the above context, information on how much water will be used where the intake
well will be situated: quantum of water usage by wildlife and local communities;
specific wildlife management plan for water utilization by wildlife in the sanctuary
are needed for assessing their impacts on Gharial and other endangered species in the
sanctuary and for suggesting necessary mitigation measures.
(5) Currently, only two GPS coordinates for (i) intake well in Son Gharial WLS and (ii)
overhead tank construction within Sanjay Dubri Tiger Reserve has been provided.
This is not adequate for assessing the proposal in relation to the tiger distribution and
or movement in the area. The WII has requested to send the detailed proposal with
submission of the map (shape file of the project area).
(6) Precise alignment of the public road through Sanjay Dubri TR parallel to which the
underground pipeline will be constructed in not presently known. Without this, its
impact on tiger movement cannot be evaluated.
(7) Details of tree felling and undergrowth clearance for construction of the pipeline
within Sanjay Dubri Tiger Reserve may also be communicated.
(8) User agency may be requested to furnish the deficient information.
The Standing Committee my like to take a view on the proposal.
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(15)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 96.65 ha (Reduced from 131.67 ha) in
Muthinakoppa Minor Forest & Aramballi State Forest
in Koppa Division for construction of a irrigation
canal under the Bhadra Upper Project Package-I,
Karnataka Neeravari Nigam Limited, Division-1,
Gajanur Shivamogga, Karnataka.
&
Diversion of 110.10 ha of forest land (reduced from
186.42 ha) in Bhadravathi Division for the
construction of a lift irrigation canal under the Upper
Bhadra Project Package-II, (lifting of water from
Bhadra Tiger Reserve at Ajjampura delivery
Chamber) B R Project, Bhadravathi, Karnataka.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary/Tiger Reserve
3 File No. 6-186/2016 WL
4 Name of the State Karnataka
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 500.0007 sq.km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
96.65 ha Muthinakoppa Minor Forest
An area of 14 ha and 50.474 ha is required for Upper
Bhadra Project, Package-II in Bhadra Wildlife
Sanctuary/TR and in the area of ESZ respectively.
However this project required an extent 110.10 ha
(68.64+41.46 ha) for diversion of forest area in
Tyadgadabgi, Chikkatur Gurupura mines forest and
State Forest.
110.10 ha Bhadravathi Division
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
93.07 ha
8 Name of the applicant agency Karnataka Neeravari Nigam Ltd.
9 Total number of tree to be felled Clearing of vegetation in forest land of an extent of
96.95 ha in Muthinakoppa Minor Forest & Aramballi
State Forest is required.
Clearing of vegetation for excavation of canal is
required. i.e., Kundru MF= 14.00 ha (34.58 acres)
inside Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary/Tiger Reserve
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 31st
August 2016.
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12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The proposed Upper Bhadra Project envisages irrigation facilities for 1,07,265 ha of
Chikkamagaluru and Chitradurga districts and Drinking water facilities to parched areas of
Chitradurga district, Tumkur and Kolar Districts. 14.00 ha of land required for Upper
Bhadra Project which is located within boundary of existing Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary at
the periphery.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The proposal indicates the presence of tiger, leopard, elephant, wild dog, sloth bear, gaur,
sambar, deer, flying squirrel, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the condition that the
revised mitigation plan be prepared by the user agency in consultation with the Forest
Department, Wildlife Expert and the concerned, etc., and implemented as per the
resolution of the State Board for Wildlife. The site specific conditions if any as
imposed/suggested by the jurisdictional officers shall have to be adhered to by the user
agency.
15 Comments of Ministry
The Ministry of Environment and Forest has accorded Environmental Clearance vide
No.1-12011/7/2009-IA.I, dated 05.01.2010.
Recommendations of the NTCA are as given below:
(1) Considering the significance of the landscape pertaining to tigers distribution/dispersal,
leopards, elephants and other endangered species; it is recommended to propose
retrofitting canal systems by closed conduit at ground level for UBP canals passing
within the boundaries of Bhadra TR. Though initial installation of such underground
pipeline system would demand slightly higher financial investment and technological
skills, the benefits for irrigation would be much greater in comparison to traditional
open canal system with little loss of water by evaporation and seepage, low
maintenance cost, long life, flexible to operate, less soil erosion and utilization of the
maintenance cost for some other purposes such as plantations etc.
(2) Although the UBP aims at diversion of water from Bhadra reservoir only during the
monsoon (June to October), however, large scale water abstraction for irrigation and
drinking purposes might have severe repercussions on water availability within the
river and survival of endangered species living therein. It is recommended to have
rigorous monitoring of this large scale water abstraction by the user agency and
concerned forest authorities.
(3) Moreover, the following mitigatory measures are also recommended so as to ensure
compliance during implementation of the UBP within Bhadra TR:
(i) The legal status of the forest land shall remain unchanged and the implementation
of the project should be in strict adherence to all the mitigation measures suggested
by (a) the Regional Empowered Committee, MoEF&CC Regional office (SZ)
Bengaluru and (b) Karnataka Forest Department in the revised Wildlife
Management and Mitigation plan for Upper Bhadra lift irrigation scheme.
(ii) The Irrigation pipeline passing through the Tiger Reserve should be at 1-2 meter
depth under soil (depending upon the rock profile) and should be covered with
native vegetation (plantation is to be carried at the cost of user agency).
(iii)The user agency should ensure minimal disturbances to the forest during the
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construction phase. These include controlled blasting during daytime while
absolutely needed, no construction work at night, no night labourer’s camp within
the forest, dumping of the construction debris should be outside the forest
boundaries, monitoring of labourers for extraction of any forest product etc.
(iv) Local FRO should ensure that no additional tree (beyond permitted) is felled
during the construction of the UBP canals within the Tiger Reserve.
(v) An old canal is also running in parallel to the proposed packaged II alignment of
UBO up to some distance. Cross over bridges, culvets, super passages (see
Glossary of green smart infrastructure) etc. at regular intervals (30 meter wide at
every 400 meter intervals) need to be constructed over this canal (as long as it
passes through the WLS or ESZ) for permitting unhindered animal movements.
The precise locations of these structures should be decided in consultation with
local DFOs & Field Director at site where wildlife crossing is likely to happen.
(vi) The old canal may get filled with water during the rainy season and in order to
avoid accidental animal mortality by drowning, ramps of about 6 meter could be
constructed at an interval of every 500 meter.
(vii) Chain link fencing should be avoided as much as possible since it is likely to
fragment the habitat and disrupt animal movements. Construction of the water
holes near the proposed canal along the entire length of both the packages should
be cautiously planned as those structures will attract animals to approach near the
canal and may escalates conflicts.
(viii) The State Govt. shall charge the Net Present Value of the forest land proposed
for diversion from the user agency as per Hon’ble Supreme Court of India’s order
numbers IA 826 and 566 (dated 28.03.2008 and 09.05.2008) related to a Writ
Petition (Civil) No 202/1995.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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42.4.2 PROPOSALS FOR TAKING UP ACTIVITIES WITHIN 10 KM FROM THE
BOUNDARIES OF PROTECTED AREAS.
The list of proposals for taking up non-forestry activities within Protected Areas is as follows.
Fact sheets are at ANNEXURE 42.4.2 (Page No. 51 - 74)
S.No. State F .No. Subject
1 Assam 6-55/2017 WL Proposal for Dirok Field Development Phase I & II for
re-entry and completion of existing well,
commissioning of Gas Gathering Station (GGS) and
Gas procession plant (GPP) and laying of underground
gas pipeline in the Dirok field in onshore block AAP-
ON-94/1, Tinsukia District, Assam by the Hindustan
Oil Exploration Company Ltd. (HOECL) (Pg No. 54,
55, 56).
2 Assam 6-38/2017 WL Proposal for Dirok Field Development Phase-III for
drilling wells, development exploratory wells,
commissioning of Gas Gathering Station (GGS) and
Gas Processing Plant (GPP) and laying of underground
gas pipeline in the Dirok Field in onshore block AAP-
94/1, Tinsukia District, Assam by Hindustan Oil
Exploration Company Ltd (HOECL) (Pg No. 57, 58).
3 Assam 6-67/2017 WL Four laning work from km 0 to km 17.3 of NH-37A in
the State of Assam (Pg No. 59, 60).
4 Andaman &
Nicobar
6-72/2017 WL Proposal for Wildlife clearance for creation of
Infrastructure Facilities for Strategic Surveillance
System at Rutlannd Island by Programme AD, DRDO,
Hyderabad (Pg No. 61, 62, 63).
5 Rajasthan 6-29/2017 WL Proposal for Tanmay Dhyata Steel Concast Ltd. for
establishment of industrial unit for manufacturing of
TMT bars and wire rod at khasra no.360, 361, 362,
1848/1759/687 and 364/1 in village Mandana, Tehsil
Ladpura, District Kota within 10 km from the boundary
of Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary, Mukundra National Park
and Mukundra Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan (Pg No. 64,
65).
6 Uttarakhand 6-125/2016 WL Proposal for Collection of Sand/Bajri/Boulder from
River Jakhan Lot No. 13/2 Area 92.652 ha District–
Dehradun, Uttarakhand (Pg No. 66, 67).
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7 Uttarakhand 6-146/2016 WL Proposal for Garh Roshanabad Sand mining project
(area 11.883 ha) from river Rao, District Hardwar,
Uttarakhand of M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Ltd.,
Dehradun, Uttarakhand (Pg No.68, 69).
8 Uttarakhand 6-147/2016 WL Proposal for Sand, Bajri & Boulder mining project in
an area 32.208 ha falls at distance of 6 km from Rajaji
National Park, village Ajeetpur, District-Hardwar,
Uttarakhand of M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd
(Pg No. 70, 71).
9 Uttarakhand 6-165/2016 WL Proposal for collection of Sand/Bajri/boulder from river
Banjarewala area 51.02 ha falls at a distance of 2 km
from Rajaji National Park, District-Haridwar,
Uttarakhand by M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam
Ltd., Dehradun, Uttarakhand (Pg No. 72, 73).
10 Uttarakhand 6-12/2017 WL Proposal for collection of minor minerals from the river
bed of river Nandhor (an area of 468.00 ha) district
Nainital and Udhamsingh Nagar to channelize the
natural course of river and protect river banks and
adjoining forest and habitat for flood, Uttarakhand (Pg
No. 74,75)
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(1)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for Dirok Field Development Phase I & II
for re-entry and completion of existing well,
commissioning of Gas Gathering Station (GGS) and
Gas procession plant (GPP) and laying of
underground gas pipeline in the Dirok field in
onshore block AAP-ON-94/1, Tinsukia District,
Assam by the Hindustan Oil Exploration Company
Ltd.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-55/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Assam
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 111.19 sq. km.
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil. N No forest, Sanctuary/National Park land would be
required for the proposed project. The drill site
(approximately 2.3 ha) and Dirok GGS (0.06 ha) will
be constructed at existing Dirok-4Plinth on Tea
Garden land. The land will be taken for long term
lease from the tea estate. The GPP of area 6 ha would
be constructed in agricultural land at Golai.
Approximately 2 m Right of Use (ROU) will be
taken from concerned land owners for laying and
maintenance of pipeline.
The proposed facilities are not located within the
Dehing-Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary, however, located
within 10 km of the WLS.
(1)Nearest component of the proposed project is a
well located at 0.8 km from the boundary of
Wildlife Sanctuary.
(2)Proposed Gas Processing Plant is planned to be
located at Golai Village, about 8.5 km from the
boundary of the Wildlife Sanctuary.
(3)Flaring will be done at existing Gas Gathering
Plant at Kusijan village, about 9.8 km from
Wildlife Sanctuary and beyond proposed ESZ.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant agency Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd
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9 Total number of tree to be felled Construction of three proposed new drill sites would
require clearance of Tea bushes and shed trees.
Permission from forest department would be
obtained in case tree felling is required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Map is enclosed
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 9th
September 2015 and 20th
September 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Proposed Phase wise Actions:
Phase I: Re-entry will be done at the existing wells, GGS will be constructed at the
premises of an existing well site (DRK-4) and 19.55 km long, 4” diameter underground
pipeline will be laid from well location to existing Oil India Ltd operated GGS at Kusijan.
To put well into production, test flaring is required to be done. Due to proximity of Dehing
Patkai WLS, test flaring will be avoided near the wells, by flowing the gas through this
pipeline and flaring it using existing infrastructure available in Kusijan GGS. Out of the
19.55 km pipeline, 4.5 km pipeline (before entering Kusijan GGS) passes through forest
land.
Phase II: To drill three new production wells in Dirok field and construct a Gas
Processing Plant at Golai at a distance of about 8.5 km from the Dehing Patkai Wildlife
Sanctuary and outside the proposed ESZ of the Wildlife Sanctuary. In second phase, 14.55
km long, 12” diameter underground pipeline will be laid from GGS at DRK-4 to Golai
GPP. Another 10” diameter, 5 km pipeline will be laid from Golai GPP to Kusijan GGS.
