EIA Report Dera Murad Jamali Bypass On N 65

Government of Pakistan
Ministry of Communications
National Highway Authority
DERA MURAD JAMALI BYPASS

ON NATIONAL HIGHWAY N-65
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ASSESSMENT REPORT
(February, 2018)
ASIF ALI & ASSOCIATES (PVT) LTD

In joint venture with
TURKPAK & A.A

INTERNATIONAL (PVT) LTD ASSOCIATES
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 PROPONENT OF THE PROJECT ...................................................................... 1-1
1.3 PROJECT BACKGROUND ................................................................................ 1-1
1.4 THE PROJECT ................................................................................................... 1-2
1.5 NECESSITY ....................................................................................................... 1-2
1.6 OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT ...................................................................... 1-2
1.7 PROJECT WORKS ............................................................................................. 1-2
1.8 PROJECT CATEGORISATION ......................................................................... 1-3
1.9 STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES .................................................................... 1-3
1.10 THIS REPORT .................................................................................................... 1-3
2. POLICY, LEGISLATION AND GUIDELINES ........................................................ 2-1
2.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 National Environmental Policy, Legislation and Guidelines ................................. 2-1
2.2.1 National Environmental Policy, 2005 ............................................................. 2-1
2.2.2 National Sanitation Policy, 2006 .................................................................... 2-2
2.2.3 National Climate Change Policy, 2012 ........................................................... 2-2
2.2.4 National Resettlement Policy, 2002................................................................ 2-3
2.2.5 National Conservation Strategy ...................................................................... 2-3
2.2.6 Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) ..................................................................... 2-3
2.2.7 Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997................................................. 2-3
2.2.8 Review of IEE and EIA Regulations, 2000..................................................... 2-4
2.2.9 National and International Environmental Quality Standards ......................... 2-4
2.2.10 Conduct of an EIA ......................................................................................... 2-4
2.2.11 Approval from Baluchistan Environmental Protection Agency....................... 2-5
2.2.12 Project Monitoring and Compliance ............................................................... 2-6
2.2.13 Effluent and Emission Self-Monitoring and Reporting ................................... 2-6
2.2.14 Baluchistan Wildlife Protection Act, 1974 ..................................................... 2-7
2.2.15 Canal and Drainage Act, 1873........................................................................ 2-7
2.2.16 The Forest Act, 1927...................................................................................... 2-8
2.2.17 Antiquities Act, 1975 ..................................................................................... 2-8
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2.2.18 Pakistan Penal Code, 1860 ............................................................................. 2-8

2.2.19 National Environmental Guidelines................................................................ 2-9
2.2.20 Other Relevant Laws/Policies/Guidelines..................................................... 2-10
2.3 International Treaties and Guidelines ................................................................. 2-12
2.3.1 International Treaties ................................................................................... 2-12
2.3.2 International Guidelines ............................................................................... 2-15
2.4 Administrative Framework ................................................................................ 2-19
2.4.1 National Highway Authority (NHA) ............................................................ 2-19
2.4.2 Environmental Protection Agency, Baluchistan ............................................ 2-19
3. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT .......................................................................... 3-1
3.1 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 LOCATION OF PROJECT ................................................................................. 3-1
3.3 PROJECT COMPONENTS ................................................................................. 3-2
3.4 PROJECT RIGHT OF WAY ............................................................................... 3-3
3.5 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS ....................................................................... 3-3
3.6 Total Project COST ............................................................................................. 3-4
3.7 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE ......................................................................... 3-4
3.8 CONSTRUCTION CAMPS ................................................................................ 3-4
3.9 WORKFORCE AND MACHINERY REQUIREMENTS .................................... 3-5
4. DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT .............................................................. 4-1
4.1 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 METHODOLOGY .............................................................................................. 4-1
4.3 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................ 4-2
4.3.1 Climate .......................................................................................................... 4-2
4.3.2 Air Quality..................................................................................................... 4-5
4.3.3 Noise ............................................................................................................. 4-5
4.3.4 Surface Water and Ground Water................................................................... 4-6
4.3.5 Topography and Geology ............................................................................... 4-7
4.3.6 Seismicity ...................................................................................................... 4-7
4.4 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT ....................................................................... 4-7
4.4.1 Flora .............................................................................................................. 4-7
4.4.2 Fauna ........................................................................................................... 4-11
4.5 SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................... 4-13
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4.5.1 Social Organisation ...................................................................................... 4-13

4.5.2 Demographics Characteristics of the Project Area ........................................ 4-14
4.5.3 Economic Conditions ................................................................................... 4-16
4.5.4 Communications .......................................................................................... 4-17
4.5.5 Educational Facilities ................................................................................... 4-18
4.5.6 Health Facilities ........................................................................................... 4-18
4.5.7 Social/ Impact Assessment Survey of Project Area ...................................... 4-19
5. PROJECT ALTERNATIVES ...................................................................................... 5-1
5.1 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 5-1
5.2 NO PROJECT ..................................................................................................... 5-1
5.3 ALTERNATE TRANSPORT MODES................................................................ 5-1
5.4 IMPROVEMENT OF EXISTING CARRIAGEWAY ......................................... 5-1
5.5 PROVISION OF BYPASS AT DERA MURAD JAMALI .................................. 5-2
6. PUBLIC CONSULTATION........................................................................................ 6-1
6.1 General ................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.2 Identification of Main Stakeholders ..................................................................... 6-1
6.3 Consultation Meetings and Formal and Informal Group Discussions ................... 6-4
6.4 Scoping Sessions ................................................................................................. 6-5
6.5 Concerns / Apprehensions of the Stakeholders ..................................................... 6-6
6.6 Mitigation Measures for Addressing the Stakeholders' Concerns ......................... 6-7
6.7 Other Stakeholders .............................................................................................. 6-7
Other Meetings.............................................................................................. 6-9
Key Findings and Issues ............................................................................. 6-10
6.8 Details of meetings with the Stakeholders of the Project Area ............................ 6-12
6.9 Grievances Redressal Mechanism (GRM) .......................................................... 6-16
6.10 Grievances Redressal Committee (GRC) ........................................................... 6-16
6.11 Composition of Grievances Redress Committee (GRC) ..................................... 6-17
6.12 Procedure for Filing the Complaint .................................................................... 6-18
7. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES ...................... 7-1
7.1 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 7-1
7.2 PROJECT CORRIDOR ....................................................................................... 7-1
7.3 PRE-CONSTRUCTION/ DESIGN PHASE ......................................................... 7-1
7.3.1 Topography ................................................................................................... 7-2
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7.3.2 Land Acquisition and Clearing ....................................................................... 7-2

7.3.3 Changes in Nearby Land Value ...................................................................... 7-3
7.3.4 Flora .............................................................................................................. 7-3
7.3.5 Change in Hydrologic Regime ....................................................................... 7-3
7.3.6 Waterlogging and Salinity .............................................................................. 7-3
7.3.7 Resettlement Issues ........................................................................................ 7-4
7.3.8 Public Utilities ............................................................................................... 7-4
7.3.9 Historical/ Archaeological Places ................................................................... 7-4
7.4 CONSTRUCTION PHASE ................................................................................. 7-4
7.4.1 Topography ................................................................................................... 7-4
7.4.2 Land Acquisition and Resettlement ................................................................ 7-4
7.4.3 Borrow/ Open Pits ......................................................................................... 7-5
7.4.4 Air Quality..................................................................................................... 7-5
7.4.5 Construction Waste Disposal (Wastewater, Oil, Solid Waste etc.) .................. 7-6
7.4.6 Geology and Soil ........................................................................................... 7-7
7.4.7 Noise ............................................................................................................. 7-7
7.4.8 Surface and Groundwater ............................................................................... 7-9
7.4.9 Flora ............................................................................................................ 7-10
7.4.10 Fauna ........................................................................................................... 7-10
7.4.11 Social and Cultural Problems ....................................................................... 7-10
7.4.12 Traffic Management .................................................................................... 7-11
7.4.13 Waterlogged and Wetland Areas ................................................................ 7-11
7.4.14 Poverty Alleviation ..................................................................................... 7-11
7.4.15 Lifestyle and Culture................................................................................... 7-12
7.5 OPERATIONAL PHASE .................................................................................. 7-12
7.5.1 Noise ........................................................................................................... 7-12
7.5.2 Deterioration of Vehicles ............................................................................ 7-12
7.5.3 Community Development/ Commercial Activities ..................................... 7-12
7.5.4 Air Quality .................................................................................................. 7-12
7.5.5 Time Saving ................................................................................................ 7-13
7.5.6 Safety Concerns .......................................................................................... 7-13
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8. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN .......................................................... 8-1

8.1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................... 8-1
8.1.1 General .......................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1.2 Objectives of Environmental Management Plan (EMP) ............................... 8-1
8.1.3 Key Environmental and Social Components................................................... 8-1
8.1.4 Role of Functionaries for Implementation of EMP ......................................... 8-2
8.2 SPECIFIC IMPLEMENTATION RESPONSIBILITIES ..................................... 8-5
8.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING ................................................................. 8-6
8.3.1 Objectives ..................................................................................................... 8-6
Monitoring Roles, Responsibilities and Schedules ....................................... 8-7
Monitoring Parameters .................................................................................. 8-8
8.3.4 Reporting Structure and Outcomes ............................................................... 8-9
8.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ................................................... 8-9
8.5 ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ......................................... 8-18
8.6 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND TRAINING COSTS ..................... 8-19
9. CONCLUSIONS ............................................................................................................ 9-1
9.1 GENERAL .......................................................................................................... 9-1
9.2 FEASIBILITY/ PRACTICAL UTILITY OF THE PROJECT .............................. 9-1
9.3 VARIOUS OPTIONS CONSIDERED FOR THE PROJECT .............................. 9-1
9.4 AVAILABILITY OF RESOURCES AND MATERIALS ................................... 9-1
9.5 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MAIN ISSUES AND CONCERNS ....................... 9-2
9.6 MITIGATION MEASURES PROPOSED ........................................................... 9-2
9.7 BENEFITS OF THE PROJECT........................................................................... 9-4
9.8 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP) ....................................... 9-4
9.9 SURVEILLANCE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROAD ............................ 9-4
9.10 PROPOSED MEASURES ................................................................................... 9-5
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List of Figures
Figure 3.1 Location Map of Dera Murad Jamali ................................................................................. 3-1

