APPENDIX I

(See paragraph 6)
FORM I
(I)

Basic Information

Sl.No

Item

Details
Development of 6 lane SPUR, starting from km
26.320 of Mumbai Vadodara Expressway and
terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B which also
includes tunnel of length 4.4 km. The total length
of spur is 94.390 km.
The alignment is part of development of 8 lane
Vadodara Mumbai Expressway from Km
499.000 of NH-8 in Maharashtra to Km 80.000
of Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway (NE-1) in
Gujarat.
The project of access controlled expressway has
been taken up by the National Highways
Authority of India under National Highway
Development Program (NHDP) Phase-VI to be
implemented under Public Private Partnership
mode.
Location Map of the Project is attached as
Annexure I.
7(f)

1.

Name of the Project/s

2.

Sl. No in the Schedule

3.

Proposed capacity/area/length/tonnage to be
handled/command area/lease area/ number
of wells to be drilled

The proposed length of the SPUR is 94.390 km

with proposed Right of Way (PRoW) along the
entire stretch is 100/120 m except in stretch of
elevated structure where PRoW is 60 m.

4.

New/Expansion/modernization

New Alignment

5.

Existing Capacity/Area etc

No

6.

Category of Project i.e A or B

7.

Does it attract the general condition? If yes,

please specify.

Not Applicable

8.

Does it attract the specific condition? If yes,

please specify.

Not Applicable

9.

Location

The project road starts at km 26+320 of the main

Vadodara Mumbai Expressway near Vasai and
ends at km 24.476 of NH-4B near Panvel.

Plot/Survey / Khasra No.

Project involves land acquisition.

Village

The alignment passes through the residential

clusters and towns of Virar, Shirsad, Bhinar,

Ganeshpuri, Akloli, Vajreswari, Zidke, Awala,
Mahapoli, Angaon, Taloli (NH 3 Crossing),
Savad (Pise), Ambivli, Bapsai (NH222
Crossing), Vasat (Jambhul), Badlapur, Juweli,
Tamsai, Koproli, Vichumbe before ending at
Panvel. There are 61 revenue villages and towns
of Palghar & Thane district and 20 revenue
villages of Raigad district (List enclosed as
Annexure II)
Tehsil

District
State

Palghar District: Vasai and Vada

Thane District: Bhiwandi, Kalyan
Ambernath
Raigad District: Panvel

and

Palghar, Thane and Raigad Districts in the state

of Maharashtra
Maharashtra.

10.

Nearest railway station /airport along with

distance in kms.

The nearest railway stations(within 15 Km from

proposed alignment) are :
Vasai Railway Station
Nallasopara Station
Virar Railway Station
Panvel Railway Station
Chikale Railway Station
Khandeshwar Railway station
Mansarovar Railway station
Kalamboli Railway Station
Khargarh Railway Station
The nearest Airport is:
Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport approx.
30 km from project road.

11.

Nearest Town, City, District Headquarters The project road is passing through districts of
along with distance in kms.
Palghar, Thane and Raigad.

12.

Village Panchayaths, Zilla parishad, The project road is passing through above
Municipal Corporation, Local Body
referred towns and cities.

13.

Name of the Applicant

NHAI

14.

Registered Address

15.

Address for Correspondence:

National Highways Authority of India

(Ministry of Road Transport &Highways)

G-5 & 6, Sector-10 Dwarka, New Delhi 110075

Name

Shri V.K.Sharma

Designation (Owner/Partner/CEO)

Chief General Manager (LA & Env.)

Address

National Highways Authority of India

(Ministry of Road Transport &Highways)
G-5 & 6, Sector-10 Dwarka, New Delhi -

Pin Code
Email

110 075.
vksharma@nhai.org

Telephone No

011-25074100 & 25074200

Fax No.

91-011-25093543

16.

Details of Alternative Sites examined, if any The proposed alignment has been finalized after
location of these sites should be shown on a considering all available alternate options. The
topo sheet.
alternative alignment on google map is enclosed
as Annexure III.

17.

Interlinked Projects

18.

Weather separate application for interlinked No

projects submitted?

19.

If yes, date of submission

No

20.

If no, reason

The project involves procurement of soil/earth

from the borrow areas.
As per office memorandum Dated 18th Dec.
2012, issued by MoEF, following framework to
be followed:
i. Separate environment clearance for mining
of soil/earth from borrow areas, which are a
part of highway project are not required and
ii. The construction/widening of highways
along with the mining of soil/earth from
borrow areas to be considered as a single
project of appraisal under EIA Notification
2006.
The
NHAI/other
agencies
implementing the highway projects while
submitting the proposal for Terms of
Reference will submit the additional details
as
mentioned
in
above
referred
memorandum.

21.

Weather
the
proposal
involves Yes, the proposal involves following clearances
approval/clearance under If yes, details of which are under process

Yes.

the same and their status to be given.

(a) The Forest (Conservation) Act - 1980
(b)The Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972
(c) CRZ Notification 1991

(a) Forest Clearance for diversion of forest land

under The Forest (Conservation) Act 1980
(b) Obtaining Prior Clearance from the Standing
Committee of the National Board for Wild-life
as the project is located within 10 km of
Protected Areas (PAs)

22.

Weather there is any Government Order/ N/A

Policy relevant/relating to the site

23.

Forest Land involved (hectares)

24.

