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Project: Vivanta by Taj at Havelock, Andaman Form - I Developer: The Indian Hotels Company Limited

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Form-I for seeking clearance for project attracting CRZ notification

Basic information: Name of the Project: : Vivanta by Taj at Havelock

Location or site alternatives Under consideration:

: Radha Nagar Beach, Village – Radhanagar, Havelock Island, Andaman (11059’8.76’’N and 92057’19.00’’E

Size of the project (in terms of total area)

: Total Plot Area: 1,82,834.741 sq.m Proposed Built-up area (FSI): 15796.57

sq.m Non FSI area: 3175 sq.m Total Construction Built-up area

(FSI+Non FSI): 18972 sq.m CRZ classification of the area : ICRZ- III Expected cost of the project : 80 Crores Contact Information : The Indian Hotels Company Ltd.,

Oxford House 15 / 17, NF Road, Apollo Bunder, Mumbai-400001, India.

(II) Activity

1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions, which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, and the like)

S. No.

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities /rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

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

Yes The proposed site is underdeveloped and covered with bushes and trees mostly areca nut. Permanent land use change is envisaged for 18972 sq. m area on which villas are to be constructed. Temporary land use change will be there only in construction phase which will be brought to almost original form after construction is completed.


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Master Layout plan enclosed as Annexure III.

1.2 Details of CRZ classification as per the approved Coastal Zone Management Plan?

As per CRZ 2011 Notification, and subsequent letter from MoEF in July 2012 for consideration of Havelock island under ICRZ. The proposed project comes under ICRZ – III as per CRZ map of Havelock Island. CRZ map enclosed as Annexure - I

1.3 Whether located in CRZ-I area?

No Project comes under ICRZ - III.

1.4 The distance from the CRZ-I areas.

No 50 m from HTL towards sea.

1.5 Whether located within the hazard zone as mapped by Ministry of Environment and Forests/National Disaster Management Authority?

No No

1.6 Whether the area is prone to cyclone, tsunami, tidal surge, subduction, earthquake etc.?

Yes Effects of Cyclone & tidal Surge may occur at site as it is near to sea. At the onset of monsoon, the islands are affected but usually not seriously by the cyclonic weather of Bay of Bengal. On an average 2-3 tropical cyclones form every year, of which one or two could be severe. Andaman & Nicobar islands are classified as Moderate Damage Risk Zone A. The basic wind speeds are applicable to 10 meters heights above the mean ground level in an open terrain cyclone seldom parts over the islands, though most of them form in Andaman sea.

1.7 Whether the area is prone for saltwater ingress?

Yes Area may be prone for saltwater ingress, as site is very close to sea (approx. 200 -300 m)

1.8 Clearance of existing land, vegetation and buildings?

Yes Few areca nut trees and other shrubs will be cut during site preparation. However economically important trees will be preserved and or replanted.

1.9 Creation of new land uses? Yes Existing land will be used for construction of 5 star resort (villas)


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1.10 Pre-construction investigations e.g. bore hole, soil testing?

Yes Soil samples were collected and analyzed from different locations at site and the results have been found satisfactory. Geotechnical study has also been carried out at the site and found to be satisfactory. Soil Analysis report enclosed as Annexure - II

1.11 Construction works? Yes This project involves construction of a 5 star resort. It is proposed to begin commence operations with 50 keys, 16 public buildings and 18 staff accommodation buildings and raise the inventory to 100 keys in Phase II.

1.12 Demolition works? No This is a new project 1.13 Temporary sites used for

construction works or housing of construction workers?

No Temporary shelter and sanitation facilities for construction workers are not required as majority of the labour will be hired from nearby villages.

1.14 Above ground buildings, structures or earthworks including linear structures, cut and fill or excavations

Yes 50 keys (or rooms) will be constructed in Ist phase and rest 50 keys (or rooms) in 2nd phase of the project. Construction will be done as per local town and country planning and not exceeding height of 9 meters with two floors (Ground and first floor)

1.15 Underground works including mining or tunneling?

Yes Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and Rain Water Harvesting Tanks will be constructed underground. Master layout Plan is enclosed as Annexure-III.

