draft resettlement and rehabilitation action plan

Draft Resettlement and Rehabilitation Action Plan – Package G 5 Substations Haryana Power System Improvement Project

HARYANA POWER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

DRAFT RESETTLEMENT AND REHABILITATION ACTION PLAN

PACKAGE G-5

220 KV SUB-STATION MASOODPUR (HISAR DISTRICT) 220 KV SUB-STATION SAGBAN (BHIWANI DISTRICT)

220 KV A-5 SUB-STATION FARIDABAD (FARIDABAD DISTRICT) 220 KV SUB-STATION RAIWALI (AMBALA DISTRICT)

for

HARYANA VIDYUT PRASARAN NIGAM LIMITED

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5th Floor, Tower C, DLF Building No.8, Cyber city Phase II Gurgaon 122 022 (Haryana), India

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April 2009

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TTTAAABBBLLLEEE OOOFFF CCCOOONNNTTTEEENNNTTTSSS LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS ................................................................................................ 5

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .................................................................................................... 6 CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION AND METHODOLOGY ................................................................. 9 1.1 Background ................................................................................................................ 9 1.2 The Project- HPSIP .................................................................................................... 9 1.3 Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited ................................................................... 9 1.4 Package G-5 of the Project (220 kV Sub-Stations).................................................... 10 1.5 Measures Taken to Minimize Impacts ...................................................................... 10 1.6 Objectives and Scope of the Study............................................................................ 10 1.7 Approach and Methodology ..................................................................................... 11 1.8 Structure of the Report ................................................................................................. 12

CHAPTER 2 – PROFILE OF THE PROJECT AREA ........................................................................ 13 2.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 13 2.2 Profile of Hisar, Bhiwani, Faridabad and Ambala District ........................................ 13 2.3 Socio-economic profile of the substation villages ..................................................... 15

CHAPTER 3 - LAND ACQUISITION AND ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES ..................................... 16 3.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 16 3.2 220 kV Sub-station at village Masoodpur ................................................................. 16 3.3 220 kV Sub-station at village Sagban ....................................................................... 17 3.4 Upgradation of Existing 66 kV A-5 substation at Faridabad...................................... 18 3.5 220 kV Sub-station at village Raiwali....................................................................... 18 3.6 Summary.................................................................................................................. 20 CHAPTER 4 – IMPACT ASSESSMENT ....................................................................................... 21 4.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 21 4.2 Land Acquisition and Resettlement Impacts ............................................................. 21 4.3 Socio-economic Profile of the Affected Households ................................................. 21 4.4 Other Impacts........................................................................................................... 23

CHAPTER 5 – STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATIONS ...................................................................... 26 5.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 26 5.2 Consultations at Masoodpur Substation .................................................................... 26 5.3 Consultations at Sagban Substation .......................................................................... 30 5.4 Consultations at A-5 Substation, Faridabad .............................................................. 33 5.5 Consultations at Raiwali Substation.......................................................................... 35

CHAPTER 6 – RESETTLEMENT POLICY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK ........................................... 39 6.1 Policy, Legal and Regulatory Framework ................................................................. 39 6.2 Procedure for Land Acquisition ................................................................................ 39 6.3 World Bank Operational Policy on Involuntary Resettlement (OP 4.12) ................... 41 6.4 HVPNL Environment and Social Policy and Procedures .......................................... 41 6.5 Social Entitlement framework .................................................................................. 41

CHAPTER 7 – COMPENSATION AND ASSISTANCE .................................................................... 47 7.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 47 7.2 Compensation and assistance – Masoodpur Sub-station............................................ 47 7.3 Compensation and Assistance – Sagban ................................................................... 47 7.4 Compensation and Assistance – A-5 Sub-station ...................................................... 48 7.5 Compensation and Assistance – Raiwali................................................................... 48


CHAPTER 8 – INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS AND GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISMS ... 50 8.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 50 8.2 Institutional Framework ........................................................................................... 50 8.3 Social Procedures ..................................................................................................... 50 8.4 Capacity Building..................................................................................................... 51 8.5 Grievance Redress Mechanism ................................................................................. 52 CHAPTER 9 – BUDGET ESTIMATES ........................................................................................ 54 9.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 54 9.2 Budget...................................................................................................................... 54

CHAPTER 10 – IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE ......................................................................... 58 10.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 58 10.2 Implementation Issues and Schedule ........................................................................ 58


LLLIIISSSTTT OOOFFF AAANNNNNNEEEXXXUUURRREEESSS Annexure A – Hisar Annexure A1 – Photographs of proposed site for Sub-Station at Masoodpur .....................................................61 Annexure A2 – Details of Land Transfer of proposed site for Sub-Station at Masoodpur...................................62 Annexure A3 – Details of Stakeholder Consultations for Sub-Station at Masoodpur .........................................63 Annexure A-4 General Electric Layout of the Masoodpur Sub-station ..............................................................68 Annexure B- Sagban Annexure B1 – Photographs of proposed site for Sub-Station at Sagban ...........................................................70 Annexure B2 – Layout Map of proposed site for Sub-Station at Sagban............................................................71 Annexure B3 – Details of Land Transfer of proposed site for Sub-Station at Sagban.........................................72 Annexure B4 – Notification regarding circle rate for the district Bhiwani .........................................................74 Annexure B5 – Details of Stakeholder Consultations for Sub-Station at Sagban................................................76 Annexure C -Faridabad Annexure C1 – Photographs of proposed site for upgradation of Sub-Station at Faridabad ................................83 Annexure C2 – Layout Map of proposed site for Sub-Station at Faridabad........................................................84 Annexure C3 – Details of Stakeholder Consultations for Sub-Station at Faridabad............................................85 Annexure D - Raiwali Annexure D1 – Photographs of proposed site for Sub-Station at Raiwali ..........................................................89 Annexure D2 – Layout Map of proposed site for Sub-Station at Raiwali...........................................................90 Annexure D3 – Panchayat resolutions of Raiwali and Ghazipur for additional acres of land ..............................91 Annexure D4 – Notification regarding circle rate for Raiwali village, district Ambala.....................................103 Annexure D5 – Details of Stakeholder Consultations for Sub-Station at Raiwali.............................................104 Annexure E - List of Officials Annexure E – List of Officials .......................................................................................................................110 Annexure F - Details of Project Affected Persons Annexure F1 – Details of Project Affected Persons ........................................................................................112 Annexure G - Government of Haryana Notification on leasing of panchayat lands Annexure G Notification on lease of panchayat lands.....................................................................................114 Annexure H1– Consultation Checklist ...........................................................................................................117 Annexure H2 – Census/Socio Economic Survey Questionnaire ......................................................................119 Annexure H3 – Rate list of Trees ...................................................................................................................124


LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AEE Assistant Electrical Engineer

BPL Below Poverty Line

CFL Compact Fluorescent Lamp

ESMC Environment and Social Management Committee

ER&RC Environmental Rehabilitation and Resettlement Committee

ESIU Environmental and Social Implementation Unit

ESPP Environmental and Social Policy and Procedures

GOI Government of India

GRC Grievance Redressal Committee

HH Household

HPGCL Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited.

HVPNL Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited

IT Information Technology

JE Junior Engineer

kV Kilo volts

LAA Land Acquisition Act, 1894 (1984)

OP Operational Policy

PAF Project Affected Families

NGO Non Government Organization

NRRP National Resettlement and Rehabilitation Policy 2007

PAF Project Affected Family

RRAP Resettlement and Rehabilitation Action Plan

ROW Right of Way

SAMP Social Assessment and Management Plan

SC Scheduled Castes

SDO Sub-Divisional Officer

TS Transmission System

UHBVNL Utter Haryana Bijli Vitaran Nigam Limited

XEN/EE Executive Engineer

WB World Bank


EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The proposed project – Haryana Power System Improvement Project, funded by the World Bank and being implemented by Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL), aims to improve the accountability, efficiency and quality of electricity services in Haryana through investments in power supply infrastructure, training/capacity building and technology-transfer, and overall institutional strengthening. Scope of the Resettlement and Rehabilitation Plan This plan looks into the land acquisition issues and other impacts through social analysis. Resettlement and Rehabilitation Plan has been prepared for G-5 Package consisting of four 220 kV sub-stations in villages of Masoodpur, Hisar district, Sagban, Bhiwani district, upgradation of A-5 Sub-station, Faridabad district and Raiwali, Ambala district. The Report has been prepared for the Project in compliance with the Environment and Social Policy and Procedures (ESPP) of the HVPNL. Land Acquisition and Resettlement Impacts HVPNL in its attempt to locate an ideal spot for siting of the sub-station had identified two sites in Masoodpur village in Hisar district. The village however was willing to give this plot of land for the proposed substation as they wished to utilize the other larger plot for some other purpose. The 22.5 acres of land selected for construction of sub-station is barren and uncultivable piece of land. This site, finalized on the available Panchayat land, has avoided impact on habitations, agricultural land, residential and commercial areas. Masoodpur Panchayat has agreed to transfer the selected land to HVPNL on lease. The proposed 220 kV sub-station at the village Sagban, is located in Bhiwani district. Only one site was considered and finalized by HVPNL. Its’ siting is consistent with the principle enshrined in HVPNL’s Environmental and Social Policy and Procedures (ESPP) that lays emphasis on avoidance, mitigation and alleviation. Panchayat has agreed to transfer 22 acres of land to HVPNL for constructing the sub-station at no cost. The existing 66 kV sub-station, located in Faridabad town is proposed for upgradation. This sub-station became operational in the year 1978 on a plot of 14 acres of land. The sub-station area includes towers, transformers, control room, office, 88 staff quarters of different categories for employees of HVPNL and DHVBN. The upgradation shall be carried out within the existing area. The proposed 220 kV sub-station at Raiwali village is located in Ambala district. Two sites were considered for the proposed Sub-station. The site at Bhadok village had undulating land and plenty of mature trees that would be cut and therefore was not considered. The finalized site at Raiwali is on a very fertile piece of panchayat agricultural land where Wheat and Paddy are the main crops that are being cultivated. Panchayat has agreed to transfer 20 acres of this land on the agreement that they shall receive improved power supply. During the social impact assessment, it was confirmed that due to loss of land, there shall be no displacement of any person. However, 9 persons may experience loss of income if the substation construction work starts immediately, owing to the fact that they have got the panchayat land on annual lease. Overall, 8 affected persons (PAPs) were surveyed in this package and 3 of them were found to be vulnerable.


Community Consultations Consultation was used as an important tool to gauge people’s perceptions and record their views with reference to the important infrastructure development in their area. Consultations were conducted with the Panchayat, village community and women group. Consultation with Panchayat at Masoodpur village brought forth that the land is being given to HVPNL on lease and in lieu of that they will be compensated as per HVPNL’s policy. However, the Panchayat resolution does not mention the compensation and assistance amount. In case of Sagban village, the consultation confirmed that resolution had been passed as the village faces acute shortage of power. At A-5 Faridabad, perceptions were obtained on the status of power supply as experienced by those living within and outside the sub-station colony. For those living in urban area, better power supply in itself was worthy of much appreciation. In case of Raiwali village, consultations brought that the villagers were by and large economically well-off and lived comfortably, though they experienced serious difficulties in cultivation as their village faced power shortage. Sub-station in their village is expected to help them greatly. They also understood that subsequently this would also lead to improvement of the approach road and would benefit both the sub-station staff and villagers. With regard to the issue of provision of employment opportunities in the project, villagers indicated that any opportunities would be really beneficial. Women groups in all these areas opined that this was a long awaited and much needed development measure and uninterrupted electricity will have a positive impact on their daily household activities. Resettlement Principles and Policy Framework This project is based on the resettlement principles of avoidance, minimization and alleviation. Among other principles, special attention has been paid for the improvement in living standards of marginalized and vulnerable groups and ensuring the delivery of R&R entitlements and compensation for lost assets based on HVPNL’s entitlement framework. This project has taken into account the HVPNL’s Environment and Social Policy and Procedures, which cover the mandatory social requirements for HVPNL transmission works including Land Acquisition Act 1894, Haryana Government Rehabilitation & Resettlement Policy for land acquisition, WB OP 4.12 involuntary resettlement and WB OP 4.10 Indigenous People. These policies National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy 2007 has also been consulted while framing the ESPP. For arriving at the compensation and assistance for panchayat land, the Consultants have also taken into cognizance the government notification dated 3/3/2008 that specifies the norms for leasing of village land. Public is informed about the project at every stage of execution by press notes and media release etc. During the social impact assessment the survey team disseminated information on land requirement for the substation, proposed R&R measures and compensation packages was disseminated. Entitlement Framework HVPNL’s framework is to ensure realistic rehabilitation and compensation of the acquired assets of affected covering categories such as loss of land (homestead land, agriculture land, tenants, lease holders, encroachers/ squatters etc), loss of structure ( with valid title, tenants, leaseholders, squatters, cattle sheds, workshop sheds etc.), loss of livelihood, loss of standing crops/ trees, loss of access to common property resources (CPR) and facilities, losses to host communities, panchayat land and additional benefits for vulnerable persons. The entitlements for this subproject adopt and comply with the HVPNL’s framework. In Package G-5, transfer of Panchayat land and assistance to persons who have taken panchayat agricultural land on annual lease, are covered as per the entitlement framework.


Institutional Framework and Grievance Redressal A three-tier set up is proposed in the ESPP of HVPNL viz., Divisional, Zonal and at Headquarters, comprising of Officials at respective levels. At the Head Quarter Level it is Environment, Resettlement and Rehabilitation Committee (ERRC), at Zonal level it is Environment and Social Monitoring Committee (ESMC), and at the Division level it is Environment and Social Implementation unit (ESIU). Grievance’s if any will be first addressed by the ESMC. Compensation and Budget Estimates Budget estimates have been worked out for two scenarios. In scenario I – where land is taken as per panchayat resolution the consolidated budget for the RRAP under Package G-5 is Rs. 7,51,95,022 (Rupees Seven Crore Fifty One Lakhs Ninety Five Thousand and Twenty Only). In scenario II, where land is taken on lease as per Haryana government policy, the consolidated budget for RRAP under Package G-5 is Rs. 19,13,30,694/- (Rupees Nineteen Crores Thirteen Lakhs Thirty Thousand Six Hundred and Ninety Four) only.


CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION AND METHODOLOGY

1.1 Background The power demand in Haryana on an average has been of the order of 7 to 8% in the past. Now it is in the range of 14% for the state as a whole and between 20-25% in certain pockets like in Gurgaon district. In response to this increasing demand, HVPNL has prepared a comprehensive transmission program that proposes power load growth and evacuation of the proposed capacity addition of power at an estimated cost of Rs. 7643 crore during the 11th Five year plan. Under this program HVPNL will undertake construction of new sub-stations, installations of additional transformers and laying of new transmission lines interlinking of lines of existing substations. The state of Haryana in the northern part of India is located strategically close to the National Capital of India New Delhi, and one third of its area falls within the National Capital Region (NCR). It is bordered by Himachal Pradesh and Punjab to the north and by Rajasthan to south and west. Its borders to Uttar Pradesh in the East are defined by the River Yamuna. The capital of the state is Chandigarh which is administered as a Union Territory and is also the capital of Punjab. 1.2 The Project- HPSIP The proposed project – Haryana Power System Improvement Project (HPSIP), funded by the World Bank, aims to improve the accountability, efficiency and quality of electricity services in Haryana through investments in power supply infrastructure, training/capacity building and technology-transfer, and overall institutional strengthening. Major objectives include improving service delivery; enhancing operational efficiency and institutional capacities. The improvement of service delivery of the transmission company i.e. HVPNL is aimed at by ensuring efficient transmission of additional power to be available within the state over the next 4 years; providing greater grid stability and system security; and by facilitating the transmission to an open access regime within the state. Another important objective, which the project has envisaged includes enhanced operational efficiency and customer service levels in selected geographical areas of Haryana through investments. This project’s third important target is to enhance institutional capacities of three utilities in the transmission lines and distribution sub-sectors through introduction of modern management practices.