Figure 3.2 Approved Alignment of Bypass ......................................................................................... 3-2
Figure 6.1 Group Photo with management and students of Al-Huda Public School DMJ .............. 6-5
Figure 6.2 Discussion with Medical Superintendent of DHQ Hospital DMJ .................................. 6-5
Figure 6.3 View of Discussion with Deputy Commissioner Nasirabad ........................................... 6-8
Figure 6.4 Group Photo with Executive District Officer Wildlife & Forest .................................... 6-9
Figure 6.5 Group photo with Sub Divisional Officer C&W Dept. ................................................. 6-11
Figure 6.6 Secretry Market Committee expressing his views ......................................................... 6-11
Figure 6.7 Head of Local Minorities giving his remarks ................................................................ 6-12
Figure 6.8 A view of discussion with Sub Divisional Officer SSGC ............................................. 6-12
Figure 6.9 Flow Diagram of Proposed Redress Mechanism ........................................................... 6-17
Figure 8.1 Organisation Chart for Construction, Environmental Management Plan ........................... 8-3
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List of Tables
Table 3.1 Geometric Design Features of Bypass ................................................................................. 3-2

Table 3.2 Workforce Requirement for Construction Dera Murad Jamali Bypass ............................... 3-5
Table 4.1 Summary of Mean Temperature, Precipitation & Relative Humidity for Jacobabad .......... 4-3
Table 4.2 Summary of Mean Temperature, Precipitation & Relative Humidity for Sibi .................... 4-4
Table 4.3 Summary of Monitoring results of Ambient Air ................................................................. 4-5
Table 4.4 Average Noise Levels at Various Locations ........................................................................ 4-5
Table 4.5 Summary Of Water Test Results ......................................................................................... 4-6
Table 4.6 Floral Species Observed During the Site Visit in Project Area ........................................... 4-8
Table 4.7 List of Birds, Mammals and Reptiles Observed during the Site Visit ............................... 4-11
Table 4.8 Population and Growth Rate of District Nasirabad ........................................................... 4-14
Table 4.9 Road Type and Length ....................................................................................................... 4-18
Table 4.10 Enrolment on Government Schools by gender and Level-Year wise .............................. 4-18
Table 6.1 Stakeholders Contacted in the Project Area ......................................................................... 6-2
Table 6.2 Major Stakeholders and their Apprehensions in the Project Area ....................................... 6-3
Table 6.3 List of Stakeholders ........................................................................................................... 6-10
Table 6.4 Schedule of Meetings With Stakeholders, Their Concerns & Suggestions ....................... 6-13
Table 7.1 Maximum Limits of Noise Levels ....................................................................................... 7-8
Table 7.2 General Noise Levels of Machinery and Equipment ........................................................... 7-8
Table 7.3 Construction Equipment Noise Levels ................................................................................ 7-8
Table 8.1 Environmental Management Plan (Construction Phase) ................................................... 8-10
Table 8.2 Environmental Management Plan (Operation Phase) ........................................................ 8-14
Table 8.3 Environmental Monitoring Plan ........................................................................................ 8-15
Table 8.4 Personnel Training Programme/ TA Services ................................................................... 8-18
Table 8.5 Environmental Mitigation & Monitoring Cost .................................................................. 8-19
Table 9.1 Findings and Recommendations of the EIA Study .............................................................. 9-3
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Executive Summary
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR

DERA MURAD JAMALI BYPASS ON NATIONAL HIGHWAY N-65
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 INTRODUCTION
National Highway Authority is planning to construct Bypass in Dera Murad Jamali on

National Highway N-65. The overall objective of the proposed Bypass is to provide a
facility for the safe, congestion free and smooth flow of traffic both for the commuters
of the project area as well as intercity travelers using the N-65. To comply with
Pakistan‟s Environmental Regulations as per Pakistan Environmental Protection Act
(PEPA) 1997, NHA entrusted “M/s Asif Ali & Associates (Pvt) Ltd” with the
assignment of carrying out an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Study of the
subject project.
2 POLICY, LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORKS
The submission of EIA and its approval from Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
is mandatory according to Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA), 1997.
Section 12 (1) of the PEPA-1997 which states that:
“No proponent of a Project shall commence construction or operation unless he
has filed with the Federal Agency an initial environmental examination or,
where the Project is likely to cause an adverse environmental effect, an
environmental impact assessment, and has obtained from the Federal Agency
approval in respect thereof.”
PEPA-1997 is the apex law for mandatory EIA before project construction. The Act
was promulgated on December 06, 1997 by repealing the Pakistan Environmental
Protection Ordinance of 1983.
3 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
Three alternatives were considered for the proposed project namely 1)Option I, RD
112+800 to RD 125+450 (Western Side); 2) Option II, RD 112+800 to RD 129+450
(Western Side) 3) Option III, RD 112+800 to RD 125+550 (Eastern Side). Based on the
suitability of meeting of the project objectives and environmental and social benefits,
Alternative-3 was selected for the smooth traffic flow at Dera Murad Jamali.
Accordingly, the proposed Bypass along with the construction of bridge on Put Feeder
Canal was planned. The total cost of the proposed Project is 1,606,251,177 as per
Engineer‟s Estimate
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In order to access the vehicle-wise traffic volumes, the Design Consultant undertook
classified 24 hours continuous traffic count surveys for three days in February 2017.
Traffic counts were done at the start of Dera Murad Jamali for various types of vehicles
plying in different directions.
4 ENVIRONMENTAL BASELINE PROFILE
The existing environmental conditions around the proposed project (falls in district
Nasirabad) were considered with respect to physical, biological and socio-economic
aspects. With the exception of the eastern side of the Dera Murad Jamali, the district
Nasirabad is a flat plain. There is nothing of geological significance in the district
which is entirely situated on alluvium.
The main types of soil in the district are Gora, Rohi, Doshai, Maira, Tibba, Kallar and
Bela or the raverine soil. The major land use in the project area is residential &
commercial. The climate of the Nasirabad district is hot and dry during summer and
moderately cold in winter. June is the hottest month with mean maximum and
minimum temperature of 50ºC and 27ºC respectively. The mean maximum and
minimum temperatures during January are 23ºC and 5ºC respectively. The average
annual rainfall in the district during 1961-98 is about 628.7 millimetres. The ambient
air quality monitoring of carbon monoxide (CO), sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen
dioxide (NO2) and particulate matter (PM10) was carried out at Dera Murad Jamali.
All values are well within the permissible limits of their respective standards. Ground
water sample was collected from a hand pump at Dera Murad Jamali near management
office and was analyzed for microbiological and chemical parameters. All the physical,
chemical and biological parameters are well within prescribed limits. Chemical analysis
of sample of surface water from Put Feeder Canal indicated the presence of total
suspended solids as 200 mg/l, the Grease & oil content as 10 mg/l, chloride content as 1
mg/l and pH value as 6.9. The values of BOD, COD and TSS are higher than the
permissible limits of respective standards. The measured noise level values are in
compliance with national Environmental Quality Standards for commercial area i,e. 60
db (A). According to building code of Pakistan prepared by NESPAK, it is located in
Seismic Zone-2A of Pakistan (Lower limit of moderate damage).
Amaltas, Shisham, Kikar, Pipal, Banyan, Mulberry, Aam, Sirris and Lasura are the
common floral species of the project area. Wild bore is fairly common in Nasirabad
District and in the riverine area. Black buck, riverine deer, and hog deer are sometimes,
though rarely found in the Belas around project area. Hare and jackal are fairly
common all over the Nasirabad District. No wild life sanctuary or game reserve
(Critical Habitats), exists near the project area.
The total population of Nasirabad District is 490,538 as enumerated in March 1998.

The total area of the district is 3,387 square kilometers. The population of the district is
predominantly Muslims i.e. 95.41 percent. Blouchi is the predominant language being
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spoken by majority (97.3 percent) of the population of the district. The leading tribes
living in the project area are Abro, Jamali, Sasoli, Umrani & Blouchi. The
economically active population as enumerated in the last census is 4.18 percent of the
total population. There was no family identified during the survey that belongs to
indigenous people category.
5 PUBLIC CONSULTATION
Due to security alert of the area, public consultation was carried out on individual basis
under police squad in this project area with the instructions that limited conversations
should be done. The consultation process was carried out in accordance with the
requirements of Pakistan Environmental Procedures. Main objective of the consultation
was to share information with stakeholders on the construction of the proposed Bypass
and expected impacts on the physical, biological and socio-economic environment of
the project area. During the field survey different stakeholders identified were the
shopkeepers, local residents, office workers, drivers, schools, transport users and
pedestrians etc. The most commonly raised concerns during the meetings include
avoiding dumping construction material openly, control of dust and noise pollution,
scheduled sprinkling of water, minimize the cutting of trees, and proper compensation
for the loss of properties etc.
6 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES
The project corridor is delineated according to two criteria: Right of Way (RoW);
which the NHA is legally entitled to, and Corridor of Impact (CoI), i.e., the width of the
corridor that will be impacted, directly or indirectly, by the project during the
construction and operation phases. Implementation of the project will require total
671,453.6 sq. m (26547.12) of land. It will also result in relocation of 19 houses, 182
trees of varying species and sizes, on both sides of the project. It is proposed that 728
trees of suitable species shall be planted along the Bypass at available spaces.
Mitigation include proper land management by providing judicious compensation to

the affectees through allocation of sufficient budget in the project cost. Due to the
construction of the proposed Project, air pollution, noise and associated health risks
may increase. Soil erosion may occur on roadside, at contractors‟ camps; excavation of
earth/cutting operations and clearing of vegetation; whereas, contamination of soil may
be caused by oil and chemical spills at asphalt plant sites, workshop areas and
equipment washing yards. Due to the proposed camp sites, loss of vegetation and assets
on the selected land and dissatisfaction of rehabilitation measures during and after
completion of construction phase may occur. Health risks and work safety problems
may result at the workplace if the working conditions provide unsafe and/or
unfavorable working environment and due to storage, handling and transport of
hazardous construction material.
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As the project deals with the construction of the Bypass, so no hazardous waste will be
generated during the construction. Due to construction activities waste will be
generated at construction and contractors camp sites. The waste generated from the
camp sites will be disposed off through Municipal Committee. There are chances of
arising of issues related to cultural differences/conflicts between the contractor‟s
workforce and the local inhabitants, conflicts arising due to the mix of local and
migratory job seekers as the use of local resources and products will be increased.
Mitigation measures include timely and full public consultation and announcement of
mobilizing equipment. Borrow areas/ open pits and their excavation activities may
result in land disputes, soil erosion, loss of potential cropland, loss of vegetation,
landscape degradation, and damage to road embankments. Mitigation will involve
careful selection of the borrow areas, no excavation will be allowed within 300 meters
from both sides of the road and regular checking of soil erosion along the borrow areas
etc.
During the operation stage, raising of new trees at available spaces will have a positive
impact of permanent nature. With the improved flora of the project area, due to raising
of large number of trees, the fauna and especially the avi-fauna shall be attracted to the
area. No major adverse impact on groundwater is anticipated during the operational
phase. With the construction of Bypass, the traffic congestion will be reduced and the
traffic passing through Dera Murad Jamali will move in a smooth flow from the
Bypass; thereby reducing the emission levels in the city. After the construction of
proposed Bypass, the landscape of the project area will be changed in terms of road
infrastructure and planned plantation of trees.
7 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PLAN
For effective management of the environmental impacts, a comprehensive