1.16 Reclamation works? Yes No Not applicable 1.17 Dredging/reclamation/land

filling/disposal of dredged material etc.?

Yes No Not applicable

1.18 Offshore structures? Yes Floating jetty, arrival pavilion and dive centre is proposed as offshore structure.

1.19 Production and manufacturing processes?

No NA

1.20 Facilities for storage of goods or materials?

Yes Raw materials required for construction shall be stored at the camp-sites during construction phase.


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1.21 Facilities for treatment or disposal of solid waste or liquid effluents?

Yes Temporary septic tanks will be made for disposal of sewage during construction phase. During Operation Phase, generated sewage will be treated in STP and treated water will be reused for land scape gardening and flushing toilets, Air-condition & DG cooling towers.

1.22 Facilities for long term housing of operational workers?

Yes Staff quarters will be provided on the project site.

1.23 New road, rail or sea traffic during construction or operation?

Yes There will be increment in sea traffic during construction phase, as this is the only route to site.

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

Yes Approach road along with a bridge over the nalah in the project site will be constructed from the existing road. Master layout Plan enclosed as Annexure- III.

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

No There will not be any closure or diversion of existing transportation routes.

1.26 New or diverted transmission lines or pipelines?

No Not Applicable

1.27 Impoundment, damming, culverting, realignment or other changes to the hydrology of watercourses or aquifers?

No NA

1.28 Stream and river crossings? Yes Fresh water stream is passing through one side the plot; however there will be no alteration in channel diversion or quality of water.

1.29 Abstraction or transfers of water from ground or surface waters?

Yes Ground water will be utilized through Bore wells. Rain water harvesting will also be done to meet fresh water requirement.

1.30 Changes in water bodies or the land surface affecting drainage or run-off?

Yes The existing drainage pattern may not change due to construction & operation activities, but there will be minor change as artificial ponds & water body will be created


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1.31 Transport of personnel or materials for construction, operation or decommissioning?

Yes There will be transport of materials and personnel during both construction phase and operation phase.

Construction phase: 300 persons (approx).

Operation phase: 250 persons (approx).

1.32 Long-term dismantling or decommissioning or restoration works?

No Not Applicable

1.33 Ongoing activity during decommissioning which could have an impact on the environment?

No There will be no impact on environment.

1.34 Influx of people to an area in either temporarily or permanently?

Yes Influx of people in construction phase: 300 persons (approx) temporarily. There will be influx of tourist during operation phase of the project

1.35 Introduction of alien species? No There will be no introduction of alien species.

1.36 Loss of native species or genetic diversity?

Yes Few areca nut trees will be cut during site preparation and rest of the trees will either be preserved and or replanted. Native species will be protected.

1.37 Any other actions? No No other actions/activities envisaged

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

Information/checklist confirmation

Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities /rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

2.1 Land especially undeveloped or agricultural land (ha)

No 1,82,834.741 sq.m revenue land is undeveloped land allotted by ANIIDCO for resort project to IHCL.

2.2 Water (expected source & Yes Source: Rain water and Ground


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competing users) unit: KLD water. Total water requirement in construction phase: 60 KLD Total water requirement in operational phase: 480 KLD Domestic requirement: 250 KLD Swimming pool: 20 KLD Flushing requirement: 36 KLD Landscaping requirement: 114 KLD Air condition: 40 KLD D.G cooling tower: 20 KLD Water balance is enclosed as Annexure- IV

2.3 Minerals (MT) No Not Applicable 2.4 Construction material – stone,

aggregates, sand/soil (expected source – MT)

Yes Construction materials such as stone, cement, sand, bricks, sheds, marble, paints, tiles, electrical ware, sanitary ware, glass, timber etc. will be taken up from authorized suppliers.