Both of these pipelines will follow the ROU of the 4” diameter, 5.5 km underground
pipeline will be laid from Golai Gpp to Digboi IOCL refinery, to carry oil condensate from
GPP to refinery. The proposed wells, pipelines, GGS and GPP sites were selected based
on environmental consideration viz, location of sensitive ecological habitats, settlements,
schools/hospitals, water bodies etc. Primarily, agricultural land and tea garden areas were
selected for current development activity.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The species found in the Dehing-Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary are Tiger, Elephant, Black
Panther, Hoolock Gibbon, Leopard, Great Indian Civet, Slow Loris, Pangolin etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The proposal involves activities to be undertaken in Phase-I & II and includes three
existing wells, 3 proposed wells, one Gas Gathering Station (GSS) at Dirok site and one
Gas Processing Plant (GPP) is proposed at Golai.
The site of wells and GSS is located in the Dirok Tea Estate. 2 Existing wells are within 1
km distance from Dehing-Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary. One existing well, three new wells
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and the GGS are located within 2 Km distance from the WLS.
The proposal is recommended except for Gas Processing Plant at Golai with following
conditions:
(1) Effective measures against noise and light pollution,
(2) Effective management of effluent, solid and liquid waste and organic waste material
generated.
(3) Reclamation of ground cleared, ponds/ditches/drains and leveling of land.
(4) Capping of wells.
Establishment of GPP at Golai is not recommended as the site may infringe elephant
corridor. It needs mention that animal corridor is loosely defined area and cannot be
exactly demarcated on ground. The Golai elephant corridor is already, fragmented due to
human settlement. Industrial intrusion and coming up of other socio-economic activities
that may result may aggravate the problem to irreversible proportion. Since these activities
are long term activities and area located close to the Dehing Patkai WLS within its ESZ,
impact of activities on wildlife needs to be analyzed by an expert group.
The Expert Committee formed by SBWL members visited the site along with Divisional
Forest Officer, Digboi Division who is also the in-charge of Dehing Patkai WLS and
Conservator of Forests, Eastern Assam Circle of Jorhat and opined that the proposed
activity will not have any major impact on wildlife habitats and surrounding environment.
The Chief Wildlife Warden, Assam has also agreed with their view and recommended the
proposal subject to the conditions and mitigation measures stipulated by the Expert
Committee and Divisional Forest Officer, Digboi Division.
15. Comments of Ministry
The proposal for use of 2.3 ha of Dirok Tea Estate land falling within 10 km from the
boundary of Dehing-Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary for drilling of appraisal well, Assam by
M/s Hindustan Oil Corporation Ltd has been recommended by the Standing Committee of
NBWL in its 34th
Meeting held on 2nd
June 2015.
(1) Project site was mentioned as located 1.5 km away from Dehing Patkai Wildlife
Sanctuary.
(2) Further, this recommendation was for drilling appraisal wells.
(3) It is not clear how two appraisal wells were drilled within 1 km of the protected area
by the User Agency.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(2)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for Dirok Field Development Phase III for
drilling wells, development exploratory wells,
commissioning of Gas Gathering Station (GGS) and
Gas Processing Plant (GPP) and laying of
underground gas pipeline in the Dirok Field in
onshore block AAP-94/1, Tinsukia District, Assam
by Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd.
(HOECL).
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-38/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Assam
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 111.19 sq. km.
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil. N The proposed facilities are not located within the
Dehing-Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary, however, located
within 10 km of the WLS.
(1) Nearest component of the proposed project is a
well located at 0.3 km from Dehing Patkai
WLS.
(2) Proposed gas processing unit is planned to be
located at Golai Village, about 8.5 km from the
boundary of the WLS.
(3) Flaring will be done at existing Gas Gathering
Plant at Kusijan village, about 9.8 km from
Wildlife Sanctuary and beyond proposed ESZ.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant agency Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd. (HOECL)
9 Total number of tree to be felled No clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Map is enclosed
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 9th
September 2015 and 20th
September 2016.
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12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Dirok field development is proposed to be undertaken in three phases. Proposal for
seeking recommendation of Standing Committee of NBWL for Phase-I & II has already
been made (vide proposal No. FP/AS/IND/13943/2015 dated 17th
July 2015). The current
proposal is for seeking recommendation of SCNBWL for Phase-III. The Dirok
Development Phase-III, involve drilling of 05 development wells and 06 exploratory
wells, commissioning of associated facilities such as GGS and laying of pipeline to
evacuate the gas from GGS etc Sub surface oil/gas reservoir predicted to be located
partially in the WLS and partly in the area immediately adjoining WLS, so, surface well
locations selected outside the WLS on non-forest surface locations-to avoid any direct
impact on the WLS and also minimize possible impact on the ESZ. Production facilities
(required for gathering, processing and evacuation of oil/gas) other than the wells are
however planned to locate sufficiently away from the WLS and again on non-forest land.
All the proposed wells fall within the 5 km area from the boundary of Patkai Dehing WLS.
While selecting the pipeline route, alternative route was also examined and found that
route-1 was passing through Burhing River and few of the human settlements. The route
which is selected and marked as route-2 passes through teagarden involves very minimum
settlements and also shorter in length comparatively. Considering these facts pipeline,
route 2 was selected and proposed to evacuate the gas.
The project requires 26.4 ha of tea garden/agricultural land, of which 2 ha is required for
each development/exploratory well, thus totaling 22 ha for 11 wells. Additional land of 4.4
ha is required for pipeline from GGs to tie-in with existing pipeline.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The species found in the Dehing-Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary are tiger, elephant, black
panther, hoolock gibbon, leopard, great Indian civet, slow loris, pangolin, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The proposal consist activities to be undertaken in phase-III which includes 5 development
wells, 6 exploratory wells and one GGS at North Dirok and connecting pipeline. These
activities will require 26.4 ha of non-forestland. The facilities will be located at a distance
varying from 0.31 km to 2.63 km in the ESZ of Dehing-Patkai WLS. The Chief Wildlife
Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) Effective measures against noise and light pollution.
(2) Effective management of effluent, solid and liquid waste and organic waste material
generated.
(3) Reclamation of ground cleared, ponds/ditches/drains and leveling of land.
(4) Capping off wells.
(5) Taking into consideration the project activities in all the three phases, their cumulative impact
on wildlife needs to be analyzed as development wells, gas gathering station and gas
processing plant are long term activities. Thus an expert group may be constituted for the
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purpose consisting of experts from WII, Dehradun, expert from Assam and one NGO besides
two officers from Forest Department. The group will analyze likely impact and recommend
mitigation measures.
15 Comments of Ministry
The proposal for Dirok Field Development Phase I & Phase II has not been received for
consideration of SCNBWL. The proposal for use of 2.3 ha of Dirok Tea Estate land falling
within 10 km from the boundary of Dehing-Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary for drilling of
appraisal well, Assam by M/s Hindustan Oil Corporation Ltd has been recommended by
the Standing Committee of NBWL in its 34th
Meeting held on 2nd
June 2015.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(3)
1 Name of the Proposal Four laning work from km 0 to km 17.3 of NH-37A in the
State of Assam
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Adjacent to 6th
addition to Kaziranga National Park and
Laokhowa Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-67/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Assam
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 88443.604 ha
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
6 ha of Bhomoraguri reserve forest
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
NIL
8 Name of the applicant
agency
National Highways and Infrastructure Development
Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), Guwahati
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
No clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the diversion
proposal included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The SBWL has recommended the proposal in its 9th
meeting held on 20th
September 2014.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
This is a four laning work of Road between km 0 to km 17.3 of NH-37A in the state of
Assam. An area of 6.0 ha land of the forest land, 10 km away from the boundary of PA is
required for the diversion in Bhomoraguri reserve forest for construction and widening of
existing road and the approaches of the proposed new Brahmaputra bridge parallel to
existing bridge for making it four-lane configuration. The proposed four lanning project
will reduce the traffic on NH37 crossing Kaziranga National Project. The proposed
widening of Bhomaraguri bridge may affect the mitigation pattern of wildlife from
Kaziranga National Park to Orang tiger reserve via Laokhowa-Burachapori wildlife
sanctuary however overall four lanning of NH-37 shall not cause any adverse impact
directly.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The proposed area is frequently visited by the wild animals namely one-horned Rhinoceros,
wild buffalo, swamp deer, tigers, Asiatic elephant, flyway, etc., as being the adjacent to
their habitat. Kaziranga National park is known for its success in the conservation of rare,
threatened and charismatic species.
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14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Sonitput District specially the area through which the proposed four lane road is
passing highly prone to elephant depredation. The 6th
Addition to the Kaziranga National
Park is in the east and Burhachapori/Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary is the west of the
proposed road, hence movement of wild animal in the area is common phenomenon. Thus
the user agency shall provide a reasonable amount to the PCCF, WL & CWLW, Assam as
Corpus fund, which will be kept in Bank as a fixed deposit and accrued interest will be
utilized for Wildlife Conservation and conflict mitigation activities.
15 Comments of Ministry
The proposed four lanning road on existing two laned NH shall reduce the traffic in NH37A
and is shall not any adverse impact on Kaziranga National Park and Laokhowa Burachapori
Wildlife Sanctuary. The distance of the proposed project 10 km from the boundary of the
PA.
NTCA has communicated their observations and recommendations vide letter dated 7-22/2017-
NTCA dated 15th May 2017. The proposed project shall reduce the traffic on NH-37 (by passing the
Kaziranga National Park). Considering the observations and the larger public interest, the proposal
is recommended subject to the strict adherence to the following mitigation strategies:
(1) The user agency should seek necessary forest clearance permission from the Ministry of
Environment, forest and Climate Change, GoI and appropriate NPV applicable be deposited for
the forestland proposed for diversion as per Hon’ble Supreme Court of India’s Order number IA
826 and 566 (dated 28.03.2008 and 09.05.2008) related to a Writ Petition (Civil) No. 202/1995.
(2) We submit that the entire stretch of highway passing through the Bhumraguri Reserve Forests
should be made as an elevated road allowing the free passage for wild animals’ movement under
it. The specification details of such alignment should be as per the guide viz., Eco-friendly
Measures to Mitigate Impacts of Linear Infrastructure of WII. The user agency should consult
NTCA, WII and Field Director, Kaziranga Tiger Reserve for confirming the design, dimensions
of this alignment prior to commencement of their constitution.
(3) Sign posts warning about movements of wild animals should also be placed at regular intervals
along the widened road.
(4) The bridge across the Bharamputra need to be retrofitted with sound and light barriers to
facilitate the movement of wild animals viz., Rhinos, elephants, tigers, wild buffaloes which
regularly move between Kaziranga and Orang Tiger Reserve under this bridge and traffic light,
sound would act as barriers.
(5) Assam forest Department should ensure that user agency should strictly adhere to the mitigation
measures suggested herein this report before the road upgradation project implemented.
(6) Legal status of NH-37A passing through the stretch of Bhumragiri Reserve forest should remain
unchanged and no further widening proposal of this stretch should be permitted in future.
(7) CCTV enabled check post needs to be constructed on NH-37A at Tinyalimor road junction for
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regular monitoring of vehicles and control of traffic during emergency situations so as to have
effective checks and control to prevent wildlife/forest crime cases.
(8) Attempts should be made that minimal trees are cut for road widening, Local RFO and frontline
staff should strictly monitor this.
(9) Construction work should be during daytime (7 AM – 5 PM) and no night camp of labourers
and contractor / user agency officials inside the forest should be allowed. User agency should
also monitor that no labourer get involved in extracti0on of products. Local RFO and forest staff
should pay regular and sudden visit to the construction sites for monitoring these.
(10) Use of heavy earth moving vehicles should be made as minimum as possible since they are
like to create substantial noise pollution in the area.
(11) Construction material (including top soil) should be procured from outside the forest area.
The debris should be dumped outside the forest or could also be used in constructing the road
underneath the flyovers for Departmental use (patrol, wildlife tourism, etc.).
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(4)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for Wildlife clearance for creation of Infrastructure
Facilities for Strategic Surveillance System at Rutlannd
Island by Programme AD, DRDO, Hyderabad
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
3 File No. 6-72/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Andaman & Nicobar Islands
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 281.50 ha
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Diversion of 49.978 Acres of forest land of which 0.84
Acres of land within Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
and 49.138 Acres reserve forest falling within ESZ, 10 km
away from Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
0.428 ha has been diverted in 2007 for construction of
pipelines, sump and pump house for transportation water
from Rutland to Dhanikari dam purposes.
8 Name of the applicant
agency
Programme AD, DRDO, Hyderabad
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
Yes clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the diversion
proposal included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The SBWL has recommended the proposal in its 9th
meeting held on 08.03.2017.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
A part of the Phase II of the Programme AD, radars, missiles and communication systems are
being realized to intercept long range missiles. This radar along with Ship Borne Radar will be
used to test and validate interceptions of Long Range Ballistic Missiles. This radar shall also
be used to provide the surveillance coverage for the east of India.