Approx. 99.713 Hectares of forest land is

involved.
Wheather there is any litigation pending No
against the project and /or land in which the
project is propose to be set up?
(a) Name of the Court
(b) Case No.
(c) Orders /directions of the Court, if
any and its relevance with the
proposed project.
I hereby given undertaking that the data and information given in the application and
enclosures are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and I am aware that if any part
of the data and information submitted is found to be false or misleading at any stage, the
project will be rejected and clearance give, if any to the project will be revoked at our risk
and cost.
Signature of the Applicant with
Name and full Address

V.K.SHARMA
Chief General Manager (LA & Env.)
National Highways Authority of India,
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
G 5 & 6, Sector 10, Dwaraka
New Delhi 110075
Date:
Place:

(II) Activity
1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the project involving actions, which will
cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.)
S.No. Information/ Checklist
confirmation
1.1

Permanent
or
temporary
change in land use, land cover
or
topography
including
increase in intensity of land
use (with respect to local land
use plan)

Yes/No

Yes

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/

rates, wherever possible) with source of
information
CHANGE IN LAND USE
Yes, there will be both temporary and permanent
change in the land use of the area.
The temporary change in land use will be due to
setting up of Labour Camps, Hot mix plant, Crusher,
WMM Plant, etc.
Permanent Change of land use will be in the area
falling in Proposed Right of way for the construction
of 6 lane Highway and other ancillary services like
Toll Plaza, wayside amenities etc.
CHANGE IN TOPOGRAPHY

1.2

Clearance of existing land,

vegetation and buildings?

Yes

1.3

Creation of new land uses?

Yes

1.4

Preconstruction
investigations e.g. bore house,
soil testing?
Construction works?

Yes

1.5

Yes

The road shall be constructed on an embankment

with average height of 4.5m and it involves tunneling
through Matheran Hill for 4.39 km from km 71+675
to km 76+121 which will change the topography in
this region.
The land, vegetation and buildings falling in
proposed right of way will be cleared after
acquisition of land.
Approximately 197 structures and 13534 trees falling
within Proposed RoW will be affected due to
proposed development.
The proposed development involves construction of 6
lane Expressway along with bridges, culverts,
interchanges, flyover, ROBs and cattle/vehicular
underpasses.
The new land use will also be created where Toll
plaza, truck laybye and way side amenities have been
proposed.
Pre Construction investigation like Bore-House,
Soil testing and testing of construction materials have
been done and results included in Feasibility Report.
The construction work includes the following
TYPE OF FEATURES

SPUR

Length

94.390

Interchanges

Pavment type

Rigid Pavement

S.No. Information/ Checklist

confirmation

Yes/No

1.6

Demolition Works?

Yes

1.7

Temporary sites used for

construction works or
Housing of Construction
workers?
Above ground buildings,
structures
or
earthworks
including linear structures, cut
and fill or excavations

Yes

1.9

Under
ground
works
including mining or tunneling

Yes

1.10

Reclamation Works?

No

1.8

Yes

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/

rates, wherever possible) with source of
information
Flyovers

Vehicular underpass

14 (13+1)

Vehicular overpass

10

Pedestrian underpass

29 (27+2)

Cattle underpass

33

Major Bridges

10

Minor Bridges

20 (19+1)

Minor Bridges (Utility)

6 (2+4)

ROBs

6 (4+2)

Culverts

150 (127+23)

Wayside amenities (A)

Wayside amenities (B)

Truck parking

Service roads

10.925 km

Tunnel

4.400 km

Elevated structures

3.400 km

Toll Plaza

7 (on loop/ramp)+ 1
(on main)

Tolling System

Closed type

Civil Cost

4886.58 crore

197 Structures falling within PROW will have to be

demolished.
Labor Camps for 250-350 labors will be established
at required locations, for this, land will be acquired
temporarily

The entire roadway corridor will be built on

embankment.
The above ground structures include major, minor
Bridges, flyovers, toll plaza, wayside amenities and
truck lay byes.
A tunnel of 4.4 km length is proposed which:
Starts from Km 71.675 (left) and Km 71.741
(Right)
Ends at Km 76.071 (Left) and Km 76.121
(Right)
The length of tunnel in Matheran Eco-sensitive zone
is 3.88 Km
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S.No. Information/ Checklist

confirmation
1.11

Dredging

No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/

rates, wherever possible) with source of
information
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1.12

Offshore structures

No

1.13

Production and manufacturing

processes?
Facilities for Storages of
goods or materials?

No

Not Applicable

Yes

Construction material like aggregates, sand, cement,

fuel and bitumen will be temporary stored in covered
sheds in construction camp.
Construction Stage
Liquid effluent
Approx. 11.61 KL/Day of liquid effluent will be
generated from Labor camps (Approx 250-300
labours) and Construction camps, the waste generated
will be treated in Septic Tank / Sedimentation Tank
before diverting it to soak pit. Mobile toilets will also
be provided.
Solid Waste
Approx. 75 kg/day of solid waste will be generated
from labor and Construction camps which will be
segregated and collected at source and later will be
disposed off through govt. authorized vendors.
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1.14

Yes/No

1.15

Facilities for treatment or

disposal of solid waste or
liquid effluents?

Yes

1.16

Facilities
housing
workers?

long term
operational

No

1.17

New road, rail or sea traffic

during
construction
or
operation?
New road, rail, air waterborne
or
other
transport
infrastructure including new
or altered routes and stations,
ports, airports etc?

Yes

New road traffic during construction and after

completion of the expressway.

Yes

Diversion/alternative
construction stage.

1.19

Closure or diversion of
existing transport routes or
infrastructure
leading
to
changes
in
traffic
movements?

Yes

1.20

New or diverted transmission

lines or pipelines?

Yes

1.21

Impoundment,
damming,
culverting, realignment or

Yes

1.18

for
of

approach

road

during

New service roads, during operation, leading to

vehicular underpasses and service roads in built-up
areas.
Diversion along existing national and state highways,
major district roads (MDR), other district roads
(ODR) and village roads (VR), wherever the
proposed alignment crosses, during construction
period will be undertaken as per IRC guidelines on
safety in construction zone.
Electric Poles, High Transmission (HT) lines, gas
pipelines, water supply pipelines and other utility
lines pass through the PROW.
It is proposed to provide 150 culverts in the project
corridor in order to maintain natural hydrology in the

S.No. Information/ Checklist

confirmation

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities/

rates, wherever possible) with source of
information
project area.

other
changes
to
the
hydrology of watercourses or
aquifers?
1.22

Stream crossings?