2.5 Forests and timber (source MT)

Yes Timbers will be procured from authorized vendor for construction of doors and windows.

2.6 Energy including electricity and fuels (source, competing users) Unit: fuel (MT), energy (MW)

Yes Electricity Source : DG set Construction: 100 KVA (1 no.) Operation: Power requirement: 720KW / 900 KVA Demand load: 720KW / 900 KVA Connected load: 985 KW/1230 KVA Backup power source & quantity: 100 % by diesel generators.

2.7 Any other natural resources (use appropriate standard units)

No Not applicable

3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived risks to human health. S. No.


Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

3.1 Use of substances or materials, which are

Yes Since this is a resort project, no hazardous chemical will be


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hazardous (as per MSIHC rules) to human health or the environment (flora, fauna, and water supplies)

generated nor used except HSD for power generation in DG sets. The spent oil will be carefully stored in HDPE drums under isolated storage, and periodically sold to authorized recyclers. All precautions will be taken to avoid spillage from the storage.

3.2 Changes in occurrence of disease or affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or water borne diseases)

No There will be no occurrence of any disease due to the proposed project.

3.3 Affect the welfare of people e.g. by changing living conditions?

Yes There will be positive impact due to proposed project. Direct or indirect employment opportunities for the local people will increase. The living condition and welfare of the people will improve. Tourism sector will get a boost.

3.4 Vulnerable groups of people who could be affected by the project e.g. hospital patients, children, the elderly etc.,

No Since this is resort project, no significant impact on any vulnerable groups is envisaged due to construction and operation.

3.5 Any other causes, that would affect local communities, fisher folk, their livelihood, dwelling units of traditional local communities etc.

No Not Applicable

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

S. No.



4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine wastes

No Not Applicable

4.2 Municipal waste (domestic and or commercial

Yes During construction phase, domestic Solid wastes generated will be 135 kg


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wastes) /day approx which shall be properly collected, segregated and disposed off suitably as per norms. The construction debris shall be used for leveling and base course preparation.

Approximately 63 Kg/day of solid waste will be generated during operation phase of which biodegradable waste shall be 38 kg/day and non-biodegradable waste 25 kg/day. Biodegradable waste shall be treated in OWP and non biodegradable waste will be delivered to authorized vendors for further disposal/ Reused

4.3 Hazardous wastes (as per Hazardous Waste Management Rules)

Yes Spent oil from DG sets, Discarded oil, grease & paint containers (Category 5.1 and 33.3 of HW respectively (MH Trans – boundary Movement) Rules 2008

4.4 Other industrial process wastes

No Not Applicable

4.5 Surplus product No Not Applicable

4.6 Sewage sludge or other sludge from effluent treatment

Yes The sewage generated will be treated through STP. Sludge of 0.63 KLD will be generated shall be handed over to authorized vendor.

4.7 Construction or demolition wastes

Yes Soil excavation: 4500 m3 shall be produced during Construction phase which will be used for back filling and leveling. No demolition involved as this is a new project.

4.8 Redundant machinery or equipment

No Since this a resort project, redundant machinery is not applicable. The site will be cleared after construction is completed.

4.9 Contaminated soils or other materials

No There will be no contamination of soil as sewage will be treated in STP and solid waste will be segregated into biodegradable and non


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biodegradable. Wet waste will be treated in OWP and dry waste shall be handed over to authorized vendors.

4.10 Agricultural wastes No There will be no agricultural waste in this proposed project.

4.11 Other solid wastes No Not Applicable

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

S. No.



5.1 Emissions from combustion of fossil fuels from stationary or mobile sources.

Yes During Construction phase emissions shall be from use of Construction machineries, vehicles and DG Sets. During Operation phase emission will be from DG sets only.

5.2 Emissions from production processes

No No processes involving production.