0.84 Acres falling within the park is required for developing following structures:
(i) Jetty with Guard room : 0.617 Acres
(ii) Water pump : 0.05 Acres
(iii) Road measuring 100 mtr L X 7 mtr W : 0.173 Acres
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49.138 Acres falling under ESZ is required for developing following structures:
Built up area : 22.01 Acres
(i) Radar hard standing : 21.00 Acres
(ii) Administration building : 0.074 Acres
(iii) Power station : 0.111 Acres
(iv) Underground POL : 0.012 Acres
(v) Area for RTS device : 0.100 Acres
(vi) Scientist accommodation : 0.371 Acres
(vii) NGOs accommodation : 0.371 Acres
(viii) DSC accommodation : 0.062 Acres
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The park is home to birds like white-bellied sea eagle, parakeets, Andaman teal, heron, terns,
waders, swifts, etc. Rich marine life consists of variety of coral reefs, colourful fishes,
molluscs, shells, starfish, turtles, salt-water crocodile, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The proposed project is 10 km away from Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park. The
CWLW recommended the proposal with the following mitigation measures:
(1) No objection certificate from the APWD implementing agency for water harvesting
project for supply of water to Port Blair and South Andaman based on the Scientific
Study along with the Recommendations of the Study regarding permission to the DRDO
project and regarding measures, is any to be taken up to mitigate impact of the project
shall be submitted by the user agency along with an undertaking to comply with the
recommendations.
(2) Specific marine and terrestrial wildlife conservation plan shall be prepared and
implemented by the park Manager, Deputy Conservator of Forests, Wildlife I at the
project site.
(3) The Provision of Guard Room kept in the project should be established at 11.100 km
from RM point instead of 0.10 km at RM point as a Forest Camp already exist at this
location.
(4) Project authority should take necessary precautions by placing essential deflectors and
anti-radiation screens around satellite antennas to reduce the impact of radiation on
biodiversity in the proposed area.
(5) Vessels/boats used for construction should use the approved route for navigation and
larger vessel should enter into the National Park only during high tide.
(6) Minimum number of vehicles should be used inside Rutland Island during constructional
and operational phase of the project.
(7) The nature of the diverted forest land shall remain same.
(8) The project authority should take necessary permission from CWLW while entering into
waters of Marine National Park while approaching Rutland Island.
(9) Project authority should provide fuel/fire wood required for road making, cooking
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purpose for the labourers involved in infrastructure development. No forest material of
fire wood should be collected from forest area.
(10) No effluent or domestic sewage (liquid or solid waste) shall be disposed into the sea or
nearby forest area.
(11) The implementing agency will ensure that the natural drainage of the locality are not
disturbed due to construction of road and other infrastructure and the dugout soil are
stabilized in a proper way.
15 Comments of Ministry
As part of the phase II of the Programme AD, forest area is required to establish a strategic
Radar site in Rutland Island for test and evaluation of long range missile interceptions for
DRDO, Government of India.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(5)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for Tanmay Dhyata Steel Concast Ltd. for
establishment of industrial unit for manufacturing of TMT
bars and wire rod at khasra no.360, 361, 362,
1848/1759/687 and 364/1 in village Mandana, Tehsil
Ladpura, District Kota within 10 km from the boundary of
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary, Mukundra National Park and
Mukundra Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary, Mukundra National Park and
Mukundra Tiger Reserve
3 File No. 6-29/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Rajasthan
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area Dara WLS-239.77 & Mukandra NP-199.55 sq.km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil, the proposed site is 6.2 km away from the boundary
of Darra Wildlife Sanctuary, Mukundra Hills National
Park and Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve, Kota.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Not mentioned in the proposal
8 Name of the applicant
agency
Tanmay Dhyata Steel Concast Ltd.
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
Proposal indicates that no clearing of vegetation is
required.
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the diversion
proposal included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 20th
October 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The proposed unit of TMT Bars and Wire Road manufacturing through concast process is
coming up at 360, 361, 362, 1848/1759, 1759/687 and 364/1, village Mandana, Ladpura,
district Kota, Rajasthan., located at about 6.2 km away from the boundary of Darra Wildlife
Sanctuary, Mukundra Hills National Park and Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve, Kota.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The species found in the sanctuary are Panther, Sloth bear, Wolf, Leopard, Chinkara,
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Spotted deer, Wild boar, Antelope, Sambar, Jackal, Hyena, Jungle cat etc. Many species of
birds and reptiles are also found.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The proposal is for manufacturing of TMT Bars and Wire Rod in village Mandana, Ladpura
Kota. It is located 6.2 km from the boundary of Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary, Mukundra
National park and Mukundra Tiger Reserve (7.10 km from core area and 5.50 km from
buffer area). The total area is 4.62 ha which is duly converted for industrial purposes.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) 2% of the cost of the project will be deposited by the User Agency in the account of
Rajasthan Protected Areas Conservation Society (RPACS) for Wildlife Conservation
and mitigation works.
(2) No work shall be done before sunrise and after sunset in the Protected Area.
(3) No material of any kind should be extracted from the Protected Area
(4) No trees shall be cut during the work in the Protected Area.
(5) There will be no labour camping within 1 km of the Protected area boundary.
(6) There will be no blasting within 1 km of the Protected Area boundary.
(7) The waste material generated should be disposed outside the Protected Area by the
User Agency.
(8) The user agency and project personnel will comply with the provisions of the Wildlife
(Protection) Act, 1972.
(9) Green belt should be created on the periphery of project area by the User Agency.
15 Comments of Ministry
NTCA has mentioned that the proposed site is located in the revenue village and does not
form any part of Tiger Reserves and corridors and does not have presence of Tiger as per all
India Tiger estimation 2014. The NTCA has recommended the proposal vide letter no.7-
16/2017-NTCA dated 27th
April 2017 with the condition of compliance of the conditions
indicated by CWLW, Rajasthan and the provisions of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 by the
user agency.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(6)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for Collection of Sand/Bajri/Boulder from River
Jakhan Lot No. 13/2 Area 92.652 ha District–Dehradun,
Uttarakhand
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Rajaji National Park
3 File No. 6-125/2016 WL
4 Name of the State Uttarakhand
5 Whether proposal is sub-
judice
Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 819.54 sq. km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
NIL. The proposed site is only for picking of sand and
boulders from the river.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
658.8984 sq.km has been diverted since 1985 for various
development purposes.
8 Name of the applicant
agency
M/s. Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd., Dehradun,
Uttarakhand
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
No clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the
Sanctuary and the diversion
proposal included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The SBWL has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 06.02.2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The River Kakhan Lot No. 13/2 Sand, Bajri and boulder Mining Project (area 92.652
ha) involves collection of river bed materials. This is very essential to prevent widening of the
river bed due to the deposition of sediments which if not mined out will cause flooding,
damage to adjoining areas, destruction of life and property. This can only be prevented by
maintaining the river flow within the existing middle course of the river. In addition to this
production of minerals will benefit the state in the form of Royalty. The project will generate
direct and indirect employment opportunities for the people in nearby villages. Also the mine
management will initiate various soci-economic developments as a part of CSR activity in
nearby villages which will improve the socio-economic status of the area.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
It is an ideal tiger and leopard habitat. It the most important part of Shivalik Elephant
Reserve. This area provide habitat for wild boar, sambar, barking deer, spotted deer, goral,
king kobra,, etc. Rajai National Park is also home for more than 300 species of birds.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The proposed project is 2 km away from the northern boundary of the Rajaji National Tiger
Reserve. The project area is surrounded by agriculture landscape and no wildlife wildlife
habitat is observed nearby. The area does not fall within any corridor area or provide any
connectivity for wild animals to move from one from one forest patch/area other. Extraction
of RBM in this stretch is unlikely affect wildlife. As the project is in public interest, the
project is recommended subject to the conditions specified by the Director, Rajaji National
Park.
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15 Comments of Ministry
It was mentioned in the report of NTCA that the condition of only picking and no mechanized
extraction of minerals are proposed for strict compliance.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(7)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for Garh Roshanabad Sand mining project (area
11.883 ha) from river Rao, District-Hardwar, Uttarakhand
of M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Ltd., Dehradun,
Uttarakhand.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Rajaji Tiger Reserve
3 File No. 6-146/2016 WL
4 Name of the State Uttarakhand
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 819.54 sq. km.
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil. N Nil, the proposed site is 9 km away from Rajaji National
Park.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
.
8 Name of the applicant agency M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
No clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Map is enclosed
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 6th
February 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Garh Roshnabad Sand mining project, area 11.883 ha involves collection of river bed
materials.
(1) This is very essential to prevent widening of the riverbed due to the deposition of
sediments which if not mined out will cause flooding, damage to the adjoining areas,
destruction of life and property. This can only be prevented by maintaining the river flow
within the existing middle course of the river.
(2) In addition to this the production of minerals will benefit the state in the form Royalty.
(3) The project will generate direct and indirect employment opportunities for the people in
nearby villages.
(4) Also the mine management will initiate various socio-economic developments as a part of
CSR activity in nearby villages which will improve the socio-economic status in the area.
(5) This is very essential to prevent widening of the riverbed due to the deposition of
sediments which if not mined out will cause flooding, damage to the adjoining areas,
destruction of life and property.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
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It is an ideal tiger and leopard habitat. It the most important part of Shivalik Elephant
Reserve. This area provide habitat for wild boar, sambar, barking deer, spotted deer, goral,
king kobra, etc. Rajai National Park is also home for more than 300 species of birds.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended.
15 Comments of Ministry
NTCA has communicated their comments vide letter dated 7-35/2016 NTCA dated 28th
April
2017. The proposed site is located 9 Km away from the southern boundary of Rajaji Tiger
Reserve. The area is surrounded by agriculture landscape and no noticeable wildlife habitat is
observed nearby. The area does not fall within any corridor area or provide any connectivity
for wild animals to move from one patch of forest to the other. Extraction of RBM in this
stretch is unlikely to affect the wildlife of Rajaji Tiger Reserve.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(8)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for Sand, Bajri & Boulder mining project in an
area 32.208 ha falls at distance of 6 km from Rajaji
National Park, village Ajeetpur, District-Hardwar,
Uttarakhand of M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Rajaji Tiger Reserve
3 File No. 6-147/2016 WL
4 Name of the State Uttarakhand
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 819.54 sq. km.
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil. N Nil, the proposed site is 6 km away from Rajaji National
Park.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
.
8 Name of the applicant agency M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd
9 Total number of tree to be
felled
No clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Map is enclosed
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 6th
February 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Ajeetpur Sand, Bajri and Boulder Mining Project (Area: 32.208 Ha) involves collection of
river bed Materials.
(1) This is very essential to prevent widening of the riverbed due to the deposition of
sediments which if not mined out will cause flooding, damage to the adjoining areas,
destruction of life and property. This can only be prevented by maintaining the river flow
within the existing middle course of the river.
(2) In addition to this the production of minerals will benefit the state in the form Royalty.
(3) The project will generate direct and indirect employment opportunities for the people in
nearby villages.
(4) Also the mine management will initiate various socio-economic developments as a part of
CSR activity in nearby villages which will improve the socio-economic status in the area.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
It is an ideal tiger and leopard habitat. It the most important part of Shivalik Elephant
Reserve. This area provide habitat for wild boar, sambar, barking deer, spotted deer, goral,
king kobra, etc. Rajai National Park is also home for more than 300 species of birds.
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14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended.
15 Comments of Ministry
NTCA has communicated their comments vide letter dated 7-37/2016 NTCA dated 28th
April
2017
(1) The stretch of river Ganga downstream of Hardwar till Bhogpur forms an important
habitat for wildlife. This stretch of river Ganga receives very good congregation of
migratory water fowls viz., Rubby Shelduck and Bareheaded geese.
(2) Any extraction of river based materials from this stretch of river Ganga therefore needs
very careful examination keeping the wintering as well as breeding areas of waterfowl.
(3) A group of 6-7 bull elephants from Rajaji Tiger Reserve regularly cross the river Ganga
near Tehdi Pulia (in Shyampur Range of Hardwar FD) in order to gain access to the
water of river Ganga and possibly use the crop fields along the right bank of river Ganga
near Ajeetpur village.
(4) Extensive use of wild elephants of riverine islands in Ganga near Ajeetpur also warrants
a detailed investigation of elephant movement pattern in this stretch of river Ganga.
(5) The Jhilmil Jheel Conservation Reserve (diagonally) opposite to Ajeetpur village and
the grasslands of Amichand-Bhuria Sot-Nangal (opposite Bhogpur) form critical
habitats for the only population of endangered Swamp Deer in Uttarakhand. Any
proposal to extract sand and boulder from river Ganga should carefully examine its
impact on the Swamp deer population of the area.
(6) Any matter related to extraction of RBM in this stretch of river Ganga should follow the
directives of NGT.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(9)
Name of the Proposal Proposal for collection of Sand/Bajri/boulder from river
Banjarewala area 51.02 ha falls at a distance of 2 km
from Rajaji National Park, District-Haridwar,
Uttarakhand by M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd.,
Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Rajaji Tiger Reserve
3 File No. 6-165/2016 WL
4 Name of the State Uttarakhand
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 819.54 sq. km.
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil. N Nil, the proposed site is 2 km away from Rajaji National
Park.
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
658.8984 ha land area has been transferred since 1985 for
various development purposes.