In this context, the World Bank is supporting the strengthening of transmission system for enhancing reliability and system security as well as to reduce transmission losses, by constructing new sub-stations and transmission lines. The project is being executed by the Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL). HVPNL has divided the current phase of work into 13 packages consisting of substations and transmission lines. 1.3 Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited In 1998, the Haryana State Electricity Board (HSEB) was re-organized into State owned corporation namely Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) for Transmission and Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL). HPGCL was made responsible for operation and maintenance of State’s own power generating stations. HVPNL was entrusted the power transmission and distribution functions. Simultaneously, an independent regulatory body i.e. Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC), was constituted to aid and advise the State Government on the development of the power sector, to regulate the


power utilities and take appropriate measures to balance the interest of various stake-holders in the power sector, namely electricity consumers, power entities and generation companies etc. HVPNL was further reorganized on July 1, 1999 by carving out two more Corporations, namely Utter Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Ltd. (UHBVNL) and Dakshin Haryana Vitran Nigam Ltd. (DHBVNL) with the responsibility of distribution and retail supply of power within their jurisdiction. While UHBVNL is responsible for Ambala, Yamunanagar, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Karnal, Panipat, Sonepat, Rohtak, Jhajjar and Jind districts, DHBVN caters to Hisar, Fatehabad, Bhiwani, Sirsa, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Mewat, Rewari and Narnaul districts.

1.4 Package G-5 of the Project (220 kV Sub-Stations) The present report has been prepared for Package G-5 consisting of four 220 kV sub-stations that are being proposed. These are:

1. 220 kV Masoodpur (Hansi) with 1x100 MVA, 220/132 kV + 1x100 MVA, 220/33 kV transformers in Hisar district;

2. 220 kV Sagban (Tosham) with 1 x 100 MVA, 220/33 kV 1 x 100 MVA 220/132 kV transformers in Bhiwani district;

3. 220 kV A-5 Faridabad (Up gradation of 66 kV) with 2 x 100 MVA 220/66 kV S/stn Transformer in Faridabad district; and

4. 220 kV Raiwali (Ambala) with 1 x 100 MVA, 220/66 kV and 1 x 100 MVA, 220/33 kV transformers in Ambala district.

The present report contains the findings of the social assessment for the required land for the proposed sub-stations. The report is prepared in conformity with the provisions of the Environment and Social Policy and Procedures of HVPNL. 1.5 Measures Taken to Minimize Impacts In line with the principles underlined in HVPNL’s social policy of avoidance, minimization and alleviation, efforts were made to minimize the adverse impacts of the project, while selecting the site. Various parameters considered for finalizing the site include:

Availability of infrastructure facilities such as access roads, railheads, etc; Type of land viz. government, revenue, private, agriculture; Impact on families; and Cost of compensation and rehabilitation.

1.6 Objectives and Scope of the Study The main objective of the study was to:

Identify the impacts of land acquisition and other adverse impacts as a result of the proposed substations; and

Present an action plan for delivery of the compensation and assistances as outlined in the policy.

Scope of the Study: The scope of the present study is to conduct a comprehensive assessment for these sub-stations for:

a) Gathering information on the various categories of losses and other adverse impact likely to take place under the project. These include:

loss of land and other productive assets such as trees;


loss of structures, temporary or fixed; loss of access to public services (roads, drinking water, schools, medical, etc); loss of access to common property resources; and disruption of social, cultural, religious or economic ties and networks.

b) Identifying potentially affected populations with special attention to vulnerable group

such as scheduled caste, landless households and women headed/physically handicapped households, through a baseline socio-economic survey.

1.7 Approach and Methodology Approach and methodology devised for the project mainly consisted of qualitative and quantitative tools and techniques. The study was conducted in three phases: Phase I: Pre-survey Activities This phase included collection of secondary data, collection of site details from HVPNL, preparation of questionnaires and checklist for conducting Focus Group Discussions. Documents from HVPNL included site map, requirements for substations and other relevant maps. The Consultants also collected information from secondary sources viz. Census of India and District Census Handbook and revenue records. The phase was important to identify and scope the activities. The entire exercise was carried out through an appropriate mix of social research techniques including desk research through review of information available with HVPNL. Checklist for structured and semi-structured interviews, group discussions with the affected people and relevant government agencies and community were planned. A questionnaire was designed to facilitate collection of relevant socio-economic and land holding information. The Questionnaires and Checklist for FGDs used in this study are presented in the Annexure H1 & H2. Phase II Survey Activities This phase consisted of site visits, verification of documents, conducting consultations with stakeholders. Site visits carried out to assess its location and proximity to habitations, and record the land use around the substations. The verification process involved validation of information as on ground. In the case of the said substations, as there is no loss of land to any individual, the socio-economic survey using the questionnaire was not carried out. However, consultations were held with the concerned village panchayat representatives and village communities to document their views. The consultations included FGD with various groups, knowledgeable persons, village heads and women. It sought to elicit their expectations and suggestions. Phase III Post Survey Activities – Analysis and Reports The information collected through consultations, FGDs, secondary sources and documents was cross-validated, processed and analyzed. Wherever required, the observations are supported from the information collected through desk research.


1.8 Structure of the Report The Chapterisation plan for this RRAP is given in the table below:

Chapters Title of Chapter Brief Description of Contents

1 Introduction and Methodology Project description, Objectives, Approach and methodology adopted

2 Profile of Project Area Districts profiles of Hisar, Bhiwani, Faridabad, and Ambala (inclusive of Population, social composition, Education, work force etc.) Impacted villages and their socio-economic profile covering Population, gender, workers, poverty, literacy, unemployment and Land use

3 Land Acquisition and Analysis of Alternatives

Adverse/positive Impacts on land/private properties/common property resource; Alternatives Landholding size

4 Impact Assessment Social impact assessment of the affected villages 5 Community Consultations

Details on the community consultation (consultations with women and other groups)

6 Resettlement Policy and Legal Framework

HVPNL policy and entitlements and its applicability

7 Compensation and Assistance

Adverse impacts and mitigation measures as per entitlements/Land transfer/Lease etc.

8 Institutional Arrangements & Grievance Redress Mechanisms

Mechanisms for implementation and grievance redressal

9 Budget Estimates

Budget Estimate for implementation of RRAP

10 Implementation Schedule Time duration for implementation of RRAP

Annexures Annexure A – Hisar Annexure B – Bhiwani Annexure C – Faridabad Annexure D – Ambala Annexure E – List of Officials Annexure F – List of PAPs Annexure G – Government of Haryana’s lease policy Annexure F – Formats


CHAPTER 2 – PROFILE OF THE PROJECT AREA

2.1 Introduction Haryana, with a population of 21 million people, is one of the fastest growing economies in India. The state’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) grew by 7.6% during the period 2003 -2007 and is expected to grow by 11% during next five years as per Eleventh Five Year Plan. The state also witnessed Green Revolution along with Punjab. Its economy and population are dependent on agriculture. Southern part of the State that falls under the National Capital Region (NCR) has experienced exceptional growth in industrial activity, particularly in sectors such as automobiles, textile and ready-made Garments and Information Technology (IT). The proposed project is spread over all the districts of Haryana. However, Package G-5 of this project consists of 4 sub-stations in four districts viz., Hisar, Bhiwani Faridabad and Ambala. This chapter provides an overview of these four districts and particulars on specific project area impacted by the four proposed sub-stations under Package G-5 i.e. 220 kV Sub-stations at Masoodpur, Sagban, Faridabad and Raiwali villages.

2.2 Profile of Hisar, Bhiwani, Faridabad and Ambala District Hisar District, previously spelled as Hissar, is mainly known for maximum number of permanent immigrants to US among all districts in Haryana. Figure 2.1 – Map of Hisar District Figure 2.2 – Map of Faridabad District

Faridabad district is bounded by Union Territory of Delhi (National Capital) on its north, Gurgaon District on the west and State of Uttar Pradesh on its east & south, as shown in Figure 2.1. The river Yamuna separates the District Boundary on eastern side with UP State. Delhi-Agra National Highway No.2 (Shershah Suri Marg) passes through centre of District

Figure 2.3 & 2.4 – Map of Bhiwani and Ambala District


Bhiwani district is bordered by Hissar District on its north, some area of Jhunjunu & Churu District of Rajasthan on its west, Mahendergarh and Jhunjunu District on its south and District Rohtak to the east. Bhiwani is known as Little Cuba1 in India due to the large number of boxers who hail from the region.

Ambala district is surrounded by Himachal Pradesh in the north and east, Punjab and Union Territory of Chandigarh in the west and by Ambala district in the south as well as east. Ambala district shares its borders with Chandigarh, Mohali district, Ambala district and Solan district.

Table 2.1 provides a comparison of the socio-demographic profiles of the three districts in terms of the sex ratio, literacy rate, proportion of main workers, percentage of urban population to the overall population.

Table 2.1 – Population profile of Hisar, Faridabad, Bhiwani and Ambala District District Name

Population Sex Ratio (Females per 1000 males)

Literacy Rate (%)

Main Workers

(%)

Non- Workers

(%)

Proportion of Urban

population (%)

Hisar 1537117 851 64.8 33.6 56.7 25.9 Faridabad 2194586 839 70 27.8 64.2 55.7 Bhiwani 1425022 841 67.4 29.8 57.2 19 Ambala 1014411 868 75.3 27.2 58 35.2

Source: Census of India, 2001

From the above table it is clear that all the project districts are low in terms of sex ratio. Ambala district has the highest literacy rate among the four district, while Faridabad is the most urbanized district with more than 55 percent urban population. Bhiwani district is the least urbanized district with less than 20 percent of urban population.

1 Bhiwani came to the limelight in 2008 as four of the five boxers who represented India at the 2008 Summer Olympics are from Bhiwani. Bhiwani Boxing Club, or "BBC" as it is known locally, a powerhouse of Indian Boxing had among the 2008 olympians, Jitender Kumar (Flyweight) (51kg) and Akhil Kumar (54kg) went on to qualify for the quarter finals, while Vijender Kumar (75kg) won a Bronze medal.


2.3 Socio-economic profile of the substation villages The substations are proposed in Masoodpur, Sagban, and Raiwali villages and Faridabad town. The sub-project of Faridabad is a case of upgradation from 66 kV to 220 kV. A brief description of the socio-economic profile of the villages is given below. Land site identified for the substation at Raiwali spreads across two villages viz., Raiwali and Ghazipur. Masoodpur Village: The village falls in the Hansi sub-district of Hisar district. As per Census, 2001, it has a total of 515 households and a total population of 3181 persons. The average household size in the village is 6 members. The sex ratio in the village is 890 females per one thousand males. The village has 26.6% Scheduled Caste population. Literacy rate of the village is 61.2%. Work participation rate of the village is 42.8% with 30.8% being the main workers. Of the total workers, 64.6% are cultivators and 17% being agricultural laborers. Sagban village: The village falls in the Tosham sub-district of Bhiwani district. As per Census, 2001, it has a total of 853 households and a total population of 5572 persons. The average household size in the village is 6 members. The sex ratio in the village is 868 females per one thousand males. The village has 13% Scheduled Caste population. Literacy rate of the village is 58.5%. Work participation rate of the village is 64.2% with 45% being the main workers. Of the total workers, 82.9% are cultivators and 7.2% being agricultural laborers. Faridabad: A-5 Sub-Station at Faridabad is located in sector A-3 of Faridabad which has been proposed for upgradation. The upgradation is proposed to be done within the available land. Hence, a separate profile is not being provided for this area. Raiwali: The village falls in the Ambala sub-district of Ambala district. As per Census 2001, it has a total of 322 households and a total population of 1849 persons. The average household size in the village is 6 members. The sex ratio in the village is 845 females per one thousand males. Scheduled Caste population of the village is 30.6%. Literacy rate of the village is 70%. Work participation rate of the village is 31.4% with 29.7% being the main workers. Of the total workers, 23.4% are cultivators and 14.5% being agricultural laborers. Ghazipur: The village falls in the Naraingarh sub-district of Ambala district. As per Census 2001, it has a total of 164 households and a total population of 1146 persons. The household size in the village is 7 members. The sex ratio in the village is 854 females per one thousand males. Scheduled Caste population of the village is 30.4%. Literacy rate of the village is 67.4%. Work participation rate of the village is 26.6% with 25.1% being the main workers. Of the total workers, 50.5% are cultivators and 11.1% being agricultural laborers.


CHAPTER 3 - LAND ACQUISITION AND ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES

3.1 Introduction For constructing sub-stations, HVPNL has identified sites. While selecting sites various parameters were considered during selection process, a comprehensive analysis for each alternative site is carried out. Weightage is given to various parameters for finalizing alternative sites which are often site specific. Due consideration is given to availability of infrastructure facilities such as access roads, railheads etc. type of land viz. government, revenue, private, agriculture. In addition, social impacts such as number of families affected as well as cost of compensation and rehabilitation have been taken into account. This chapter deals with the land required for the substation and acquisition of land, details of the land transfer based on discussions with officials, review of panchayat resolutions and documents provided. It also provides a comparison of sites identified based on the selection criteria as stated above. 3.2 220 kV Sub-station at village Masoodpur The site for proposed 220 kV Sub-station is located in Masoodpur village in Hisar district (See Annexure A5 for General Electrical layout (GELO) of the proposed substation). The proposed sub-station shall meet the power supply needs of the area. It is also the starting point of LILO of 132 kV that connects to the Hansi-Narnaud line at Masoodpur. The village of Masoodpur has more than 6382 acres of land. Of this, 3163 acres of land is cultivable land, while 741 acres of land is Gair Mazukas – land that includes road, pond, etc. The balance 2480 acres is the barren land available with the village that is not fit for cultivation. The land use is entirely agricultural in this area. For identifying the site, two options were explored in the same village. A comparative assessment has been done for both the sites and the explanation for the finalized option is given below. 3.2.1 Land Requirement and Analysis of Alternatives HVPNL in its attempt to locate an ideal site for the proposed sub-station, explored the availability of barren land. Preference was given to a location that is accessible by road and has other infrastructure amenities too. To construct this substation, 22 acres of land is required. To identify the site, two land sites were explored that are in close proximity to the road. The area of land on the left side was not only larger, it also meant that the LILO line would not have to cross the road and as a result would be fractionally shorter in its length. However, the villagers preferred to give the piece of land on the right side of the road adjacent to agricultural fields to HVPNL for the proposed substation as they wished to utilize the larger piece of land for some other infrastructure purpose at a later date. Table 3.1 below indicates the criteria adopted for selection of site.

Table 3.1 – Criteria for selection of Masoodpur village site Selection criteria Followed in

Option I (finalized)

Followed in Option II

Remarks

Availability of infrastructure facilities such as access roads, railheads, etc.

Y Y Both sites are adjacent to motorable road

Type of land viz government, revenue, private, agriculture

Y Y

Number of families affected Not applicable Not applicable Cost of compensation and rehabilitation Not applicable Not applicable


Other criteria (Water logging, etc) N N Preference of panchayat to use the large plot of land for some other purpose at a later date

Y- Yes, N- No

Both sites are adjacent to motorable road. In terms of features observed, on the left side of the road, there is a larger piece of barren land adjacent to a primary school. On the right side of the road, agricultural lands exist in proximity to this proposed sub-station site. There is a well which is within the boundary of the proposed site. However, construction of the boundary wall shall exclude the well and thereby ensure that continues to be available as a resource for the village. Area around the finalized site is fertile and water supply too is not a constraint in this case. This finalized site is consistent with HVPNL’s ESPP that lays emphasis on avoidance, mitigation and alleviation. 3.2.2 Status of Land and Transaction Details The identified land site belongs to the village panchayat and is currently barren. On the request from the HVPNL, the village Panchayat passed a resolution on 5th November, 2007 and agreed to give 22.5 acres of land on lease (see Annexure A2 for copy of resolution passed by the Panchayat), with a condition of 24 hours power supply to the village. Their resolution also contains a request for a 11 kV sub-station be set up in their village. 3.3 220 kV Sub-station at village Sagban The proposed 220 kV Sub-station at the village Sagban is a key substation that shall meet the power needs of the interior areas of the Tosham sub-district. It shall be the starting point for a 20 km LILO line that connects to the existing Jui-Isherwal transmission line. The village of Sagban is located in the interiors of Tosham sub-district. Industrial part of the district is approximately 15-20 km from the proposed site (see Annexure B2 for site layout). The land use in the village and the area is predominantly agricultural. The Average land holding is reportedly between 3-4 acres per household. Approximately 56 acres of land belong to the Panchayat. This land is cultivable. Only one crop – Mustard (Sarsoon) in a year is sown as the soil is sandy. Three trees of Kikar, Neem and Ber were observed as well.

