PROPOSED TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR PHASE II EXPANSION OF DHAMRAPORT BHADRAK DISTRICT, ODISHA

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1 PROPOSED TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR PHASE II EXPANSION OF DHAMRAPORT BHADRAK DISTRICT, ODISHA

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS i. Introduction 1 ii. Details of cargo proposed 2 iii. EIA Methodology 3 iv. Baseline Environmental Monitoring 3 v. Anticipated Environmental and Social Impacts and their Mitigation Measures 7 vi. Environmental Monitoring Programme 8 vii. Additional Studies 9 viii. Environmental Management Plan (EMP) 10 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1: Location map Figure 2: Proposed Layout/Land Use for Phase II Expansion of Dhamra Port Figure 3: Study Area Map Figure 4: Ambient Air Monitoring Locations Map Figure 5: Noise Level Monitoring Locations Map Figure 6: Inland Water Sampling Locations Map Figure 7: Soil Sampling Locations Map Figure 8: Marine Sampling Locations Map LIST OF APPENDICES Appendix A: Environmental/CRZ Clearance Letter for Phase II Expansion of Dhamra Port Appendix B: Surveys Numbers of Phase II Expansion Area Appendix C: Government Approval of Phase II Master Plan of Dhamra Port Appendix D: ToR Approval Letter from MoEF Appendix D: ToR Approval Letter from MoEF Appendix E: Brief Summary of the Project

3 1 Revised Terms of Reference for Revision of Cargo Mix 1.1 Introduction Dhamra Port is one of the deepest ports of India located in Bhadrak District of Odisha with a draught of 18.0 m and can accommodate super cape-size vessels upto 180,000 DWT. The Dhamra Port Company Limited (DPCL) has implemented Phase I facility with a capacity of 25 MTPA consisting of Coal, Iron Ore and Lime Stone handling facilities and commenced in May, Further to Phase I development of Dhamra Port, DPCL proposed for Phase II expansion with construction of 11 additional berths with a cargo handling capacity of 71.3 MTPA and obtained Environmental/CRZ Clearance from Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF). The Form I of the application submitted by DPCL in October, 2009 referred to the size of the project as follows: Dry Bulk Cargo MTPA (3 berths) Liquid Bulk Cargo MTPA (2 jetties) Container and Clean Cargo 1 million TEUs and 8 MTPA (6 berths) Thus it may be seen that the reference to cargo in Form I specified only the categories and volumes and did not specify any item of cargo. The proposal for Draft ToR submitted by DPCL along with Form 1 in October, 2009 mentioned some of the main items of cargo in each category like coal and limestone against the dry bulk cargo, crude and Naphtha against liquid cargo and steel against clean cargo. Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) on Infrastructure Development, CRZ and Miscellaneous Projects, Ministry of Environment & Forests (MoEF) in its meeting held on November 24, 2009 at New Delhi, finalized the ToR which was issued vide MoEF letter No: /2009-IA.III, dated December 18, A copy of the letter is enclosed as Appendix D for reference. The reference made in the draft ToR was to some of the main cargo and cargo to be handled in a port cannot be limited to few specific items, therefore EIA study has considered a broader spectrum of cargo including Coal, Iron Ore, Limestone, Manganese and other non-hazardous cargo within the category of Dry Bulk Cargo ; Fertilizer materials, Food grains, Raw Sugar, Edible Oil etc., Project cargo, Logs, Timber, Bagged cargo, Machines, Bitumen, Coal Tar etc., iron steel products and byproducts against the category of Clean (Break bulk) cargo ; Various Cargo against the category of Containerized Cargo and crude oil, POL products, Naphtha and LNG against the category of Liquid and Gas cargo. Accordingly the draft EIA report has been prepared considering the above detailed cargo and addressing all ToR suggestions such as Hydro-dynamic modeling studies, Air quality modeling studies, CRZ demarcation and authentication by MoEF authorized agency, land use with satellite imagery and details of dredging, reclamation etc. The draft EIA and executive summaries in English and Local language were submitted to SPCB for public hearing. The SPCB conducted the public hearing wherein all the above 1