Environmental Management Plan (EMP) has been prepared. The objective of the EMP
is to provide framework for the implementation of the proposed mitigation measures
during all the three phases of the proposed Project. NHA will form an Environmental
Committee (EC), which will be responsible for the environmental management and
supervisory affairs during the construction phase of the proposed Project. The Project
Director will be assisted by an Environmental Expert and a Social Expert in
implementing the mitigation measures proposed in EMP. Environmental Monitoring is
undertaken during both the construction and operational phases to ensure the
effectiveness of the proposed mitigation measures. To minimize the negative impacts
arising due to increased vehicular activity at this Bypass and to enhance the landscape
of the project area, tree plantation plan has been proposed. The total environmental
mitigation cost including environmental monitoring, tree plantation and environmental
training is estimated at Rs. 11.170 Million.
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SECTION 1
1.INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
National Highway Authority (NHA) has taken a proactive step to conduct the
Feasibility study for construction of Bypass over N-65 at Dera Murad Jamali.
Accordingly, NHA has assigned this project to M/s Asif Ali Associates (Pvt.) Ltd. in
association with M/s AA Associates & M/s Turkpak International (Pvt.) Ltd. to carry
out this Feasibility Study.
1.2 PROPONENT OF THE PROJECT
National Highway Authority (NHA) is the proponent of the proposed Project with the
following address:
National Highway Authority
27 Mauve Area, G-9/1, Islamabad
Ph: 051-9260565
1.3 PROJECT BACKGROUND
Advisor to Chief Minister of Baluchistan Mr. Mir Abdul Majid Abro vide letter No.
Adv/CM/IPC & Zakat/l5/183 dated 21st January 2015 requested to Chairman National
Highway Authority for construction of a bypass at Dera Murad Jamali on N-65 District
Nasirabad in province of Baluchistan.
On direction of Chairman NHA, Maintenance unit NHA Sibi conducted survey of the
project site and three alignment options were proposed. Detail is given as under:
i. The first alignment extends form N-65 at RD 112+800 to RD 125+450
having a length of 12.65 km. This alignment will bypass the city of Dera
Murad Jamali from western side. The proposed alignment of bypass will
terminate exactly in front of Uch Power Plant at RD 125+450.
ii. The second alignment of proposed bypass starts from the same starting point
as indicated above but it will be terminated at RD 129+450 having length of
16.65 km. The proposed alignment will pass behind the Uch power Plant
without causing any trouble to the entrance of this Power Plant.
iii. The alignment of this bypass starts 2 Km before Dera Murad Jamali, at RD
112+800 heading towards Eastern side of Dera Murad Jamali. The
alignment crosses railway crossing immediately after start point and
traverses through open fields. The alignment crosses Put Feeder Canal
approximately 2.2 Km away from existingN-65.The alignment crosses Foliji
road and again railway crossing and finally terminates in front of Uch
Power Plant at RD 125+550.
Dera Murad Jamali Bypass on National Highway N-65 1-1

1.4 THE PROJECT
Subsequently, M/s Asif Ali & Associates (Pvt.) Ltd in association with M/s A.A
Associates (Pvt.) Ltd & M/s Turkpak International (Pvt.) Ltd have been appointed as
the Consultants by NHA to provide consultancy services for “Feasibility Study,
Environmental Impact Assessment & Detailed Design of Dera Murad Jamali Bypass”.
Contract Agreement between National Highway Authority (NHA) and the Consultants
was signed on August 08, 2016 for providing the aforesaid consultancy services.
1.5 NECESSITY
Dera Murad Jamali is located on N-65. Dera Murad Jamali is the main city of District
Nasirabad and traffic on N-65 passes through the entire city of Dera Murad Jamali.
Although a Railway track also runs parallel to the road, yet due to heavy flow of traffic,
the road always gets blocked and VIP / emergency vehicular movement gets trapped in
the heavy flow of traffic in the middle of the city. Threats of insecurity for VIPs also
prevail. Traffic accidents due to congested traffic flow, which result in loss of precious
lives, are commonly faced. Construction of this bypass will facilitate in two ways:-
 Firstly, it would lessen the traffic congestion for the intercity / through traffic.
 Secondly, the proposed bypass will give relief to the inhabitants of Dera Murad
Jamali from heavy traffic congestions, blockage and road accidents.
1.6 OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT
Following are the main objectives of the undertaken project:

 To facilitate un-interrupted free flow of through traffic
 To reduce traffic accident ratio
 To reduce travel time & vehicle operating cost
 To protect the inhabitants of Dera Murad Jamali from dust pollution which
reflects in better health improvements
1.7 PROJECT WORKS
The scheme envisages the construction of a bypass at Dera Murad Jamali on N-65 in
District Nasirabad of Baluchistan province including a canal bridge over Put Fedder
Canal as per NHA standards and specifications. Road furniture comprising of lane
markings, traffic signs, guardrails and reflectors as per site requirement shall also be
provided.
The scope of work and Terms of Reference which broadly covers but limited to the
following:

 Feasibility Study.
 Detailed Design (keeping in view the present & future generated traffic).
 Tender Drawings and Documents.
 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Study.
 Land Acquisition (if required) &Utilities folders.
1.8 PROJECT CATEGORISATION
Pakistan Environment Protection Agency (Review of IEE/EIA) Regulations 2000,

Schedule II, lists down the projects requiring an EIA study as under:
“The Projects in schedule-II are generally major Projects and have the
potential to affect a large number of people. They also include Projects in
environmentally sensitive areas. The impact of such Projects may be
irreversible and could lead to significant changes in land use and the
social, physical and biological environment.”
Schedule-II describes the requirements of EIA for transportation Projects as under:

 Federal or Provincial Highways or major roads greater than 50 Million
Rupees in value. Maintenance (rebuilding or reconstruction of existing roads) is
exempted from the requirement of an EIA.
As per EPA Guidelines, the present Project is classified as “Schedule II” that requires
an EIA study and approval from the concerned authority, prior to the construction.
1.9 STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
Environmental issues and control in Pakistan are governed by Pakistan Environmental

Protection Act, 1997. Guidelines and procedures for preparing EIA reports have been
published by EPA in the form of “Pakistan Environmental Assessment Package”.
Requirements of Government of Pakistan that are to be met before commencement of

the Project are as follows:
 The legal requirements in Pakistan for Environmental Assessment for new
projects under the Environmental Protection Act 1997;
 Pakistan National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS) for gaseous,
liquid (water), vehicular emissions and noise; and
 The need for an EIA as part of the Government of Pakistan PC-1 planning
approval process for this Project.
1.10 THIS REPORT
This Environmental Impact Assessment Report is part of output of consultancy services

in compliance of the Scope of Work / Terms of Reference of the Project.

Section 2 Policy, Legi slation and Guidelines
SECTION 2
2.POLICY, LEGISLATION & GUIDELINES
2.1 INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides a synopsis of environmental policies, legislation, and guidelines

that may have relevance to the proposed project. These include National Environmental
Policy, legislation and guidelines; and international conventions and guidelines. NHA
will be required to adhere to the relevant requirements of the policies and legislation
and recommendations of the guidelines during the construction and operation phases;
which have also been incorporated in the mitigation measures and the EMP provided in
the EIA.
2.2 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, LEGISLATION AND

GUIDELINES
The enactment of comprehensive legislation on the environment, covering multiple

areas of concern, is a relatively new and ongoing phenomenon in Pakistan. Whereas, a
basic policy and legislative framework for the protection of the environment and
overall biodiversity in the country is now in place, detailed rules, regulations and
guidelines required for the implementation of the policies and enforcement of
legislation are still in various stages of formulation and discussion. The following
section presents a brief overview of the existing national policies, legislation and
guidelines.
2.2.1 National Environmental Policy, 2005
The National Environmental Policy (NEP) was approved by the PEPA in its
10th meeting on 27th December 2004 under the chairmanship of the Prime
Minister of Pakistan and thereafter approved by the Cabinet on 29th June 2005.
NEP is the primary policy of Government of Pakistan that addresses the
environmental issues of the country. The broad Goal of NEP is, “To protect,
conserve and restore Pakistan‟s environment in order to improve the quality of
life of the citizens through sustainable development”. The NEP identifies the
following set of sectoral and cross-sectoral guidelines to achieve its Goal of
sustainable development.
a) Sectoral Guidelines:
Water and sanitation, Air quality and noise, Waste management, Forestry,
Biodiversity and Protected areas, Climate change and Ozone depletion,
Energy efficiency and renewable, Agriculture and livestock, and Multilateral
environmental agreements.

b) Cross-sectoral Guidelines:
Poverty, Population, Gender, Health, Trade and environment, Environment

and local governance, and Natural disaster management, The NEP suggests
the following policy instruments to overcome the environmental problems
throughout the country:
 Integration of environment into development planning;
 Legislation and regulatory framework;
 Capacity development;
 Economic and market based instrument;
 Public awareness and education; and
 Public private civil society partnership.
NEP is a policy document and does not apply to projects. However, the
proponent should ensure that the project should not add to the aggravation of
the environmental issues identified in NEP and mitigation measures should
be adopted to minimize or avoid any contribution of the project in these
areas.
2.2.2 National Sanitation Policy, 2006
The National Sanitation Policy of Pakistan provides a broad framework and

policy guidance to the Federal Government, Provincial Governments, federally
Administrated Territories and the local governments, to enhance and support
sanitation coverage in the country through formulation of their sanitation
strategies plans and programs at all respective levels for improving the quality
of life of the people of Pakistan and the physical environment necessary for
healthy life.
2.2.3 National Climate Change Policy, 2012
The National Climate Change Policy was approved by the Federal Cabinet on
26 September 2012. With an overall goal, to ensure that climate change is
mainstreamed in the economically and socially vulnerable sectors of the
economy and to steer Pakistan towards climate resilient development, the Policy
puts forward comprehensive policy objectives of sustained economic growth,
integration of climate change into inter-related national policies, pro-poor
gender sensitive adaptation and cost-effective mitigation, water, food and energy
security, DRR, effective decision making and coordination, creating awareness,
building capacities, and conservation of natural resources and long term
sustainability. It also seeks effective use of financial opportunities, and public
and private sector investment in adaptation measures.