3.3.1 Land Requirement and Analysis of Alternatives HVPNL in its attempt to locate an ideal site for the proposed sub-station explored the availability of barren land. Preference was given to a location that is accessible by road and has other infrastructure amenities. To construct this substation, 22 acres of land is required. To identify the site, HVPNL could not find any barren land and hence chose cultivable panchayat land in Sagban village (See Annexure B2 for project site layout). Table 3.2 indicates the criteria adopted for selecting this site. No other alternative was explored since the identified site met all the criteria of HVPNL.

Table 3.2 – Criteria for selection of Sagban village site Selection criteria Followed in

finalized Option Remarks

availability of infrastructure facilities such as access roads, railheads, etc.

Y Approach road from two sides

type of land viz government, revenue, private, agriculture

Y Panchayat land but semi-cultivable land


number of families affected Y Not applicable cost of compensation and rehabilitation Y Not applicable Other criteria (Water logging, etc) Y Water availability adequate Y- Yes, N- No

The proposed site is approachable by two roads. There is a Tosham-Bhawani Khera road which is a 12 meter wide road connected by a 1.5 km long 35 meters wide dusty track or Kutcha road leads to the site. There is one more road leading from same road but approaching from the Bhawani Khera side. In terms of water availability the village has a total of four ponds. 3.3.2 Status of Land and Transaction Details The village panchayat of Sagban passed a resolution on 5th March, 2008, agreeing to give 22 acres of panchayat land. (See Annexure- B3 for copy of resolution passed by the Panchayat). The resolution that has been passed states that 22 acres of land are being given to Dakshin Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam at no cost, for the purposes of constructing a sub-station (See Annexure B3 for resolution passed by Panchayat). However, the resolution passed by the village panchayat does not mention the proposed land transfer to the HVPNL. The resolution mentions the name of Dakshin Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam, which actually does not exist. Therefore, the task of getting the land transferred to HVPNL for this substation is yet to be accomplished. 3.4 Upgradation of Existing 66 kV A-5 substation at Faridabad In this sub-project, the existing 66 kV sub-station is proposed to be upgraded to 220 kV. The existing substation is located in 14 acres of land, established in the year 1978. There are different features that exist within this area including a 66 kV electrical yard, sub-station, control room, a temple, a tubewell, a sewerage tank and store. In addition there are 88 staff quarters (See C2 for Civil Layout plan for 66 kV Sub-station at A-5 Faridabad). The proposed upgradation shall take place in a large piece of unutilized area within the campus. 3.4.1 Land Requirement and Analysis of Alternatives Since the upgradation will be done within the existing land, no additional land is required. This also means that no alternatives was considered for upgradation of this existing 66 kV sub-station to a 220 kV sub-station because the proposed site has ample area for expansion within the currently available area. It meets the key criteria of avoidance as per the ESPP.

3.5 220 kV Sub-station at village Raiwali The site for proposed 220 kV Sub-station is located at village Raiwali in Ambala district. It is a key substation that shall meet the power needs of this pre-dominantly agrarian belt. This place has also been proposed to be the ending point of two transmissions viz., a 13.2 km 220 kV line that begins from the 400 kV POWERGRID Sub-station at village Naggal and a 4.2 km LILO line that begins at Nayagaon.

Two villages – Raiwali and Ghazipur have passed resolutions to provide land for the construction of this sub-station.


3.5.1 Land Requirement and Analysis of Alternatives HVPNL in its attempt to locate an ideal site for the proposed sub-station explored the availability of barren land. Preference was given to a location that is accessible by road and has other infrastructure amenities. To construct this substation, 20 acres of land is required. To identify the site, HVPNL could not find any barren land and hence finalized cultivable panchayat land available in Raiwali and Ghazipur villages. HVPNL explored two options. The first one is located in Raiwali village and the second option in Bhadok village (near Punjab border). Table 3.3 indicates the criteria adopted for deciding between the two sites and for selecting the site at Raiwali.

Table 3.3 – Criteria for selection of Raiwali village site Selection criteria Followed in

Option I – Raiwali

(Finalized)

Followed in Option II (Bhadok)

Remarks

availability of infrastructure facilities such as access roads, railheads, etc.

Y Y In the finalized option, the site is situated on the Ambala-Barwala road just 8 km from Barwala village. While both sites are in the interiors, the Raiwali site shall be connected by a all-weather PMGSY road that is currently under construction; Bhadok too has a kutcha road leading to it

type of land viz government, revenue, private, agriculture

Y Y In Raiwali, it is very fertile with wheat crop sown. Bhadok site is full of matured trees and land too is not level, but the land is not under cultivation

number of families affected

Y Y Not applicable

cost of compensation and rehabilitation

Y Y Not applicable

Other criteria (Water logging, etc)

Y Y Raiwali is not flood prone.

Y- Yes, N- No An alternative site at Bhadok village with a total area of 40 acres was initially considered by HVPNL for siting the sub-station. A visit to this site confirmed that the land here was undulating, and also many Eucalyptus (Safeda) trees and therefore was rejected. 3.5.2 Status of Land and Transaction Details The village Panchayats of Raiwali and Ghazipur passed separate resolutions to give the required land which belong to panchayats of Raiwali and Ghazipur. Both the resolutions stated that The panchayats of villages of Ghazipur and Raiwali are willing to donate the required land for the purposes of constructing a sub-station on a condition that 24 hours power supply be made available to both the villages (see Annexure D3 for copy of resolution passed by the Panchayat). Panchayat of both Ghazipur and Raiwali had vide separate letters dated 22 January, 2008 with regard to construction of a sub-station in their village, agreed to transfer the land, provided uninterrupted power supply is assured. Further, in a letter from both villages of Raiwali and Ghazipur dated 12 August 2008 and signed by the Sarpanch on February 18, 2009 indicates that they have greed to provide 20 acres of land to HVPNL for construction of a 220 kV sub-station and have made a demand that 18-20 hours power supply be provided to them.


During the consultations, the villagers were informed that the compensation would be as per ESPP of HVPNL. Upon processing of the documents, that shall involve mutation of the total 20 acres of land and the agreement with panchayats of both villages, the final agreement would indicate all such details and conditions.

3.6 Summary Overall, this package entails land acquisition from Panchayats to HVPNL for 3 substations. In the case of upgradation of A-5 substation at Faridabad, the available land is sufficient for upgradation. The status of land is summarized below in Table 3.4.

Table 3.4 – Package G-5 Substation details at a glance Name Land

(in acres)

Type of land

Resolution passed (Y/N)

Preconditions if any (Y/N)

Expectations (Y/N)

Remarks

Masoodpur 22.5 Barren Y Y Y Resolution is passed in favor of Electricity Board and not in favor of HVPNL

Sagban 22 Cultivable Y N N Resolution passed is in favor of Dakshin Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (which does not exist) and not in favor of HVPNL

A-5, Faridabad

Upgra-dation

of existing

sub-station

Existing sub-

station land

Y NA NA NA

Raiwali 20 Cultivable Y Y N Resolution though indicates willingness does not specifically state to whom the land is transferred


CHAPTER 4 – IMPACT ASSESSMENT

4.1 Introduction As discussed in the previous Chapter, the land sites for the proposed substation have been identified. For the three new substations, identified sites belong to village panchayats and for the upgradation of substation at Faridabad, no additional land is required. Therefore, the impact for this package is mainly the

o loss of land of the respective panchayats; o loss of income that accrues to the panchayats from auction of the aforesaid plots of

land; o impact on those who have taken panchayat land on lease for cultivation; and o loss of trees at the site in village Masoodpur

The indirect impacts as felt by the village community have been recorded in the next chapter on Community Consultations. This chapter discussed the impacts and brings out the socio-economic profile of affected PAPs, in order to arrive at their entitlement for compensation and assistance. 4.2 Land Acquisition and Resettlement Impacts Out of three substations where panchayat land needs to be acquired, the land at Sagban and Raiwali are cultivable. Respective panchayats have given it on annual lease to individuals. The social assessment carried out by the Consultants recorded that the lease is annual. It was also verified that there is no adverse impact on structures of any kind. The impact due to this package consisting of substations is summarized in Table 4.1.

Table 4.1: Land Acquisition and Resettlement Impacts on

Sub-station Ownership of Land

Area in acre

Cultivable /barren

PAPs Structures Trees

Masoodpur Panchayat 22.5 Barren None None 45 kikar trees

Sagban Panchayat 22 Cultivable 5 None Nil

Faridabad Panchayat 14 Barren None None Nil

Raiwali Panchayat 20 Cultivable 4 None Nil

TOTAL 78.5 9 None 45

Source: Socio-economic Survey, March 2009

It is evident from the above table that no individual will be impacted in Masoodpur village and in A-5 Faridabad substation. In case of Masoodpur only the Panchayat land of 22.5 acres needs to acquired, for which the HVPNL has initiated the process. A total of 9 families will be adversely affected in Sagban and Raiwali villages. These families have got panchayat land on lease and they cultivate it (See Annexure F for details of lease). However, they also have additional land and work as agricultural workers otherwise. Therefore, the impact as a result of the proposed substations will be insignificant. The socio-economic profile of affected household is given below. 4.3 Socio-economic Profile of the Affected Households The socio-economic survey brought out the impact on families, the family size, social composition, educational attainment, occupation, annual income and vulnerable PAPs. The


total 9 project affected persons (PAPs) were found of which 8 were surveyed and one PAP was not available at the time of survey. Combining all family members the population impacted recorded to be 36. The average family size of affected PAPs works out to be 4.6. The size of affected household has been summarized in Table 4.2.

Table 4.2 Family Size of PAPs

Sub stations Less than 5 5-7 7-10 10-15 Not Available Masoodpur 0 0 0 0 0 Sagban 1 2 1 0 0 Faridabad 0 0 0 0 0 Raiwali 2 2 0 0 0 Total 3 4 2 0 0

Source: Socio-economic Survey, March 2009.

The survey also identified social composition of the affected households. Out of total 8 PAPs surveyed, 2 PAPs belong to scheduled Caste and 6 belong to Other Backward Caste as shown in Table- 4.3.

Table 4.3 Social Composition of PAPs Sub stations General SC ST OBC Total Masoodpur 0 0 0 0 0 Sagban 0 1 0 3 4

Faridabad 0 0 0 0 0

Raiwali 0 1 0 3 4

Total 0 2 0 6 8 Source: Socio-economic Survey, March 2009

Literacy among the affected persons was found to be more than 63 %. Out of total 36 persons, 13 were found to be illiterate. About 32 percent had qualified secondary examination and 25 percent had passed primary classes. The educational attainment and literacy is detailed out in Table 4.4.

Table 4.4 Educational Attainment of PAPs

Sub stations Illiterate Primary Secondary Higher Secondary

Graduate Technical

Masoodpur

0 0 0 0 0 0

Sagban 6 6 7 0 0 0

Faridabad 0 0 0 0 0 0

Raiwali 7 3 6 1 0 0

Total 13 9 13 1 0 0 Source: Socio-economic Survey, March 2009

All 8 surveyed PAPs were primarily reported to be engaged in agriculture. The details are summarized in Table 4.5.


Table 4.5 - Occupation of PAPs

Sub stations Cultivators Agricultural Labour

Trade/ Business

Government Service,

Pensioner

Non-Agri Labour

Masoodpur

0 0 0 0 0

Sagban 4 0 0 0 0

Faridabad 0 0 0 0 0

Raiwali 4 0 0 0 0

Total 8 0 0 0 0 Source: Socio-economic Survey, March 2009

The annual income of affected families varies between less than Rs. 25000.00 to Rs. 50000.00. Around 75% household earns less than Rs. 25000.00 per year. Only 2 households earn between Rs. 25000.00 and Rs 50000.00. The details are given in Table 4.6.

Table 4.6 Annual Income of PAPs Sub stations Less than

25000 25000-50000 50000-

100000 Above 100000 No

Response Masoodpur 0 0 0 0 0 Sagban 4 2 0 0 0 Faridabad 0 0 0 0 0 Raiwali 2 0 0 0 0 Total 6 2 0 0 0

Source: Socio-economic Survey, March 2009.

The survey also aimed to identify the socially and economically vulnerable groups amongst those affected, needing special consideration so that they can benefit from the project namely - (a) those who are below the poverty line (BPL); (b) those who belong to Scheduled Castes (SC), (c) Scheduled Tribes (ST); (d) women-headed households (WHH). According to the census survey, 3 families in the subproject comprised of these socio-economically vulnerable groups. The details are provided in Table 4.7.

Table 4.7 Vulnerable Households

Sub stations BPL SC ST Women-headed Masoodpur

0 0 0 0

Sagban 0 1 0 0

Faridabad 0 0 0 0

Raiwali 0 1 0 1

Total 0 2 0 1 Source: Socio-economic Survey, March 2009

4.4 Other Impacts The survey team also assessed indirect impacts on the villages/town where these substations are proposed. On the basis of their observation and interactions, other impacts have been assessed and described villages wise in the subsequent paragraphs.


4.4.1 Village Masoodpur Masoodpur village, in Hansi sub-district is a big village with a population of approximately 3500 households and a total population of 20000 persons and nearly 6500 acres of land. While agriculture is the main occupation of the village, others are engaged in government and private service. Though the main occupation of the village is agriculture, youths have taken employment outside the village, in the nearby town. The verification process and interaction with villagers revealed that they were fully aware of the loss and transaction process and would be happy to receive benefits from the project. Fringe benefits such as shops in the periphery of the sub-station and improvement to the village road that leads to the site are some of the benefits that shall accrue. It is perceived that the proposed sub-station will improve power supply, which will bring industrial development in this region. Positive gender impact is likely in view of the fact that better power supply shall enable women to use electronic appliance for certain domestic chores. Discussions with women groups revealed there are women who know stitching and are keen on exploring further but are constrained for time as fetching water consumes a lot of time. The group discussions with women are discussed in Chapter 5. The proposed sub-station shall have no negative impact on the population of this village or of the adjoining villages. 4.4.2 Village Sagban The piece of land finalized for the substation site is a semi-cultivable. It has sandy soil and is considered suitable for cultivation of Mustard only. The site enjoys good location in terms of its proximity to the road Tosham-Bhawani Khera road. In terms of water availability and its requirement for sub-station purposes, HVPNL would draw upon the ground water by digging a well. Though the village has four ponds, this additional usage of water by the sub-station would mean sharing of a scant and precious resource. Hence it would require careful monitoring of the water level in the village, particularly during the summer and monsoon seasons as during consultations it was revealed that during bad monsoons the low water level is a cause of concern. The site visit, verification process and interaction with villagers revealed that they are in full agreement with the resolution for giving land. They indicated that they understand the project and would be happy to receive benefits from the project. Associated measures that include enhancement to a approach road and building of two culverts were also welcomed. The proposed sub-station of 220 kV has many positive benefits for the village as a whole in addition to the area of Tosham sub-district. In this context, it would be appropriate to state the due to the substations only positive impacts and potential benefits are envisaged such as better supply would reduce the dependence on diesel as currently irrigation water is extracted using diesel gensets. 4.4.3 A-5 Sub-station, Faridabad As this sub-project involves upgradation of existing 66 kV sub-station to a 220 kV sub-station and within the existing compound, it does not lead to any adverse impacts. However, interactions with officials indicate (See Chapter 5 on Consultations) that current layout might change. This would involve making more space for the area of the new 220 kV sub-station for which there could be shifting of a few staff quarters.


4.4.4 Impact on Village Raiwali The site finalized for the substation is very fertile land that the village Panchayats of Raiwali and Ghazipur have agreed to give to HVPNL. The site enjoys good location in terms of its proximity to the Ambala-Barwala road (State Highway 73) and water availability in the adjoining areas. During the course of social assessment, it emerged that both the villages have very fertile land.

The positive impacts as perceived by the villagers are many. The location of the village in the tail-end of power supply routes has deprived them of power for a long period of time. It shall greatly facilitate the three phase power so essential for agricultural purposes particularly during paddy season. Limited availability of power hampers the villagers in exploiting the full potential of their productive agricultural land. Hence, benefits for their irrigation and domestic requirements would be greatly enabled. In the long run, such an infrastructural development might further increase the value2 of their land.