8 Name of the applicant agency M/s Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd
9 Total number of tree to be felled No clearing of vegetation is required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Map is enclosed
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 6th
February 2016.
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The river Banjarewala Sand, bajri and Boulder Mining project (Area: 51.02 ha) involves
collection of river bed materials. This is very essential to prevent widening of the riverbed due
to the deposition of sediments which if not mined out will cause flooding, damage to the
adjoining areas, destruction of life and property. This can only be prevented by maintaining
the river flow within the existing middle course of the river. In addition to this the production
of minerals will benefit the state in the form Royalty. The project will generate direct and
indirect employment opportunities for the people in nearby villages. Also the mine
management will initiate various socio-economic developments as a part of CSR activity in
nearby villages which will improve the socio-economic status in the area.
Scientific picking of minor minerals from riverbed minimizes the land erosion dew to floods.
During minor minerals picking dust particles may pollute the air.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
It is an ideal tiger and leopard habitat. It the most important part of Shivalik Elephant Reserve.
This area provide habitat for wild boar, sambar, barking deer, spotted deer, goral, king kobra,
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etc. Rajaji National Park is also home for more than 300 species of birds.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the condition that only hand
picking should be allowed.
15 Comments of Ministry
NTCA has communicated their comments vide letter dated 7-40/2016 NTCA dated 28th
April
2017. It is mentioned that the proposed site is located 2 km away from the southern boundary
of Rajaji Tiger Reserve. The area is surrounded by agriculture landscape and no noticeable
wildlife habitat is observed nearby. The area does not fall within any corridor area or provide
any connectivity for wild animals to move from one patch of forest to the other.
Presence of few boulder-crushing units in the vicinity of the proposed site produce
considerable noise during the day that is clearly audible from Rajaji TR. Although manual
collection of sand/bajri/boulder itself may not produce the noise, it may give rise to
establishment of additional stone crusher units nearby. The aspect of noise pollution needs
careful consideration in this case.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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(10)
1 Name of the Proposal Proposal for collection of minor minerals from the river
bed of river Nandhor (an area of 468.00 ha) district
Nainital and Udhamsingh Nagar to channelize the
natural course of river and protect river banks and
adjoining forest and habitat for flood, Uttarakhand
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary
3 File No. 6-12/2017 WL
4 Name of the State Uttarakhand
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 269.95 sq.km
7(a) Area proposed for
diversion/Denotification
Nil. N NIL. The proposed site is 2.97 km away from Nandhaur
Wildlife Sanctuary
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant agency Uttarakhand Forest Development Corporation
9 Total number of tree to be felled No felling of trees is required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Yes
11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 7th
November 2016.
12. Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
Proposal for collection of minor minerals from the river bed of river Nandhor (an area of
468.00 ha) district Nainital and Udhamsingh Nagar to channelize the natural course of river
and protect river banks and adjoining forest and habitat for flood, Uttarakhand.
13. Rare and endangered species found in the area
The proposal indicates the presence of tiger, striped hyena, leopard cat, goral, serow,
mahseer, etc.
14. Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The project area consists of dry boulders in the river bed of Nandhor, Kailash and its
tributaries and apparently wildlife does not inhabitant in it.
The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following conditions:
(1) Collection of RBM will be restricted between sunrise and sunset.
(2) Explosives will not be used for extraction of RBM.
(3) No permanent structure will be allowed to be constructed.
(4) The employed labourers will be provided fuel wood by the project proponent to avoid use
of adjoining forest by them.
15. Comments of Ministry
It is mentioned in the proposal that Nandhaur wildlife Sanctuary forms a critical part of the
habitat of Tiger and has large population of tigers.
NTCA has communicated their observations and recommendations vide letter dated 7-
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12/2017 NTCA dated 4th
May 2017.
Observations
(1) The Nandhour Wildlife Sanctuary, comprising of 269.96 sq. km of forest area in
Haldwani & Champawat forest divisions of Uttarakhand is situated between Gola and
Sharda rivers, forms an important link for tigers from Corbett Tiger reserve to Pilibhit
Tiger reserve as well as Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve in Nepal.
(2) The permission to extract RBM from Nandhour River had been granted to Uttarakhand
forest Development Corporation for a period of 10 years from 2006 & since then, the
extraction of RBM had been regularly carried out in Nandhour River.
(3) The proposed site of extraction of RBM is located at 2.97 km from the boundary of
Nandhour Wildlife Sanctuary & four gates which are functional for exit of vehicles
carrying RBM are Chorgalia, Kadapani 1&2 and MBR thereby distributing the entire
proposed stretch of the river into three stretches viz., Stretch 1, 2 & 3. These stretches
are shown in the enclosed assessment report.
(4) The stretch one of Nandhour River between Machliban and Chorgalia- Jaulasal forest
road passes through the forest connectivity of Haldwani forst division and the functional
tiger corridor passes through this stretch which provides connectivity for movement of
tiger & elephants.
(5) The forest connectivity in the stretch 2 is broken due to Chorgalia settlement.
(6) The forest connectivity is intact in the stretch 3 having forests of Ransali range of Terai
forest division on the left bank & teak plantation of Kishanpur range of Terai East forest
division on the right bank of Nandhour river.
Recommendations
The extraction of RBM from the Nandhour river in the stretches 1& 3 will have detrimental
effect on tiger landscape conservation values. Therefore, the in view of the above
mentioned observations, the extraction of RBM in the stretch 1 & 3 is not recommended.
However, the extraction of RBM in the stretch 2 of the river (south of Chorgalia-Jaulasal
forest road till Kadapai 1 gate) is recommended after ensuring proper safeguards as
prescribed by CWLW, Uttarakhand and avoiding transportation through the forested
habitat.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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42.4.3. ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS
S.No. Agenda Item Action taken Category
ATR of 39th
SC NBWL
1 38.2.1.5 Proposal for use of 11.2680
ha land of Block No. 25 in Marine
Sanctuary for Laying for 2504 m.
long and 45 m wide Waste Water
Pipeline by Tata Chemicals Limited
(TCL), Gujarat
Proposal was recommended for
laying of ‘subterranean pipeline’ by
SC NBWL in its 39th meeting held
on 23rd
August 2016. The request of
user agency to replace
‘subterranean pipeline’ with
‘Trestel pipeline’.
The Standing Committee may
like to take a view on the
request.
Chemical
S.No. State F .No. Subject
1 Jharkhand 6-81/2017 WL Diversion of 1007.29 ha of forestland from Palamau Tiger
Reserve for construction of North Koel Reservoir Project,
Dist. Latehar, Jharkhand (Pg No. 77, 78, 79)
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(1)
1 Name of the Proposal Diversion of 1007.29 ha of forestland from Palamau
Tiger Reserve for construction of North Koel
Reservoir Project, Dist. Latehar, Jharkhand
2 Name of the protected Area
involved
Palamau Tiger Reserve (Mandal Dam)
3 File No. 6-81 /2017 WL
4 Name of the State Jharkhand
5 Whether proposal is sub-judice Not sub-judice
6 Area of the protected area 1129.93 sq.km
7(a) Area proposed for diversion/
Denotification S.No Name of
village
Forest
Area
(in ha)
Legal status of
Forest
1 Kutku 676.79 Protected forest
2 Bhajna 136.31 Protected Forest
notified as
Palamau WLS
3 Khura 16.17 Protected Forest
notified as
Palamau WLS
4 Khaira 3.43 Protected Forest
notified as
Palamau WLS
5 Mandal 3.43 Reserve Forest
notified as
Buffer area of
palamau TR
6 Meral 126.13 Reserve Forest
notified as
Buffer area of
Palamau TR
7 Saneya
(Jungle
Jhar)
45.03 Deemed Forest
Total 1007.29
7(b) Area so far diverted from the
protected area(s)
Nil
8 Name of the applicant agency Water Resources Department, Govt. of Jharkhand.
9 Total number of tree to be felled Proposal indicates that no clearing of vegetation is
required.
10 Maps depicting the Sanctuary
and the diversion proposal
included or not
Yes
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11 Recommendation of State Board for Wildlife
The State Board for Wildlife has recommended the proposal in its meeting held on 26th
April 2017
12 Brief justification on the proposal as given by the applicant agency
The present proposal is for the diversion of forest land for North Koel Reservoir Project.
The project was conceived in 1960s by the Govt. of Bihar and the project was started in
1970s. It was envisaged to construct a masonry Dam in Kutku village and a Barrage near
Mohammadganj village 96 km downstream of Mandal Dam and two canals emanates
from the barrage to irrigate 72,157 ha of land in the States of Jharkhand and Bihar. The
project is located in the most drought prone area of Jharkhand and Bihar States. The area
has witnessed 10 major famines since 1935. The construction work of Dam and Barrage
has been competed except the installation of gates in the Dam. Also, some work of
spillway and deck slab and installation of low level construction sluice and irrigation
sluice is yet to be completed. The right main canal and 40% of its distributaries have
been completed and 90% of left main canal have been completed. This partially
completed project is presently irrigating during Kharif season nearly 50,000 ha and 6,000
ha of land in States of Bihar and Jharkhand respectively. After the fully operation of
project, the irrigation potential will reach upto 72,157 ha of land as targeted in the
project. Also, after the operation of the project, water will be available for drinking
purpose to the local inhabitants of Palamau, Latehar and Garhwa district of Jharkhand
State as well as for industrial purpose. This water will also be available to wildlife of the
Palamau TR which has been facing severe scarcity of water. Hence the migration of
wildlife will stop in nearby human settlements. It is also estimated that the fully
operation of the project will generate revenue of approximately Rs.24,337 lakh annually.
13 Rare and endangered species found in the area
The proposal indicates the presence of cheetal, sambhar, gaur, kotra, harha, elephant,
sloth bear, peacock, etc.
14 Opinion of the Chief Wildlife Warden
The Chief Wildlife Warden has mentioned in Part IV of the proposal that the main
objection by the Forest Department was based on the height of gates which was proposed
as 367.28 m FRL. At this height, it was expected that nearly 6000 ha of prime forest area
was going to be submerged. Besides, 15 villages were expected to be either fully or
partially submerged. In this present proposal, the user agency i.e. Planning and
Monitoring Division of Water Resources department, Govt. of Jharkhand has agreed to
reduce the height of gate and accordingly leading to reduction in submergence of Forest
area. Now it is proposed to keep the height of gate to 341 m FRL and so only 1007.29 ha
of forestland will be submerged. Also, the no. of affected village has been reduced to
minimum. Apart from direct advantages of the Dam like creation of permanent water
body in drier part of Tiger Reserve, creation of site for Bird Conservation etc., many
other indirect benefits like fisheries, agriculture and other livelihood options will
develop. The Chief Wildlife Warden has recommended the proposal with the following
conditions :
(1) During construction or installation of gates, the project authorities should construct
Jetty at important locations. Motor boat as well as paddle boat should also be made
available to monitor and control illicit fishing and birds poaching.
(2) The total number of trees to be felled is approx. 3,44,644 as per joint enumeration
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of trees. Such loss of trees should be compensated by planting same numbers of
trees through Jan Van Yojana, Kisan nursery, etc., within Project Tiger jurisdiction.
(3) The height of gates was initially proposed as 367.28 m FRL and accordingly
compensation has been paid to villages of 13 villages against their land holdings.
The new Khatiyan has been created and all land has been shown in Nadi Ghati
Pariyojana land. The Govt. may consider transferring all such land to Palamau Tiger
Reserve.
15 Comments of Ministry
The proposed project falls in the Palamau Tiger Reserve and requires the
recommendations of NTCA.
The Standing Committee may like to take a view on the proposal.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5
42.5.1. ANY OTHER ITEM WITH THE PERMISSION OF THE CHAIR
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ANNEXURE 41.1
MINUTES OF 41ST
MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE OF NATIONAL
BOARD FOR WILDLIFE HELD ON 2nd
MARCH 2017
The 41st Meeting of the Standing Committee of National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL)
was held on 2nd
March 2017 in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
(MoEF&CC), under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) for
Environment, Forest and Climate Change. List of participants is at ANNEXURE 41.2.
Hon’ble Chairman welcomed all the participants to the 41st Meeting and asked the
IGF(WL) to initiate the discussions on the Agenda Items.
AGENDA ITEM No.1
Confirmation of the minutes of the 40th
Meeting of Standing Committee of National Board
for Wildlife held on 3rd
January 2017
The IGF(WL) informed the Committee that the minutes of the 40th
Meeting of the
Standing Committee of NBWL held on 3rd
January 2017, were circulated to all members of the
Standing Committee on 8th
February 2017. However, no comments were received. Accordingly,
the minutes of 40th
meeting were taken up and confirmed by the members.
AGENDA ITEM No.2
ACTION TAKEN REPORT (ATR)
36.4.2.1. Setting up 5.25 MTPA-Development of Floating storage and Re-gasification
Unit (FSRU) facilities for import of LNG within the existing deep water port at
Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. The proposed site is 2.5 km away from the
boundary limits of Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the same was
discussed in the 40th
meeting of SC-NBWL. He also mentioned that according to Terms of
Reference (TOR) for EC, impact on Marine Life would be assessed. Since the proposal is 2.0 km
from Coringa WLS, Impact Mitigation and Wildlife Conservation Plan is required to be
submitted. As the report on impact and other aspects related to marine life was still awaited, the
Standing Committee decided to defer the proposal.