2.2.4 National Resettlement Policy, 2002
In March, 2002 Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA), GOP

has issued its National Resettlement Policy, which explains the basis for
compensation, rehabilitation and relocation of the affectees. It also explains the
requirements and implementation of Resettlement Action Plan (RAP).
2.2.5 National Conservation Strategy
Before the approval of NEP, the National Conservation Strategy (NCS) was
considered as the Government‟s primary policy document on national
environmental issues. At the moment this strategy just exists as a national
conservation program. The NCS identifies 14 core areas including conservation
of biodiversity; pollution prevention and abatement; soil and water conservation;
and preservation of cultural heritage, and recommends immediate attention to
these core areas in order to preserve the country‟s environment.
The proponent should ensure that the project should not add to the aggravation
of the 14 core environmental issues identified in the NCS and mitigation
measures should be adopted to minimize or avoid any contribution of the project
in these areas.
2.2.6 Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP)
The Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP), which has been designed to complement
the NCS and the proposed provincial conservation strategies, identifies the
causes of biodiversity loss in Pakistan and suggests a series of proposals for
action to conserve biodiversity in the country.
The BAP recognises that an EIA is used as a tool at a project level to identify
environmental effects of a proposed project and to plan for reducing adverse
effects. The BAP further stipulates that an EIA needs to be initiated at an early
stage of project development and that public participation in the review of
potential effects is important.
2.2.7 Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997
PEPA is the basic legislative tool empowering the government to frame

regulations for the protection of the environment. PEPA is broadly applicable to
air, water, soil, marine and noise pollution, as well as the handling of hazardous
waste. Penalties have been prescribed for those contravening the provisions of
the Act. The powers of the federal and provincial Environmental Protection
Agencies (EPAs) were also considerably enhanced under this legislation and
they have been empowered to conduct inquiries into possible breaches of
environmental law either of their own accord, or upon the registration of a
complaint.

Under section 12 of PEPA, no project involving construction activities or any

change in the physical environment can be taken unless an IEE or EIA as
required is conducted and a report submitted to the federal or provincial EPA.
2.2.8 Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency Review of IEE and EIA

Regulations, 2000
The Pak-EPA Review of IEE and EIA Regulations, 2000 (the „Regulations‟),
prepared by the Pak-EPA under the powers conferred upon it by the PEPA,
provide the necessary details on the preparation, submission, and review of IEE
and EIA.
The Regulation classifies projects on the basis of expected degree of adverse

environmental impacts and lists them in two separate schedules. Schedule I lists
projects that may not have significant environmental impacts and therefore
require an IEE. Schedule II lists projects of potentially significant environmental
impacts requiring preparation of an EIA. The Regulations also require that all
projects located in environmentally sensitive areas require preparation of an
EIA.
2.2.9 National and International Environmental Quality Standards
The National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS) were first promulgated

in 1993 and were last revised in 2000. The NEQS specify standards for
industrial and municipal effluents, gaseous emissions, ambient air requirements
and emission levels for Sulphur dioxide and Nitrogen oxide, vehicular emissions
and noise levels. The PEPA specifies the imposition of a pollution charge in
case of noncompliance with the NEQS. Standards for disposal of solid waste
have not been promulgated as yet.
2.2.10 Conduct of an EIA
The Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency Review of IEE and EIA

Regulations, 2000 (The 2000 Regulations) promulgated under PEPA 1997 were
enforced on 15 June, 2000. The 2000 Regulations define the applicability and
procedures for preparation, submission and review of IEEs and EIAs. These
Regulations also give legal status to the Pakistan Environmental Assessment
Procedures prepared by the Federal EPA in 1997.
As per Schedule-A for policy and procedures for the filing, review and approval
of environment assessments the proposed project falls under the list of projects
which require an EIA. The projects in Schedule-A are generally major projects
and have the potential to affect a large number of people. The impacts of such
projects may be irreversible and could lead to significant changes in land use
and the social, physical and biological environment. The preparation of this
EIA satisfies the requirement of the 2000 Regulations.

2.2.11 Approval from Baluchistan Environmental Protection Agency
As per the 2000 Regulations, the proponent will be required to submit the EIA
report to Baluchistan Environmental Protection Agency (BEPA) and seek
approval on the same from BEPA. The EIA report will need to be submitted to
BEPA. BEPA will grant its decision on the EIA as per the rules and procedures
set out in the 2000 Regulations. The following rules apply.
 A fee is payable to BEPA for review of the EIA.
 The EIA submittal is to be accompanied by an application in the format
prescribed in Schedule IV of the 2000 Regulations.
 BEPA is bound to conduct a preliminary scrutiny and reply within 10 days
of the submittal of the report a) confirming completeness, or b) asking for
additional information, if needed.
 BEPA will publish a public notice in any English or Urdu national
newspaper and in a local newspaper of general circulation in the area
affected by the project. The public notice will mention the following:
 The type of project

 The location of the project
 The name and address of the proponent
 The places at which the EIA can be accessed
 The date, time and place for public hearing of any comments on the
project or its EIA
 The date set for public hearing will not be earlier than 30 days from the
date of publication of the public notice.
 In the review process, BEPA may consult a Committee of Experts, which
may be constituted on the request of the Director General (DG) BEPA.
 On completion of the review process and the public hearing, the decision
of BEPA will be communicated to the proponent in the form prescribed in
Schedule VI.
 Where an EIA is approved, BEPA can impose additional controls as part
of the conditions of approval.
 BEPA is required to make every effort to complete the EIA review process
within 90 days of the issue of confirmation of completeness. However,
BEPA can take up to 4 months for communication of final decision.
 The approval will remain valid for the project duration mentioned in the
EIA but on the condition that the project commences within a period of
three years from the date of approval. If the project is initiated after three
years from approval date, the proponent will have to apply for an
extension in the validity period. The BEPA on receiving such request may
grant extension (not exceeding 3 years at a time) or require the proponent
to submit a fresh EIA if in the opinion of BEPA changes in baseline
conditions or the project so warrant.

 After receiving approval from BEPA, the proponent will acknowledge

acceptance of the conditions of approval by executing an undertaking in
the form prescribed in Schedule VII of the 2000 Regulations.
 The 2000 Regulations also require proponents to obtain from BEPA, after
the end of construction phase of the project, a confirmation that the
requirements of the EIA and the conditions of approval have been duly
complied with.
 The BEPA in granting the confirmation of compliance may impose any
additional control regarding the environmental management of the project
or the operation, as it deems necessary.
2.2.12 Project Monitoring and Compliance
During project execution NHA will be required to comply with the

recommendations of the EIA and any conditions of approval set forth by BEPA.
Post EIA monitoring and reporting is mandatory under clause 19 of the 2000
Regulations. The Regulations require proponents of all projects to submit
monitoring reports on completion of construction, yearly reports during
operation, and any additional reports required by the EPA. The format and
contents of such reports are not specified in the law.
2.2.13 Effluent and Emission Self-Monitoring and Reporting
a) National Environmental Quality Standards (Self-Monitoring and

Reporting by Industry) Rules, 2001
These rules establish pollution limits for industries in Pakistan under an

honor-based self-monitoring system obliging all industries to monitor liquid
effluents and gaseous emissions and submit environmental monitoring
reports (in the formats set out in Schedule VI) to the relevant EPA (in this
case BEPA) timely and correctly. All industrial units in Category-B are
required to submit environmental monitoring reports on quarterly basis and
they shall maintain a record of the times during which start-up and upset
conditions occur, and shall mention the total time elapsed in such conditions
in its monthly environmental monitoring report.
b) Industrial Pollution Charge (Calculation and Collection) Rules, 2001
These rules ensure the correct calculation, reporting and payment of

pollution charges by polluting/industrial units. The list of parameters on
which pollution charges shall apply and the method of calculating pollution
charge are given in the Schedules attached to the Regulation.

c) Environmental Sample Rules, 2001
These rules authorise the Federal EPA and its authorised persons to obtain
and test samples from industries to verify self-monitoring reports and
calculation of pollution charges.
d) National Environmental Quality Standards (Certification of

Environmental Laboratories) Rules, 2001
These rules were established as checks on environmental laboratories and

require all laboratories to be certified from the Federal EPA as per the rules
and criteria set out in the regulation.
2.2.14 Baluchistan Wildlife Protection Act, 1974
This ordinance provides for the preservation, protection, and conservation of

wildlife by the formation and management of protected areas and prohibition of
hunting of wildlife species declared protected under the ordinance.
The ordinance also specifies three broad classifications of the protected areas:
national parks, wildlife sanctuaries and game reserves. Activities such as
hunting and breaking of land for mining are prohibited in national parks, as are
removing vegetation or polluting water flowing through the park. Wildlife
sanctuaries are areas that have been set aside as undisturbed breeding grounds
and cultivation and grazing is prohibited in the demarcated areas. Nobody is
allowed to reside in a wildlife sanctuary and entrance for the general public is by
special dispensation. However, these restrictions may be relaxed for scientific
purpose or betterment of the respective area on the discretion of the governing
authority in exceptional circumstances. Game reserves are designated as areas
where hunting or shooting is not allowed except under special permits.
The project is located outside of any wildlife protected area therefore the project
will not contravene with any provisions of this Act.
2.2.15 Canal and Drainage Act, 1873
Canals are defined as channels, pipes and reservoirs constructed and maintained
by the Government for the supply for storage of water. Under section 27 of the
Act a person desiring to have a supply of water from a canal for purposes other
than irrigation shall submit a written application to a Canal Officer who may,
with the sanction of the Provincial Government give permission under special
conditions. The Act under section 61 also prohibits the damaging, altering,
enlarging or obstructing the canals without proper authority.