2 Consultations with the villagers indicated that the market value of their land is between Rupees 80 lakhs to 1 crore


CHAPTER 5 – STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATIONS

5.1 Introduction Consultation refers to the two-way transfer of information or joint discussion between project proponent and the community in concern. It helps build a rapport with the community and also helps to provide certain details on the area that planners cannot often foresee. It helps identify impacts, the vulnerable groups, their source of vulnerabilities and the people and groups that are likely to be affected. Besides, information provided during such consultations help allay fears and builds trust – a key aspect to the successful implementation of any project. This chapter provides details on the consultations held during the field visit and their outcomes with respect to the villages where the four sub-stations are sited. Under this package, three sets of consultations were held – with the officials, with Panchayats and community members and with the women’s groups. Consultations with officials were carried out to understand the plan for the sub-station, the difficulties felt in selecting the most appropriate alignment, criterion adopted therein and the alternative explored, if any. Consultations with Panchayat/Village community members were carried out based on the list of issues that were part of the consultation checklist developed (see Annexures A4, B5, C3 and D5), and covered a host of issues, such as current land holding, BPL status, education, health, types of crops cultivated, likely employment opportunities, etc in order to assess the impact, identify vulnerabilities and understand their perceptions. Consultations with women’s groups were held to understand their perceptions and understand the variations in their perceptions towards a similar infrastructure development. An attempt was made to understand the current power supply status, development schemes of government and other on-going development work in the village or in its vicinity. This chapter presents the summary of consultations held with these three groups.

5.2 Consultations at Masoodpur Substation Consultation with Project Officials: Superintending Engineer Transmission System (T/S) Circle, Hisar; Executive Engineer T/S HVPNL Hisar; Assistant Electrical Engineer (AEE) & Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Construction S/D- II Hisar; XEN/ Civil, HVPNL, Hisar and Junior Engineer, HVPNL, Hisar were consulted. Officials indicated that they had given preference to barren lands for siting of such sub-stations so that there is no impact on the farmers. Discussions regarding the alternatives revealed that they had held meetings with the villagers and had taken cognizance of the villagers’ requirements. They finalized the site that was only marginally less advantageous so that the villagers could make better use of the larger tract of barren land that was available with them (See Chapter 3 for Analysis of Alternatives). Consultations with villagers in general, elderly members were held to ascertain their views on the project, besides, recording views on what are likely to be positive and negative impacts. Another objective was to see if any improvements could be made based on their suggestions that would i) enhance the overall aesthetics in the vicinity of the sub-station; and ii) bring development to the village as a whole. Consultation with Panchayat and villagers: Separate consultations were held with the members of the Panchayat and with the village community. Transfer of the said land and its impact was discussed with them. Issues discussed mainly included current situation of power supply, irrigation, safety measures and other social impacts. Consultations began by gathering


information on the overall socio-economic condition of the village, other infrastructure availability and by providing information on issues as indicated in the attached checklist (see Annexure – I1). A total of 28 persons participated in these discussions. Land use: Discussions on the current land use and occupation brought out that land is mainly used for agriculture and crops such as Mustard, Wheat and Gram are grown. Majority of the villagers are engaged in cultivation. Also different types of trees are grown in the village such as Neem, Babul, Sheesham, Pipal and Eucalyptus. Panchayat Resolution: In this context, topic of provision of land for Sub-station was discussed. The villagers indicated that they aware of the resolution passed by the panchayat and that the proposed piece of land had been barren for more than seven years. The Sarpanch added, in the past too, that they wanted to utilize the larger piece of land for other purposes and hence had provided this piece of land for construction of this sub-station. In response to a query on what their expectations were in return for the land provided, they responded that better power supply to the village would be very positive development. Enhancements: The issue of enhancement of features of the area around the sub-station was also discussed. They were informed that there might be temporary loss of land and other disturbance during construction period of 1-1/2 years. In addition, due to construction, there could be some air and noise pollution. The villagers understood that it would take place, but subsequently this would also lead to improvement of the approach road that would benefit both the sub-station staff and villagers. Safety of children during the construction emerged as an important issue during the discussion. From their side, they assured full compliance with whatever safety norms are prescribed, but requested that they be informed prior about it in such meetings as currently taking place. Other Issue - Demands and Apprehensions: Continuous and un-interrupted power supply to the village was confirmed as a pre-condition for the transfer of land to HVPNL. They were aware that this was difficult but expressed the need for provision of power supply as indicated in the resolution. They also indicated that a 11 kV sub-station be constructed so that power supply could be assured to the area. They were not aware of the amount payable to them as per the lease agreement. Assistance in terms of employment opportunities was requested. They perceived benefits due to infrastructure intervention included industrial development, greater employment opportunity and improved living condition. They also perceived that there could be increase in rates of land both barren and cultivable. Better power not only would greatly facilitate household activities but also be immensely beneficial to the school-going children in their studies. The village community had no specific apprehensions. However, they suggested that power supply should be available at concessional rates. They should be given preference in employment opportunities during construction and operation stage. The community also expressed the need for a Polytechnic college, degree college and a Hospital in the village. Overall expectations from the project were high as it would help address one of the key and basic requirements of the village. Consultations with women: The survey team held meeting with the women group in order to know their view about the project and for knowing their perceived benefits from the improved power supply in the wake of proposed substation. Discussions began with issue of education of females in the village and how they might benefit from this project. Women responded that while some of them are educated, nearly all of their female children are going to school.


Women in this village as in any other, have an important role in household management and in economically productive activities, especially by making non-wage contributions to household subsistence. Informal contributions to household subsistence include subsistence agriculture and collection of fuel and water, not to mention cooking, cleaning, and child-care. They provide support to their men-folk in the fields as well as carry out chores at home. For fetching drinking water, women have walk a long distances and this is time consuming and very tiring. Fetching water from such distances also results in having little or no time for themselves. 10-12 hours in a day, they feel it is necessary for a few more hours, particularly during day time. In terms of medical facilities too, there is no hospital or primary health centre and they have to approach Hansi sub-district for their medical needs. In terms of opportunities for employment, they felt there are women who know stitching but is no proper centre for them to exploit their skills. In terms of education, they observed that there are no facilities for education of elders in the village. In their view, there should be technical, vocational training centres for girl children. They observed that decision making right for women is very limited.

While they were happy with the prospect of more power, they suggested other measures to help alleviate their situation. These included: regular water and electric supply; hospital, maternal hospital within the village; educational facilities, training centres and more employment opportunities for women should be given. Small scale industries, self help groups, etc. should be developed in the village. Overall expectations of development as a result of the sub-station were high with the potential for positive gender impact on women as a consequence.


Photo 1 – Consultations with Panchayat members at Masoodpur sub-station

Photo 2 – Consultations with Officials at Superintending Office, HVPNL Hisar Circle


5.3 Consultations at Sagban Substation Consultation with Officials: XEN, T/S Division, S.D.O. Civil, and S.D.O Civil were consulted. Officials indicated the reason for choosing the site by explaining that very few sites are available on uncultivable lands, though they make the attempt to explore. However, in addition, there are requirements in terms of engineering and other considerations such as electrification of certain areas that dictate their choice. Consultations with Panchayat and Community: A combined consultation was held with the village panchayat and the community. The village Sarpanch – Mr. Manga Ram and other panchayat members also participated in the discussions. Transfer of the said land and its impact was discussed. Other issues discussed mainly included current situation of power supply, irrigation, safety measures and other social impacts. Currently there is only 4-5 hours supply of power supply and is available every day between 11.00 to 2.00 and 6.00 to 9.00. The village has a total of 21000 bigha land of which there are 56 acres that belong to the panchayat. Average land holding is 2.0 to 2.5 acres/ 10 bigha. There about 22 acres of barren land which they have agreed to give to HVPNL at no cost. The villagers indicated that this piece of land had been having one crop i.e Mustard for many years. During the Consultations the villagers were explained the importance of safety measures in and around the proposed sub-station such as fencing and the restrictions on land use and activities. The villagers understood and accepted the restrictions and assured full cooperation They also indicated their willingness to provide labor as required but requested safety norms be adhered to. Social impacts: The scenario of temporary loss of access to road does not arise as the site is adjacent to a major road which is accessible through out the year and any such activity would not affect the movement on the road. In terms of impact on water currently available, the villagers informed that though the village has four ponds, of which two are used by cattle bathing, two others serve for drinking water and other purposes, and also a well, when the monsoon are bad then the water level goes down and is a cause for concern. Water bore level is 70 feet and the depth of water in the well too is around the same. The villagers stated that there is no other source of irrigation and they use diesel engines for drawing of water. The depth of water in the pond is around 25-30 feet. Enhancements: Officials informed them besides, the sub-station they had proposed to their higher authorities that the approach road be built along with two culverts. And they shall receive approval for it. Temporary or permanent employment opportunities: The issue of provision of temporary / permanent employment opportunities was discussed. During the construction of sub-station and staff quarters, labour force (both skilled and unskilled) would be required. Villagers stated that very few of their youths had formal training and they can contribute to during the construction and operation stages. They indicated nearly everybody is engaged in agriculture. They market the produce of wheat which is the main crop at Tosham and get a good price as indicated by government. BPL families work mostly in stone breaking and other daily labor etc in Bhiwani, Tosham. Panchayat Resolution: The village community was full aware of the purpose and in agreement with the resolution for giving land besides willing to provide full cooperation. In response to query on what their expectations were in return for the land provided, they


responded that better power supply to the village would be big plus as its shortage was impacting education, irrigation and also carrying out of domestic chores. Consultations with women group: Women groups indicated that all domestic chores are impacted by the poor power supply available to them. As there was little beyond agriculture, they had to work as daily labor in the nearby towns. They are satisfied to give land for the sub-station purpose. They indicated that all the crops shall be cut before the land is handed for construction purposes. Electricity status is available for approximately 2 hours during day time and then again for 2 hours at night and it meant that total supply during a day is around four to five hours a day. They are ready to pay for the electricity that they shall get. They have a major problem with water, as though they can bath easily their cattle but for domestic consumption it is scarce. For water, they have pay Rs. 200-300 for tankers which is very expensive considering their meager incomes. Overall they hoped for a significant change in their daily activities as better power supply would benefit them greatly. Their expectations of development as a result of the sub-station were high.


Photo 1 – Consultations with HVPNL officials at proposed site for Sub-station in Sagban

Photo 2 – Consultations with Panchayat and Village Community at Sagban village


5.4 Consultations at A-5 Substation, Faridabad Consultation with officials: The AEE at A-5 station at Faridabad was consulted along with other sub-station employees. They indicated that this sub-station that is spread across 14 acres of land, started operations in the year 1978 They indicated the demand has increased constantly because of the household appliances that people use such as A/Cs, etc. The proposed upgradation is from 66 kV to 220 kV and is a normal open air insulation system and not a gas insulated turbine. Both 66 kV and 220 kV systems would run in parallel. Currently sub-station is being run by 8 employees. The transformer is currently of a 32 Million volt ampere (mva) capacity. The sub-station is approximately 100 meters from the Agra canal on one side and surrounded by village and another residential colony on the other two sides. A fence separates the 66 kV and proposed 220 kV transformer area from the rest of the sub-station. A total of 88 staff quarters of different categories exist inside the A-5 sub-station compound. It is expected that upgradation would take place and some staff quarters will require shifting. Depending upon the design and as required these staff will be relocated either within or outside the staff colony. Labour required for such work would be normally from outside for these construction purposes. Consultations with the Community (Inside sub-station): Persons living in and outside the staff colony were consulted on the proposed upgradation. Since there were no issues relating to additional land or displacement or any other social impact, focus of the consultations was their perception on the project and availability of power supply. Attempt was made to get the feedback from the stakeholders on the positive and negative impacts of the project. Also the consultations were aimed to get their views on aesthetics appeal of the area around their land in view of construction of sub-stations. Members of the housing colony were aware of the project of a new transformer. They were also aware that the equipment would pass through colony roads which are pucca types and hence there were no issues. The power supply reportedly is very good and there were minimal cuts only when there is a problem with the transformer. A few of them observed that power is not supplied to the nearby hospital because of lower power supply which is a result of lower capacity and that supply is very essential. The staff quarters were constructed about 22-23 years ago and around the time the sub-station became operational. Overall improved power supply as a result of upgradation is welcome and this would further help in the use of household appliances would increase and that would facilitate household work. Consultations with Women and colony members (outside sub-station): People reported about 6-7 hours power cut in winter and that in summers the situation is worse. They indicated that there was no hearing of complaints, in particular when ladies approach them. In summers, because of unbearable heat, they had gheraoed the sub-station. They complained there was no prior intimation of the power cut schedule. Because of such power cuts, it was not possible to use air coolers during summers. On other issues, they indicated that garbage in the colony was not being cleared. Water supply is also poor as a consequence of poor power supply and has led to installation of a motor pump by nearly every house in the colony.


Interactions with Shopkeeper: The owner of electrical shop that repairs electrical appliances and also sells audio and video tapes observed that the power cut is an issue in the morning and as well as during the day as there are 3-4 cuts during the day. Sometimes power is available for 4-5 hours in a day.

Photo 1 – Existing 66 kV A-5 substation in Faridabad

Photo 2 – Consultations with Housing Colony residents at A-5 Substation at Faridabad


5.5 Consultations at Raiwali Substation Consultations with Officials: XEN, T/S Division, Assistant Executive Engineer and. A.A.E, Madanpur sub-station were consulted. They indicated that normally preference is given to barren lands for siting of such sub-stations to avoid adverse impacts on persons and their assets. HVPNL, explored the possibility for a suitable piece of land. Most of the available land in area is fertile and used for agriculture. They shared the documents relating to panchayat resolutions of both the village. They also accompanied consultants during the site visits. They indicated that another option or alternative was explored and the reasons why it was not opted for. They explained that in case of Raiwali, the land site is just 8 km from Barwala village. This site of Raiwali is in the interiors and is also a village in the tail-end. Raiwali shall be connected by a all-weather Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) road that is currently under construction; Bhadok too has a kutcha road leading to it. The other option of land at Bhadok village was not finalized as the site has many matured trees (Eucalyptus), though the land was not under cultivable land They indicated that Bhadok village too had offered the site free of cost. Consultations with Village Community: A combined consultation was held with Mr. Jagdish Singh i.e. Sarpanch, panchayat members and the community. Transfer of the said land and its impact was discussed. Issues discussed mainly included current situation of power supply, irrigation, safety measures and other social impacts. Villagers and panchayat members were consulted to ascertain their views on the project, besides, which to record their views on what are likely to be positive and negative impacts. Power supply: In response to the status of power supply, they mentioned that the village had been a tail end village, though prosperous but having a maximum of 4-5 hours of power every day for their agricultural purpose while power supply for normal domestic consumption (single phase) is available for 6-7 hours. Three phase power for running of motor etc is available every other day. For obtaining water, women and men cross the border to Punjab where it is available in abundance. Residents of the village are desperate for more power, particularly during the harvest season such as the paddy season. Parents mentioned that during examination times, power cuts lead to frustration among children and as a result inverters and gen sets are utilized. Discussion on other infrastructural facilities indicated that the village has medical facilities and also schools. There are graduates, and even female graduates and working in private sector in and outside such as in Ambala city. There are ITI trained graduates too and are willing to work during construction of sub-station. Panchayat Resolution: The villagers indicated that this piece of land had been barren for more than seven years. The Sarpanch added, in the past too, that they wanted to utilize the larger piece of land for other purposes and hence had provided this piece of land for construction of this sub-station. They were aware of the Panchayat resolution and the proposd transfer of land to the HVPNL. In response to query on what their expectations were in return for the land provided, they responded that better power supply to the village would solve most of their problems relating to electricity. Safety Issues: As the villagers indicated certain safety concerns due to some issues that happened some time back, the accompanying officials were requested to inform the villagers


on safety norms applicable. They informed the villagers that sub-station though constructed on a piece of land that belonged to the village, would have restricted entry after construction as there would be expensive equipment such as Transformers and only trained personnel would be allowed to enter it. It would be surrounded by a boundary wall. The villagers understood the impending restrictions and assured full cooperation. Enhancement: The issue of enhancement of features of the area around the sub-station was also discussed. They were informed that there might be temporary loss of land and other disturbance during construction period of 1-1/2 years. In addition, due to construction, there could be some air and noise pollution. The villagers understood that it would take place, but subsequently this would also lead to improvement of the approach road that would benefit both the sub-station staff and villagers. These 2-3 villages are already well- developed and consistent power supply would lead to increased agricultural and possible industrial resulting in increased employment opportunities and overall economic development. Majority of the consulted stakeholders perceived that the project would have positive impact on the village. They also hoped that the construction of a rural road (currently a very dusty track) that had been under construction for the last 3-4 years would be completed. Consultations with women group: The survey team held meeting with the women group in order to know their view about the project and for knowing their perceived benefits from the improved power supply in the wake of proposed substation. Discussions began with issue of education of females in the village and how they might benefit from this project. Women responded that while some of them are educated, nearly all of their female children are going to school. Women in this village as in any other, have an important role in household management and in economically productive activities, especially by making non-wage contributions to household subsistence. Informal contributions to household subsistence include subsistence agriculture and collection of fuel and water, not to mention cooking, cleaning, and child-care. They provide support to their men-folk in the fields as well as carry out chores at home. Electricity supply was reported to be available for 5-6 hrs every alternate day. A major concern other power supply was of water as in summers since electricity supply in the village was not enough to run their electric motors to pump water. Women informed that they had to cross the border into Punjab to fetch water as there the supply was good due to better supply. They informed that domestic animals like cows, buffaloes and sheep could not be washed frequently due to scarcity of water. Certain domestic chores such as the manual processing of cattle fodder manually become strenuous as the fodder is too strong on occasions. This results in the cattle staying hungry for a few days. None of the electric equipments in house (e.g. fridge, television etc.) could be put to use due to lack of electric supply. Also, there were frequent cases of breakdown of these electric equipments due to very low voltage available even when electricity is available. Another consequence of little power was the nuisance caused by a large number of flies and mosquitoes (particularly due to the poultry farms in the adjacent area) Since the women folk stay at home and do not have sufficient electric supply, they could not make use of mosquito repellants or also switch of fans to lessen the disturbance caused due to flies. They also reported that the village had very frequent incidences of children suffering from viral and malarial infections. The women also raised a concern on the effect of low electricity supply on children since they could not study in evening hours.