Yes

The proposed alignment of SPUR is crossing many

Streams. The major streams are:
Tansa, Ulhas, Vatsa, Kalu and Barvi

1.23

Abstraction or transfers of
water form ground or surface
waters?
Changes in water bodies or
the land surface affecting
drainage or run-off?
Transport of personnel or
materials for construction,
operation
or
decommissioning?

Yes

Water will be abstracted from surface and ground

source both for construction activities.

No

1.26

Long-Term dismantling
decommissioning
restoration works?

or
or

No

10 major, 20 minor, 6 utility bridges and 150 culverts

have been proposed in the project corridor to
maintain natural flow of the rivers/streams/canals etc
The construction materials will be transported during
construction from different sources identified along
the project road.
Construction labors will be stationed at temporary
hutments/ labor camps.
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1.27

Ongoing
activity
during
decommissioning which could
have an impact on the
environment?
Influx of people to an area in
either
temporarily
or
permanently?

Yes

Dismantling of labour camps after completion of

construction activities.

Yes

Yes, there will be temporary influx of people to the

project area as labors and other people who will be
involved directly or indirectly in the construction of
Expressway. However preference will be given to
local people in the employment.

Introduction of alien species?

Loss of native species or
genetic diversity?
Any other actions?

No
No

1.24

1.25

1.28

1.29
1.30
1.31

Yes

No

2. Use of Natural resources for Construction or operation of the Project (such as land,
water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in short
supply) :
S.No
2.1

Information /Checklist Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates

confirmation
wherever possible) with source of information data
Land
especially
Yes
1241.551 Ha of land will be acquired to build the
undeveloped
or
Expressway and associated facilities. This land includes
agricultural land (ha)
agricultural land (1031.36 Ha), Non agricultural Land
(55.977 Ha) and Forest land (99.713 Ha).

S.No

Information /Checklist
confirmation

2.2

Water (expected source

& competing users)
unit: KLD
Minerals (MT)
Construction materialstone, aggregates, and
/soil (expected sourceMT)

2.3
2.4

2.5
2.6

2.7

Forests and Timber

(source- MT)
Energy
including
electricity and fuels
(source,
competing
users)
Unit: fuel (MT), energy
(MW)
Any
other
natural
resources
(Use
appropriate
standard units)

Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities / rates

wherever possible) with source of information data
Yes

Approx. 5,640,000 KL of water is required which will be

sourced from Rivers present in the area.

No
Yes

S.No Material

Unit

Quantity

Cement

MT

1,230,000.00

Aggregate

MT

4,960,000.00

Sand

MT

2,940,000.00

Water

KL

5,640,000.00

Bitumen

MT

1,500.00

Diesel

KL

30,000.00

Earthwork in cut

Cum

7,580,000.00

Earthwork in fill

Cum 26,800,000.00

Tunnel excavates
Cum
(50% rock & 50 % earth)

13,67,190.00

No
Yes

Approx. 30000 KL of diesel will be used in DG sets

No

3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could

be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived
risks to human health.
S.No Information /Checklist
Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities
confirmation
/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
3.1
Use of substances or materials,
which are hazardous (as per
Diesel- 30000 KL
MSIHC rules) to human health or
Yes
Bitumen- 1500 MT
the environment (flora, fauna, and
water supplies)
3.2
Changes in occurrence of disease or
No

3.3

3.4

3.5

affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or

water borne diseases)
Affect the welfare of people e.g. by
changing living conditions?

Vulnerable groups of people who

could be affected by the project e.g.
hospital patients, children, the
elderly etc.
Any other cause

No

Yes

The proposed project will not affect the

welfare of people. However, it will provide
connectivity to Jawahar Lal Nehru Port
Terminal (JNPT) which will reduce travel time
and traffic on other roads and will improve the
environmental quality in the area.
There will be positive impact on Vulnerable
Groups of people due to improved connectivity
as travelling to educational institutions and
health care facilities will be faster and easier.

No

4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/

month)
S.No Information /Checklist
Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities
confirmation
/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
4.1
Spoil, overburden or mine wastes
Yes
Overburden due to replacement of top soil.
4.2

Municipal waste (domestic and or

commercial wastes)

Yes

4.3

Hazardous waste (as per Hazardous

Waste Management Rules)

No

Construction Phase
Domestic waste will be generated from labour
camps which will be disposed off as per MSW
Rules 2000.
Operation Phase
Small quantity of domestic / commercial waste
will be generated during operation phase from
Toll Plazas, which will be handled as per
prevailing rules.
N.A

4.4

Other industrial process wastes

No

N.A

4.5

Surplus product

No

N.A

4.6

Sewage sludge or other sludge from

effluent treatment

No

N.A

4.7

Construction or demolition wastes

Yes

4.8

Redundant machinery or equipment

No

Significant amount of demolition waste will be

generated due to dismantling of structures. The
construction waste generated will be reused in
the road construction activities.
N.A

4.9

Contaminated soils or other

materials

No

N.A

4.10

Agricultural wastes

No

N.A

S.No

Information /Checklist
confirmation

4.11

Other solid wastes

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate quantities

/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data

Yes

Top Soil, which will be stripped, stored and

reused in median filling and slopes of
embankment where grass turfing is proposed.

5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr)

S. No Information /Checklist
confirmation

Yes/No

5.1

Emissions from combustion of

fossil fuels from stationery or
mobile sources.