The Canal and Drainage Act (1873) prohibits corruption or fouling of water in
canals (defined to include channels, tube wells, reservoirs and watercourses), or
obstruction of drainage.
Although the Surrounding area has the presence of irrigation network, however
the project activities will be limited and will not cause any physical damage to
the canals. Similarly as the project is designed as a no discharge facility, there
will be no alteration in water quality.
2.2.16 The Forest Act, 1927
The act empowers the provincial forest departments to declare any forest area as
reserved or protected. The act also empowers the provincial forest departments
to prohibit the clearing of forest for cultivation, grazing, hunting, removing
forest produce; quarrying and felling, lopping and topping of trees, branches in
reserved and protected forests. The project area is located outside any reserved
or protected forest area therefore the project will not contravene with any
provisions of the Act
2.2.17 Antiquities Act, 1975
The protection of cultural resources in Pakistan is ensured by the Antiquities Act

of 1975. Antiquities have been defined in the Act as ancient products of human
activity, historical sites, or sites of anthropological or cultural interest, national
monuments etc. The act is designed to protect antiquities from destruction, theft,
negligence, unlawful excavation, trade and export. The law prohibits new
construction in the proximity of a protected antiquity and empowers the
Government of Pakistan to prohibit excavation in any area which may contain
articles of archaeological significance.
The project site was screened by the EIA study team; nothing of any
archaeological interest was identified at the project site.
2.2.18 Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
The Pakistan Penal Code (1860) authorises fines, imprisonment or both for
voluntary corruption or fouling of public springs or reservoirs so as to make
them less fit for ordinary use.

2.2.19 National Environmental Guidelines

a. The Pakistan Environmental Assessment Procedures 1997
The Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency prepared the Pakistan

Environmental Assessment Procedures in 1997. The guidelines pertaining to
the review process of EIA‟s have been given regulatory status in the Review
of IEE and EIA Regulations 2000. They are based on much of the existing
work done by international donor agencies and NGO‟s.
The package of regulations prepared by PEPA includes:
 Policy and Procedures for Filing, Review and Approval of
Environmental Assessments;
 Guidelines for the Preparation and Review of Environmental Reports;
 Guidelines for Public Consultation;
 Guidelines for Sensitive and Critical Areas; and
 Sectoral Guidelines-for environmental reports
The guidelines on policy and procedures define the policy context and the
administrative procedures that will govern the environmental assessment
process, from the project pre-feasibility stage, to the approval of the
environmental report. According to the procedures laid out in the policy
guidelines, IEE‟s or ElA‟s are to be filed with the EPA of the province
where the project is to be implemented. The federal EPA has, however, been
given the right to review any environmental report at any time and the power
to revoke the decision of the provincial EPA, if it deems this to be necessary.
Projects have been classified in the policy guidelines by expected degree of
adverse environmental impacts. All projects proposed in environmentally
sensitive areas (including Game Reserves and Wildlife sanctuaries) require
an EIA.
The Procedures require proponents to prepare terms of reference for the
environmental assessment reports. They require that all EIA studies should
contain baseline data on the area and must contain a detailed assessment of
the potential environmental impacts and the recommended mitigation
measures. Consultations with the communities that are most likely to be
affected as well as relevant NGO‟s are to be an integral part of the EIA
process.
The guidelines on public consultation deals with possible approaches to
public consultation and techniques for designing an effective program of
consultation that reaches out to all major stakeholders and ensures the
incorporation of their concerns in any impact assessment study.

2.2.20 Other Relevant Laws/Policies/Guidelines

a. Guidelines for Solid Waste Management (2005)
Guidelines for Solid Waste Management have been issued as a draft by the
Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency in coordination with JICA and
UNDP. These guidelines explain the waste generation, discharge and
composition.
b. Sectoral Guidelines (1997)
Pakistan Environmental Assessment procedure deals with general guidelines

as well as the sectoral guideline for the Environmental Assessment Studies.
The sectoral guidelines have been given for different categories of the
projects and deals with the procedure requirements of Environmental
Assessment.
c. Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
This states the penalties for violations concerning pollution of air, water
bodies and land.
d. Disaster Management Act, 2010
The Disaster Management Act, 2010 to offer an effective National Disaster

Management System and for matters associated therewith or incidental
thereto and to overawed unforeseen situations. The act is administered by
federal government which provides guidelines for the provision of disaster
management plans, offer necessary technical assistance to the Provincial
Governments and Provincial Authorities as well for preparing their disaster
management plans in case of any mishap. This Act is valid to the subject
project in case of any unseen situation.
e. The Motor Vehicles Rules, 2000
Subject to the provisions of this Act, and the rules and regulations, no person
shall operate a motor vehicle from which air pollutants or noise are being
emitted in an amount, concentration or level which is in excess of the
National Environmental Quality Standards, or where applicable the
standards customary under clause (g) of sub-section (I) of section 6.
f. National Clean Air Act, 2000
The Clean Air Act legislation aims to control vehicular emissions, pollution
from industry and indoor air pollution in rural areas.

g. Land Acquisition Act, 1894
This act deals with the procurement of private properties for public
purposes. There are 55 sections in this act mainly dealing with area
notifications, surveys, acquisition, compensation, appointment awards,
dispute resolution, penalties and exemptions.
h. Seismic Building Code of Pakistan 2007
This code stipulates the minimum requirements for seismic safety of

building and structures and the provisions of the Building Code of Pakistan
(Seismic Provisions-2007) shall apply for engineering design of buildings,
like structures and related components.
Construction of buildings in defilement of the Building Code shall be
considered as violation of professional engineering work specified under
clause (XXV) of section 2 of the Act. This Code is applicable to the subject
project as it includes the formation of structures.
i. Occupational Health & Safety
Construction and operational activities can distress the occupational health

of the workers. Quantitative national standards with respect to the above
aspect are yet to be developed in Pakistan. However, guidance in qualitative
terms can be obtained from the Labor Laws (Amended) Ordinance, 1972
and Pakistan Factories Act (1934).
j. Labor and Health and Safety Legislation
The Constitution of Pakistan contains a range of provisions with regards to

labor rights, in particular:
 Article 11 of the Constitution prohibits all forms of slavery, forced
labor and child labor;
 Article 17 provides for a fundamental right to exercise the freedom of

association and the right to form unions;
 Article 25 lays down the right to equality before the law and prohibition
of discrimination on the grounds of sex alone; and
 Article 37(e) makes provision for securing just and humane conditions
of work, ensuring that children and women are not employed in
vocations unsuited to their age or sex, and for maternity benefits for
women in employment.

Labor law is controlled at both provincial and national levels with

compulsory employment agreements containing the terms set out by the
labor laws. There are various laws containing health and safety requirements
including: Mines Act 1923; Factories Act 1934; Factories Rules; Hazardous
Occupations Rules 1963; Provincial Employees Social Security Ordinance
1965; and Workmen's Compensation Act 1923. No single comprehensive
piece of legislation deals with occupational or community safety and health.
2.3 INTERNATIONAL TREATIES AND GUIDELINES
2.3.1 International Treaties
Pakistan is a signatory to various international treaties and conventions on the

conservation of the environment and wildlife protection. The country is thus
obliged to adhere to the commitments specified in these treaties.
a. The Convention on Biological Diversity
The Convention on Biological Diversity was adopted during the Earth

Summit of 1992 at Rio de Janeiro. The Convention requires parties to
develop national plans for the conservation and sustainable use of
biodiversity, and to integrate these plans into national development
programmes and policies. Parties are also required to identify components of
biodiversity that are important for conservation, and to develop systems to
monitor the use of such components with a view to promoting their
sustainable use.
b. The Convention on Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals,

(1979)
The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals

(CMS), (1979), requires countries to take action to avoid endangering
migratory species. The term "migratory species" refers to the species of wild
animals, a significant proportion of whose members cyclically and
predictably cross one or more national jurisdictional boundaries. The parties
are also required to promote or co-operate with other countries in matters of
research on migratory species.
The Convention contains two appendices. Appendix I contain the list of
migratory species that are endangered according to the best scientific
evidence available. For these species, the member states to the Convention
are required endeavor to:
 Conserve and restore their habitats.
 Prohibit their hunting, fishing, capturing, harassing and deliberate
killing.

 Remove obstacles and minimize activities that seriously hinder their

migration.
 Control other factors that might endanger them, including control of
introduced exotic species.
Appendix II lists the migratory species, or groups of species, that have an
unfavourable conservation status as well as those that would benefit
significantly from the international co-operation that could be achieved
through intergovernmental agreements.
c. The Convention on Wetlands of International Importance, Ramsar 1971
Pakistan is a signatory to the said Convention. The principal obligations of

contracting parties to the Convention are:
 To designate wetlands for the List of Wetlands of International
Importance.
 To formulate and implement planning so as to promote wise use of
wetlands, to make EIA before transformations of wetlands, and to
make national wetland inventories.
 To establish nature reserves on wetlands and provide adequately for
their wardening and through management to increase waterfowl
populations on appropriate wetlands.
 To train personnel competent in wetland research, management and
wardening.
 To promote conservation of wetlands by combining far-sighted
national policies with coordinated international action, to consult with
other contracting parties about implementing obligations arising from
the Convention, especially about shared wetlands and water system.
 To promote wetland conservation concerns with development aid
agencies.
 To encourage research and exchange of data.
So far 19 sites in Pakistan have been declared as wetlands of International
Importance or Ramsar Sites. However no Ramsar site is located within the
project area.
d. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild

Fauna and Flora (CITES)
This convention came into effect on 03 March 1973 in Washington. In all

130 countries are signatory to this convention with Pakistan signing the
convention in 1976.
The convention requires the signatories to impose strict regulation (including
penalization, confiscation of the specimen etc.) regarding trade of all species
threatened with extinction or that may become so, in order not to endanger
further their survival.