Photo 1 – The village of Raiwali with the Gurudwara in the backdrop

Photo 2 – Consultations with villagers at Raiwali village


Table 5.1 – Key issues raised in Community consultations held in G-5 package

Sl. No.

No. of Participants

Issues discussed Benefits perceived by the community

Apprehensions raised by the community

Suggestions from community

1.

127 Details on the Sub-station (kV, coverage of area)

Duration of construction for Sub-station

Site Specifications of Sub-station (type of land on sub-station is sited)

Safety Issues

Restrictions on land use in and around the sub-station

Social impacts

Loss of land (for substation), structures and other community property resources such as playground

Temporary Loss of access to road, etc.

Temporary loss of income

Impact on Water situation due to supply for the sub-station

Enhancement (or if any deprivation) of features of the area around sub-station

Mitigation Measures

Compensation for land (and substation) and structures

Provision of compensation of lost trees and CPRs

Work Opportunities

Provision of temporary (or permanent) employment opportunities, if any

Benefits growth of industry

Power essential in all aspects of daily life

Greatly facilitates education of children

Shall facilitate domestic chores more efficiently

Shall help to tend to cattle better

Time taken to complete and any further delay shall impact crops

Provisions of 24 hours power supply

Provision of temporary and permanent employment opportunities

Safety of children

Provisions of water supply, school, hospital, college, polytechnic


CHAPTER 6 – RESETTLEMENT POLICY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK

6.1 Policy, Legal and Regulatory Framework This section presents the legal requirements of Land Acquisition Policy and the Resettlement and Rehabilitation Policy and entitlements for affected families. The legal framework for any project includes process of land acquisition and measures to mitigate adverse impacts. Haryana government had published its R&R policy in December 2007. As a result HVPNL has joined a list of entities in power transmission business to have an Environment, Social Policy and Procedures document. The features of the R&R Policy are indicative of the kind of impacts that have been felt by such companies over many years. HVPNL undertakes its transmission activities within purview of Indian laws keeping in mind appropriate obligations and guidelines of statutory and funding agencies. Power transmission projects are not included in schedule-I of Environment Impact Assessment-1994, hence environment clearances are not required for power transmission projects and would require limited environmental analysis and Environmental Management Plan (EMP) only. As per provision contained in Haryana Electricity Reforms Act 1997 & Electricity Act, 2003 Acts, HVPNL has authority to install transmission towers in any kind of land. Electricity Act, 2003 seeks to create a framework for the power sector development by measures conducive to the industry. Power transmission schemes are planned in such a way that the power of eminent domain is exercised responsibly. Mandatory environment requirements for HVPNL transmission works include: Mandatory social requirements for HVPNL transmission works includes Land Acquisition Act 1894, Haryana Government Rehabilitation & Resettlement Policy for land acquisition Oustees and funding agencies requirement like WB OP 4.12 involuntary resettlement, WB OP 4.10 Indigenous People. National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy 2007 has also been consulted while framing the ESPP.

6.2 Procedure for Land Acquisition All land acquisition for any public purpose in the state is governed by the Land Acquisition Act 1894 as amended from time to time by the State Government. This empowers the government to acquire compulsorily any land not owned by it which is required for a public purpose. The definition of land includes benefits to arise out of land & things attached to earth or permanently fastened to anything attached to the earth. This act applies to those with legal entitlements to land and structures thereon. (i) For any LA the Act under section (u/s)-4(1) stipulates publication of a notification to

that effect in the official Gazette and in 2 daily newspapers circulated in the locality, at least, one shall be in the regional language. Such a publication authorizes an authorized officer to enter upon such a land make a preliminary survey ascertain its suitability and determine the exact position of land to be acquired. However, person can enter into any building or any enclosure attached to a dwelling house either by giving notice of seven days to the occupant or with the consent of occupant. The substance of this notification is given as public notice at a convenient place in the locality in which the land to be acquired is located, such a notification provides an opportunity to the parties interested in the land to file objections if any, u/s-5A to the proposed acquisition.


(ii) In order to proceed with the acquisition of the land (as notified u/s-4) it is followed by declaration u/s 6 of the ibid Act specifying that land is required for public purpose. Every declaration is published in the official Gazette and in two daily newspapers with circulation in the local area, thereafter revenue Department issues direction to the Collector u/s-7 of the Act to take order for the acquisition of notified land to be marked out, measured land/or other immovable properties, which is done under the provision of Sec.8 of the act in question. Thereafter under the provisions contained in Sec.-9 notices are served to the concerned persons stating the intention of the Government to take possession of the land and that any claims for compensation should be made to the Collector, Finally, the award of compensation is made by the collector u/s-11 of the Act after inquiring into objections(if any) in pursuance of the notice given u/s-9 to the measurements made u/s-8 and into the value of the land on the date of publication of the notification/s4(1). The award u/s-11 is made within two years from the date of publication of the declaration and if no award is made within this period, the entire proceedings of the LA is lapsed and fresh notification u/s-(4) needs to be initiated. Once the award is passed, the collector takes possession of the land which there upon vests absolutely in the Government free from all encumbrances. However, in case of urgency Section-17 of the Act empowers the Collector to take possession of the land even though no award has been made. Such land thereupon vests with the Government free from all encumbrances.

However, this Act further provides remedy for seeking enhancement of compensation by the person to seek enhancement of compensation in lieu of acquired as per provisions contained in Sec.18 of ibid Act. This act was further amended in 1984 with respect to sections 4,23,28 and 34 which deal with publication of primary notification determination of compensation; power of the court in determining the amount of compensation; interest on compensation and payment of interest respectively. To sum up the amended provisions have resulted in the following:-

The publication of the primary notification, apart from the Official Gazette, has to be made in two daily newspapers circulated in that locality of which at least one shall be in the regional language.

In addition to the market value of the land the court is to award a sum of thirty percent as solarium on such market value in consideration of the compulsory nature of the acquisition.

The amount of compensation awarded by the court is not to be lower than the amount awarded by the collector.

The interest of excess compensation has been enhanced from 9 per cent to 15 per cent after the date of expiry of a period of one year from the date on which possession has been taken.

HVPNL strictly follows procedures laid down under the Land Acquisition Act (LA Act), 1894, when land is acquired for sub-stations. Once the award is passed, the collector takes possession of the land which there upon vests absolutely in the Government free from all encumbrances. These are further reinforced taking into consideration HVPNL’s entitlement framework and public consultation process apart from inbuilt consultation process of LA Act, public consultation/information by HVPNL is an integral part of the project implementation. Public is informed about the project at every stage of execution by Press Notes and media etc. During socio-economic survey taken up in parallel with land acquisition process, HVPNL’s site officials meet people and inform them about the Land acquisition details, proposed R&R measures and compensation packages.


6.3 World Bank Operational Policy on Involuntary Resettlement (OP 4.12) The objectives of the Bank’s Operational Policy (OP 4.12) on Involuntary Resettlement are as follows:

Involuntary resettlement should be avoided where feasible, or minimized, exploring all viable alternative project designs.

Where it is not feasible to avoid resettlement, resettlement activities should be conceived and executed as sustainable development programs. Providing sufficient investment resources to enable the persons displaced by the project to share in project benefits.

Displaced persons should be meaningfully consulted and should have opportunities to participate in planning and implementing resettlement programs.

Displaced persons should be assisted in their efforts to improve their livelihoods and standards of living or at least to restore them, in real terms, to pre-displacement levels or to levels prevailing prior to the beginning of project implementation whichever is higher

6.4 HVPNL Environment and Social Policy and Procedures The ESPP of the company has been developed following consideration of all the mandatory requirements of the national and state policies and acts and also the guidelines of funding agencies in addressing the social and environmental issues arising out of its activities. The company is committed to identify, assess, and manage environmental and social concerns at both organization and project levels by strictly following the basic principals of avoidance, minimization and mitigation of environmental & social impacts with the improvement of Management Systems and introduction of State of the Art and proven technologies. The key principles of HVPNL’s social policy are:

Avoid any disruption of socially sensitive areas with regard to human habitation and areas of cultural significance;

Wherever losses are suffered, assistance will be provided to the affected persons to improve or at least regain their living standards;

Consultations will be held among local population regarding finalization of proposed route of the transmission lines and sub-stations;

Ensure in delivering R&R entitlements and compensation for lost assets based on HVPNL’s entitlement framework;

Involuntary resettlement will be avoided or minimized by exploring all viable alternative project designs;

All adversely affected persons including those without title to land will be provided assistance to improve or regain their living standards to the pre project levels;

Special attention will be paid for the improvement of living standards of marginalized and vulnerable groups;

If any person’s remaining land holding becomes operationally non viable, the entire holding will be acquired and compensated accordingly, if the Affected Family (AF) desires. A similar approach will be adopted for structures affected partially;

Physical works will not commence on any portion of land before compensation and assistance to the affected population have been provided in accordance with the policy framework.

6.5 Social Entitlement framework The prescriptive social entitlement framework derives from the aforementioned constitutional directives national R&R Policy, State R&R Policy and relevant policies. Physical


displacement of people is not, and will not be, a major consequence of the company’s projects as has been the experience in the case with the other transmission companies. Regardless of displacement occurs, the entitlement framework will be a base for all its management procedures. The objective of the HVPNL’s framework is to ensure realistic rehabilitation and compensation of the acquired assets of the AFs covers categories such as Loss of Land (Homestead land, agriculture land, tenants, lease holders, encroachers/ squatters etc), Loss of structure ( with valid title, tenants, lease holders, squatters, cattle sheds, workshop sheds etc.), loss of livelihood, loss of standing crops/ trees, loss of access to Common Property Resources (CPR) and facilities, losses to host communities, Panchayat land and additional benefits for vulnerable person. For this package, entitlement provision applicable would be as per Clause 7 of the ESPP as per HVPNL’s social entitlement framework (see Table 6.1). In accordance with policy, compensation amounts have been computed at circle rates prevalent and are presented under Chapter 9 on Budget Estimates.


Table 6.1 - HVPNL's Social Entitlement Framework Sr. No.

Type of Loss/ Impact Entitled Person/s Entitlement

1. Loss of Land

a) Homestead land with valid title, or customary or usufruct rights

Titleholders

i) Cash compensation as per LA Act 1894

ii) Actual registration charges for purchase of alternate land for maximum of compensation amount within one year as per proof of purchased land.

iii) The land owners will be paid annuity for 33 years over and above the usual land compensation. The amount of annuity will be Rs. 15,000/-per acre per annum on prorata basis. Annuity of Rs. 15,000/- will be increased by a fixed sum of Rs.500/- every year as per State Government Policy.

Vulnerable person Titleholders One time additional compensation of Rs.5000 per acre on prorate basis will be paid in addition to above entitlements.

b) Agricultural Land

(i) With valid title Titleholders i) Cash compensation as per LA Act 1894

ii) Actual registration charges for purchase of alternate land for maximum of compensation amount within one year as per proof of purchased land.

The land owners will be paid annuity for 33 years over and above the usual land compensation. The amount of annuity will be Rs. 15,000/-per acre per annum on prorata basis. Annuity of Rs. 15,000/- will be increased by a fixed sum of Rs.500/- every year as per State Government Policy.

Vulnerable person Titleholders One time additional compensation of Rs.5000 per acre on prorate basis will be paid in addition to above entitlements.

(ii) tenants, sharecroppers, leaseholder including the commercial and other establishments

Individual with proof of tenancy/share cropping/leasing

Reimbursement for unexpired tenancy/share cropping/lease period.

Note: This amount will be deducted from the compensation payable to land owners.

Vulnerable person Individual with proof of tenancy/share cropping/leasing

One time additional compensation of Rs.5000 will be paid in addition to above entitlements.

(iii) Encroacher/Squatters Occupant Assistance to be provided for inclusion in various Government Schemes.

2. Loss of structure


Sr. No.


(i) with valid title, Structure owner

i) Compensation as per Haryana PWD scheduled rates

ii) One time financial assistance of Rs.10,000/- for shifting of family, building material, belongings and cattle etc.

Affected Families will be allowed to dismantle structure and carry salvage whatever they can.

Vulnerable person Structure owner


(ii) Tenant, leaseholder

(who have created the structure)

Individuals/ Party with proof of tenancy/leasing

i.) Compensation as per Haryana PWD scheduled rates.

ii) One time financial assistance of Rs.10,000/- for shifting of family, building material, belongings and cattles etc.

iii) Affected Families will be allowed to dismantle structure and carry salvage whatever they can.

iv) Reimbursement for unexpired tenancy/ lease period.

Note: The amount at iv) will be deducted from the compensation payable to land owners.

Vulnerable person

(who have created the structure)



(iii) Tenant, leaseholder

(Who have not created the structure)


Reimbursement for unexpired tenancy/ lease period.

Note: This amount will be deducted from the compensation payable to land owners.

Vulnerable person (Who have not created the structure)


Additional compensation of Rs.2000 will be paid in addition to above entitlements.

(iv) Squatters Structure

I. Compensation as per Haryana PWD scheduled rates.

II. Assistance in shifting by providing transport charges to actual or Rs.10,000/- maximum.

III. Affected Families will be allowed to dismantle structure and carry salvage whatever they can.

(v) Cattle shed

Owner/Family

Cash compensation of Rs. 15000/- for re-construction of cattle shed.

Vulnerable person Owner/Family Additional compensation of Rs.1000 will be paid to head of family in addition to above


Sr. No.


entitlements.

(vi) Workshop sheds Owner/Family

Cash compensation of Rs. 25000/- for re-construction of workshop shed.

Vulnerable person Owner/Family

Additional compensation of Rs.2000 will be paid to head of family in addition to above entitlements.

3 Loss of livelihood

i) Wage /Self employment (both agriculture and Non Agriculture)

Each adult earning member (both men & women)

Assistance to be provided for inclusion in various State Government Schemes for self-employment.

4 Loss of standing crops/ trees

i) a) Crops

b) Trees

Cultivator title holders

In either category compensation for the total loss of crop/tree as per LA Act during construction as well as during O&M**.

5 Loss of access to Common Property Resources (CPR) and facilities

i) Common property resources / Civic amenities.

Community Replacement of CPRs/Civic amenities to ensure equivalent community resources and amenities or provisions of functional equivalence.

6 Losses to host communities

i) CPR and Civic amenities Community Augmentation of resources of host community to sustain pressure of AFs.

7 Panchayat land Village Panchayat

Compensation as per State Government Policy.