Yes

5.2

Emissions
from
production
processes
Emissions from materials handling
including storage or transport

No

5.3

5.4

Emissions
from
construction
activities including plant and
equipment

Yes

5.5

Dust or odours from handling or

materials including construction
materials, sewage and waste

Yes

5.6

Emissions form incineration of

waste
Emission from burning of waste in
open air (e.g. slash materials,
construction debris)
Emissions from any other sources

No

There may be accidental spillage during

handling of material. Standard Practices as per
Hazardous waste (Management and Handling)
Rules will be adopted.
During Construction period the emissions will
be from Plant, Machineries, Hot Mix plant,
Crusher plant, WMM plant, Movement of
Vehicles etc
There will be dust generation during
construction, loading & unloading of
Construction Materials and from the Crusher
plant.
N.A

No

N.A

No

N.A

5.7

5.8

Yes

Details thereof (with approximate quantities

/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
During Construction, emissions will be
generated from the Vehicles transporting
Construction Materials, Machineries involved
during construction and Diesel Generating Sets
which will be used as power back up.
During Operation, the emissions will be from
the mobile sources as vehicles running on
Road and from DG sets to be used as power
back up.
N.A

6. Generation of Noise and Vibration, and Emissions of Light and Heat :

S.No

Information /Checklist
confirmation

6.1

From operation of equipment e.g.

Yes/No

Yes

Details thereof (with approximate quantities

/ rates. Wherever possible) with source of
information data
During Construction Period noise will be

engines, ventilation plant, crushes

6.2
6.3

From industrial or similar processes

From construction or demolition

No
No

6.4

From blasting or piling

Yes

6.5

From construction or operational

traffic
From lighting or cooling systems
From any other sources

Yes

generated from equipments, machinery and,

crushers plants.
N.A
There will be noise and air emissions from
construction machinery during construction,
phase.
Controlled blasting will be practiced for cutting
hills during tunneling etc.
During Construction and Operation Phase

No
No

N.A
N.A

6.6
6.7

7. Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground or
into sewers, surface waters, ground water, coastal waters or the sea:
S.No

Information /Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

7.1

From handling, storage, use or spillage

of hazardous materials.

Yes

7.2

From discharge of sewage or other

effluents to water or the land (expected
mode and place of discharge)

No

7.3

By deposition of pollutants emitted to air

into the land or into water

Yes

7.4

From any other sources

No

7.5

Is there a risk of long term build up of

pollutants in the environment from these
sources?

No

Details thereof (with approximate

quantities / rates. Wherever possible)
with source of information data
There may be accidental spillage.
Required Precaution will be taken in
Storage, Handling of Hazardous Materials
and accidental spillage of hazardous
materials.
The sewage from Workers Camp will be
discharged in septic tanks and shall
conform to norms.
During operations Sewage from Way Side
Amenities will be treated in Packaged
Treatment Plant or as per established
norms
There will dust from back filters installed
in hot mix plant during construction
phase. This may deposit on land and
surface water.
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8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could affect
human health or the environment.
S.No

Information /Checklist confirmation

Yes/No

8.1

From explosions, spillages, fires etc from

Yes,

Details thereof (with approximate

quantities / rates. Wherever possible)
with source of information data
There may be accidental spillage.

storage, handling, use or production of

hazardous substances.

Required Precaution will be taken in

Storage, Handling of Hazardous
Materials and accidental spillage of
hazardous materials.

8.2

From any other causes

No

8.3

Could the project be affected by natural

disasters causing environmental damage
(e.g. floods, earthquake, landslides,
cloudburst etc)?

No

The project area lies in moderate

magnitude seismic Zone III. Adequate
provision will be given in design of
structures.

9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could

lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or
planned activities in the locality
S.No

Information /Checklist confirmation

9.1

Lead to development of supporting, utilities, Yes

ancillary development or development
stimulated by the project, which could have
impact on the environment e.g.

9.2
9.3

9.4

Supporting infrastructure (roads, power

supply, waste or waste water treatment,
etc)

Housing development

Extractive industries

Supply industries

Other
Lead to after use of the site, which could
have an impact on the environment.
Set a precedent for later developments.

Have cumulative effects due to proximity to

other existing or planned projects with
similar effects.

Yes/No

Details thereof (with approximate

quantities / rates. Wherever
possible)
with
source
of
information data
development
will
Proposed
provide improved access and
connectivity to the industries and
business enterprises in the area.

The project will also result in

development
of
supporting
infrastructures like towns, shops,
community facility in nearby
vicinity of the project.

Such induced development is not

likely to cause any adverse
impact on environment.

No

Yes

The proposed project will set

precedent for development as it is
planned to be developed in an
environment friendly manner with
controlled access and will act as a
landmark for future development in
the area.

No

(III) Environmental Sensitivity

S.No
1.

Areas
Areas
protected
under
international conventions,
national or local legislation
for
their
ecological,
landscape, cultural or other
related value

Aerial distance (within 15 Km.)

proposed project location boundary

Name/Identity

Yes

2.

3.

4.

5.
6.

Areas which are important

or sensitive for ecological
reasonsWetlands,
watercourse or other water
bodies,
coastal
zone,
biosphere,
mountains,
forests
Areas used by protected,
important
or
sensitive
species of flora or fauna for
breeding, nesting, foraging,
resting, over wintering,
migration
Inland, coastal, marine or
underground waters

Yes

Yes

Matheran
Eco-sensitive
zone
declared as Eco-sensitive zone by
MoEF notification Dated 4th
February 2003.
Tungareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary is
about 611 m from Chainage 1+500
km of the SPUR alignment.
Karnala Bird Sanctuary is located
7.11 km from the boundary of the
proposed SPUR alignment.
The proposed development passes
through Reserved Forest in Palghar,
Thane and Raigad District.
The proposed alignment falls within
15 km of Coastal Regulation Zone in
the State of Maharashtra.
The proposed alignment corridor
passes near Tungareshwar Wild Life
Sanctuary.
The project road alignment falls
within 15 Km of Karnala Bird
Sanctuary.

No
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State, National boundaries

Routes or facilities used by
the public for access to
recreation or other tourist,
pilgrim area
Defence Installations

No
Yes

8.

Densely populated or builtup area

Yes

The densely populated towns along the

project road are Virar, Vasat (Jambhul),
Juweli, Koproli, Vichumbe and Panvel.
Besides these, many villages are present
along the project road.

9.

Areas occupied by sensitive

man-made
land
uses
(hospitals, schools, places
of worship, community
facilities)
Areas containing important,
high quality or scarce

Yes

Schools, Hospitals and Places of

Worship will be affected directly and
indirectly along the proposed alignment.