The Convention contains three appendices. Appendix I include all species

threatened with extinction which are or may be affected by trade. The
Convention requires that trade in these species should be subject to strict
regulation. Appendix II includes species that are not necessarily threatened
presently but may become so unless trade in specimens of these species is
subject to strict regulation. Appendix III includes species which any
contracting party identifies as subject to regulations in trade and requires
other parties to co-operate in this matter.
e. International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources

(IUCN) Red List
The red list is published by IUCN and includes those species that are under
potential threat of extinction. These species have been categorized as
 Endangered: species that are sent to be facing a very high risk of
extinction in the wild in the near future, reduction of 50% or more
either in the last 10 years or over the last three generations, survive
only in small numbers, or have very small populations.
 Vulnerable in Decline: species that are seen to be facing a risk of
extinction in the wild, having apparent reductions of 20% or more in
the last 10 years or three generations.
 Vulnerable: species that are seen to be facing a high risk of extinction
in the wild, but not necessarily experiencing recent reductions in
population size.
 Lower Risk: species that are seen to be facing a risk of extinction that
is lesser in extent that for any of the above categories.
 Data Deficient: species that may be at risk of extinction in the wild but
at the present time there is insufficient information available to make a
firm decision about its status.
Two species Greater spotted eagle and White eyed Pochard observed in the
project area are listed in IUCN Red List 2006. White eyed Pochard, which is
a migratory species listed on Appendix-II of CMS and categorized as Near
Threatened (NT) species in IUCN Red List 2006 was observed at the
evaporation pond.
f. 1992 Climate Change Convention and Koyoto Protocol
The convention aims at stabilizing greenhouse gases (GHGs) concentration

in the atmosphere at a level that would prevent dangerous anthropogenic
interference with the climate system. To achieve the objective of the
convention, all parties are generally required to develop national inventories
of emission; formulate and implement national and regional programs of
mitigation measures; all developed country parties were specifically obliged
to take measures to limit GHG emissions by the year 2000 at 1990 levels
and the developing countries to take all measures in support of the protection

of atmosphere without any formal commitment on the quantified reduction

of these gases in a time frame.
The Kyoto Protocol is an amendment to the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) an international treaty on global
warming. Ratifying developed countries commit to reduce their combined
greenhouse gas levels by 5%, including six GHGs, i.e. Carbon dioxide
(CO2), Methane (CH4), Nitrous oxide (N2O), Hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs),
Per fluorocarbons (PFCs), and Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6). As of November
2007, total of 174 countries have signed and ratified the agreement, with the
notable exceptions of the United States of America.
If successful, the Kyoto Protocol is expected to reduce the average global
temperature between 0.02°C and 0.28°C by the year 2050. The Kyoto
Protocol proposes to set up framework for (a) Joint Implementation of
projects aimed at reduction of GHGs, (b) establishment of Clean
Development Mechanism (CDM), and (c) Emissions Trading, which could
be availed by all developing country Parties, including Pakistan. Pakistan
signed the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
(UNFCCC) in Rio in 1992. It was ratified in June 1994 and it became
effective for Pakistan, as Party, with effect from 30th August 1994
One hundred and thirty-seven (137) developing countries have ratified the
protocol. Developing countries including Pakistan have no obligation
beyond monitoring and reporting emissions.
2.3.2 International Guidelines

a. World Bank Guidelines on Environment
The principal World Bank publications that contain environmental

guidelines are listed below.
 Environmental Assessment-Operational Policy 4.01. Washington, DC,
USA. World Bank 1999.
 Environmental Assessment Sourcebook, Volume I: Policies,
Procedures, and Cross-Sectoral Issues. World Bank Technical Paper
Number 139, Environment Department, the World Bank, 1991.
 Environmental Assessment Sourcebook, Volume III: Guidelines for
Environmental Assessment of Energy and Industry Projects. World
Bank Technical Paper No. 154, Environment Department, the World
Bank, 1991.
 Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) guidelines, International
Finance Corporation (IFC) World Bank Group, 2008.

The first two publications listed here provide general guidelines for the
conduct of an EIA, and address the EIA practitioners themselves as well as
project designers. While the Sourcebook in particular has been designed
with Bank projects in mind, and is especially relevant for the impact
assessment of large-scale infrastructure projects, it contains a wealth of
information which is useful to environmentalists and project proponents.
The Sourcebook identifies a number of areas of concern, which should be
addressed during impact assessment. It sets out guidelines for the
determination of impacts, provides a checklist of tools to identify possible
biodiversity issues and suggests possible mitigation measures. Possible
development project impacts on wild lands, wetlands, forests etc. are also
identified and mitigation measures suggested. The Sourcebook also
highlights concerns in social impact assessment, and emphasizes the need to
incorporate socio-economic issues in EIA exercises.
The EHS guidelines are technical reference documents with general and
industry-specific examples of Good International Industry Practice (GIIP).
These guidelines contain the performance levels and measures that are
generally considered to be achievable in new facilities by existing
technology at reasonable costs. Application of the EHS Guidelines to
existing facilities may involve the establishment of site-specific targets,
based on environmental assessments and/or environmental audits as
appropriate, with an appropriate timetable for achieving them.
The EHS guidelines for thermal power plants were published in December
2008 and include information relevant to combustion processes fueled by
gaseous, liquid and solid fossil fuels and biomass and designed to deliver
electrical or mechanical power, steam, heat, or any combination of these,
regardless of the fuel type (except for solid waste which is covered under a
separate Guideline for Waste Management Facilities), with a total rated heat
input capacity above 50 Megawatt thermal input (MWth) on Higher Heating
Value (HHV) basis. It applies to boilers, reciprocating engines, and
combustion turbines in new and existing facilities. A detailed description of
industry activities for this sector and guidance for Environmental
Assessment (EA) of thermal power projects is also provided in these
guidelines.
The guidelines provide a brief description of the following:
Industry Specific Impacts and Management
This section provides a summary of the most significant EHS issues

associated with thermal power plants, which occur during the operational
phase, along with recommendations for their management. The section also

highlights the environmental issues related with power plant operations

including the following:
 Air emissions;
 Energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions;
 Water consumption and aquatic habitat alteration;
 Effluents;
 Solid wastes;
 Hazardous materials and oil;
 Noise.
The section also provides occupational health and safety risks and mitigation
measures during plant construction, operation and decommissioning to
overcome the same with special emphasis on:
 Non-ionizing radiation;
 Heat;
 Noise;
 Confined spaces;
 Electrical hazards;
 Fire and explosion hazards;;
 Chemical hazards;
 Dust.
Lastly the section highlights the issues related to community safety and
health with particular attention on:
 Water consumption;
 Traffic safety.
The issues not discussed in this guideline have been provided in the General
EHS guidelines published by the IFC.
Performance Indicators and Monitoring
This section provides the performance indicators of various parameters both

from an environmental as well as occupational health and safety perspective.
The monitoring requirements of various parameters during plant operation
phase are also provided in this section.

Environmental Performance Indicators and Monitoring:

The environmental performance indicators provide the effluent and air
emissions guideline values of various parameters during operations. Effluent
guidelines are applicable for direct discharges of treated effluents to surface
waters for general use and hence are not applicable on the proposed project
as the power plant will be designed as a zero discharge facility with the
waste water being discharged to the on-site evaporation pond. As this is a
road Project and will not have any sort of dangerous effluent.
Separate guideline values of various pollutants have been prepared based on
the type of equipment used in construction phase. The maximum emissions
levels given can be consistently achieved by well designed, well-operated,
and well-maintained pollution control systems. In contrast, poor operating or
maintenance procedures affect actual pollutant removal efficiency and may
reduce it to well below the design specification. Dilution of air emissions to
achieve these guidelines is unacceptable.
Furthermore emissions should not result in pollutant concentrations that
reach or exceed relevant ambient quality guidelines and standards by
applying national legislated standards (i.e. NEQS), or in their absence, the
current WHO Air Quality Guidelines, or other internationally recognized
sources. The values of the pollutants including oxides of Sulfur and
Nitrogen, Ozone and Particulate matter less than 2.5 and 10 micron in size
were revised in the document namely Air Quality Guidelines global update
2005 published values.
Also, emissions from a single project should not contribute more than 25%
of the applicable ambient air quality standards to allow additional, future
sustainable development in the same air shed.
Monitoring data should be analyzed and reviewed at regular intervals and
compared with the operating standards so that any necessary corrective
actions can be taken.
Occupational Health and Safety Guidelines:
Occupational health and safety performance should be evaluated against

internationally published exposure guidelines, of which examples include
the Threshold Limit Value (TLV) occupational exposure guidelines and
Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) published by American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH), the Pocket Guide to
Chemical Hazards published by the United States National Institute for
Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH), Permissible Exposure Limits
(PELs) published by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of

the United States (OSHA), Indicative Occupational Exposure Limit Values

published by European Union member states, or other similar sources.
The working environment should be monitored for occupational hazards
relevant to the specific project. Monitoring should be designed and
implemented by accredited professionals as part of an occupational health
and safety monitoring program. Facilities should also maintain a record of
occupational accidents and diseases and dangerous occurrences and
accidents.
b. ISO 18001 Occupation Health and Safety Assessment Series (OHSAS)
OHSAS 18001 is an Occupation Health and Safety Assessment Series for

health and safety management systems to help organizations to control
occupational health and safety risks. The OHSAS specifications are
applicable to any institute that desires to establish an OH&S management
system to eradicate or reduce risk to employees and other interested parties
who may be exposed to the risks allied with the project activities. As the
subject project is a construction of bus terminal cum commercial complex
and involves various health and safety issues to construction labor, therefore
these ISO 18001 guidelines will be applicable and pertinent.
2.4 ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK
2.4.1 National Highway Authority (NHA)
The client of the proposed project is National Highway Authority (NHA). The
management of NHA will ensure that all the proposed measures are effectively
implemented at the design, construction and operational stages of the project.
2.4.2 Environmental Protection Agency, Baluchistan
Pakistan Environmental Protection Council is the apex inter-ministerial and

multi-stakeholders decision-making body, which is headed by Prime Minister.
While Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency is meant for the putting into
practice of environmental laws in Pakistan. They have vicarious powers to
provincial environmental protection agencies for review, approval and
monitoring of environmental examination/assessment projects. BEPA will be
liable for reviewing the report, issuing Environmental Approval and
overall/broad based monitoring of the proposed project actions.