8. Other Impacts related to loss of assets/ livelihood not identified.

AFs Unforeseen impacts should be documented and mitigative measures have to be proposed with in the overall principles & provisions of ESPP.

9. Title holders affected by Transmission towers In urban/ rural areas

Title holders Compensation as per “Works of licensees Rules 2006” notified by GoI on dated 18.4.2006.

Note: *Vulnerable person means the people below poverty level, widow, physically handicap and SC/ ST. ** compensation of damage to crops/trees during O&M would be paid within one month

Cut Off dates For the non-titleholders the cut-off date will be the date of census survey conducted as part of the socio-economic survey and for titleholders it will be the date of issuance of Section 4 (1) notice under the LA Act.


Public Disclosure, Consultation, and Participation Public consultation has been incorporated as an integral part of the process throughout the planning and execution of project. The Environment and Social Management Team (ESMT) will interact closely with PAPs, host communities, project personnel, government departments, NGOs right from the early stages of the project preparation on regular basis for developing and implementing the RAP and EMP. During implementation the public contact drives have been envisaged by bringing in active NGOs in the affected area. The first step of public awareness program is the publication of the public notification in the local newspapers as per the Section 29 of the Electricity (Supply) Act, 1948 in which details of the proposed project are given. The objections are to be filed within a period of 60 days from the date of publication of notification. The next step of the program is holding of the meetings and discussions with the public during the reconnaissance survey and again during the detailed survey/tower spotting. 6.5.1 Notification of government of Haryana on lease of lands for setting up of public utilities The government of Haryana has issued a notification vide Memo 8.1.2008 6239-54 dated 3/3/2008 which specifies the settlement of terms and conditions for lease of lands in shamlath deh in terms of Rule 6(5) of the Punjab Village Common Lands (Regulation) Rules, 1964. The key provisions of this notification are as given below (See Annexure G for full text of the notification). Panchayat may with the prior approval of the State Government lease out the land by allotment for a period not exceeding thirty three years and further renewable for a period not exceeding thirty three years for setting up infrastructure facilities, units of public utility nature, education institutions, Special Economic zone projects and Industrial development as for such purposes as may be specified by the State Government to be for the benefit of village community. The terms and conditions of lease including the lease money and mode of leasing and shall be such as may be approved by the Statement Government from time to time. Provided that the State Governments may specify the maximum area of the land in shamlat deh which can be leased out by a Gram Panchayat and may further specify area to be retained by such Gram Panchayat for common purposes such as pond, cremation ground, playground, etc in the interest of the inhabitants of the village. The government of Haryana’s notification related transfer of panchayat land mentions that for lease of lands for setting up facilities/infrastructure/units of public utility nature by the government or by any of its agencies like Boards/Corporations/Companies, etc, the applicable lease money shall be an amount equal to ten percent of the Collector rate of the land per acre year with progressive increase of ten percent after every five years.


CHAPTER 7 – COMPENSATION AND ASSISTANCE

7.1 Introduction This chapter deals with the mitigation measures for the losses caused by the proposed substations. Provisions applicable to compensation for panchayat land and compensation and assistance to PAPs are as follows: Compensation for panchayat land: Compensation for panchayat land shall be as per clause 7 of ESPP i.e. Government of Haryana’s policy. The government of Haryana’s notification related transfer of panchayat land mentions that for lease of lands for setting up facilities/infrastructure/units of public utility nature by the Government or by any of its agencies like Boards/Corporations/Companies, etc, the applicable lease money shall be an amount equal to ten percent of the Collector rate of the land per acre year with progressive increase of ten percent after every five years. Compensation and Assistance to PAPs: Clause b (ii) of the ESPP shall be applicable for tenants, sharecroppers, leaseholder including the commercial and other establishments. The entitlements are:

o reimbursement for unexpired tenancy/share cropping/ lease period. o Tenants /sharecroppers/leaseholders who belong to the vulnerable category

will be paid one time additional compensation of Rs. 5000/- in addition to the above entitlement.

The ESPP does not propose any assistance to PAPs who have taken land on lease.

7.2 Compensation and assistance – Masoodpur Sub-station The impact of the project resulting in loss of 22.5 acres of barren panchayat land has no adverse impacts on the village. The panchayat resolution clearly indicates that the land shall be given on lease. Based on the above clauses and in accordance with the resolution, compensation amount payable to panchayat has been presented in Chapter 9 on Budget Estimates. Also in this context, it is to be noted that any conditions laid down by the panchayat such as provision of 24 hours power supply must be recorded in the contract agreement with HVPNL.

7.3 Compensation and Assistance – Sagban The loss of 22 acres of cultivable panchayat land caused by the proposed sub-station will have the following negative impacts:

o loss of income that accrues to the Panchayat on an annual basis from auction of the aforesaid plot of land.

o loss of income that the leaseholder derives from cultivation of the land and sale of the produce. The impact shall be greater in case the PAP belongs to a vulnerable category.

There are two likely scenarios in case of transfer of panchayat land:


Scenario I: As per the resolution passed by Sagban village, wherein land shall be given free of cost and without any conditions. In this scenario, compensation to Panchayat for land taken will be nil. Scenario II: If land is taken on lease as per government of Haryana’s policy. In this scenario, compensation to Panchayat for land shall be as per clause given above in notification issued by government of Haryana. In both scenarios, compensation to leaseholder PAPs shall require at the time of implementation, information on the leaseholder, his or her vulnerability status, duration of the lease and unexpired lease period be recorded. Compensation payable for the unexpired lease period has to be calculated and paid accordingly to the leaseholder. An additional compensation amount of Rs. 5000/- is payable to the leaseholder PAP if he belongs to the vulnerable group. At the time of this survey, only one leaseholder PAP was recorded to be from the vulnerable category i.e. Scheduled Caste. Based on the above applicable clauses, compensation amount payable in both scenarios has been presented in Chapter 9 on Budget Estimates.

7.4 Compensation and Assistance – A-5 Sub-station As there are no impacts identified (See Chapter 4), there is requirement for compensation or assistance. However, in the event there is relocation of the residents of staff quarter, assistance shall be made as per company guidelines to facilitate their move and relocation.

7.5 Compensation and Assistance – Raiwali The loss of land shall have the following negative impacts:

o loss of income that accrues to the Panchayat on an annual basis from auction of the aforesaid plot of land.

o loss of income that the leaseholder derives from cultivation of the land and sale of the produce. Impact shall be greater in the case of a PAP belonging to a vulnerable category.

There are two possible scenarios in the transfer of land to HVPNL. They are given below: Scenario I: As per the resolution passed by Raiwali village, wherein land shall be given free of cost. In this scenario, compensation to Panchayat for land taken will be nil. Scenario II: If land is taken on lease as per government of Haryana’s policy. In this scenario, compensation to Panchayat for land shall be as per clause given above in notification issued by government of Haryana. In both scenarios, compensation to leaseholder PAPs shall require at the time of implementation, information on the leaseholder, his or her vulnerability status, duration of the lease and unexpired lease period should be recorded. Compensation payable for the unexpired lease period has to be calculated and paid accordingly to the leaseholder. An additional compensation amount of Rs. 5000/- is payable to the leaseholder PAP if he belongs to the vulnerable group. At the time of survey, only two leaseholder PAPs were recorded to be from the vulnerable category i.e. one each from the Scheduled Caste and Women headed household.


Based on the above applicable clauses, compensation amount payable in both scenarios has been presented in Chapter 9 on Budget Estimates.


CHAPTER 8 – INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS AND GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISMS

8.1 Introduction This section deals with the institutional arrangement and grievance redressal mechanisms as enunciated in the ESPP of HVPNL. These would be applicable to all the sub-stations and transmission lines that get funded under this proposed World Bank project.

8.2 Institutional Framework The company will have three levels of Institutional bodies to oversee and implement ESPP. The bodies are constituted at Head Quarter level; Zonal level; and Divisional Level. At Head Quarter Level: Environment, Resettlement and Rehabilitation Committee (ER&R) under the chairmanship of the Director Technical includes the concerned Chief Engineer/TS and CE/P&D HVPN, Ambala and Deputy Secretary/Projects as the Committee members. Deputy Secretary/Projects will be the Member Secretary of the R&R committee. At Zonal Level: The Environment and Social Monitoring Committee (ESMC) constitute of concerned Chief Engineer/TS , concerned Superintendent Engineer/TS, concerned Executive Engineer/TS, Land Acquisition officer and two representatives of the AFs and ESMC would report to Director Technical, HVPNL, Ambala. At Divisional Level: In addition to above, Environment and Social Implementation unit (ESIU) will be there consisting of Executive Engineer/TS and SSE/SDO/Construction of concerned place. The role and functions of the ER&R, ESMC and ESIU include but are not limited to:

Coordinate among the various agencies involved in implementation of the ESPP programs

Monitor and review implementation of the ESPP plans Function as a grievance redressal body; and Provide overall guidance and leadership for smooth implementation of the

resettlement and rehabilitation plans To ensure effective implementation of ESPP, HVPNL focuses on

1. strengthening the implementation of the ESPP by redeployment of appropriately trained persons at key levels;

2. reinforcing in house capabilities by working with specialized external agencies; and 3. reviewing progress of the ESPP internally or through external agencies

8.3 Social Procedures HVPNL has developed comprehensive Environmental and Social (E&S) Management Procedures and incorporated them to its project cycle, to ensure that its operation eliminates or minimizes adverse environmental and social impacts. The E&S management procedures identifies the relevant issues at early stages of project cycle and follow the basic philosophy of sustainable development through Avoidance, Minimization and Alleviation.


HVPNL’s project cycle forms the operational framework and background through which the environment & social issues are addressed. Key milestones in HVPNL’s transmission projects include project conceptualization; planning; approval; design; tendering; implementation and operation; and maintenance. 8.3.1 Project Conceptualization During project conceptualization, HVPNL identifies the project. Identification of a power transmission project is on the basis of demand and supply in regions and links between new power generating projects and availability of state’s quota of power from the POWERGRID. HVPNL carries out feasibility studies encompassing demand for energy, prioritizing for different sectors and regions, environmental and social impact assessment; economic and financial analysis; and an implementation schedule. During feasibility studies, HVPNL identifies and weight various line options on a survey map such that there is shortest distance between origin of the proposed transmission line and the substations sites. At all times, while considering line options, HVPNL keeps in view its policy of avoidance of socially (including environmentally) sensitive areas. 8.3.2 Project Planning During project planning, HVPNL carries out a Reconnaissance survey. A number of alternatives are studied to minimize possible social impacts of transmission line. The planning exercise also ensures that the route does not involve human habitation and areas of cultural importance. Field officers verify critical issues e.g. river, hill, railway crossings; power and telephone lines etc. and finalize the optimal route on the map. Once the route is finalized, HVPNL, will carry out a Environment & Social Assessment with its own field staff and prepare a Environment & Social Impact Assessment. Based on the assessment and the provisions under ESPP, HVPNL will formulate an EMP (Environment Management Plan & Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) in consultation with AFs. HVPNL considers various sites for substations. On the basis of data for various parameters considered during selection process, a comprehensive analysis for each alternative site will be carried out. Weightage will be given to various parameters for finalizing alternative sites which are often site specific. Due consideration is given to availability of infrastructure facilities such as access roads, railheads etc. type of land viz. government, revenue, private, agriculture, environment and social impacts such as number of families affected as well as cost of compensation and rehabilitation. 8.3.3 Operation and Maintenance HVPNL continuously monitors the transmission lines and substations. The lines are patrolled regularly to identify any defects in the components. Monitoring of the line is carried out by the respective HVPNL field offices. 8.3.4 Project Review The social components of the project will be reviewed by the ESMU of HVPNL on regular basis.

8.4 Capacity Building Training and development of employees is integral to implementation of ESPP. In the beginning, training would be imparted to the executive/non-executive from NPTI/PGCIL so as to enable them to understand the ESPP document, to take necessary steps in right time to implement.


It is recommended that the HVPNL carries out periodic orientation and refresher courses that comprise of social and environmental issues applicable to such projects. Content of these courses should also comprise of the mitigation measures that are required to be adopted in the case of sub-stations and transmission line projects.

8.5 Grievance Redress Mechanism It is expected that through a participatory process and good compensation and support mechanisms, acceptance of the project will be enhanced and complaints reduced. In case of issues related to land acquisition, the LA Act provides adequate provisions at different stages of the LA process for the AFs to object to the proposed acquisition of land and other properties, compensation rates, etc. The LA Act also allows the affected persons to receive the compensation under protest and then refer the case to the court for settlements. However ESMC at the Zonal Level will hear complaints and facilitate solutions. If the grievance is not redressed at zonal level, the affected person can appeal to the Environment R&R committee at Corporate level. He/she can further appeal to the court if his/her grievance is not redressed at either zonal or corporate level.

In addition to the proposed grievance redressal under the ESPP, it is recommended that another level of grievance redressal be added at the Division level to help record complaints. The advantage of such a mechanism would be receive, and forward it to the ESMC at Zonal level for redressal. Past experiences in other such and other infrastructure projects too indicate handling of issues at lowest possible level have proved more effective than if they are let to scale up.


Organizational Structure for ESPP

NGO contract (only a Nevada) Lump sum

Sub Total Contingency Contingency amount @ 10 % of total amount C

Sub Total Grand Total (A+B+C)

ER&R High Powered Committee at HQ level Director/ Technical

Chairman

CE/ TS Concerned Member

Deputy Secy/ Projects Member Secy. (Nodal Officer)

Environment Social management Committee (ESMC) at Zonal level

CE/ TS Concerned Chairman

SE/ TS Concerned

XEN/ TS Concerned

LAO Two representatives AFs

Environment & Social Implementation Committee (ESIU) at Division level XEn/ TS

Concerned SSE/ SDO construction concerned

CE/ P&D Member

Complaint recorded at this level


CHAPTER 9 – BUDGET ESTIMATES

9.1 Introduction This chapter presents the budget estimates for this package. The budget estimate is based on information collected during the site visit from the revenue department and other relevant sources. The budget is based on the entitlement matrix as given in the ESPP.

9.2 Budget Since this package involves land acquisition for the substations, the land rates have been taken as prevalent in respective tehsils where the substations are located i.e. circle rate. Land rates are given in Table 9.1.

Table 9.1 : Circle Rates applicable at Sub-station sites Name of the Village Type of Land Per acre costs

Masoodpur Barren 725000 Sagban Cultivable 600000

A-5 (Faridabad) Commercial 1000000 Raiwali Cultivable 600000

As A-5 Faridabad sub-station is an upgradation from the existing sub-station, no separate budget has been provided. For the other three sub-stations separate budgets along with options are presented in Table 9.2, 9.3 and 9.4 below. This includes cost of land for substations, additional compensation payable to those belonging to Scheduled Caste category and contingency for any unforeseen situations.

Table 9.2 : Estimated Budget for Masoodpur Sub-station Financed by Sl.

No. Item Unit Quantity

(in acres) Cost/unit (In Rs.)

World Bank (Rs)

HVPNL(Rs)

OPTION 1 – IF LAND IS TAKEN ON LEASE AS PER PANCHAYAT RESOLUTION

A Panchayat barren Acre 22.5 72500/acre i.e. 10% percent of the collector

rate for land per acre per year with progressive

increase of ten percent after five years

71600021

B Contingency amount @ 5 % of total amount

3580001

Grand Total (A+B)

75180022

Rupees Seven Crores Fifty One Lakhs Eighty Thousand and Twenty Two Only


Table 9.3 : Estimated Budget for Sagban Sub-station Financed by Sl.



World Bank (Rs)

HVPNL(Rs)

OPTION 1 – LAND IS TAKEN AS PER PANCHAYAT RESOLUTION (FREE OF COST) A Cultivable Panchayat land Acre 22 0 0

B Compensation for unexpired lease period*

No. TBD TBD TBD

C One time additional compensation of Rs. 5000/- payable to one leaseholder PAP who belongs to vulnerable category

No. LUMPSUM 5000 5000

Total (A+B+C) 5000 Rupees Five Thousand Only OPTION 2 – IF LAND IS TAKEN ON LEASE AT CIRCLE RATE AS PER GOVT. OF HARYANA POLICY A Cultivable Panchayat land Acre 22 60000 per acre i.e.