Yes

Numbers of orchards like banana

plantations, mango plantations are

7.

10.

No

Certain village roads and other district

roads are used by the people to visit
temples. Also certain roads across the
alignment are used by tourists.
-

S.No

11.

12.

Areas
resources
(Ground water resources,
surface resources, forestry,
agriculture,
fisheries,
tourism, minerals)
Areas already subjected to
pollution or environmental
damage
(those
where
existing legal environmental
standards are exceeded)
Areas susceptible to natural
hazard which could cause
the project to present
environmental problems
(Earthquake,
subsidence,
landslides, erosion, flooding
or extreme or adverse
climatic conditions)

Aerial distance (within 15 Km.)

proposed project location boundary

Name/Identity

directly affected
development.

by

the

proposed

No
-

Yes
The project area lies in moderate
magnitude seismic Zone III. Adequate
provision will be given in design of
structures.

TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)

FOR PREPARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT (EIA)
&
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP)
FOR

DEVELOPMENT OF 6 LANE SPUR, STARTING FROM KM 26.320 OF MUMBAI

VADODARA EXPRESSWAY AND TERMINATES AT KM 24.416 OF NH 4B

FOR HIGHWAY PROJECT

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS AUTHORITY OF INDIA

(NHAI).
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Expressway and terminates at km 24.416 of NH 4B

1.

Introduction
India has about 3.3 million kilometers of road network, which is one of the
largest road network in the world. The roads in the country are either under
administrative control of the Union Government or the State Government
concerned. Roads in the country carry about 65 percent of freight traffic and 87
percent of passenger traffic. National Highways, the primary road network of
the country, are under the Union Government. The aggregate length of
National Highways is, at present, 70548 kms which is about 2 percent of the
road network but carries about 40 percent of road traffic.
Keeping in view of the importance of the National Highways for the economic
development, the Government of India has taken up an ambitious program of
development of the National Highways under different phases of National
Highway Development Project (NHDP). One of the phases of NHDP, namely,
NHDP Phase-VI is for development of 1000 km of expressways. The
expressways carry large volumes of traffic at high speed and are access
controlled.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has been entrusted with the
implementation of, inter-alia, NHDP Phase-VI. This project has been proposed
to be implemented under Public Private Partnership mode and to be executed
as Design, Build, Finance and Operate (DBFO) contracts. The 400 km long
Vadodara - Mumbai (VM) Expressway is one of the expressways which have
been identified for implementation in the first phase.
The proposed Vadodara- Mumbai Expressway and the Spur are to be built as
access controlled expressways with access allowed only at the interchanges.
Based on the finding for early construction and the status of preconstruction
activities, the Project has been recommended to be implemented in phases.
Keeping view of the above, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH)
has decided that the implementation of the project has to be done in three
phases. The details of phasing are given in Table 1.
Table 1: Project Phasing
Sl.
No.

Phases

Stretches

Length
(km)

State/UT

Phase I

Main Expressway Km
104+700 to Km
378+722

274.022

260.4 km in Gujarat;
5.5 km in DNH & 8.1
km in Maharashtra

172.77

Main Expressway
(78.38 km in Palghar,
Maharashtra)
and
SPUR (18.9 km in
Palghar, 55.3 km in
Thane & 20.2 km in
Raigad, Maharashtra)

26.32

26.32 km in Thane
Maharashtra

Phase II

Main Expressway Km
26+320 to Km 104+700
and
SPUR- (Km 0+00 to Km
94+390)

Phase III

Main Expressway Km
0+000 to Km 26+320

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The TOR deals with SPUR from Km 0+00 to Km 94+390. The length of SPUR
is about 94.390 Km.
Project Location
The entire alignment of the spur is a greenfield project. The project road starts
at km 26+320 of the main Vadodara Mumbai expressway near Vasai and ends
at km 24.476 of NH-4B near Panvel. The total length of the spur is 94.390 km
out of which 18.9 km (km 0.000 to km 18.900) lies in Palghar district, 55.3 km
(km 18.900 to km 74.200) lies in Thane district and 20.190 km (km 74.200 to
km 94.390) lies in Raigad district of Maharashtra. The alignment passes mostly
through plain and rolling terrain except in Matheran where the terrain is hilly.
On its way, the alignment passes the residential clusters and towns of Virar,
Shirsad, Bhinar, Ganeshpuri, Akloli, Vajreswari, Zidke, Awala, Mahapoli,
Angaon, Taloli (NH 3 Crossing), Savad (Pise), Ambivli, Bapsai (NH222
Crossing), Vasat (Jambhul), Badlapur, Juweli, Tamsai, Koproli, Vichumbe
before ending at Panvel.
2.

PROPOSED TERMS OF REFERENCE

Proposed Terms of Reference for the EIA study of the project road has been
largely formulated as per Model TOR for highway projects.
1. The study area will cover an area of 15 km either side of the corridor with
emphasis on immediate vicinity (500m) of the project highway.
2. EIA procedure will be guided as per recently published the EIA Manual for
highway projects.
3. Baseline environmental quality will be assessed within the study area with
emphasis along the projects vicinity with combination of primary and
secondary data sources. Onsite monitoring for air quality, noise level,
surface and groundwater and soil will be conducted for one season other
than monsoon season.
4. Inventorization of existing engineering features/ structures, utilities and all
environmental features will be done along the project highway.
5. Identification of suitable borrows areas; quarries and other construction
material sources will be identified. Haul diagram for haulage purposes
giving quarry charts indicating the location of selected borrow areas,
quarries and the respective estimated quantities will be provided.
6. Traffic surveys and Axle load survey will be conducted and demand
forecasting will be done.