36.4.2.12. Construction of Singoli-Bhatwari Hydroelectric Project 99 MW by M/s L&T
Uttaranchal Hydropower Limited. The proposed site falls within 10 km from
the boundary of Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary.
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36.4.2.13 Construction of 171 MW Lata Tapovan Hydro Power Project of NTPC Ltd,
Uttarakhand.
36.4.2.14 Construction of 520 MW (4X130) Tapovan Vishnugad Hydroelectric Project of
NTPC Ltd., Uttarakhand. The proposed site falls outside Nanda Devi National
Park at a distance of 7.5 km.
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the above proposals and mentioned that the
proposals were considered by the SC-NBWL in its 39th
meeting held on 23rd
August 2016.
During the said meeting, it was decided by the Standing Committee to seek the comments of
Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation on the proposed
projects. A letter was sent to Ministry of Water Resources on 23rd
September 2016 for seeking its
comments. Since the comments of Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga
Rejuvenation have not been received as yet, the Standing Committee decided to defer the
proposal. It was decided to send a reminder to the Ministry of Water Resources for expediting
their response on the matter in view of the importance of the projects.
34.4.2.11 Proposal of Ms Stone International Pvt. Ltd Chechat for expansion and
renewal of Kotah Stone (Building) production in Mining lease no.22/92
situated in village Chechat in Tehsil Ramganj Mandi, District Kota which lies
at about 6.4 km aerial distance from the Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary/
Mukundra Hills National Park
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that a committee of
NTCA had visited the site and accorded concurrence to the proposal. In the 39th
meeting, the
Standing Committee had decided to defer the proposals in view of non-finalization of ESZ
proposal of Mukundra Hills TR by state. The Chief Wildlife Warden, Rajasthan informed that
ESZ proposal of Mukundra Hills TR would be finalised within 2-3 weeks time.
Since the State has not submitted the ESZ proposal of Mukundra Tiger Resreve as yet,
the Committee decided to defer the proposal.
34.4.2.12 Proposal for renewal of existing lime stone mining lease no.24/87 in village
Pipakhedi, Tehsil Ramganj Mandi District Kota near Darrah Wildlife
Sanctuary, Rajasthan by M/s Zahoor Ahmed, Abdul Majid. The proposed
mining lease 8.5 km away from Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that a committee of
NTCA had visited the site and accorded concurrence to the proposal. In the 39th
meeting, the
Standing Committee had decided to defer the proposals in view of non-finalization of ESZ
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proposal of Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary by state. The State has not submitted the ESZ proposal of
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary as yet. Consequently the Committee decided to defer the proposal.
34.4.2.13 Proposal of Ms Associated Stone industries (Kota) limited for expansion and
renewal of Kotah Stone production in mining lease no.1/89 situated in Tehsil
Ramganj mandi, District Kota, Rajasthan
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that a committee of
NTCA had visited the site and accorded concurrence to the proposal. In the 39th
meeting, the
Standing Committee had decided to defer the proposals in view of non-finalization of ESZ
proposal of Mukundra Hills TR by state. The State has not submitted the ESZ proposal of
Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve as yet. Consequently the Committee decided to defer the proposal.
39.4.2.5 Proposal for International Amusement & Infrastructures Ltd for Jaipur Mega
Tourism City, a Recreational Project at village Daulatpura Kotra, Tehsil Amer
District Jaipur, Rajasthan.
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the proposal
was considered by the SCNBWL in its 39th
meeting held on 23rd
August 2016. During the said
meeting, the Chief Wildlife Warden, Rajasthan mentioned that the Environment Clearance for
the project is under consideration of SEIAA, Rajasthan. Status of Environment Clearance is still
awaited. Therefore, the Standing Committee decided to defer the proposal.
39.4.2.7 Proposal for stone mining lease area 4 ha (private land) in Khasra No. 357
village Ghoora, Tehsil-Rajnagar, Dist. Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. The
mining area is 6.67 km away from Panna Tiger Reserve.
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the proposal
was considered by the SCNBWL in its 39th
meeting held on 23rd
August 2016. The IGF, NTCA
mentioned that the mine location has not been ascertained as yet. The representative of CWLW,
Madhya Pradesh mentioned that mining area is a private land and does not form part of any
corridor. Dr. R. Sukumar, member mentioned that no mining should be permitted in the
additional area to be added to Panna Tiger Reserve in lieu of the core area to be diverted for Ken-
Betwa river linking project. The Committee asked the NTCA and Wildlife Institute of India to
verify the location and furnish the report within one month for further consideration.
40.4.1.7 Proposal for diversion of 39.75 ha of forest land from Nauradehi Wildlife
Sanctuary in width of 30 m in km.66.200 to km. 77.700, km.91.300 to
km.91.900 & km.93.000 to km.93.900 for widening of existing 2-lane to 4-lane
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of NH-12 from km.10.40 (Junction of NH-7 bypass at Jabalpur) to Km.301.80
(near Bhojpur Junction) section Madhya Pradesh under NHDP Phase III.
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the proposal
was considered by the SC-NBWL in its 40th
meeting held on 3rd
January 2017. Nauradhi
sanctuary is a part of the area proposed to be added to Panna TR in lieu of the diverted area for
Ken-Betwa Link Canal. The representative of Chief Wildlife Warden, Madhya Pradesh
mentioned that area does not form part of any corridor and is located south of Nauradehi Wildlife
Sanctuary.
After discussions, considering the utility of the widening in decongesting the traffic flow,
the Standing committee decided to recommend the proposal.
40.4.1.8 Proposal for diversion of 0.145 ha of forest land from Nauradehi Wildlife
Sanctuary for construction of Harduwa reservoir canal, Madhya Pradesh.
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the proposal
was considered by the SC-NBWL in its 40th
meeting held on 3rd
January 2017. Nauradhi
sanctuary is a part of the area proposed to be added to Panna TR in lieu of the diverted area for
Ken-Betwa Link Canal.
After discussions, the Standing committee decided to defer the proposal and requested
NTCA to examine the proposal and furnish its comments at the earliest.
32.4.2(19) Proposal for Lakheri Chamovali mining lease of M/s ACC Limited, Lakheri
Cement Works, Lkaheri, Dist. Bundi (Rajasthan) for mining purpose of
limestone, Rajasthan
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the proposal
was considered by the SC-NBWL in its 40th
meeting held on 3rd
January 2017. That keeping
view of the State of Rajasthan, the NTCA and the user agency, besides perusing scientific reports
of the WII, Dehradun and WWF-India, middle ground suggested by the NTCA Technical
Committee is the most optimal solution in the instant case which takes into account concerns of
tiger conservation as well as those of the plant. In their deliberation NTCA pointed out that the
committee suggested the conditions (also represented by the state of Rajasthan) were the best the
committee could suggest as per the available social and ecological imperatives present in the
area. Further the CWLW of Govt. of Rajasthan and Field Director RTR mentioned that there are
various issues about the denotification of the proposed area for Lakheri-Chamavoli Mining lease
of M/s. ACC Ltd. In addition the Field Director suggested that allowing mining lease for 8 yrs
will be against rules and will have long-term implications. The CWLW admitted lapses in the
part of the State Government of Rajasthan while notifying the area as TR. The CWLW also
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suggested that FC clearance for 201.88 ha is required for the project. The CWLW, Rajasthan was
agreeable to the proposal of the ACC on denotification.
Furthermore the Secretary, MoEF&CC was requested by the Standing Committee of
NBWL to hear all the parties and submit a report to the Chairman, SCNBWL for further
directions.
40.3.2.3 Proposal for denotification from Radhanagari Sanctuary for Savarde Minor
Irrigation Project, Maharashtra
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the proposal
was considered by the SC-NBWL in its 40th
meeting held on 3rd
January 2017. After discussions,
the Standing Committee decided to defer the proposal pending acceptance of the conditions by
the State. No response on the acceptance has been received from the State. The Committee
asked the CWLW, Maharashtra to ascertain from the User Agency if it would like to go ahead
with the irrigation Project and the comments of the State Govt. on the acceptance of conditions
within 15 days from the receipt of letter of request from the Ministry of EF & CC.
40.3.2.4 Proposal for bauxite mining lease area 206.37 ha at village Talagaon in Taluka
Radhanagari and village Baveli in Taluka Gaganbawada, Dist Kolhapur,
Maharashtra
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the proposal
was considered by the SC-NBWL in its 40th
meeting held on 3rd
January 2017. He has also
mentioned that additional information has been sought from the state of MAHARASHTRA
regarding the validity of lease and on the views of the state Government within 15 days from the
receipt of letter of request from the Ministry of EF & CC.
AGENDA ITEM No.3
41.3. POLICY ISSUES AND REPRESENTATIONS RECEIVED FROM THE USER
AGENCIES
41.3.1. Change of status of ‘forest land’ to ‘revenue land’ when the former has been used
to rehabilitate villages from core areas of National Parks/Wildlife Sanctuaries/Tiger
Reserves forest land
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the Supreme
Court order in I.A. No. 1658 in W.P. (C) No. 202/1995 on 21.11.2008 on conversion of status of
forest land to revenue land in three villages namely Kosla, Botezari and Palasgaon (Single) in
Andheri Wildlife Sanctuary in District Chandrapur, Maharashtra. He has also mentioned that the
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MoEF&CC vide its letter No. 5-3/2007-FC dated 8.9.2009 conveyed approval of the Central
Government for changing the legal status of forest land with retrospective effect covering all
such cases of diversion of forest land, diverted under Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, for
relocation /rehabilitation of villages from National Parks/Wildlife Sanctuaries/Tiger Reserves
from forest land to revenue land.
The FC Division of the MoEF&CC referred this matter to NTCA as the aforesaid order
named only 3 villages of the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, which rendered it unsuitable for
blanket implementation, and deemed the aforesaid letter void. NTCA sought comments of the
Ministry of Law and Justice which had advised it to file a Clarificatory Application before the
Apex Court on the matter, which NTCA did vide letter of even number dated 8.10.2015.
However, the application is yet to be listed. At the same time, the State of Madhya Pradesh
approached the Hon’ble Apex Court on the same matter in context of voluntary village
resettlement in Satpura Tiger Reserve [Diary No. 51575/2016 in WP (C) 337 of 1995]. Hon’ble
Supreme Court observed that such matters are to be considered by the Standing Committee of
National Board of Wildlife in light of its order dated 5th
October 2015 in WP(C)-
202/95(Godovarman vs UOI & Ors). Prof. R. Sukumar and Dr. H.S. Singh suggested that this
issue should be treated as general policy issue applicable to all the States and Union Territories
and specific cases need not be referred to the Standing Committee.
After discussions, the Standing Committee decided that in all those cases where the
reserve forest has been used to rehabilitate villages from core areas of National Parks/Wildlife
Sanctuaries/Tiger Reserves, status of ‘forest land’ would be changed to ‘revenue land.’
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AGENDA ITEM No.4
41.4.1. PROPOSALS WITHIN THE PROTECTED AREAS
41.4.1.1. Diversion of 1.83 ha of forest land from Madhav National Park to lay
underground sewage pipeline across Madhav NP, Madhya Pradesh
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and mentioned that the proposal
involves the diversion of 1.83 ha of forestland from Madhav National Park to lay underground
sewage pipeline. He added that NTCA has recommended the project with mitigation measures
after due feasibility assessment carried by team of officers and scientists.
After discussions, considering the public utility of the project, the Standing Committee
decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation measures suggested
by NTCA and State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.1.2. Proposal for renovation and maintenance of Amadehi reservoir repair work of
the waste weir in Satpura Tiger Reserve, Dist. Hoshangabad, Madhya Pradesh
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involved the renovation and maintenance of Amadehi reservoir repair work of the waste weir in
Satpura Tiger Reserve. He added that NTCA has recommended the proposal with mitigation
measures and conditions after due feasibility assessment carried by team of officers and
scientists.
After discussions, considering the importance of the project for the renovation and
maintenance of Amadehi reservoir repair work of the waste weir in Satpura Tiger Reserve, the
Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the mitigation measures and
conditions prescribed by NTCA and State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.1.3. Diversion of 0.504 ha of forestland from Sohagibarawa Wildlife Sanctuary for
construction of border outpost (BOP) Chowki of Shastra Seema Bal,
Maharajganj within the area of Sohagibarawa Wildlife Sanctuary,
Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of 0.504 ha of forestland from Sohagibarawa Wildlife Sanctuary for
construction of border outpost (BOP) Chowki of Shastra Seema Bal, Maharajganj within the area
of Sohagibarawa Wildlife Sanctuary.