10% percent of the collector rate for land per acre per

year with progressive increase

of ten percent after five years

57938408


No. TBD TBD TBD

C One time additional compensation of Rs. 5000/- payable to one person belonging to vulnerable category

No. LUMPSUM 5000 5000

Total (A+B+C) 57943408

D Contingency amount @ 5 % of total amount

2897170

Grand Total (A+B+C+D)

60840578

Rupees Six Crore Eight Lakhs Forty Thousand Five Hundred and Seventy Eight Only Note: B is for tenants/leaseholder for whom at the time of implementation, information on the leaseholder, vulnerable status, duration of the lease and unexpired lease period should be recorded. Compensation payable for the unexpired lease period has to be calculated and paid accordingly to the leaseholder.


Table 9.4 : Estimated Budget for Raiwali Sub-station Financed by Sl.



World Bank (Rs)

HVPNL(Rs)

OPTION 1 – LAND IS TAKEN AS PER PANCHAYAT RESOLUTION A Cultivable Panchayat

land Acre 20 0 0


No. TBD TBD TBD

C One time additional compensation of Rs. 5000/- payable to two person belonging to vulnerable category

No. 2 5000 10000

Grand Total (A+B+C)

10000

Rupees Ten Thousand Only OPTION 2 – IF LAND IS TAKEN ON LEASE AT CIRCLE RATE AS PER GOVT. OF HARYANA POLICY

A Cultivable Panchayat land

Acre 20 60000 per acre i.e. 10% percent of the

collector rate for land per acre per year with progressive

increase of ten percent after five

years

52671280


No. TBD TBD TBD

C One time additional compensation of Rs. 10000/- payable to two leaseholder PAPs who belong to vulnerable category

No. 2 5000 10000

Total (A+B+C) 52681280

D Contingency amount @ 5 % of total amount

2634064

Grand Total (A+B+C+D)

55315344

Rupees Five Crores Fifty Three Lakhs Fifteen Thousand Three Hundred and Forty Four Only Note: At the time of implementation, information on the leaseholder, vulnerable status, duration of the lease and unexpired lease period should be recorded. Compensation payable for the unexpired lease period has to be calculated and paid accordingly to the leaseholder.


Table 9.5 – Consolidated Estimated Budget for Package G-5

OPTION 1 - IF LAND IS TAKEN AS PER RESOLUTION IN EACH SUB-PACKAGE A Masoodpur Sub-station

75180022

B Sagban Sub-station

5000

C A-5 Faridabad Sub-station

0

D Raiwali Sub-station

10000

Grand Total (all sub-packages)

75195022

Rupees Seven Crores Fifty One Lakhs Ninety Five Thousand and Twenty Two only OPTION 2 - IF LAND IS TAKEN ON LEASE AT CIRCLE RATE AS PER GOVT. OF HARYANA POLICY A Masoodpur Sub-station

75180022

B Sagban Sub-station

60840578

C A-5 Faridabad Sub-station

0

D Raiwali Sub-station

55315344

Grand Total (all sub-packages)

191330694

Rupees Nineteen Crores Thirteen Lakhs Thirty Thousand Six Hundred and Ninety Four Only

In scenario I – where land is taken as per panchayat resolution the consolidated budget for the RRAP under Package G-5 is Rs. 7,51,95,022 (Rupees Seven Crore Fifty One Lakhs Ninety Five Thousand and Twenty Only). In scenario II, where land is taken on lease as per Haryana government policy, the consolidated budget for RRAP under Package G-5 is Rs. 19,13,30,694/- (Rupees Nineteen Crores Thirteen Lakhs Thirty Thousand Six Hundred and Ninety Four) only.


CHAPTER 10 – IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE

10.1 Introduction The outcome of the RRAP depends upon quality of implementation. This chapter deals with the implementation schedule for the RRAPs for the new proposed sub-stations at the villages of Masoodpur, Sagban and Raiwali in Hisar, Bhiwani and Ambala districts respectively and the upgradation of A-5 Sub-station in Faridabad town.

10.2 Implementation Issues and Schedule Key issues in implementation are likely to be the following:

(i) Timely processing of resolution/contract agreement between HVPNL and village for transfer of land

(ii) Release of funds as per agreement for the first year and also for subsequent years.

(iii) Payment of compensation for unexpired lease period, if any at Sagban and Raiwali villages; payment of additional assistance to vulnerable persons; and

(iv) Notification for harvesting of crops at Sagban and Raiwali villages

Another recommended, but not mandatory measure would be for HVPNL to hold a consultation meeting with all the members of the villages following processing of resolution and prior to commencement of construction works. This meeting could provide information such as duration of construction, potential disruptions to access roads, potential employment opportunities if any, etc. They could take the opportunity to disseminate information on safety norms applicable and grievance mechanisms available for recording of complaints, if any. These continued consultations shall help continue the good rapport that has been built already besides understand and suitably address any changed perceptions of the people of the affected villages. Implementation will require detailed coordination between the project authority – HVPNL and other relevant line departments. The breakdown of each activity has been provided in the Implementation Schedule. Table 10.1 below indicates the implementation schedule in case of land being donated by Panchayat. The total implementation period is likely to be more than two months from the start date of the project. Employment opportunities, if any are likely shall be on continuous/ continual basis.

Table 10.1 – Implementation Schedule

Week

Activity

Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 Wk 9 onwards

Processing of Resolution

Notification for harvesting of crops

Compensation to leaseholder PAPs for unexpired


lease period and additional compensation amount if they belong to vulnerable category Transfer of land

Release of funds for panchayat


Annexure A – Hisar


Annexure A1 – Photographs of proposed site for Sub-Station at Masoodpur

Proposed site at Masoodpur village

Drain besides Sub-station site


Annexure A2 – Details of Land Transfer of proposed site for Sub-Station at Masoodpur......................................


Annexure A3 – Details of Stakeholder Consultations for Sub-Station at Masoodpur

Community Consultations at Masoodpur Village

Name of the Village Masoodpur

Venue Sarpanch house

Date Primary School

Start and End Time 3.30 to 5.00 pm

No. of Persons attended: 15-16

FGD Conducted by Manish and Chandrani

Objectives: Inform the villagers about the proposed sub-station and transmission line route to understand their overall socio-economic condition to elicit their views and perceptions on project Demographic Details: Population: 20,000; Number of Families in village: 3500 Economic Base: Employment Status : Working 70 % Non-working 30 % Main Occupation in village: Agriculture (85 % ) Income : 3,000 – 4,000 per month (approx); Other Occupations: Govt. Service, Pvt. Service, Business (5 %); Income : Above 4,000 per month (approx); Alternative Source of Livelihoods: Agricultural labour & daily wage labour (10 %); Income : 2,000 – 3,000 per month (approx Other Informations : Total area of available Panchayat land : 22.5 acre (Barren land from 7 years); Required land for sub-station : 19 acre; Education Status : Literate (85 %) - Middle (5 %), Matric (70 %), Inter (20 %), Higher (5 %) Illiterate (15 %); Sex Ratio : 750 – 800 female per 1000 male; No. of Panchayat member including Sarpanch : 20; Female members in Panchayat : 7 Present mode of power supply: presently 11 kv line – 2 to 3 hrs. daily Water Supply Status: Public Health Boosting Station – supply free of cost Sanitation: effluent collected through open drain in a pond which further used for agriculture Agriculture Details: Cropping pattern: 2 times in a year and the types of crops grown are Wheat, Mustard, Gram Type of trees (Forest / Private): Neem, Babul, Sisam, Pipal, Eucalyptus Benefits of the project as perceived by the community: Increase in the duration of power supply; Temporary employment opportunity; Land rates will increase; Industrial area may be developed e.g. cottage industry, small scale industries; Household activities will be better Improvement in study duration for the student.

Suggestions from the Community: Power supply for 24 hrs. , concession in electricity bill, Preference in local employment to the villagers, Other employment opportunities should be given under Govt. Schemes, Polytechnic college, degree college should come up in the village, Hospital should be developed within the village Gender Issues: For dinking water (fresh water) women have to go far away up to village boundary; Water supply after every 5 – 6 days; No hospital / PHC – they have to go Hansi (approx 18 Km away) for treatment; No maternal facilities available within the village;


Women area there who know stitching, etc., but no proper centre to explore these; No permanent space for Anganwadi centre; Education for elders (aged persons) are not available within village; No better education facilities, technical, vocational training centres available for girls; Decision making right for women is limited and no social activity are allowed for them; Employment opportunities are not available for women within the village. Suggestions: Regular water and electric supply, Requirement of Hospital, maternal hospital within the village; Improvement in education level – requirement of Girls’ High School, degree College, technical institute, vocational & computer training centre; Permanent accommodation required for Anganwadi centre and stitching centre; Employment opportunities for women should be given; Small scale industries, self help groups, etc. should be developed in the village; Training centres for improvement of Self employment opportunities should be established in the village under different Govt. schemes Outcome: Proud that their village has been chosen to site the sub-station and look forward to all the development that shall result from this sub-station.


Annexure A-4 General Electric Layout of the Masoodpur Sub-station


Annexure B – Bhiwani


Annexure B1 – Photographs of proposed site for Sub-Station at Sagban

Photo 1 – Mustard Crop at proposed site at Sagban village

Photo 2 – Pond in Sagban village


Annexure B2 – Layout Map of proposed site for Sub-Station at Sagban


Annexure B3 – Details of Land Transfer of proposed site for Sub-Station at Sagban


Annexure B4 – Notification regarding circle rate for the district Bhiwani


Annexure B5 – Details of Stakeholder Consultations for Sub-Station at Sagban

Community Consultations at Sangwan Village

Name of the Village Sangwan


Date 24h February 2009


No. of Persons attended: 23

FGD Conducted by Saket and Hari

Objectives: inform the villagers about the proposed sub-station and transmission to understand their overall socio-economic condition to elicit their views and perceptions on project Issues discussed: A combined consultation was held with the village panchayat and the community. The village Sarpanch – Mr. Manga Ram and other panchayat members also participated in the discussions. Transfer of the said land and its impact was discussed. Issues discussed mainly included current situation of power supply, irrigation, safety measures and other social impacts. Currently there is only 4-5 hours supply of power supply and is available every day between 11.00 to 2.00 and 6.00 to 9.00. The village has a total of 21000 bigha land is there in total of which there are 56 acres that belong to the panchayat. Average land holding is 2.0 to 2.5 acres/ 10 bigha. There about 22 acres of barren land which they have agreed to give to HVPNL at no cost. The villagers indicated that this piece of land had been having one crop i.e Mustard for many years. During the Consultations the villagers were explained the importance of safety measures in and around the proposed sub-station including fencing and the restrictions on land use and activities. The villagers understood and accepted the restrictions. The villagers in fact assured full cooperation on this issue and stated not only they will provide labor as required but also adhere to the safety norms prescribed. Social impacts: The scenario of temporary loss of access to road does not arise as the site is adjacent to a major road which is accessible through out the year and any such activity would not affect the movement on the road. The villagers informed that though the village has four ponds, of which two are used by cattle bathing, two others serve for drinking water and other purposes, and also a well, when the monsoon are bad then the water level goes down and is a cause for concern. Water bore level is 70 feet, the depth of water in the well too is around the same. The villagers stated that there is no other source of irrigation and they use diesel engines for drawing of water. The depth of water in the pond is around 25-30 feet. Enhancements: Majority of the consulted stakeholders including the Sarpanch perceived that the project would have positive impact on the village. Officials indicated to them besides, the sub-station they had proposed to their higher authorities that the approach road be built along with two culverts. And they shall receive approval for it. The villagers added that the major enhancement would be to the employment and education which is currently hampered. They hoped that as water supply issue too will also be addressed. Temporary or permanent employment opportunities: The issue of provision of temporary (or


permanent) employment opportunities, if any was discussed. During construction of sub-station and staff quarters, labour force (both skilled and unskilled) would be required. Villagers stated that very few of their youths had formal training and they can contribute to during the construction and operation stages. They indicated nearly everybody is engaged in agriculture. They market the produce of wheat which is the main crop at Tosham and get a good price as indicated by government. BPL families work mostly in stone breaking and other daily labor etc in Bhiwani, Tosham. They are in full agreement with the resolution for giving land and also are fully aware of the land that is being given besides are willing to provide full cooperation. In response to query on what their expectations were in return for the land provided, they responded that better power supply to the village would be big plus as its shortage was impacting education, irrigation and also carrying out of domestic chores. On other issues such as Education, the villagers indicated that it is a low priority with many only educated upto class X, metric and only a handful of graduates. Girls too go school and there are no graduates. For medical needs, they go to Bhiwani, Tosham for both themselves and or cattle. Outcome: Proud that their village has been chosen to site the sub-station and look forward to all the development that shall result from this sub-station.


Focus Group Discussions with women at Sangwan Village

Name of the Village Sangwan


Date 24h February 2009



FGD Conducted by Parul

Objectives: inform ladies about the proposed sub-station to understand their overall socio-economic condition to elicit their views and perceptions on project Issues discussed: Village and household composition: The village has 2000 households with a total population of approximately 7000-8000. Land use: They are all into agricultures besides work as daily labor carrying out stone breaking as daily labour. Occupation: They are satisfied to give land for the sub-station purpose. They indicated that all the crops shall be cut before the land is handed for construction purposes. The current crop that is grown is Mustard. Electricity status is available for approximately 2 hours during day time and then again from 2hrs during night time and this meant that total supply during a day is around 2-4 hours a day. They are ready to pay for the electricity that they shall get. They have a major problem with water, though they can bath easily their cattle as their 3-4 four ponds in the village. For water, they have pay Rs. 200-300 for tankers. Occupation: Farming is the main occupation. There was no industry only few shops can see like cement etc. Outcome: Proud that their village has been chosen to site the sub-station and look forward to all the development that shall result from this sub-station.


Annexure C – Faridabad


Annexure C1 – Photographs of proposed site for upgradation of Sub-Station at Faridabad

Site for upgradation to 220 kV of A-5 sub-station

Temple inside the A-5 substation colony


Annexure C2 – Layout Map of proposed site for Sub-Station at Faridabad


Annexure C3 – Details of Stakeholder Consultations for Sub-Station at Faridabad

Focus Group Discussions with women at A-5 sub-station colony

Name of the Village Sector A-3 Faridabad

Venue Housing colony of A-5 sub-station

Date 13th February 2009


No. of Persons attended: 7-8 ladies (and also one male sub-station official)

FGD Conducted by Neha, Sangeet and Hari

Objectives: inform ladies about the proposed upgradation of sub-station to understand their overall socio-economic condition to elicit their views and perceptions on project Issues discussed: All female members are wives of the DHVBN and HVPNL employees. Ladies indicated that they had been residing in these quarters that had been established over 22-23 years back. They were aware of a proposal to upgrade the transformer but did not know when it would take place. Supply improvement is welcome. Use of household appliances would increase and that would facilitate household work. They stated that the power supply good in the colony with minimal cuts. Power not supplied to nearby hospital because of lower power supply which is a result of lower capacity The colony roads through which the equipment shall pass are pucca types and therefore did not expect a problem. They were not aware that four houses might be established and this would be assessment if there is not adequate space for upgradation. All facilities are provided except for the provision of sanction to repair their houses. Other issues: Most are housewives, their children study in nearby schools, and there are plenty of schools in the vicinity besides a small temple in the colony. The open spaces inside the colony are enough for the children to play as well as to tend the cattle. They informed commuting was not a problem. While higher category of employees own personal four wheel vehicles, other categories of staff used two wheelers or other commercial transport. Outcome: They indicated they were content with the available power supply


Annexure D – Ambala


Annexure D1 – Photographs of proposed site for Sub-Station at Raiwali


Annexure D2 – Layout Map of proposed site for Sub-Station at Raiwali


Annexure D3 – Panchayat resolutions of Raiwali and Ghazipur for additional acres of land


Panchayat resolutions passed by villages of Raiwali and Ghazipur regarding terms of power supply


Annexure D4 – Notification regarding circle rate for Raiwali village, district Ambala


Annexure D5 – Details of Stakeholder Consultations for Sub-Station at Raiwali

Community Consultations at Raiwali village Name of the Village Raiwali

Venue Shop adjacent to road at Raiwali/Singhpura intersection

Date 20/02/2009



FGD Conducted by Srihari and Ritu

Objectives: inform the community about the sub-station and the transmission line to understand their overall facilities available in the colony to elicit their views and perceptions on project Village profile: Raiwali, singhpura and ghazipur are three villages that are adjacent to Punjab border. Raiwali and Singhpura have 5000 no.s of population whereas Ghazipur has approximately 10000 nos. Raiwali and Singhpura have a total of 12000 acre and panchayat land of about 350 acres. Ghazipur has around 6000 acres with an additional 750 acres of panchayat land. Average land holding is approximately 6-7 acres per household. Of the total population of the village approximately 25% -30% of the villages are BPL population and do not have their own lands. Nearly all the houses in the villages are pucca houses. 5-10 households are Muslim households. Majority of the households are either Sikh or Hindu. The villages cultivate wheat and paddy mainly and sell them in the markets of Karnal. Villages have predominantly agricultural land use Power supply status: Though a prosperous village and developed in most aspects, it is at the tail end and receives a maximum of 4-5 hours of power every day. Three phase power that is essential for running of motor, etc particularly for cultivation is available only every alternate day. In summer it is even worse, the power supply. For obtaining water, women and men cross the border to Punjab where it is available in abundance. It is often an endless wait for electricity and involves many frequent visits to the adjacent sub-stations at Barwala to check and take stock of the situation. Since the power supply is badly affecting the water, they have to go far to fetch water and in particular across the border. Ladies in the village use autos, cycles to fetch water. They are desperate for more power particularly during the harvest season and paddy season Examination times are really bad as the power cuts lead. They have to make do with inverters and gen sets too are resorted even though they are expensive but are the only options available. Land given: Total of 15 acres of land given by both villages of Raiwali(Singhpura) and Ghazpur. A total of 15 acres has been given, whereas 5 additional acres requested by HVPNL for additional bays for setting up of additional 13 bays has been passed by resolution very recently. They are in full agreement with the resolution and have given up their fertile land to help setting the sub-station and receive the benefits that shall flow from it. Safety: They requested that safety norms be adhered to strictly as some and near persons in the village have met with fatal accidents causing much grief to the families in particular and others in the village.