Section 3 Description of the Project
SECTION 3
3.DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
3.1 GENERAL
Dera Murad Jamali is located between Sukkur and Sibi on N-65 in Nasirabad District,
Baluchistan. The prime Objectives of the proposed project are as follows:
 Facilitate the general public, particularly the people of Dera Murad Jamali and
the surrounding areas
 Enhance the efficiency of the road network
 Reduce the number of accidents
To meet the requirements of increasing traffic volume, NHA has planned to construct a
Bypass around the Dera Murad Jamali city. The Length of this Bypass is 11+190 KM.
3.2 LOCATION OF PROJECT
The proposed bypass starts in South of Dera Murad Jamali, traverses through western
outskirts of Dera Murad Jamali and ends in north of city after crossing the Put Feeder
Canal. Fig. 3.1 shows the location map of Dera Murad Jamali and Fig 3.2 Shows the
approved alignment of bypass.
Figure 3.1 Location Map of Dera Murad Jamali

Figure 3.2 Approved Alignment of Bypass
3.3 PROJECT COMPONENTS
The various Project components include construction of a new Bypass around Dera
Murad Jamali City. The Geometric Design features of the proposed bypass are
presented in Table 3.1.
Table 3.1 Geometric Design Features of Bypass
S. Plain
Parameters Units
No. Terrain
1 Design speed KPH 100
2 Min. Radius Meter 437
3 Rate of Super elevation (Max.) % 6
4 Pavement cross slope % 2
5 Shoulder cross slope % 4
6 Formation width Meter 13.3
7 Pavement width Meter 7.3
8 Shoulder width (on each side) Meter 3.0
9 K-Value for crest curves 52
10 K-Value for sag curves 45
Horizontal:
11 Fill slopes 2:1
Vertical
12 Max. grade % 3
13 Min. grade % 0.3
14 Right of Way (ROW) Meter 60
15 Design life of road Years 10

Design of Road Section will be carried out on the basis of traffic counts, soil
investigations. Pavement design will be done according to AASHTO Guide for the
Design of Pavement (AASHTO 1993) with appropriate load factors. The final
pavement design will be cross- checked through mechanistic design method. The
pavement design will be based on Project traffic keeping overload factors in view.
Pavement will be designed for a life of 10 years.
3.4 PROJECT RIGHT OF WAY
The Right of Way (ROW) of the bypass is 60 meters. Major construction work will
generally remain confined within the ROW.
3.5 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
The materials used in construction of this bypass include coarse aggregates (crush), fine
aggregates (sand), soil, water, asphalt, reinforcement, cement etc. Almost all these raw
materials are locally available in the country.
i) Crushed Aggregate
A well-developed source of crushed aggregate is available at Arore near Rohri.

Several crushers of medium sizes are exploiting these resources. Well known
crusher companies are Atta Muhammad Crusher (Arore) and Fauji Crusher
(Ubhan Shah). The quantities available are extensively large; however mining
leases have already been obtained by various parties.
ii) Fine Aggregate (sand)
Few sources of limited quantity are available in Ubhan Shah; however extensive
screening will be required. Good quality sand is available from Bolari, near
Hyderabad and it is the main source of sand supplied throughout Sindh
province.
iii) Sub-grade Material
Large quantity of sub-grade (soil) is abundantly available at various locations near

the Project site. Borrow pits of suitable material at a reasonable reach will be
selected.
iv) Embankment Material
The embankment material can be borrowed in huge quantities from Ubhan Shah,
near Kot Diji and Arore near Rohri. In most cases, the contractors will lease
private land in the vicinity on short term basis for the purpose of acquiring earth
material, after the approval of NHA designated Engineer.

v) Water
Groundwater is available throughout the alignment in large quantities. Intensive

pumping has been done near project area and has been found that the depth of
water-table is generally from 5 metres to 20 metres. The water available near the
surface water bodies is of good quality and potable in nature, which is suitable for
all construction and drinking requirements. In addition to the groundwater
resource, surface water is also available from Sindh Wah and Begari Wah.
vi) Asphalt, Reinforcement and Cement
Asphalt, reinforcement and cement will be transported from National Refinery

Karachi, Steel Mill Karachi and cement factories from Karachi respectively.
3.6 TOTAL PROJECT COST
Cost of total project will be Rs. 1,860,963,113 as per Engineer‟s Estimate.
3.7 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
The implementation of the Project is expected to commence in September, 2018 and

the estimated completion date will be at the end of April 2020. At present, the Project is
at the engineering design stage.
3.8 CONSTRUCTION CAMPS
Camp sites will be selected keeping in view the availability of an adequate area for
establishing camp sites, including parking areas for machinery, stores and workshops,
access to communication and local markets, and an appropriate distance from sensitive
areas in the vicinity. Final locations will be selected by the contractor after the approval
from NHA.
The area requirement for construction camps will depend upon the workforce deployed
and the type and quantity of machinery mobilized. In view of the area required, it will
not be possible to locate camp sites within the ROW and the contractors will have to
acquire land on lease from private landowners.

3.9 WORKFORCE AND MACHINERY REQUIREMENTS
Table 3.2 gives the typical workforce requirement for Dera Murad Jamali Bypass for
managerial staff, engineers and labourers.
85 labourers will be required during construction of the Road, out of which 30 will be
skilled, 15 will be semi-skilled and 40 will be unskilled labourers.
Table 3.2 Workforce Requirement for Construction Dera Murad Jamali Bypass
Workforce
No. Contractors Staff
Required
A. Managerial Staff
1 Project Manager 1
2 Office Manager 1
3 Accountant 1
4 Purchaser 1
5 Quantity Surveyor 1
6 Computer Operator 1
B. Site Staff
1 Material Engineer 1
2 Site Engineer 2
3 Surveyor 2
4 Foreman 2
5 Skilled Labourer 30
6 Semi-skilled Labourer 15
7 Labourer 40
Total 98

Section 4 D escription of the Environment
SECTION 4
4.DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
4.1 GENERAL
The existing environment around the proposed Project Area has been studied with
respect to physical, ecological, cultural and socio-economic aspects.
The direct “Corridor of Impact” (COI) due to construction of this bypass is 60 meters,
which is within Right of Way (ROW) of the proposed bypass. However effect of the
loads generating from the moving traffic can be felt beyond the design ROW. Therefore
indirect COI is beyond the proposed ROW.
Human impacts such as road safety, traffic noise, vehicular emissions and other types
of associated pollution are already present along the proposed corridor for bypass.
These factors are therefore discussed as part of the existing environmental conditions in
the Project Area. This will allow the determination of baseline conditions against which
the incremental impact of the proposed Project can be assessed.
4.2 METHODOLOGY
The existing information to establish a baseline of the proposed Project Area was
collected from different Government Departments/Public Sector agencies. Further,
detailed field visits to the site were also carried out in order to have first-hand
information about the social and environmental conditions/issues of the Project Area.
Potential impacts of the proposed Project were ranked on the basis of their magnitude,
severity and reversibility.
In order to assess the impacts of the proposed Project on the people living in the
vicinity of the Project Area, detailed survey was conducted and existing
environmental/socio-economic conditions and salient features of the area were duly
observed. In addition, the relevant secondary data were also obtained from the District
Census Reports for Nasirabad. During the detailed site visit, relevant government
agencies/ departments were also consulted for the relevant data. To establish baseline
ambient air, noise and surface and groundwater conditions of the area; air and water
samples for laboratory analysis were collected from locations in the district, whereas
noise levels were measured at various locations.
Locations for conducting air and water sampling, and conducting noise measurements
were selected according to their likeliness to be affected from the proposed Project.

4.3 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
4.3.1 Climate
Various meteorologists have developed classification schemes to describe local

climatic features of Pakistan. The climate of the project area is described as hot
and arid.
No meteorological station exists in the close proximity of project site. The

nearest meteorological stations are located in Jacobabad and Sibi. Jacobabad
station is located about 32 km towards south eastern direction and Sibbi about
163 km towards north-western direction from the project site.
Interpretations of available meteorological data for the last five years from these
stations show that the project area experiences extreme temperatures. July and
August are the wettest months. Precipitation during these two months accounts
for more than half of the total annual rainfall. October and November are among
the driest months. May, June, July and August are among the hottest months of
the year with temperatures rising close to 50°C. December and January are the
coldest months.
The weather parameters of Jacobabad and Sibbi are provided in Table 4.1 and
Table 4.2.
The western hot winds blow particularly in the months of June and July.
Infrequent dust storms also blow during the hot season. The northern winds
blow during winter season. The humidity increases in the summer particularly in
the areas adjacent to the Put Feeder Canal.
Meteorological data from Jacobabad has been used for air dispersion modelling.
This data will be representative of climatic conditions prevailing within the
project area and its surroundings.
The temperature remains high during the months of May, June, July and August
and sometimes reaches up-to 50oC.

Section 4 Description of the Environment
Table 4.1 Summary of Mean Temperature, Precipitation & Relative Humidity for Jacobabad
Mean Temperature (0C) Precipitation (mm) Relative Humidity (%)

Month/Year Maximum Minimum
2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2002 2003 2004 2004 2006
January 23.9 24.2 22.5 21.3 22.5 7.7 8.5 9.6 8.3 6.6 1.0 Trace 13.4 0.0 Trace 75.0 80.0 76.0 74.0 64.0
February 25.7 25.6 27.8 21.2 29.1 9.9 12.2 12.6 11.2 14.2 5.0 19.2 0.0 22.0 Trace 71.0 74.0 73.0 73.0 74.0
March 33.3 31.4 36.3 30.4 31.1 17.0 17.1 18.2 18.3 16.8 5.6 2.0 0.0 5.1 8.0 64.0 61.0 58.0 76.0 72.0
April 40.5 39.3 41.3 37.6 39.4 22.9 23.3 24.3 21.3 23.1 Trace 0.0 0.0 0.0 2.0 53.0 49.0 48.0 57.0 49.0
May 46.6 43.6 44.5 42.0 46.0 28.8 27.2 28.1 26.9 29.5 0.0 Trace 0.0 6.3 0.0 51.0 42.0 48.0 52.0 56.0
June 45.7 46.0 44.2 44.7 43.8 31.0 30.4 30.2 30.5 29.9 0.0 0.0 1.4 Trace Trace 66.0 69.0 59.0 60.0 56.0
July 41.3 38.0 39.9 39.8 41.5 29.0 29.3 29.5 30.0 30.8 0.0 134.8 5.0 15.0 2.0 77.0 83.0 73.0 72.0 71.0
August 38.0 37.5 38.3 37.7 37.5 28.1 29.0 29.2 28.2 29.1 0.0 54.0 5.0 3.4 18.5 76.0 82.0 74.0 77.0 79.0
September 36.3 36.0 36.4 36.7 36.7 26.6 26.8 26.1 27.4 27.6 0.0 0.0 0.0 10.0 24.0 79.0 87.0 79.0 77.0 81.0
October 35.8 35.2 33.0 34.8 34.7 20.7 20.5 20.2 21.6 24.3 0.0 0.0 0.8 0.0 0.0 81.0 86.0 74.0 79.0 80.0
November 30.4 29.7 30.9 30.3 29.5 15.1 13.1 14.4 15.4 16.9 2.0 Trace 0.0 0.0 0.7 77.0 76.0 76.0 68.0 80.0
December 25.3 24.8 25.4 25.1 22.5 9.9 9.3 9.7 7.1 10.9 3.5 0.0 24.0 0.0 39.0 74.0 75.0 72.0 77.0 82.0
Annual Avg. 35.2 34.3 35.0 33.5 34.5 20.6 20.6 21.0 20.5 21.6 17.1 210.0 49.6 61.8 94.2 70.3 72.0 67.5 70.2 70.3
Note:
N.R: Not Recorded
Trace: Rain fall amount less than 0.1 mm