4 cargo handling was discussed. The final EIA report with all above cargo details has been prepared by addressing the issues raised during public hearing and the final documents were submitted to Odisha Coastal Zone Management Authority (OCZMA) and MoEF for appraisal and approval. OCZMA has recommended the project for CRZ Clearance vide letter no. OCZMA-1/ dated December 20, EAC, MoEF has appraised the project in their 119 th, 124 th,125 th and 126 th meetings and issued the Environmental/CRZ Clearance (EC) vide letter no. F.No /2009-IA.III, dated January 01, As the EC letter provided the description of specific cargo given at page 2 of the letter (30 th line to 33 rd line), DPCL requested MoEF in April, 2014 to revise the letter by replacing: The cargo handling capacity is 71.3 MTPA including MTPA dry bulk cargo (coal and limestone) MTPA of liquid bulk cargo (crude and naphtha), one million containers and 8 MTPA of clean cargo (steel). with The cargo handling capacity is 71.3 MTPA including dry bulk cargos, MTPA of liquid and gas cargo, one million containers and 8 MTPA of clean cargo as contained in the EIA report. EAC, MoEF has appraised the DPCL request in their 132 rd and 135 th meetings and advised DPCL vide its minutes of 135 th meeting to submit revised Form 1, mentioning the details of cargo to be handled at the port. Hence DPCL is herewith submitting revised Form 1 and draft ToR for revision in cargo mix for which required studies have been carried out, public hearing conducted and CRZ recommendation obtained. 1.2 Details of cargo proposed to be handled during Phase II Expansion as contained in EIA Report S. No. Cargo type Cargo Mix Capacity in MTPA 1 Dry Bulk Cargo Coal 22.3 Iron ore 12.3 Limestone, Manganese and other nonhazardous cargo Break Bulk Cargo (Clean Cargo) Sub- Total (A) Fertilizer materials, food grain, raw sugar, edible oil etc. Project cargo, logs, timber, bagged 8.0 cargo, machines, bitumen and coal tar etc. Iron-Steel products and by products Sub- Total (B) Containerized Cargo Various cargo 1 million TEU 4 Liquid and Gas Cargo Crude oil

5 S. No. Cargo type Cargo Mix Capacity in MTPA POL Products 2.5 Naphtha 2.46 LNG 12.0 Sub- Total (C) Total (A+B+C) Dhamra Port Phase II Expansion Plan The Dhamra Port phase II expansion for which Environmental and CRZ Clearance (EC) has been obtained vide MoEF letter no. F.No /2009-IA.III, dated January 01, 2014; comprises of the construction of 11 additional berths, one barge handling and one mooring facility for transloading operations for handling of dry bulk, liquid bulk, containerized and breaks bulk/clean/general cargo and development of back up facilities. Three berths for handling of MTPA of dry bulk cargo Two jetties for handling of MTPA of liquid/gas cargo Two berths for handling of 1 Million TEU of container cargo Four berths for handling of 8 MTPA of break bulk/clean/general cargo One barge loading facility One Mooring facility for transloading operations Backup facilities for stockyards, conveyor systems etc 1.4 EIA Methodology Methodology of the EIA study involved following stages: Reconnaissance survey and site visit Review of available literature Compliance to statutory requirements Baseline environmental monitoring (terrestrial and marine environments) Identification and Prediction of Impacts Risk Analysis and Disaster Management Plan Environmental Management Plan 1.5 Baseline Environmental Monitoring The baseline environmental studies were carried out for terrestrial and marine environments. The study was a combination of primary (field surveys) and secondary data collection. Study Period: The baseline terrestrial and marine environmental surveys were carried out during post monsoon season (December, 2009 to March, 2010) after obtaining the ToR from MoEF. Study Area: Study area of 10 km from the Port boundary had been considered. A map showing the study area is enclosed as Figure 3. 3