5.3 Emissions from materials handling including storage or transport

Yes Dusting may occur during loading and unloading of cement bags, sand etc. however suitable mitigation measures like sprinkling of water etc will be done to control dusting to check air pollution.

5.4 Emissions from construction activities including plant and equipment

Yes During Construction phase emission shall be from use of Construction machineries, vehicles and DG Sets only from stationary sources and fugitive emissions during handling.


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5.5 Dust or odours from handling of materials including construction materials, sewage and waste

Yes Dusting will occur during transportation and handling of construction materials however suitable mitigation measures like sprinkling of water etc. will be done to control dusting.

No odour problem will occur due to solid waste since proper segregation and processing will be done using OWP.

5.6 Emissions from incineration of waste

No Not applicable as incineration will not be involved.

5.7 Emissions from burning of waste in open air (e.g. slash materials, construction debris)

No No burning of debris shall be allowed.

5.8 Emissions from any other sources

No Not envisaged

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

S. No.


Yes/No Details thereof (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data with source of information data.

6.1 From operation of equipment e.g. engines, ventilation plant, crushers

Yes There will be slight increase in noise during construction phase due to operation of machineries however it will be mitigated through effective engineering and administrative measures.

Noise expected during operation of will be from DG set only but shall be below 75 dB (A) at 1m from acoustic enclosure. Further proper acoustic measures shall be provided along with DG sets to reduce the noise and


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vibrations.

6.2 From industrial or similar processes

No No industrial or similar processes involved.

6.3 From construction or demolition

Yes Peak decibel level during construction phase shall be between 75 to 85 dB (A), which may cause short term impact limited to the construction site only. No demolition involved since this is a new project.

6.4 From blasting or piling No No blasting or piling involved.

6.5 From construction or operational traffic

Yes There will be marginal noise generation from vehicle movement. However, the noise levels from traffic will be less than 70 dB (A). Further suitable mitigation measures shall be proposed to reduce the noise generated as a result of construction or operation traffic.

6.6 From lighting or cooling systems

No Not Applicable

6.7 From any other sources No Not Applicable

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



7.1 From handling, storage, use or spillage of hazardous materials

No The collection and disposal of hazardous waste will be as per hazardous waste (Management & Handling) amendment rule 2008 and adequate precautions will be taken to avoid adverse impact on land environment. Hazardous material


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like used oil, discarded containers will be handed over to authorized vendors.

7.2 From discharge of sewage or other effluents to water or the land (expected mode and place of discharge)

No There will be no discharge of waste water onto land or water bodies as sewage will be treated in STP. Treated sewage will be used for gardening and flushing.

7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted to air into the land or into water

No Flue gas emissions from DG set will be within the prescribed limits of CPCB. Adequate stack height shall be provided for dispersion of the pollutants/ emissions. Water will be sprayed to mitigate dust pollution.

7.4 From any other sources No Not applicable

7.5 Is there a risk of long term build up of pollutants in the environment from these sources?

No The source of emissions is from construction machineries and DG set during construction phase which will be of short term and temporary. The source emissions id from only DG set during operation phase which shall be maintained as per CPCB standard. Thus there is no risk of long term build up of pollutants in the environment.

8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could affect human health or the environment S. No.



8.1 From explosions, spillages, fires etc from storage, handling, use or production of hazardous substances

Yes Fire protection measures & installations (passive and active) would include Fire Extinguishers, Hose reel, Fire Hydrant, Sand Buckets, Fire Alarm & fire water


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tank will be installed. Emergency numbers will be displayed on the board. Do’s and don’ts will be displayed on board to minimize risk. Fire protection plan and evacuation alarm will be prepared.

8.2 From any other causes No Not applicable

8.3 Could the project be affected by natural disasters causing environmental damage (e.g., floods, earthquakes, landslides, cloud burst etc)?

Yes Flooding may occur in proximity at sea and worst case like tsunami. However adequate precautions will be taken for prevention and control of losses due to natural disasters. All of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands lie in Zone V. The entire island chain is also susceptible to tsunamis both from large local quakes and also from massive distant shocks.