Occupation: Though they are engaged in agriculture mainly, they work as labor in adjacent towns. Education: All children – girls and boys go to school. There are graduates, and even female graduates in B.Ed and working in private sector in and outside such as in Ambala city. 1200 graduates Have ITI trained graduates too and Benefits perceived: Shall significantly supplement the power supply that is received currently and is found inadequate. Power supply shall greatly help in the irrigation of paddy – a crop that requires a lot more. Currently the paddy season causes the most difficulties as it requires a lot more water. Other infrastructure: Has a kutcha road – under construction by PMGSY; village has medical facilities and also schools. On one side there is a Gurudwara that is present in the village and temple on other side. Outcome: Villagers are willing to offer labor during construction of sub-station and overall full cooperation as this key infrastructural requirement shall help the village significantly.


Focus Group Discussions with women at Raiwali/Singhpura

Name of the Village Raiwali village

Venue Houses of Sarpanch and other female member

Date 20th February 2009



FGD Conducted by Ritu

Objectives: inform ladies about the proposed sub-station to understand their overall socio-economic condition to elicit their views and perceptions on project Issues discussed: Power supply: Women here indicated that electricity was a major constraint in their daily lives. It impacted their daily lives to a great degree and made it somewhat of a drudgery. They indicated that electricity was only available to them for 5-6 hours and that too not on daily basis but every alternate day. This erratic power supply made availability of water for domestic usage too a major issue since, they were linked. The issue became even more grave in summers when the heat is just unbearable. Though water in the area is adequate but without electricity supply in the village it was not enough to run for them to run their electric motors to pump water. Women also informed that they had to go up to nearby villages to fetch water in Punjab where water supply was good due to more availability of electric supply. They wanted to know why if power in the adjoining was so much better in the adjoining areas. It was informed that groundwater available in the area was frequently found to carry yellowish colour and slightly acidic nature A related issue of water supply was the washing of domestic animals cows, buffaloes and sheep. Though required, these animals could not be washed frequently due to scarcity of water. An issue of nuisances due to large number of flies and mosquitoes was also raised. Since the women folk staying at home did not have sufficient electric supply, they could not make use of mosquito repellants or also switch of fans to lessen the disturbance caused due to flies. They also reported that the village had very frequent incidences of children suffering from viral and malarial infections. None of the electric equipments in house (e.g. fridge, Television etc.) could be put to use due to lack of electric supply. Also, there were frequent cases of breakdown of these electric equipments due to very low voltage available even when electricity is available. The women also raised a concern on the effect of low electricity supply on children since they could not study in evening hours. They perceived benefits of better power supply to be carrying out domestic chores such as processing of cattle fodder manually becomes strenuous as on occasions the fodder is too strong. Currently due to this reason, they indicated their cattle stay hungry for a few days. Most women in the village were educated upto Higher Secondary Level and current generation of girl children are studying further. Outcome: They indicated sub-station as a long-standing requirement and a much needed development that shall have multiple benefits.


Annexure E – List of Officials


Annexure E – List of Officials At Bhiwani 1. Mr. Narinder Sharma, XEN, T/S Division, Bhiwani 2. Mr. C. R. Sheoran, S. D. O. Civil, Bhiwani 3. Mr. Kuldip, J. E., Bhiwani 4. Mr. Narinder, J. E., Bhiwani 5. Mr. Khurana, S.D.O. Civil, Bhiwani At Ambala 1. Mr. Rakesh Jolly, XEN, T/S Division 2. Mr. Yogesh Gupta, Assistant Executive Engineer 3. Mr. G. D. Manocha, A.A.E, Madanpur 4. Mr. Jai Bhagwan, Sub-station officer, Barwala S/Stn At Faridabad 1. Mr. T. R. Nanda, SE T/S Circle, Faridabad 2. Mr. Deepak Garg, AEE, Palwal 3. Mr. Deepak Bhardwaj, AEE, Faridabad 4. Mr. Nandalal, JE, Palwal At Hisar 1. Mr. P. K. Paliwal SE T/S Circle, Hisar 2. Kulbir Singh XEN TS HVPNL Hisar 3. V. K. Choudhary, A.E.E & SDO Const. S/D- II Hisar 4. V. K. Pravakar, XEN/ Civil, HVPNL, Hisar 5. Bheera Singh, J.E., HVPNL, Hisar


Annexure F – Details of Project Affected Persons


Annexure F1 – Details of Project Affected Persons

Details of PAPs in Package G-5 Land in acres Validity of lease S.No. Name of PAP

Owned Taken on lease

Start date End date Amount paid for

total land taken on

lease

Remarks

Masoodpur sub-station Land is barren and there is/are no PAP Sagban sub-station 1 Mahabir 1 4 26/05/2008 25/05/2009 35000 2 Mange Ram 0 7 26/05/2008 25/05/2009 54000 3 Ram Kumar 3 2.5 26/05/2008 25/05/2009 11000 4 Dhuli Chand 0 3.5 26/05/2008 25/05/2009 18100 5 Sundar

Jaisingh* Not

known 5 26/05/2008 25/05/2009 15000

All pieces of land taken on lease shall be impacted by the substation activity

A-5 Faridabad sub-station No PAP Raiwali sub-station 1 Harjinder

Singh 4 7 June 2008 June 2009 7900

2 Sukhdev Singh

6 4 June 2008 June 2009 8400

All pieces of land taken on lease shall be impacted by the substation activity

3 Karti Devi w/o Late Roshan Lal

0 3 June 2008 June 2009 Lease holder expired in middle of March, 2009

4 Shamsher 0 4 June 2008 June 2009


Annexure G – Government of Haryana notification on

leasing of panchayat lands


Annexure G Notification on lease of panchayat lands


Annexure H– Formats and Rates


Annexure H1– Consultation Checklist

CONSULTATION CHECKLIST Name of the Village/Panchayat

Date

Venue

No. of Persons attended:

Start and End Time

Issue Covered Yes No Information about the project

Details on the Sub-station (KV, coverage of area)

Duration of construction for Sub-station

Site Specifications of Sub-station (type of land on sub-station is sited)

Safety Issues

Restrictions on land use in and around the sub-station

Social impacts

Loss of land (for substation), structures and other community property resources such as playground

Temporary Loss of access to road, etc.

Temporary loss of income

Impact on Water situation due to supply for the sub-station

Enhancement (or if any deprivation) of features of the area around sub-station


Mitigation Measures

Compensation for land (and substation) and structures

Provision of compensation of lost trees and CPRs

Work Opportunities

Provision of temporary (or permanent) employment opportunities, if any


Annexure H2 – Census/Socio Economic Survey Questionnaire

HARYANA POWER PROJECT

Census/Socio Economic Survey Questionnaire

Investigator Name Supervisor Name

Respondent Name AC/BC Type of Household

Type of the Use

(Note: Provide a sketch of the property on Page 4 of this questionnaire.)

A. IDENTIFICATION

A.1 General Identification.

A.2 Type of Property Private

Government Trust Community Others

1 2 3 4 5 A.3 Ownership A.3.1 Do you own the structure/ plot/ agriculture land? A.3.2 Occupiers Name ___________________________S/o__________________________ A.3.3 Name, Address, Phone Number and LANDMARK __________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ A.3.4 If Tenant, Name and Address and Contact Number of the Owner ____________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________

Date 2 0 0

Identification Number

/ /

Road No Side Number

General SC

ST OBC Women headed household

BPL* If BPL, card NoBPL*

1 2 3 4 5 6

Residential 1 Commercial 2 Residential cum Commercial 3 Open Land/Plot 4 Plantation/ Orchard 5 Graveyard 6 School 7 PHC/Hosp./Dispensary. 8 Industrial 9 Mazar 10 Temple 11 Masjid 12 Church 13 Shrine 14 Vill Com/ Panchyat/Government Land 15 Agriculture 33 Waste/ Grazing/ Barren 17 Others (specify) 99

No of Storeys G 1 G+1 2 G+2 3

State District Block Town//Village

Owner 1. Tenant 2. Encroacher 3. Squatter 4. Share Cropper 5


A.3.5 Please provide with an ID Proof (Ration card, Voter Id, PAN Card, Driving Licence, any ONE) Record the details.

_______________________________________________________________________________

A.4 Utilities on the Property

Sl.No Utilities Unit(s) owned Sl.No Live Stock Asset Numbers 1. Trees 1. Cow 2. Dug wells 2. Buffalo 3. Tube wells 3. Sheep 4. Lift Irrigation Points 4. Goat 5. Water Tap 5. Pig 6. Water Tank 6. Poultry 7. Hand Pump 7. Pond Others (Mention) 8. Cattle Shed 9 Water supply

pipeline

10 Boundary wall 11 Barbed wire fence 12 Pond 13 Others (SP)

A.5 Trees that are likely to be affected Tree type Height of tree

Distance from tower base

1. Mango 2. Mulberry, 3. eucalyptus, 4. pine, 5. kikar, 6. shisham and 7. babul

A.6 Typology of the Main Structure

Roof Wall Floor Boundary No of Rooms

RCC/RBC 1 Brick 1 Concrete 1 Brick 1 Thatched 2 Wood

Plastic 2 Mud 2 Barbed Wire 2

Mud 3 Mud 3 Stone 3 Wood 3 GI / Asbestos 4 Asbestos 4 Others 9 Others 9

Bamboo 5 Others 9 Others 9

B. Structural Details B.1.1 How old is the structure? (Mention the Year since you are operating from this structure) B.1.2. How long are you residing or operating from the structure? B.1.3 Measurement of the Land (in mts) Length:

Breadth: Total Area:

Impacted area Remarks if any


B.1.4 Measurement of the Structure/Asset Length:

Breadth: Height Total area of the structure

Total Impacted area of the structure

Remarks if any

B.1.5 What type of business are you doing, in case of commercial use?

1. Tea Stall 8. Kabari Shop 15. Motel 2. Grocery/General/KiranaStore 9. Educational institution 33. Butcher/meat 3. Vegetables/ Fruits 10. Hotel/ Restaurant 17. Barber Shop 4. Cloth/Garments 11. Electrical 18. Medicine Shop 5. Tailor shop 12 Furniture 19 Wine Shop 6. Pan/ Cigarette Shop 13 Petrol Pump 20 Phone/Photocopy shop 7. Garage/ Mechanic Shop 14. Lubricant Shop 99. Any other, please specify

B.1.6 Is your business self owned? 1 -Yes / 2 - No B.1.7 How many people have you employed? (number) B.1.9 Where would you prefer to move from here ? (Residential and Commercial Both )

S No Place Where (specify) Distance in Kms from current location

1 Within the Village/ Town 2 Outside the Village / Town

B.1.10 Do you have any alternative land /structure? 1 - Yes / 2 - No B.1.11 If Yes, where?

Place (specify) Distance in Kms from existing

B.2. Agricultural Details B.2.1 Do you have agricultural land? 1 - Yes / 2 - No B.2.2 Type of Land 1. Irrigated 2. Un-irrigated 3. Waste Land 9. Other (Specify) B.2.3 What Crops you Grow ? 1. Rice 2. Maize 3. Tea 4. Wheat 5. Vegetables 6. Fruits 7. Bamboo 9. Others (Specify)__ ___________________ B.2.4 For how many years the Land being cultivated by you / your ancestors ____

C.1. Household Details

C.1.1. Caste details

C.1.2. Type of Family

C.1.2. No. of Persons in Household.

ST (hills) ST (Plain)

SC MOBC OBC General

1 2 3 4 5 6 Others Specify the Caste Group 9

Nuclear Joint Extended Sibling 1 2 3 4

Above 15 yrs Below 15 yrs


Codes for Relationship 1 Head of the House Hold 2 Wife 3 Husband 4 Son

5 Daughter 6 Son-in-law 7 Daughter-in-law 8 Grandfather

9 Grandmother 10 Grandson 11 Grand daughter 12 Grandson-in-law

13 Grand daughter-in-law 14 Brother 15 Sister 33 Brother-in-law

17 Sister-in-law 18 Father 19 Mother 20 Father-in-law

21 Mother-in-law 22 Uncle 23 Aunt 24 Cousin

25 Nephew 26 Niece 27 Any other (specify)

C.2. Family Profile. (Start from Head of the Household) Member Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

C.2.1 Name

Write down the names of all person who live and eat together in this household starting with head exclude persons under the age of 14 years.

C.2.2 Relationship HH Codes as given

above Is the NAME male or female? 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Male C.2.3 Sex 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Female How old was NAME on the last birthday?

C.2.4 Age Record the age on last birthday

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Married 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Unmarried 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Divorced 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Separated

C.2.5 Marital Status

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Widow/Widower The class till which the person has been educated. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Illiterate 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Primary (class 4)

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Secondary (Class 5 - 10)

4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Higher (graduate) 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Technical

C.2.6 Education

6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Vocational 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Handicap by birth

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Handicap due to other reasons C.2.7

Health 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Any other chronic

health problems

D.1. Employment Status of the Family Members

Is the NAME working? 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Yes

D.1 Employment Status 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 No

The occupational activity at the place of job? This may have multiple entries

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Agriculture 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Agri Labour 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Non Agri Labour 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Business/Trade

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Government Service

6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Private Service 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 Maid Servant

D.2 Occupation

9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Others

What was the main reason for the NAME not working? To be filled for persons who are not working.

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 No work available 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Seasonal inactivity

D.3 Non-Working Status

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Household family duties


4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Old/young 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Handicapped 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Student 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Others How much does the NAME earn in a month? 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Less than Rs.2000 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Rs.2000 – 3000

D.4 Income

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Rs. 3000 - 2200 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Above Rs 2200

What type of skill possessed by the person? D.5 Skills 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Computer

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Weaving

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Typing

4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Mechanic

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Driving

6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Others (specify)

7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 None

D.6 Household Expenditure

Item Amount 1 Food 2 Cooking Fuel 3 Clothing 4 Transport 5 Health Care/Medicines 6 Education 7 Electricity/Utilities 8 Social events 9 Agriculture (Labor/ Tools) 10 Seeds/Fertilizers/Pesticides 11 Water 12 Deisel Generator 13 Others D.7 Have you availed of benefit under any Government Scheme ? 1. Yes 2. No

Yes Purpose Amount Availed Training 1. JRY/ IJRY 2. DWACRA 3. IPDP 4. PMRY 5. NREGP 6. Others (Specify)

D.8 Site Observations (distance from start point):

Km Observations


Annexure H3 – Rate list of Trees