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After discussions, considering the importance of border outpost (BOP) in securing the
international border, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the
mitigation measures and conditions prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.1.4. Proposal for establishment and operating Retail Outlet with required facilities
in private land situated in village-Mishirpur, Plot Khasra No. 223 M Right side
of Asifabad - Garh road (MDR) on 12 km, Meerut District, Utter Pradesh
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves diversion of 0.1343 ha (0.076677 ha of private land + 0.0576286 ha (Govt. land) for
establishment and operating Retail Outlet with required facilities within the area of Hastinapur
Wildlife Sanctuary. He added that CWLW has recommended the project with mitigation
measures. Dr. H. S. Singh observed that govt. land also is also involved in the proposal, the
comments of CWLW, Uttar Pradesh needs to be obtained. The Govt. land should not be allowed
to be used for setting up the facility on private land.
After discussions, the Standing Committee decided to defer the proposal pending receipt
of comments by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.1.5. Proposal for diversion of 0.07 ha of reserved forest land from Nahargarh WLS
for laying of underground electric cable from Doordarshan tower to the
Nahargarh Fort Entrance length 1400 meters and width of trench 0.05 meters,
APP depth 1.0 meter for establishment of Jaipur Wax Statues Museum at
Nahargarh Fort, Rajasthan.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of 0.07 ha of reserved forest land from Nahargarh WLS for laying of
underground electric cable from Doordarshan tower to the Nahargarh Fort Entrance length 1400
meters and width of trench 0.05 meters, APP depth 1.0 meter for establishment of Jaipur Wax
Statues Museum within the area of Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary. He added that CWLW has
recommended the project with mitigation measures.
After discussions, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along
with the mitigation measures and conditions prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.1.6. Diversion of 20.53 Ha of forest land in Warangal District for improvement of
the existing road from Nakkerekal to Mallampally Road of NH-365 from km
121/0 to 154/0 in favour of Executive Engineer, NH Diversion, Warangal
Telangana.
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The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of 20.53 Ha of forest land in Warangal District for improvement of the
existing road from Nakkerekal to Mallampally Road of NH-365 from km 121/0 to 154/0 within
the area of Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary. He added that CWLW has recommended the project with
mitigation measures. It was suggested by the Committee that the user agency would construct
adequate standard safe passages in the form of over-bridges and under-bridges for movement of
wild animals.
After discussions, considering the public utility of the proposal, the Standing Committee
decided to recommend the proposal along with the standard mitigation measures brought out by
Wildlife Institute of India and conditions prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.1.7. Diversion of 0.54 Ha in Mansorabad RF and 2.31 Ha in Kuntloor RF total 2.85
Ha for strengthening and widening of existing road from Nagole Junction to
Gowrelly X road passing through Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park,
Hyderabad in favour of Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority
(HMDA), Hyderabad.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of 0.54 Ha in Mansorabad RF and 2.31 Ha in Kuntloor RF total 2.85 ha
for strengthening and widening of existing road from Nagole junction to Gowrelly X road
passing through Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park. He added that CWLW has
recommended the project with the condition that the user agency will construct one under pass of
40 ft. width for smooth passage of wild animals at the designated place.
After discussions, considering the public utility of the proposal, the Standing Committee
decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions prescribed by State Chief Wildlife
Warden.
41.4.1.8. Underground Laying of Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) for Indian Army under
Project Network for Spectrum (NFC), Directorate General of Signals, Ministry
of Defence in Ladakh Region, Leh District, Jammu & Kashmir.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of total area 28.035 ha (26.1 ha from Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife
Sanctuary and 23.025 ha from Karakoram Wildlife sanctuary). He added that CWLW has
recommended the project with the mitigation measures and conditions after due feasibility
assessment carried by team of officers and scientists.
After discussions, considering the importance of project for Indian Army in
communication, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the
conditions prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
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41.4.1.9. Diversion of 0.459 ha of forest land from Ramnagar Wildlife Sanctuary for
laying of underground Optical Fibre Cable by the Network for spectrum
(NFS) cell, Directorate General of Signals, Ministry of Defence.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involved diversion of 0.459 ha of forest land from Ramnagar Wildlife Sanctuary for laying of
underground Optical Fibre Cable by the Network for spectrum (NFS) cell.
After discussions, considering the importance of project for Indian Army in
communication, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the
conditions prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.1.10. Proposal for diversion of 7.60 ha forestland from Changthang Cold Desert
Wildlife Sanctuary for establishment of National Large Solar Telescope,
Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involved the diversion of 7.60 ha forestland from Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary for
establishment of National Large Solar Telescope. The user agency (Indian Institute of
Astrophysics, Bangalore) has mentioned that the present place is ideal location for establishment
of the Telescope for day time observations.
After discussions, considering the scientific utility of the telescope, the Standing
Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions prescribed by State
Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2. PROPOSALS WITHIN 10 KM FROM THE BOUNDARIES OF PROTECTED
AREAS
41.4.2.1 Proposal for CAPFIMS Central Armed Police Forces Institute of Medical
Science (along with R&R Hospital and allied Institutes), New Delhi. The
proposed site is 200 km from the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the establishment of a referral and research hospital 200 m from the boundary of Asola
Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary.
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After discussions, considering the public utility of the project, the Standing Committee
decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions prescribed by State Chief Wildlife
Warden.
41.4.2.2. Construction of Halon Irrigation Project near village Karanjiya across river
Halon in Mandla district situated in the buffer zone of Kanha Tiger Reserve,
Madhya Pradesh.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the construction of Halon irrigation project across river Halon situated in the buffer
zone of Kanha Tiger Reserve.
After discussions, considering the public utility of the Project for irrigation, the Standing
Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation
measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.3. Construction of Intake Well in Son River in Son Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary,
near village Kurwah for water supply scheme of Sidhi Township, Madhya
Pradesh.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the construction of Intake Well in Son River in Son Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary. He
further stated that there was no information on the water flow during the lean months.
After discussions, considering the public utility of project for drinking water, the
Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and
mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.4. Diversion of 19.653 ha forest land for widening and up gradation of Betul-
Sarni-Tekadhana-Junnardev Road (SH-43) passing through Satpura-Pench
corridor in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of 19.653 ha forest land for widening and up-gradation of Betul-Sarni-
Tekadhana-Junnardev Road (SH-43) passing through Satpura-Pench corridor. He added that both
CWLW and NTCA have recommended the project with the mitigation measures and conditions.
After discussions, considering the public utility of the project, the Standing Committee
decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation measures
prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
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41.4.2.5. Proposal for widening of existing Dahisar-Surat Section from 4-lane to 6-lane
between 497.400 km to 498.900 km along NH-8 in the State of Maharashtra.
The area required for the project is outside the Sanjay Gandhi National Park,
Borivali.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the widening of existing Dahisar-Surat Section, from 4-lane to 6-lane, passing through
Sanjay Gandhi National Park and its notified Eco-sensitive zone. He added that CWLW has
recommended the project with the mitigation measures and conditions.
After discussions, considering the public utility of the proposal, the Standing Committee
decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation measures
prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.6. Proposal for construction of barrage (civil works) for Kanhan River Project
across Kanhan River at Kochi village, Saoner Taluk, Nagpur Dist,
Maharashtra state. The proposed site is 8 km away from the boundary of
Mansingdeo Wildlife Sanctuary.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the construction of barrage (civil works) for Kanhan River Project across Kanhan River
8 km away from the boundary of Mansingdeo Wildlife Sanctuary. The project would provide
irrigation to 3960 ha of agriculture land besides the water for drinking purpose and Koradi
thermal power station.
After discussions, considering the public utility of the project for irrigation and drinking
water, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and
mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.7. Proposal for setting up retail outlet proposed by Indian Oil Corporation,
Bareilly Division, Bareilly, at private land Khasara No. 248 and 249 village
Kripanathpur tehsil Dhanaura district JP Nagar on 141 km SH No-51 Badaun-
Bilsi-Bijnor Road, within ESZ from Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the setting up retail outlet proposed by Indian Oil Corporation at private land Khasara
No. 248 and 249 Kripanathpur on 141 km SH No-51 Badaun-Bilsi-Bijnor Road, within ESZ
from Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary. He added that CWLW has recommended the project with
the mitigation measures and conditions.
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After discussions, considering the public utility of the proposal, the Standing Committee
decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation measures
prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.8. Proposal for the diversion of 0.47 ha of reserved forest land from Shivalik
Elephant Reserve for construction of a new lane tunnel on NH-72 A (new 307)
between 33 km and 34 km near Dat-Kali Temple in the Elephant Reserve
Shivalik Forest Division Saharanpur.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of 0.47 ha of reserved forest land from Shivalik Elephant Reserve for
construction of a new lane tunnel on NH-72 A between 33 km and 34 km near Dat-Kali Temple.
He added that both CWLW and NTCA have recommended the project with the mitigation
measures and conditions.
After discussions, considering the public utility of the project in de-congesting the traffic
flow on NH-72A, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the
conditions and mitigation measures prescribed by CWLW and NTCA.
41.4.2.9. The proposal for extension/re-notification of ASAN Field Firing Range for
Gazette Notification from 01.01.2016 to 31.12.2025. Established since 1987.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the extension/re-notification of ASAN Field Firing Range for Gazette Notification from
01.01.2016 to 31.12.2025. He added that CWLW has recommended the project with the
mitigation measures and conditions.
After discussions, considering the importance of firing range for practice by Indian Army,
the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and
mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.10. Proposal for Survey & Exploration of Uranium over 83 km2 [over an area of 7
km2 in 2 blocks of 3 and 4 km
2 in Nidgul RF of WLM division, Nagarjuna
Sagar and 76 km2 in 2 block of 38 km
2 of each] in Amarabad Tiger Reserve by
Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research, South Central
Region, Telangana.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the Survey & Exploration of Uranium over 83 km2 in Amarabad Tiger Reserve. He
added that CWLW has recommended the project with the mitigation measures and conditions.
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After discussions, considering the strategic importance of uranium for a developing
country, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions
and mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.11. Proposal for Construction of Shipyard and Allied Facilities at Ship Building
Center, Krishna Gate, Naval Basic, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the Construction of Shipyard and Allied Facilities at a place 7.59 km away from the
Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary. He added that CWLW has recommended the project with the
mitigation measures and conditions. It was mentioned that the recommendations of SBWL will
be submitted in due course.
After discussions, considering the strategic importance of the shipyard for construction of
ships and vessels for Indian Navy, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal
along with the conditions and mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.12. Laying of underground 12.75 diameter steel pipeline for transportation of
Naptha from Jaipur to Panipat Refinery of IOCL.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the laying of underground 12.75 diameter steel pipeline for transportation of Naptha
from Jaipur to Panipat Refinery of IOCL situated within 10 km radius of Nahargarh Sanctuary.
He added that CWLW has recommended the project with the mitigation measures and
conditions.
After discussions, considering the utility of the project for energy sector, the Standing
Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation
measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.13. Proposal for modernization of existing manufacturing unit for increase of
clinker and cement production; expansion in existing mines up to 8 MTPA
and installation of new power plant of 17.5 MW within existing owned
complex of M/s Mangalam Cement, village Modak, Dist. Kota, Rajasthan.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the modernization of existing manufacturing unit for increase of clinker and cement
production, expansion of existing mines up to 8 MTPA and installation of new power plant of
17.5 MW within existing owned complex of M/s Mangalam Cement situated at 8.5 km from the
boundary of Mukundra Hill National Park. He added that CWLW has recommended the project
with the mitigation measures and conditions.
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After discussions, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along
with the conditions and mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.14. Barmer-Pali Pipeline Project for ‘Laying 18’’dia natural gas pipeline
originate from CAIRN’s Rageswari Terminal near village Guda Malani,
Tehsil /District Barmer and terminated at village Shivtalav, Tehsil Bali, Dist.
Pali (connecting GIGL’s MBPL main line).
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the laying of 18 inch diameter natural gas pipeline situated at 5.05 km from the
boundary of Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary. He added that CWLW has recommended the
project with the mitigation measures and conditions.
After discussions, considering the utility of the project for energy sector, the Standing
Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation
measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.2.15. Construction of new dry dock facility at Cochin Shipyard Ltd. within the
existing premises Ernakulam, Kerala.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the Construction of new dry dock facility at Cochin Shipyard Ltd. within the existing
premises situated 3.3 km away from the Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary. He added that CWLW
has recommended the project with the mitigation measures and conditions.
After discussions, considering the utility of project for construction/repair of
ships/vessels, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the
conditions and mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.3. ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS
41.4.3.1. Setting up an Eco-tourism facility in village Binsar, M. Joljivi Tehsil, District
Almora (inside Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary), Uttarakhand.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves setting up of an eco-tourism facility on private land in Binsar village situated inside
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. He added that the recommendations of CWLW have not been
received in Part IV.
After discussions, considering the utility of project in promoting eco-tourism, the
Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and
mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
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41.4.3.2. Proposal for extraction/collection of Sand/Bajri/boulder mine at village-
Nawanbgarh, Tehsil-Vikas Nagar of Dehradun District and Uttarakhand
State cover 1.913 ha area in respect of Asan Wetland Conservation,
Uttarakhand.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the extraction/collection of Sand/Bajri/boulder mine in 1.913 ha area situated away from
7.80 km away from Asan Wetland Conservation Reserve. He added that CWLW has
recommended the project with the mitigation measures and conditions. The Chief Wildlife
Warden of Uttarakhand mentioned that the proposal requires the recommendation of Standing
Committee as directed by the hon’ble High Court of Uttrakhand.