6 1.5.1 Terrestrial Environment Meteorology Meteorological data pertaining to wind speed, direction, relative humidity, rainfall and ambient temperature were collected using automatic weather monitoring station at one (1) location during the study period Ambient Air Quality The ambient air quality was monitored as per CPCB/MoEF guidelines. The locations were identified with regard to the predominant wind direction, topography, population, sensitive locations and possible impact zones. AAQ was monitored at Ten (10) locations in the study area with twice a week frequency during the study period. The measurement was carried out for establishing 24-hourly background concentrations for Particulate Matter size less than 10 microns (PM 10 ) and Particulate Matter size less than 2.5 microns (PM 2.5 ), Sulphur Dioxide (SO 2 ), Nitrogen Dioxide (NO 2 ). For CO and HC eight hourly samples were collected on each monitoring day. A map showing air quality monitoring locations is enclosed as Figure Noise Noise levels were measured at Ten (10) locations within the study area. Intensity of the noise levels (Peak noise and Equivalent noise levels) in the study area were measured at hourly intervals for 24 hours once during the study period. Monitoring locations covered important land use such as residential, commercial, sensitive and industrial area. A map showing noise level monitoring locations is enclosed as Figure Water Quality The study area was inventoried for identifying the sources of water i.e. both surface water and groundwater sources. Water samples were collected at the identified sources based on the type of the source, its relevance, number of upstream and downstream users and the type of the industrial activity in the vicinity. Water Quality was monitored at Thirteen (13) locations within the study area. The water samples were collected and analysed, once during the study period, for physico-chemical and biological characteristics. Water Quality were monitored adopting procedures as per IS 3026 and relevant guidelines of MoEF/ CPCB. A map showing water quality monitoring locations is enclosed as Figure 6. 4

7 Land Environment Soil samples were collected at Ten (10) locations within the study area. The collected samples were analysed once during the study period for physico-chemical characteristics. A map showing soil sampling locations is enclosed as Figure Terrestrial Ecology Vegetation pattern was identified based on literature survey and field investigation. A list of flora and fauna of terrestrial ecosystem was prepared. Endangered and dominant plant species were identified. Flora and fauna in project area were assessed through field observations and also information collected from secondary sources. Flora and Fauna: Flora and fauna in study area were assessed by primary surveys and collecting secondary information from sources like Forest Department and other agencies involved in similar studies Marine Environment Marine environment in the region was assessed through field studies and compilation of secondary data and through surveys. Marine environmental studies were undertaken covering water quality, sediment quality, biological aspects (planktons and benthos), mangroves, fishing and breeding grounds and fishery resources if any. A reputed marine environmental monitoring agency was appointed for carrying out marine monitoring studies. A map showing marine sampling locations is enclosed as Figure Marine Water Quality Surface and bottom samples were collected using NISKIN Sampler. Some of the physical parameters such as Temperature, ph, Salinity and Transparency were observed on-site. Samples were preserved for assessing other physico-chemical and bacteriological parameters later. Methodologies used for collecting, preserving and analysing water samples were as per standard protocols and procedures defined in standard manuals and reference material. Parameters that assessed are listed below: Physico-chemical parameters: ph, temperature, salinity, turbidity, conductivity, suspended solids, total dissolved solids, DO, BOD, COD, chloride, sulphate, sodium, potassium, silicate, hydrocarbons, oil and grease Nutrients: nitrite, nitrate, ammonia, total nitrogen, total phosphates, sulphide Heavy Metals and Trace metals Bacteriological parameters: Total Coliforms, Faecal Coliforms. 5