3.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY

Study area
The immediate corridor of impact was considered 500 meters on both sides
from centerline of road. The critical environmental issues (protected areas
notified under wildlife (protection) Act 1972, critically polluted areas as notified
by Central Pollution Control Board, notified ecosenstive areas, interstate
boundaries and international boundaries) to be considered within 15 km from
the alignment.
Description of Environment
The study of environment includes following:

Topography, ground conditions, altitude, slope, etc.

Soil type and its characteristics, soil erosion and land slide problem,
geology of the area.
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Collection of data for Meteorological and climatological conditions including

rainfall, temperature, relative humidity, wind direction and wind speed, etc.
for nearest IMD stations.

Monitoring of Ambient air quality at 5 locations shall be carried out as per
the new air quality standard published by MOEF for Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)
(ug/m3), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) (ug/m3), Particulate Matter (PM10)
(ug/m3), Particulate Matter (PM2.5) (ug/m3) and Carbon Monoxide (CO),
(ug/m3). Modified West and Gaeke method (IS-5182 part-II, 1969) adopted
for estimation of SO2. Jacobs-Hochheiser method (IS-5182 part-IV, 1975)
adopted for the estimation of NOX. Samples for Carbon monoxide collected
as grab in glass tubes/bladder and determine by Gas Chromatography/
NDIR techniques. The prediction of pollutant concentration in future years
based on projected traffic to be worked out using CALINE 3 model.

Noise level measurements shall be carried out at 5 locations along the
project road for residential, commercial and sensitive locations during day
and night i.e. 6 am to 10 pm and 10 pm to 6 am at 10 locations as per
CPCB Standards. Prediction of Noise level during Operation phase in
future years to be determined using FHWA Model.

Study of hydrology of the project road. The surface water bodies (rivers,
lakes, streams, ponds) adjacent to /crossing the project road studied for
their characteristics - seasonal or perennial, their water flow pattern, their
catchment areas and usage. Ponds along the project road studied for their
extent of impact.

The depth of ground water table, the ground water availability in the project
area, the exploitation of ground water shall be studied.

Monitoring of Ground water at 2 locations and surface water resource at 3
locations of river Ullhas along the project road alignment and examination
for physico-chemical parameters. Collection of Surface water samples
Rivers. Collection of Ground water samples from most commonly used
ground water sources along the project road.

Analysis of the samples collected as per the procedures specified in
'Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater'
published by American Public Health Association (APHA).

The natural drainage of the project region, the existing drainage pattern of
the project road, runoff flow direction, possible flooding, erosion.

Land use pattern established along the project road classifying forest land,
agriculture land, water bodies, settlements (residential, commercial,
industrial) along the project road. Soil Monitoring for Physio Chemical
Characteristics at 4 locations.

Places of tourist interest, historical, archaeological places and places of
religious interests (if any) identified along the project road- in the immediate
vicinity and also within study area (15 km on either side of the project road).

Ecological Sensitive Locations: Survey of sensitive ecological locations,
such as wildlife sanctuary, national parks, bio reserve (if any). Ecological
Studies: Study of Terrestrial and aquatic ecology along the project road.
Identification of Flora and fauna in the project area. To identify whether any
wild life, endangered species, migrating species is present in the project
area, also whether any animal crossing occurs along the road.

Survey of Flora along the project road. Tree enumeration within the
proposed ROW including the girth size. Bare minimum tree felling to be
proposed.
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Study of Aquatic flora and fauna in the major water bodies crossing the
project road

Study of demographic details including population, schedule caste,
schedule tribe, literacy, occupation pattern in the settlements along the
project road, economic and social conditions, life styles, etc. along the
project road. Study of infrastructure facilities in the settlements along the
project road.

The social study will comprise socio-economic survey along the project
road and reflect the number and details of Project Affected Persons (PAPs)
along the project road.
Analysis of Alternatives
In- depth study of related maps, topographic sheets, physical inspection and
environmental and social screening carried out in order to find out the
technically and environmentally sound, most feasible alignment. Alternatives
analysed considering without and with project situations and components.
Alternatives compared on the basis of their potential environmental impacts,
capital and recurrent costs, suitability under local conditions, institutional
training and monitoring requirements. For each alternative, the environmental
costs and benefits were quantified to the extent possible and the basis for the
selected alternative stated.
Analysis of alternative included alignment selection, finalization of bypasses,
road widening to reduce the cutting of tree, minimum demolition of structures
and land use pattern and its acquisition.
Anticipated environmental Impact and mitigation measures
The impact assessment carried out in accordance with the requirement of the
Government of India and State and local level laws and guidelines. The
collected primary and secondary data compiled and analysed to establish a
comprehensive database and assesses the existing baseline environmental
condition.
Impact assessment carried out after establishing the baseline status of the
study corridor and analysis of the project data/activities. Wherever practicable,
a quantitative analysis was performed. Suitable computer models were used;
otherwise, the impact prediction involved quantification through mathematical
computation. The project activities were linked with the existing baseline
environmental conditions in order to short list the affected environmental
parameters and assesses the likely impacts on such parameters. Compliance
of the project with national standards has been duly checked. Following
aspects were given due importance during assessment of impacts and
recommending remedial measures:

Align of the project road and topographical changes

Roadside drainage to avoid water logging, erosion & environmental
degradation. Necessary arrangements for adequate drainage along the
road to avoid over flooding of surrounding area. Also suggestion of rain
water harvesting structures at least 3m-5m above the highest ground water
level.

Impact on soil along the project road.

Impact on borrow area and quarries. Suitable measures for rehabilitation of
Borrow areas.

Impact on ambient air quality due to air pollution during construction
activities and vehicle movement. Prediction of concentration of air
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pollutants during operation phase using simulation model CALINE 4.

Suggestion of adequate mitigation measures

Impact on noise level during construction activities and vehicle movement.
Impact of higher traffic volume during operation phase especially in
habitations and receptors like schools, hospitals. Impact prediction using
noise model-FHWA. Suggestion of mitigation measures for attenuating
noise.

Details of water requirement during construction phase and the respective
sources. Also measures required during construction of bridges & other
cross drainage structures across water bodies to minimize impact on
surface water quality during construction phase.