After discussions, considering the utility of the proposal in providing construction
materials, the Standing Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions
and mitigation measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.3.3. Proposal for Rejuvenation of Amanishah Nallah including Area Development
(Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary) in Rajasthan. The proposed site is inside and
outside Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the Rejuvenation of Amanishah Nallah situated inside and outside Nahargarh Wildlife
Sanctuary. He added that CWLW has recommended the project with the mitigation measures and
conditions.
After discussions, considering the utility of nallah in draining the rain water, the Standing
Committee decided to recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation
measures prescribed by State Chief Wildlife Warden.
41.4.3.4. Proposal for permission of existing state highway 30 Sawaimadhopur-
Shivpuri Road from 82/700 to 93/390 km in Sawai madhopur district; inside
Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve and within 10 km from its boundary.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the road widening of road from 82/700 km to 93/390 km (widening of road from 3.75
meter to 7.00 meter). He added that both CWLW and NTCA have recommended the proposal
with the mitigation measures and conditions.
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After discussions, considering the public utility, the Standing Committee decided to
recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation measures prescribed by
CWLW and NTCA.
41.4.3.5. Diversion of 0.117 ha of forest land in Bellampally and Mancherial Divisions
for laying pipeline and construction of structures in Segment 22/7
(Vemanapally) for providing safe drinking water under Telangana Drinking
Water Supply Project.
41.4.3.6. Diversion of 2.643 ha (0.22+2.421) of forest land in Kagaznagar and
Bellampally divisions erstwhile Adilabad District presently in
Komarambheem (Asifabad) and Mancherial districts for laying of pipeline in
segment -22/5 (Dahegoan) under Telangana Drinking Water Supply Project
in favour of Superintending Engineer, TDWSP (RWS&S) Circle, Nirmal,
Telangana.
The IGF (WL) briefed the Committee on the proposals and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of 22.258 ha of forestland in Warangal division (13.965 ha RF+ 2.583 ha
ESZ) and WLM division Warangal (5.710 ha) for laying of pipeline and construction of
structures in segment 20/2 (Eturunagaram) for providing safe drinking water. He added that
CWLW has recommended the project with the mitigation measures and conditions.
After discussions, the ADGF (FC) suggested that a committee comprising of Dr. H. S.
Singh, member, Dr. R. Sukumar, member, one representative of NTCA and one person from
Wildlife Division would visit the project sites and submit a report to the Ministry for further
consideration within March 2017.
41.4.3.7. Diversion of 0.50 ha of forest land from National Chambal Wildlife
Sanctuary for construction of Intake Well in Chambal River and
underground pipeline for water supply scheme of Morena Township,
Madhya Pradesh.
The IGF(WL) briefed the Committee on the proposal and stated that the proposal
involves the diversion of 0.50 ha of forest land for construction of Intake Well in Chambal River
and underground pipeline for water supply scheme from National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary.
He added that CWLW has recommended the project with the mitigation measures and
conditions.
After discussions, considering the public utility, the Standing Committee decided to
recommend the proposal along with the conditions and mitigation measures prescribed by State
Chief Wildlife Warden.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5
The Chief Wildlife Warden, Telangana, with the permission of the Chair, mentioned that
State of Telangana has formulated an integrated water pipeline project for laying of pipeline and
construction of structures passing through notified corridor area of Kawal Tiger reserve, through
Pranahita WLS, Pocharam WLS, Amrabad TR, Kinnersaini WLS, Eturnagaram WLS, etc. These
23 proposals have been recommended by State Board of Wildlife on 27.2.2017.
After discussions, the ADGF (FC) suggested that a committee comprising of Dr. H. S.
Singh, member, Dr. R. Sukumar, member, one representative of NTCA and one person from
Wildlife Division would visit the project sites and submit a report to the Ministry for further
consideration within March 2017.
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ANNEXURE 41.2
LIST OF PARTICIPANTS OF THE 41ST
MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
OF NBWL HELD ON 2nd
MARCH 2017
1
Shri Anil Madhav Dave
Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Environment &
Forests
Chairman
2 Shri Ajay Narayan Jha,
Secretary, Environment, Forests and Climate Change
Member
3 Shri Anil Kumar, Addl. Director General of Forests (FC) Invitee
4 Shri Debrata Swain, Addl. Director General (PT) Permanent
Invitee
5 Dr. V.B. Mathur, Director, Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun. Member
6 Prof. R. Sukumar, Member, NBWL Member
7 Dr. H.S. Singh, Member, NBWL Member
8 Shri R.D. Kamboj, Director, GEER Foundation, Gujarat. Member
9 Shri P.K. Jha, PCCF & Chief Wildlife Warden, Telangana Invitee
10 Shri Jigment Takpa, Chief Conservator of Forest (Wildlife), Ladakh,
Jammu & Kashmir
Invitee
11 Shri Puneet Kumar, Additional Resident Commissioner, Kerala house,
Government of Kerala
Invitee
12 Shri R.P. Singh, Addl. Pr.Chief Conservator of Forests, Madhya
Pradesh
Invitee
13 Shri G.V. Reddy, Chief Wildlife Warden, Rajasthan Invitee
14 Shri Digvijay Singh Khati, Uttarakhand Invitee
15 Shri Bhagwan, Chief Wildlife Warden, Maharashtra Invitee
16 Dr. Manisha Sharma, Consultant of CPFIMS Invitee
17 Shri H.S. Negi, Inspector General, NTCA Invitee
18 Shri Soumitra Dasgupta, Inspector General of Forests (WL) Invitee
19 Shri S.P. Vashishth, Deputy Inspector General of Forests (WL) Invitee
20 Dr. Pasupala Ravi, Deputy Director (WL) Invitee
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ANNEXURE 42.1
REPORT OF SITE INSPECTION OF THE INTEGRATED WATER PIPELINE
PROJECTS UNDER MISSION BHAGIRATHA OF GOVERNMENT OF TELANGANA
Background
A total of 23 proposals on the integrated water pipeline projects of State of Telangana,
recommended by the Telangana State Wildlife Board were discussed in the 41st meeting of
Standing Committee of NBWL held on 2nd
March 2017. After discussion, it was decided to
examine the impact of the project on the wildlife Protected Areas. Subsequently, the Ministry of
Environment, Forest and Climate Change (Wildlife Division), vide letter no F.No. 6-46/2017-
WL, dated 9th
March, 2017 constituted a committee comprising the following members to
comprehensively examine the issues relating to the above project:
(1) Prof. R. Sukumar (Member, NBWL Standing Committee)
(2) Dr. H.S. Singh (Member, NBWL, Standing Committee)
(3) Representative of NTCA [Represented by Shri B.S. Somasekhar, Inspector-General of
Forests and Head, NTCA Southern Zone]
(4) Shri S.P. Vashishth (DIGF-Wildlife, MoEF&CC), Member Convenor
The committee made a visit to Telangana during 3rd
to 6th
May 2017. In evening on 3rd
May, the committee was briefed by the Chief Wildlife Warden, Addl. Principal Chief
Conservator of Forest Wildlife, Nodal Officer, FCA and other officials of Telangana Forest
Department. The overall scope of the project was presented by the official to the members of the
committee. The committee carried out a site inspection during 4th
and 5th
May 2017. The officials
of the Forest Department, Government of Telangana and the officials of Water Supply Project
named as “Mission Bhagiratha” accompanied the committee and provided the necessary
clarifications sought by the members during the site inspection (Annexure I). In evening on 5th
May 2017, Mission Bhagiratha was again discussed in a meeting attended by the Chief Secretary,
Talangana Government, Special Chief Secretary, Forest and Environment, Telangana, PCCF and
Chief Wildlife Warden, Addl. PCCF Wildlife and Addl. PCCF cum Nodal Officer, FCA and the
members of the team. The Chief Secretary briefed the committee about the importance of the
project.
The Project
Government of Telangana has taken up the Telangana Drinking Water Supply Project
named as “Mission Bhagiratha” with a commitment to provide safe, adequate, sustainable and
treated drinking water for the entire rural and urban areas of the State by 2018. The project is
envisaged to bring down disease burden, a causative factor for consuming contaminated water
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and improve health standards as well as family’s economic status thereby. The Project
contemplates to draw about 78.06 TMC of water from rivers Krishna, Godavari and some major
reservoirs. The ultimate aim of the Project is to provide tap to each and every house hold in rural
areas and supply safe and treated water at the rate of 100 litres per capita per day. The entire
project is divided into 26 segments with an outlay of about Rs. 42,853.30 Crores to provide safe
drinking water on sustainable basis to all rural habitations and urban local bodies in 9 districts of
Telangana state other than Hyderabad and its surrounding hubs. The project will cover 2.72 crore
people and 62.01 lakh households. All existing water supply schemes and ongoing drinking water
projects in rural and urban areas are being integrated with this project. Mission Bhagiratha will be
a SMART GRID as an Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) duct is provided along with the pipeline, to
provide access to broadband services to households and institutions.
Telangana Drinking Water Supply Corporation Limited (TDWSCL) has been formed
with Hon’ble Chief Minister as Chairman for executing the project. Right of User (RoU) Act has
been invoked for laying of pipelines in Private Land. WAPCOS (a GoI undertaking) appointed as
state technical consultant for vetting of DPRs, Project Management, Quality Control and
Supervision of Bhagiratha works.
Requirement of Forest Lands
A total of 475 hectares of forest land is required for laying of about 4000 km of pipeline
and structures such as GLBR, OHBR, WTP etc. The laying of pipelines and construction of
structures has been proposed in 97 segments based on source. All 97 proposals have been
uploaded and submitted to Nodal officer. The Nodal officer in turn submitted 82 proposals after
due verification and field inspections to the Telangana State Government. Basing on powers
vested with the MoEF&CC, Regional Office, Chennai, has issued Stage I approvals in 29
proposals and the Telangana State Government has issued Stage I approvals in 26 proposals.
Therefore, so far, Stage I approvals have been received for 55 proposals. Of the 97 proposals in
23 segments, several structures and pipelines fall inside wildlife Protected Areas. All 23
segments have been cleared by the Telangana State Board of Wildlife. The non-forest
Compensatory Afforestation land has been identified and proposed to be handed over to Forest
Department at 3 places viz., (i) Chandampet village of Nalgonda district 187 ha, (ii) Venkatapur
village of JayashankarBhupalapally district 44 ha, and (iii) Nagilla village of Ranga Reddy
district 142 ha.
Tiger Reserve
The Kawal Tiger Reserve in Telangana is one of the important Protected Areas having
diverse habitat of Central India within the broad forest cover types of Dry Teak Forests to Misc.
Dry Deciduous Forests. The reserve consists of 670 species of plants, 75 species of mammals,
about 300 species of birds. The Kawal Tiger Reserve has natural linkages to the Tadoba Tiger
Reserve in Maharashtra and Indravati Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh. The connectivity between
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Kawal Tiger Reserve and these protected areas is vital in ensuring gene flow from the core of
Kawal Tiger Reserve. The connectivity was traditionally a contiguous habitat but at present it is
with only couple of gaps between Dhanora forest and Ada forest & Garlapet forest and Kadamba
forest. The Kawal Tiger Reserve is the only biggest patch of forest available within 100 kms of
Tadoba Tiger Reserve. Thus, for long term conservation of this area depends upon the transient
tigers from Tadoba and Indravati Tiger Reserve and revival of corridors.
Figure 1: Google Earth image showing the network of drinking water pipelines passing through
Kawal Tiger Reserve (KTR) and adjoining forest areas in Telangana
The committee noted that the Kawal Tiger Reserve and adjoining forest divisions in
Telangana are part of a larger tiger landscape comprising, in addition, the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger
Reserve to the north in Maharashtra and Indravathi Tiger Reserve to the east in Chhattisgarh.
Several tigers have been camera-trapped in Kawal TR but these are animals dispersing primarily
from the Tadoba-Andhari region that is the source population. The report “Status of tigers, co-
predators and prey, 2014” (Jhala, Quershi and Gopal, 2014, NTCA and WII) states that Kawal
Tiger Reserve does not have a resident population of tigers but there is potential for this region to
be repopulated by tigers with restorative management.
The Forest Department orally informed that the tiger population was highin the past but
declined due to habitat disturbance and other reasons. The number declined to few or few
transient animals. But it recovered to about a dozen tigers in the recent years due to spills of tiger
from Tadoba and Indravati. Camera trap images give some information about migration and
movement of tigers.
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Figure 2: Tiger that was camera trapped in the Allinagar-Thumalonka region of Telangana
The Site Inspection and Observations
On the first day (04-05-2017), the committee visited the sites (Annexure III) to inspect
representative areas of Kawal Tiger Reserve and other forests and revenue lands outside the
reserve to see the source point of the water intake (reservoir), the type of pipelines that would be
laid through the forests, the method of laying the pipelines, the water storage structures that
would be built inside the forests, and the distribution of tigers across the landscape based on
information provided by the Forest Department.