8 Sediment Quality Sediment samples were collected using a suitable grab (Naturalist s Grab / Van Veen Grab). After collection, samples were sieved and subjected to physico-chemical analysis. Parameters that were assessed include composition, texture, organic matter and heavy metals Biological Aspects Biological parameters viz., phytoplankton, zooplankton, chlorophyll-a and primary productivity was assessed. Plankton content in coastal waters was assessed through collection of water samples using Plankton net of suitable mesh size. All net hauls are fixed in buffered 5% Formaldehyde and stored for analysis in Laboratory. In addition, samples collected with NISKIN sampler were fixed in Lugol s iodine for quantitative enumeration. Quantitative enumeration is done using a Sedgewick Rafter counting chamber following standard protocol (UNESCO, 1978). A research microscope was used for taxonomic identification. Primary Productivity is measured following light and dark bottle method (Gaarder and Gran, 1927, re-described Subba Rao, 2002) Benthic Communities Sediment samples collected for assessing physico-chemical characteristics were also used for enumerating benthic communities. Sediment samples intended for benthic communities assessment were preserved with Rose Bengal and Formalin Solutions. Analysis of benthic communities includes meio and macro benthos in the region Demography and Socio-economics Demography and socio-economic was covered within radius of 10 km were established through collection and review of available secondary/published data and social impact assessment study was carried out. This includes demography, occupational structure, literacy status, civic amenities such as medical facilities and educational institutions. Details of various economic activities, industries, fishermen details, fishing hamlets and fishing, archaeological site was collected. Demographic details and other socio-economic details were collected based on the latest census documents Establishment of Baseline Environmental Conditions Baseline conditions (environment and social) were established by compiling data generated from field surveys and secondary data. In addition to that, baseline environmental conditions were graphically represented. However critical areas with respect to Environmental and Social Impacts were identified. The baseline environment status was discussed in Chapter 4 of EIA Report 6

9 1.6 Anticipated Environmental and Social Impacts and their Mitigation Measures Environmental attributes likely to be affected by project activities were identified and impacts assessed. Project activities were broadly classified into construction and operation phase activities. Most appropriate and accepted methods were used to quantify impacts likely to arise due to Phase II Expansion. The mitigation measures proposed to minimise/avoid each of the likely impacts that occur during construction and operation phases were discussed in Chapter Marine Environment Impacts on marine ecology were studied for construction and operation phases of the proposed expansion. Based on development plan of the Phase II expansion, impacts were identified and predicted for construction and operation phases. Impact on environment was studied with respect to the following activities: Construction Phase Dredging and disposal of dredged material Marine water quality Impact on fishing communities Reclamation of back-up area Construction of berths etc. Operational Phase (Maintenance Dredging and Disposal; Ship Movement; Cargo Handling) Marine water quality Marine ecology Fishing communities. Impact on Shoreline/Coastline Air Environment The construction phase involves movement of construction materials to the project area, site clearing, vehicular emissions, emissions from the construction machinery, etc. which in turn could influence the ambient air quality in the region through build-up of dust levels and gaseous emission levels. The buildup of pollutants in the ambient air during the construction phase is temporary in nature and will be localised. Adverse impacts are envisaged on the air environment during the operation phase in terms of estimation of fugitive emissions from the proposed activities such as cargo handling, etc were carried out using ISCST3 model. Mitigation measures were accordingly suggested to mitigate the adverse impacts due to the build-up of the air pollutants. 7