Nature quantity and disposal of Solid Waste (construction spoils, domestic
waste). Quantification of solid waste during construction phase. The same
shall be reused for construction of road for making haul road and camp site.
The surplus (if any) shall be disposed off to the designated dumping site
after permission from local statutory authority. The very minimum amount of
domestic waste likely to be generated from the camps during construction
phase, will be disposed off to the local designated dumping ground by the
local authority with payment basis.

Impact on terrestrial and aquatic ecology. Enumeration of roadside trees
present along the project road, legal status of the trees, effort to minimize
tree cutting, development plan for green belt along the road in the space
available with cost provision for development and maintenance. Necessary
permission to be obtained for cutting of trees from competent authorities

Public health & sanitation, and occupational health & safety of construction
workers.

Impact on safety of local people during construction and operation phases.
Measures for pedestrian safety and animal crossing during operation phase
by suggestion of locations for underpasses, foot over-bridges, service
roads. Adequate cattle crossings for movement of agricultural produce at
specific locations along the road.

Identification of accident prone zones and suggestion of road safety
features to avoid accidents. Providing details of road safety and signages.

Details of PAPs and socio-economic impacts
Public consultation & information disclosure
The consultation along the project road will be carried out with prior intimation
to the local authority and public by advertising the same in local newspaper.
The issues discussed during consultation shall be incorporated in the design
framework.
Environmental Monitoring Program
Environmental monitoring plan for construction and post construction phases of
the project road will be formulated to ensure effectiveness of implemented
environmental mitigation measures. Cost of Environmental Monitoring Plan for
construction and post construction phase of the project will be worked out.
Environment Management Plan
Environment Management Plan (EMP) is the key to ensure a safe and clean
environment during construction and operation phases. The desired results
from the environmental mitigation measures proposed in the project may not be
obtained without a management plan to assure its proper implementation and
function. The EMP will envisage the plans for the proper implementation of
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mitigation measures to reduce the adverse environmental impacts arising out

of the project activities during construction and operation phase. The following
issues will be addressed in the EMP

Preventive mitigation, compensatory & enhancement measures for
minimization & abatement of the undesirable impacts caused during the
construction and operation stage.

Details of management plans (compensatory plantation, solid waste
management plan, borrow area management plan, occupational safety and
health plan etc.) including their implementation schedule and supervision
programme.

Identified/ recommended institutional set up for implementation of the EMP
including institutional requirements, staffing and training.

Environmental monitoring programme during construction and operation
phase including parameters, locations and frequency of monitoring,
monitoring mechanisms, performance indicators, implementation
programme and cost.

Environmental Management Budget: The preliminary environmental budget
considering the environmental aspects for the project.
In addition to above, following information/ data will be collected and
incorporated in the EIA Report:

Topography of the project site will be described using toposheet and field
observation. Filling / earth excavation will be quantified and source of filling
materials and its transportation issues will be addressed in the report.
Strategies will be suggested to reuse the excavated earth generated from
the project site. The impact of the project on the existing drainage pattern
will be addressed and mitigation measures will be suggested to counter the
adverse impact on the existing drainage pattern.

Quantification of air pollution load from the proposed project will be done.
Potential environmental impacts will be assessed qualitatively and
quantitatively. The changes in the quality of the environment will be
predicted using appropriate available model approved by MoEF. In case
the ambient air quality of the surrounding area is predicted to be critical
then additional strategies will be suggested as air pollution mitigation
measures.

Availability of water and impact on other users on account of water drawl

for the proposed project will be assessed using historical flow data of
stream. Permission from competent authority to draw the required quantity
of water will be obtained. Strategies will be suggested to ensure that the
wastewater does not contaminate the environment.

Greenery development plan will be prepared to enhance the aesthetic

quality of the environment. The plan will also concentrate on measures that
will be helpful in attenuating air and noise pollution levels from the project.
Indigenous species and those having long-term economic value will be
considered for plantation.

The existing traffic movement pattern and intensity on the main roads will
be monitored. Traffic projection will be done and the impact of additional
traffic due to the proposed augmentation/strengthening work will be
assessed including health and safety matters.

Rainwater harvesting strategies within the project corridor shall be explored

depending the ground water conditions in the study area.
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The project specific impacts and its mitigation related to safety aspects viz.
(i) safety of construction workers, (ii) safety of road users including
pedestrians and cyclists (iii) safety to cattle; (iv) safety of local community
(iv) unsafe/ hazardous traffic conditions due to construction vehicle
movement will be addressed comprehensively during design and
construction stage and (v) need for safety audit will be assessed. Based on
standard procedures prescribed by the National Safety Council and
provisions mentioned in the Factories Act, occupational health and safety
aspects of the project will be identified.

Environmental Management Plan will be drawn up to maintain and enhance

the environmental quality along the project corridor. In case the quality of
the environment is expected to deteriorate beyond acceptable limits,
additional strategies will be suggested. The EMP will earmarked specific
staff, instruments and finances for routine environmental management as
well as collection, collation and examination of various environmental data.
A post-project monitoring plan will be suggested to monitor the changes in
the environmental quality after implementation of the project. All necessary
administrative measures will be incorporated in the EMP to achieve the
following objectives:
-

Reduction of adverse environmental impacts

Improvement of environmental quality of the surrounding area

Waste minimization, reuse and resource recovery

Waste segregation to make the treatment and disposal cost-effective

Establish proper monitoring mechanism with adequate infrastructure

Potential hazards that may arise out of storage / transportation of

hazardous chemicals / materials during construction work will be
systematically identified using standard hazard identification
procedures. Maximum credible accident scenarios will be considered
for consequence analysis.

Social impact assessment will be carried out by assessing the various

developmental potential of the proposed project in the field of
employment generation, improvement in physical and social
infrastructure base.

All environmental concerns directly related to the project activity, as

addressed by the Public, State Administration and NGO during the
public hearing process would be duly addressed in the Final EIA along
with the commitments of the project promoter.