On the second day (05-05-2017) committee visited the Bejjur Range of Kagaznagar Forest
Division for understanding the status of the habitat in a tiger corridor area between Maharashtra
and Telangana.
Although the laying pipelines and constructive water storage tank is a massive work but its
disturbance is limited to the construction phase. After laying under-ground pipeline, it will be
covered by the excavated soil and the surface will be levelled. Thus, it may not bring negative
impact on habitats and its wildlife after completion of the works. During discussion, the team of
the aforesaid mission expressed its commitment to complete work at a site within shortest
possible period so that the wildlife movement is not disturbed.
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Figure 3 and 4: Excavation works of trenches at a site for laying pipelines.
The most of water storage and supply through gravity in the villages are located at elevated
lands or hills. The sites and locations for constructing the storage tank in the Wildlife Protected
Areas have been given in Annexure II. The structure of one of such tank is given in Fig. 5.
Figure 5: Structure of the water storage tank shown to the team during inspection. One of the
hillock where structure is proposed. As informed at the site, the structure will be on hill, just
below its top.
One of such structures–blue coloured or white coloured structure having different
dimension will be constructed at elevated site in the Protected Areas as well as other areas. Since
the site (Fig. 5) is at the fringe of the Protected Area, the disturbance after completion of the
construction will be the least.
The team visited a few sites and found that the proposed structure at the boundary or fringe
of the Protected Area (PA) may not cause much impact but the sites located more than 100 m
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inside the Protected Area need re-examination to find out alternatives. For example, the team
visited another proposed sites on elevated forests hillock about 1500 m inside from the boundary
of the Protected Area. About 700 trees are proposed for cutting at the site. The possibility of
caves or hiding sites for wildlife is not ruled out. The proposal at this site was discussed with the
team of the mission and they agreed for an alternative site near the village. Thus, such proposed
sites, as given in Annexure II, need re-examination in the interest of wildlife. The Forest
Department and the Team of the Mission agreed to re-examine such sites.
Figure 6: A view of elevated hill, about 1500 m inside the PA, through the woods which the
team visited and suggested to find out an alternative site.
Recommendations
Based on the observations and information provided by the officials of the Telangana
Government, the recommendations of the committee are as under.
(i) Some villages in the core area of Kawal Tiger Reserve have been identified for voluntary
resettlement outside. In cases where villagers have already given their consent for
resettlement and the state government has identified alternative sites for resettlement within
a defined time frame, there is no need for pipelines to be laid to such villages. Other local
sources of drinking water may be provided to them as these villagers should not be
deprived of the benefits provided to others in the state. The TDWSCL should also give an
undertaking to provide drinking water under Mission Bhagiratha to such villages at the
alternative sites.
(ii) The committee inspected some of the locations for construction of water-storage tanks. It
noted that the tanks that are close to an existing road will not cause much disturbance to
wildlife, but the tanks that are located inside the forest away from a road have the potential
to cause disturbance both during construction as well as later. The committee therefore
strongly recommends that the TDWSCL, in consultation with Chief Wildlife Warden,
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Telangana Forest Department and other forest officials, should make an attempt to find
alternative locations for water storage tanks that are slated to be located within the
Protected Area at distances greater than 100 metres away from an existing road or the
forest boundary. The committee understands that about 20 out of 59 such structures require
re-examination and relocation (see Annexure II). The final acceptance of location of a
water storage tank can be left to Chief Wildlife Warden.
(iii) Water storage tanks in forest areas may be covered by vegetation wherever possible. If not
possible, they may be painted in a camouflaged colour to blend with the environment. This
may be decided with the consultation of the Forest Department.
(iv) TDWSCL should make provisions for supply of water to wildlife at designated places
along the route passing through forest areas, especially Kawal Tiger Reserve, in
consultation with Telangana Forest Department. Such provision should be made at
intervals of 2 km each. The Chief Wildlife Warden is advised to develop a master plan to
use the proposed pipelines for supply of water to the wildlife. Precautions have to be taken
to avoid concentration of livestock at the water point.
(v) While laying the pipelines, TDWSCL should execute the work in a timely manner by
simultaneously excavating the trenches and laying the pipes so as to minimize the
disturbance to wildlife. They should not dig trenches along long stretches and leave them
open for several weeks without completion of work. The working length of the trench
should not exceed 500 m at a time. The levelling of the surface should be perfect to give
aesthetic view to the surface area. The surface of the pipeline may be cool in summer. Low
height evergreen shrubs with shallow roots may be planted at both sites to give shelter to
small wild creatures.
(vi) It appears that the OHBR (overhead balancing reservoir) structures are proposed on or near
the hillocks inside the PAs to take advantage of the gain in elevation so that water may be
supplied to the villages under gravity. But the gain in elevation may also be created
artificially by raising the base of OHBR structures and providing supports to the pipes
connecting these structures. This way the structures could have been located along the road
inside the PAs. This would require a minuscule amount of investment as compared to the
total cost of the project. This option may also be explored.
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ANEXURE I: Officers who attended the field inspection of Mission Bhagiratha Pipeline
Projects
S. No. Name Designation
1 Dr. Manoranjan Bhanja, IFS Addl. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests,
Wildlife
2 Mrs. R. Shoba, IFS Addl. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and
Nodal Officer, FCA
3 Mr. C. Saravanan, IFS Conservator of Forests & FDPT, KTR Nirmal
4 Mr G. Krupakar Reddy Chief Engineer, Bhagiratha Mission
5 Mr. M. Jagan Moham Reddy Chief Engineer, Bhagiratha Mission
6 Mr. N. Prasad Reddy Superintending Engineer, Bhagiratha Mission
7 Dr. B. Prabhakar District Forest Officer, Mancherial
8 Mr. B. Praveena District Forest Officer, Nirmal
9 Mr. P. Venkateshwarlu District Forest Officer, KB Asifabad
10 Mr. M. Raviprasad Forest Divisional Officer, Kaghaznagar
11 Mr. G. Ravinder Forest Divisional Officer, Asfiabad
12 Mr. V. Tirumal Rao Forest Divisional Officer, Bellampalli
13 Mr. K. Ramkishan Forest Divisional Officer, Nirmal
14 Mr, R. Ravinder Forest Divisional Officer, Khanapur
15 Mr. A. Srinivas Executive Engineer, Mancherial
16 Mr. G. V. Ramana Executive Engineer, Asifabad
17 Mr. K.Venkatapathy Dy. Executive Engineer, Kaddam
18 Mr. Sandeed Dy. Executive Engineer, Asifabad
19 Mr. K.V.G. Krishna Dy. Executive Engineer, Mancherial
20 Mr. Nageshwar Rao Dy. Executive Engineer, Kaghaznagar
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ANNEXURE II: List of water storage tanks planned in Wildlife Areas of Telangana
LIST OF STRUCTURES IN WILDLIFE AREAS
S. No. Seg No. Name District Description
of work Capacity Location
Distance
from road
(in mtr)
Remarks
1 1/8 Yellur Nagarkarnool Sump 1000 Rangapur 250
2 1/8 Yellur Nagarkarnool Sump 1000 Mannanur 15
3 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda Sump 500 Yellamgutta 20
4 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda ELBR 200 Chitriyala Peak 30
5 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda OHBR 40 Pedhamula 100
6 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda ELBR 60 Osmankunta 30
7 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda ELBR 40 Bandameedithand
a 30
8 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda ELBR 40 Mangalithanda 30
9 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda Sump 40 Pavuralagutta 30
10 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda ELBR 40 Pavuralagutta 50
11 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda ELBR 60 Pedhagutta 30
12 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda ELBR 100 Thirumalaiah
swamy temple 30
13 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda ELBR 100 sunkishala thanda 100
14 3/2 Chandampet Nalgonda GLBR 60 yellapur 30
15 15/7 Manthani Peddapalli BPT 20 Eklaspurgutta 5
16 17/3 Paler Mahububabad OHBR 150 Chinnaellapur 500
17 20/2
Godavari
Mamgapeta
(Eturrnagaram)
Jayashankar
Bhopalapally OHBR 120 Mallur Gutta 12
18 20/3
Godavari
Mamgapeta
(Eturrnagaram)
Jayashankar
Bhopalapally OHBR 220 Kanthapally X 15
19 20/3
Godavari
Mamgapeta
(Eturrnagaram)
Jayashankar
Bhopalapally OHBR 40 Chinnaboinapally 15
20 20/3
Godavari
Mamgapeta
(Eturrnagaram)
Jayashankar
Bhopalapally Sump 800 Chinnaboinapally 30
21 20/3
Godavari
Mamgapeta
(Eturrnagaram)
Jayashankar
Bhopalapally Sump 15 Kondai 10
22 20/3
Godavari
Mamgapeta
(Eturrnagaram)
Jayashankar
Bhopalapally Sump 10 Kannaigudem 10
23 20/3
Godavari
Mamgapeta
(Eturrnagaram)
Jayashankar
Bhopalapally Sump 30 Devadula 10
24 20/3
Godavari
Mamgapeta
(Eturrnagaram)
Jayashankar
Bhopalapally OHBR 100 Thadvai 80
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25 22-1 Kowthala Asifabad GLBR 350 Kowthala 15
26 22-2 Bejjur Asifabad SUMP 60 Kammargoan 35
27 22-2 Bejjur Asifabad GLBR 20 Kammargoan 17
28 22-3 Sirpur U Asifabad SUMP 20 Chelapally 30
29 22-3 Sirpur U Asifabad GLBR 20 Neemguda 150
30 22 -4 Khagaznagar Asifabad GLBR 700 Darigoan 320
31 22 -8 Wankidi Asifabad GLBR 250 Navedhari 166
32 22 -8 Wankidi Asifabad GLBR 150 Ganeshpoor 114
33 22 -8 Wankidi Asifabad SUMP 150 Ganeshpoor 27
34 22 -8 Wankidi Asifabad GLBR 150 Peddapullara 272
35 22-15 Dhanora Asifabad SUMP 10 Agarwada 4
36 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Goper
Lambadithanda 9
37 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad GLBR 30 Kodduguda 138
38 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad SUMP 10 Devaguda 3
39 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Chinnaguda Gutta 5
40 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Naguguda 6
41 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Bheemangondi 65
42 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Sarpanchguda 104
43 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Nayakapuguda 4
44 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Murkalonka 78
45 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad SUMP 10 Loddiguda 4
46 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Bheemgiguda 170
47 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Ramnayank
thanda 3
48 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Rimma 38
49 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad OHBR 20 Rampur K 4
50 22-17 Powerguda Asifabad SUMP 10 Rimma 19
51 24 Kaddam Nirmal GLBR 200 Akondapet 500
52 24 Kaddam Nirmal BPT 60 Akondapet 350
53 24 Kaddam Nirmal OHBR 300 Kaddamgutta 1000
54 24 Kaddam Nirmal OHBR 60 Nagapur 1500 Deleted
55 24 Kaddam Nirmal GLBR 40 Raidhari 500
56 24 Kaddam Nirmal OHBR 40 Rajura 450
57 24 Kaddam Nirmal OHBR 40 Alampally 100
58 24 Kaddam Nirmal OHBR 40 Devaighgudem 500
59 25/7 Banjara Badradri
Kothagudem OHBR 60 Regalagutta 60
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ANNEXURE III: The Sites Visited by the Committee
Date: 04.05.2017
(1) Rajura
Dimmadurthy Range, Sattanpally RF, Singapur (W) Beat, Singapur Section, Compt. No.
815, Buffer area of Tiger Reserve of Nirmal Division. OHBR in Set No.16 of 24 Segment.
(2) Segment 24 Kaddam (Passed through) at Sathanpally to Pembi (Buffer & Core) (SET
No.15)
(3) Nallagutta
Khanapur Range, Sattanpally RF, Nagapur Beat, Mandapally Section, Compt. No. 868,
Buffer area of Tiger Reserve of Khanapur Division. OHBR in Set No.15 of 24 Segment.
(4) Segment 24 Kaddam SET No.5, 6 & 7 (Core) (Laxmipur to Utnoor Junction – Passed
through).
(5) Intake well at Kaddam reservoir (Outside Core & Buffer)
(6) Jannaram Wildlife area
(7) Segment 24 SET No. 8 & 9 Indenpally Range & Udumpur Range (core -passed through)
(8) Segment 22/17 Birsaipet Range Utnoor (KTR) Division (Core) Compt. No. 47 R&B road to
Allampally (Passed through)
(9) Segment 22/17 Birsaipet Range & Segment 22/17 Powerguda, Marlavai RF, Ghanpur Beat,
Hasnapur Section, Compt. No.449, Buffer area of Tiger Reserve of Utnoor Division. OHBR
in Set No.4 of 22/17 Segment with ID No. 962
Date: 05.05.2017
Visited the Bejjur Range of Kagaznagar Forest Division for understanding the status of the habitat
in a tiger corridor area between Maharashtra and Telangana. Site seen at Pranahita Project (Irrigation)
where canal works are proposed in tiger corridor areas.