10 1.6.3 Noise Levels Generally, the activities which tend to impact the air environment also equally impact the noise levels. The impacts on the noise levels during the construction phase could arise from vehicular traffic, construction machinery, DG sets and transportation of materials to the site. Further, during the operation phase, noise will be generated due to cargo handling operations, transport through conveyors, DG sets and vehicular traffic and the same will be felt upon the work personnel operating in the respective areas. Impacts were evaluated qualitatively taking into consideration the noise generating sources together with environmental conditions and the receptors Water Environment The impacts on inland water quality would arise from wastewater, floor washings etc. and the proposed treatment and disposal options. The qualitative impact assessment was covered on the surface water bodies in the project region. The runoffs containing contaminated water during construction and operational phases of the project can affect the water environment, if not properly controlled. The impacts were addressed and subsequent mitigation measures were provided in the EIA Report. Impacts were assessed on water resources of the region due to the Phase II expansion plan. Water balance diagram was provided in EIA report Land Environment The impacts on the land environment during the construction and operation phase shall largely result from reclamation, soil erosion, disposal of construction materials and change in land use patterns. The impacts on the land environment were evaluated qualitatively considering the activities involved in the construction and operation phases. 1.7 Analysis of Alternatives The analysis of alternatives considered for the site, expansion layout and connectivity were studied and presented in Chapter Environmental Monitoring Programme Environmental Monitoring Programme covering the technical aspects (including methodology, parameters, frequency, location, etc., and budgetary estimates) of monitoring to check the effectiveness of mitigation measures during construction and operation phases of the proposed expansion was prepared and provided in Chapter 6. 8

11 1.9 Additional Studies Public Consultation In line with the requirements of EIA Notification, 2006 (as amended) for Category A projects and as a part of compliance to MoEF suggested ToR, Public Hearing for Phase II expansion of Dhamra Port was conducted at Cyclone Shelter, Dosinga Village, Dhamra, Bhadrak District, Odisha. For conducting Public Hearing, the Draft EIA Report was prepared in accordance to MoEF approved ToR and Executive summaries in English and Local (Odia) languages were submitted to Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB). The Public Hearing was conducted on July 03, 2012 by OSPCB. The meeting was conducted by the panel consisting of Collector and District Magistrate, Bhadrak and Regional State Pollution Control Board Officer, Balasore. It was attended by the local public and public representatives in large number. The details of public consultation proceedings and responses of DPCL for observations raised by the public are discussed in Chapter Risk Analysis and Disaster Management Plan Risk analysis covering the hazard identification and consequence analysis during handling of hazardous materials like Crude oil, POL, Naphtha and LNG is carried out. Based on which, preventive measures and Disaster Management Plan were prepared outlining various measures to combat accidents and natural disasters. Also measures to guard against fire hazards have been provided in Chapter Traffic Studies Traffic surveys were carried out for a period of seven days on the NH-5 and three days count at two locations on the Jamuhadi-Dhamra road that connects Dhamra Port, to estimate the present traffic scenario in the project region. Also, traffic projections due to the proposed expansion of Port have been made. The adequacies of existing roads (width and number of lanes) were analyzed and accordingly recommendations have been proposed in Chapter Social Impact Assessment The likely social impacts associated with the Phase II expansion of Dhamra Port during construction and operational phases are detailed out in Chapter Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) The CSR activities carried out during Phase I development of Port and its expenditure is discussed in Chapter 7. Also the CSR budgetary provision made in Phase II development is discussed Project Benefits The project benefits in terms of improvements in the physical infrastructures and social infrastructure, employment potential and other tangible benefits are presented in Chapter 8. 9

12 1.11 Environmental Management Plan (EMP) An Environmental Management Plan (EMP) was prepared based on the mitigation measures for the impacts during construction and operation phases and environmental monitoring programme proposed. The mitigation measures have been discussed in Chapter 5 under the respective sections. The Environmental Monitoring Programme has been discussed in Chapter 6. The institutional mechanism responsible for the implementation of the mitigation measures and Green Belt development is presented in Chapter Statutory Approvals Obtained The EIA report with specified cargo as given in section 1.2 has been submitted to various statutory authorities and following have been completed/obtained: Public hearing was conducted by Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) OCZMA recommendation for CRZ Clearance vide letter no. OCZMA-1/ dated December 20, 2012 Consent to Establish by OSPCB vide letter no. 2615/Ind-II-NOC-5659 dated February 19, EAC, MoEF has appraised the project in its 119 th, 124 th, 125 th and 126 th meetings before issuing the Environmental/CRZ Clearance. Conclusion As discussed in above sections, the studies required for all cargo as detailed out in section 1.2 has been carried out and presented in EIA Report which was submitted for public hearing. All other associated approvals/recommendations such as OCZMA, CTE have been obtained for the detailed cargo. In light of this, DPCL requests MoEF to exempt further Public hearing and permit DPCL to resubmit the EIA Report containing the above mentioned studies. 10