9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality S. No.



9.1 Lead to development of supporting. Facilities, ancillary development or development stimulated by the project which could have impact on the environment e.g.: Supporting infrastructure (roads, power, supply, waste or waste water treatment, etc.) housing development extractive industries supply industries other.

Yes Economic growth is envisaged as there will be more influx of tourists to Havelock island. This in turn will result in socio-economic development of the region.

9.2 Lead to after-use of the site, which could have an

No No impact envisaged.


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impact on the environment 9.3 Set a precedent for later

developments Yes The project shall set precedents for

further development.

9.4 Have cumulative effects due to proximity to other existing or planned projects with similar effects

No No cumulative effects due to other development (if any) envisaged.

III. Environmental Sensitivity S. No.

Areas Name/ Identity

Aerial distance (within 15 km.) Proposed project location boundary

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

Yes Rani Jhansi Marine National Park at John Lawrance Island is located at a distance of more than 10 km from the proposed project site.

2 Areas which are important or sensitive for ecological reasons - Wetlands, watercourses or other water bodies, coastal zone, biospheres, mountains, forests

Yes This project comes under ICRZ – III. The LTL towards sea at 200 -300 meter approx from the project site and reserve forest is present within 300 meter approx. from the project site. One fresh water nalah is passing through the proposed site.

3 Areas used by protected, important or sensitive species of flora or fauna for breeding, nesting, foraging, resting, over wintering, migration

No Rani Jhansi Marine National Park at John Lawrence Island is located at a distance of more than 10 km from the proposed project site.

4 Inland, coastal, marine or underground waters

Yes This project comes under ICRZ - III

5 State, National boundaries No No state /national boundaries within 15 km.

6 Routes or facilities used by the public for access to recreation or other tourist, pilgrim areas

No Public access is by means of road from Jetty to Radhanagar Beach, which is a tourist spot.

7 Defence installations No Not present within 15 km 8 Densely populated or built-up

area No Not present

9 Areas occupied by sensitive Yes Primary Health Centre, Schools,

CRZ Map of Havelock Island ANNEXURE – I

ANNEXURE – I

Landuse map and statistics of Havelock Island in 7 km radius around project site

Sr. No.

Description Area in HA

1 AGRICULTURE 1211.65 2 BEACH 26.71 3 BUILT UP 76.23 4 CREEK 72.27 5 FOREST 5119.50 6 JETTY 0.48 7 MANGROVE 993.70 8 MARSHY

LAND 17.73

9 PLANTATION 105.87 10 SHEET ROCK 234.49 11 WATER BODY 2.94

ANNEXURE – II

Soil Investigation Report

CHEMICAL ANALYSIS ON SOIL

PROJECT : Soil Investigation of proposed TAJ EXOTICA at Havelock Island, Anda-man & Nicobar Islands.

GEO FOUNDATIONS & STRUCTURES PVT. LTD

Location : Port Blair

Type of Sample

: Soil

Sample Quantity

: 1Kg

Number of Sample : 1

BH.No Depth m PH @ 25°C CHLORIDES SULPHATES

as SOORGANIC MATTER 4

BH-3 -- 8.72 1.120 g/Kg 0.940 g/Kg 1.8 %

ANNEXURE –III

Master Layout Plan

ANNEXURE - IV

Water Balance Chart

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Central Reservoir supply 270 KLD

Domestic use 250 KLD

233 KLD to sewage treatment plant Treated effluent available @90 %

210 KLD

Sludge & Evapor-tion loss 23

KLD

Toilets flush-ing 36 KLD

Available for landscape purpose

114 KLD

Central Utility Water Supply: 270 KLD Recycled water requirement: 210 KLD

Swimming pool 20 KLD

D.G cooling Tower 20 KLD

Air Condition 40 KLD

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