Annexure I

LOCATION MAP

Annexure II
List of Villages falling along the SPUR alignment
Sl.
No.

Tehsil

Village

Sl.
No.

Tehsil

Village

Villages in Palghar district of Maharashtra

1

Vasai

Ambode

Vasai

Navsai

Vasai

Bhinar

Vasai

Bhatane

Vasai

Kalambhon

10

Vasai

Adane

Vasai

Shirsad

11

Wada

Nimbvali

Vasai

Kashidkopar

12

Wada

Gorad

Vasai

Mandvi

13

Wada

Kelthan

Vasai

Chandip

Villages in Thane district of Maharashtra

Bhivandi

Akloli

25

Kalyan

Balyani

Bhivandi

Mahalunge

26

Kalyan

Umbharni

Bhivandi

Ghotgaon

27

Kalyan

Nandap

Bhivandi

Kasbe Dugad

28

Kalyan

Manivali

Bhivandi

Mohili Br.

29

Kalyan

Rayate

Bhivandi

Mohili

30

Kalyan

Pimploli

Bhivandi

Malbidi

31

Kalyan

Vaholi

Bhivandi

Nandithane

32

Kalyan

Manjarli

Bhivandi

Supegaon

33

Kalyan

Aapti Tarfe Bahe

10

Bhivandi

Nivali

34

Kalyan

Goveli

11

Bhivandi

Pundas

35

Kalyan

Ambivali Tarfe
Vasundri

12

Bhivandi

Khandpe

36

Ambarnath

Dapivali

13

Bhivandi

Chinchvali

37

Ambarnath

Dhoke

14

Bhivandi

Vadpe

38

Ambarnath

Aambeshiv Br.

15

Bhivandi

Borivali

39

Ambarnath

Yeranjad

16

Bhivandi

Usroli

40

Ambarnath

Sonivali

17

Bhivandi

Amane

41

Ambarnath

Badlapur

Annexure II

18

Bhivandi

Kiravali

42

Ambarnath

Sape

19

Bhivandi

Sange

43

Ambarnath

Joveli

20

Bhivandi

Vahuli

44

Ambarnath

Bhoj

21

Bhivandi

Pise

45

Ambarnath

Khuntvali

22

Bhivandi

Kukse

46

Ambarnath

Bendshil

23

Kalyan

Konderi

47

Ambarnath

Chamtoli

24

Kalyan

Sangode

48

Ambarnath

Dahivali

Villages in Raigarh District

Sl.
No.
1

Tehsil

Panvel

Villages

Sl.
No.

Tehsil

Vangani Tarfe
Taloje

11

Panvel

Villages
Vihighar

Panvel

Karambeli Tarfe
Taloje

12

Panvel

Panvel

Shirvali

13

Panvel

Shivkar

Panvel

Ambe

14

Panvel

Chiple

Panvel

Morbe

15

Panvel

Devad

Panvel

Khanav

16

Panvel

Vichumbe

Panvel

Chinchvali
Tarfe Vaje

17

Panvel

Panvel

Bhanghar
Tarfe Vaje

18

Panvel

Panvel

Vakadi

19

Panvel

Karnjade

10

Panvel

Nere

20

Panvel

Nandgaon

Moho

Usarli Kh.
Kalundre

Bhatne
Navsaipada

Kas

Medhe
Ambote

Telchapada

Jamanpada

Travel Distance From

Node 1 to Node 10
Alternate Alignment
hid
ar
kop

Kutjapada

3
Dive

Kevni

Kopar

Kalvar

Kallipada

Vavli

Gotadichapada

Betavde

Dativli

Kasheli

Kharbav

Shivansaipada

Shivansai

Tiplipada

Chandip

Sirsad
Mandvi

LEGEND :

Outer Recommended Alignment

Alternative Alignments

Proposed Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway Alignment

ALIGNMENT/ALTERNATIVES FOR
SPUR TO JNPT

Taloje Mazkur

Turambhe

Borivli

Patipada

7
Navde

Pendhar

Tondhre

Ghote

Karvi

Taloja Budrukh

Usarghar

Vaklan

Vihighar

Vakdi

Khairwadi

Industrial Area

Ambivli

Sangtoli

Teraghar

Umroli

Ghotsal

Tomsa

Phanspada

Thokerwal

Bhoj

Dahivli

Juweli

Kharvai

Shirgaon

Vaholi

Pimploli

Deshpandepada

Dundrepada

Voghera

Usroli

Dundre

Nandep

Panjrapura

Bale

Manivli

Umbharnal

Balyani

Vasundri
Konderipada

ata

Narivli

Songade

Sange

Kiravli

Chiradpada

Manjarli

Vadavli

Vadavli

Amne

Khanval

Vashere

Bohirpada

Jombhu

Kole

Vadpe

Khaling Khurd
Chinchavli

Chave
Pandris

Vasat

Gharivli

Bhopar

Dhamangaon

Khandpe

Nivli

Karanjoti

Nandithane

Bhendipada

Chaparachpada

y
Ro

Ghesar

Nilaje

Bharodipada

Anjur Divepada

Anjur

Kalher

Purne

Rahan

Dunge

Vodghor

Vadu Navghar

Nandurki

Tembhavli

Monichpada

Dugad

Vedhe

Angaon

Mohili
Bombydchapada

Ghotgaon

Vedhepada

Mohlunge

Usroli

Ponirdpai

Palivli

Ghoblichapada

Majivada

Chimbipada

Vajreshwari

Kuha

Khadki Khurd

Kuhurpada

Bhivali

Khadki Budrukh

Tilher

Khairpada

Kaloshipada

Majivlipada

Ghotgaonpada

Ughanpada

Mhaskina
Palichapada

Dapivi

kalbhon

Shirovli

Tukripada
Jalkaipada

Ganeshpuri

Ghateghar

Akloli

Majivli

Parol

Bhinar
Tulsipada

Adne

Anneuxre III

Industrial Area