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30 List of Appendices 20

31 Appendix A Environmental and CRZ Clearance for Phase II Expansion of Dhamra Port 21

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43 Appendix D ToR Approval Letter for Phase II Expansion of Dhamra Port 24

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48 BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT Dhamra Port is one of the deepest ports of India located in Bhadrak District of Odisha with a draught of 18.0m and can accommodate super cape-size vessels up to 180,000 DWT. The Dhamra Port Company Limited has implemented Phase I facility with a capacity of 25 MTPA consisting of Coal, Iron Ore and Lime Stone handling facilities which commenced in May, Further to Phase I, DPCL proposed for Phase II expansion for construction of 11 additional berths with cargo handling capacity of 71.3 MTPA and obtained Environmental and CRZ Clearance from Ministry of Environment and Forests vide letter No F.No /2009-IA.III dated 1 st January, The Form I of the application submitted by DPCL referred to the size of the project as follows: Dry Bulk Cargo MTPA (3 berths) Liquid Bulk Cargo MTPA (2 jetties) Container and Clean Cargo 1 million TEUs and 8 MTPA (6 berths) Thus it may be seen that the reference to cargo in Form I specified only the categories and volumes and did not specify any item of cargo. 3. The proposal for ToR submitted by DPCL did, however, mention some of the main items of cargo in each category like coal and limestone against the dry bulk cargo, crude and Naphtha against liquid cargo and steel against clean cargo. The ToR for Phase II expansion was issued vide MoEF letter No: /2009-IA.III, dated 18 th December, The reference made in the draft ToR was to some of the main cargo and cargo to be handled in a port cannot be limited to few specific items, the EIA study has considered a broader base of cargo including Coal, Iron Ore, Limestone, Manganese and other non-hazardous cargo within the category of Dry Bulk Cargo ; Fertilizer materials, Food grains, Raw Sugar, Edible Oil etc., Project cargo, Logs, Timber, Bagged cargo, Machines, Bitumen, Coal Tar etc., iron steel products and by products against the category of Clean (Break bulk) cargo ; Various Cargo against the category of Containerized Cargo and crude oil, POL products, Naphtha and LNG against the category of Liquid and Gas cargo. 5. The draft EIA report was prepared considering the above detailed cargos and submitted to SPCB for public hearing. The SPCB conducted the public hearing wherein all the above cargo handling and its implications were discussed. The final EIA report has been prepared by addressing the issues raised during public hearing and submitted to MoEF for appraisal and approval. 6. EAC, MoEF has appraised the project in their 119 th, 124 th,125 th and 126 th meetings and issued the Environmental/CRZ Clearance (EC) vide letter no. F.No /2009-IA.III, dated January 01, As the EC letter provided description of specific cargo, DPCL requested MoEF in April, 2014 to revise the letter and include the list of cargo at para 4 above as contained in the EIA report. 8. EAC, MoEF has appraised DPCL s request in their 132 rd and 135 th meetings and advised vide its minutes of 135 th meeting to submit revised Form 1, mentioning the details of cargo to be handled at the port. 9. Accordingly DPCL is herewith submitting revised Form 1 and draft ToR for revision in cargo mix for which required studies have been carried out, public hearing conducted and CRZ recommendation obtained. In light of this, DPCL requests MoEF to exempt further Public Hearing and permit DPCL to resubmit the EIA Report containing the above mentioned studies. 26

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