Section 4 Description of the Environment
Table 4.2 Summary of Mean Temperature, Precipitation & Relative Humidity for Sibi
Mean Temperature (0C) Precipitation (mm) Relative Humidity (%)

Month/Year Maximum Minimum
2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2002 2003 2004 2004 2006
January 24.5 24.7 22.4 20.8 23.0 7.7 7.5 7.9 8.1 5.6 0.0 5.6 23.8 8.4 0.0 66.0 68.0 69.0 72.0 61.0
February 25.5 25.5 28.2 20.3 30.4 10.1 10.8 11.1 10.4 13.7 0.7 17.3 0.0 64.9 11.2 56.0 64.0 58.0 79.0 68.0
March 33.5 31.4 36.7 28.8 31.3 17.1 16.4 18.1 17.6 15.6 1.0 4.0 0.0 110.0 22.9 54.0 46.0 41.0 80.0 64.0
April 40.6 40.0 41.1 36.1 39.4 25.1 22.8 26.1 21.3 22.8 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 3.1 37.0 33.0 28.0 55.0 46.0
May 47.6 43.0 44.5 40.9 45.8 30.3 27.4 29.8 26.4 30.2 0.0 10.5 0.0 4.2 0.0 36.0 32.0 33.0 44.0 44.0
June 47.1 46.7 45.8 45.0 44.5 32.8 N.R 31.1 31.1 30.7 0.0 2.0 12.0 0.0 0.0 47.0 34.0 49.0 49.0 46.0
July 44.0 40.7 42.9 42.0 44.0 31.2 N.R 30.4 31.0 32.0 0.0 60.5 0.0 10.5 10.3 57.0 67.0 57.0 71.0 60.0
August 41.4 39.7 42.1 40.4 39.3 29.1 N.R 30.3 29.5 27.8 3.4 51.0 Trace 50.4 80.7 63.0 71.0 65.0 75.0 72.0
September 40.1 39.0 40.4 40.2 40.0 26.9 N.R 26.4 27.7 27.1 0.0 14.0 0.0 26.0 0.0 64.0 65.0 63.0 72.0 64.0
October 37.4 37.2 34.4 37.1 37.0 19.7 19.2 18.3 20.8 22.9 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 55.0 54.0 60.0 65.0 70.0
November 31.4 30.5 31.6 31.3 29.7 14.3 12.3 8.7 13.7 14.7 0.0 0.7 Trace 0.0 2.0 58.0 48.0 65.0 56.0 70.0
December 26.2 26.2 26.3 26.4 23.1 8.2 7.2 N.R 5.4 8.3 4.6 0.0 21.0 0.0 39.5 57.0 58.0 61.0 64.0 80.0
Annual Avg. 36.6 35.4 36.4 34.1 35.6 21.0 - - 20.2 20.9 9.7 165.6 56.8 274.4 169.7 54.2 53.3 54.1 65.2 62.1
Note:
N.R: Not Recorded
b: Rain fall amount less than 0.1 mm

4.3.2 Air Quality
The region in which the bypass is situated is predominantly flat and semi-arid,
although irrigation has been introduced to provide water to enable crops to be
grown. The immediate vicinity of the bypass is sparsely populated. Emission
from the existing power plant operations and the vehicular exhaust emissions
from the national highway (N-65) may be considered as the significant sources
of ambient air pollution in the project area.
As part of study, air quality monitoring was carried out during the EIA field
visit. For establishing baseline ambient air quality conditions, two monitoring
sites were selected and ambient air samples were collected from:
1 At the start of Project Area
2 Near Uch Power Plant
Sampling locations were selected in areas with extensive settlements and at

sensitive locations. Samples were taken at downwind side and from 5 – 10
metres from the edge of the road. Monitoring results of ambient air quality
parameters are Summarize in Table 4.3 and details are given in Annexure - A.
Table 4.3 Summary of Monitoring results of Ambient Air
SO2 NO NO2 PM10 CO

Location
8 hourly 8 hourly 8 hourly 8 hourly 8 hourly
At start of Project Area 76 39.5 38.9 110 4
Near Uch Power Plant 118 39 76 148 9.12
Note: Units are (µg/m3)
4.3.3 Noise
There is no continuous major source in the project area. Intermittent sources

include farm tractors, farm equipment, road and rail traffic. Considering the
nature of these noise sources, it can be concluded that noise pollution in the area
is low. Table 4.4 presents the average noise levels recorded at different
locations. Average values for the section are all well within the NEQS i.e. 85
dB(A). However, these values may reach excessive levels in areas where new
construction will be initiated and also during operation when traffic levels reach
operating design volumes. Details are given in Annexure – A.
Table 4.4 Average Noise Levels at Various Locations
S. No. Source/Location Avg. Noise Level dB(A)

1 At start of bypass 58.67
2 At RD 06+000 Km 57.95
3 At end of bypass 57.95

4.3.4 Surface Water and Ground Water
The Indus River and its associated canals and water courses form the largest
irrigation system in the world. One of its associated canals is Put Feeder Canal
which originates from the right bank of River Indus at Guddu Barrage and
crosses N-65 at Dera Murad Jamali. Put Feeder Canal is the only perennial
surface water channel in the project area. Some seasonal streams also originate
from the Dera Bughti hills. These streams flow during rains, but with limited
flows.
Nasirabad District is irrigated by the Put Feeder Canal. The total length of the
canal is 171 km and has a present design discharge of nearly 190 m3/s (6700
cusecs). The canal serves cultivated command area (CCA) of about 458,425
hectares. The canal is perennial except for a closure/ maintenance period of
about one month. The land is also irrigated by tubewells.
The quality of Put Feeder Canal is generally good as the water is used for
irrigation and domestic purposes. In order to evaluate the water quality, surface
water samples were collected from Put Feeder Canal near Dera Murad Jamali.
Summary of water test results are given in Table 4.5 And details are presented in
Annexure – A.
Table 4.5 Summary Of Water Test Results
Guideline
Test Results
Values
Sr.
Parameters Method Unit Put
No. Drinking
Feeder NEQs
Water
Canal
0
1 Temperature - C 20 20 -
APHA-
2 pH @250C - 8.3 8.4 6-9
4500H+B
Total Suspended Solids
3 APHA-2540 D mg/L 65 - 200
(TSS)
4 Total Dissolved Solids APHA-2540 C mg/L 235 310 3500
APHA-3500C
5 Chlorine, Residual mg/L 0.12 0.03 1
G
6 Chromium (Cr) ASTM-D1687 mg/L 0.04 - 1
7 Copper (Cu) ASTM-D1688 mg/L 0.22 0.04 1
8 Zinc (Zn) ASTM-D1691 mg/L 0.06 0.01 5

Large aquifer sources of groundwater underline the Indus basin. They form an
important source of water supply throughout the Project Area with the use of
tube wells, motorised pumps and hand pumps. Groundwater in the Indus Basin
is, however, of variable quality and tends to be non-saline only near the surface
water bodies. Water is generally saline. Aquifers are recharged by means of
seepage during flood season. The depth of groundwater table varies from 8
metres to 15 metres in the project area.
4.3.5 Topography and Geology
Geographically, district Nasirabad comprises of flat plain area with no hilly or

mountainous features. The area is formed of alluvial soil and has slopes from
north to south with a ground elevation of 50 - 170 meters above sea level. It has
been a part of Kachhi basin (plain).
The soil of Nasirabad district comprises silt, clay, silt loam, clay loam, and
sandy loam. On the basis of the soil reconnaissance, soil in the command area
(irrigated by canals), constituting the largest area of Dera Murad Jamali sub-
division, can be classified as sandy and loamy soil. It is more loamy soil in
dense agricultural field. In the Chattar sub- division, the area is sandy and clay
loam.
4.3.6 Seismicity
According to the seismic zone map of Pakistan, the Project Area (District
Nasirabad) lies in Zone 2B and Zone 3.
4.4 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
During the site visit of the project area, the sampling locations were randomly selected,
ensuring that sufficient locations are sampled for each habitat and the maximum
number of species belonging to each habitat is identified.
The project area is located outside any conventional protected area (national park,
wildlife sanctuary or game reserve) declared under the Baluchistan Wildlife Protection
Act, 1974.
4.4.1 Flora
The project area is characterised by low rainfall, high summer temperatures,

poor soil and low diversity of plant species. This type of climate hardly supports
any appreciable vegetation. However, irrigation system introduced in the project
area has altered the ecological conditions of this area.

In general the native vegetation is xerophytic, sparse and of low economic

value. The primary natural influence on the vegetation is the low rainfall. The
common vegetation species recorded in the project area and adjoining areas are
listed below in Table 4.6.
Table 4.6 Floral Species Observed During the Site Visit in Project Area
Family Name
Local Name Life-Form Life-Span
Plant Specie
Cyperaceae
Cyperus rotundus Kabuh Sedge Perennial
Cyperus specie Sedge Perennial
Poaceae
Cynodon dactylon Chhabar Grass Perennial
Dactyloctenium
Gandheer Gaah Grass Annual
aegyptium
Desmostachya bippinata Drabh Grass Perennial
Eragrostis minor Makhni Gaah Grass Annual
Ochthochloa compressa Gandheer Gaah Grass Perennial
Oryza sativa Saari Grass Annual
Panicum antidotale Jhim Grass Perennial
Phragmites karka naaro Grass Perennial
Saccharum bengalense Booro Grass Perennial
Setaria ipalica Bajari Grass Annual
Sorghum bicolor Jowar Grass Annual
Triticum aestivum Gandum Grass Annual
Veazea nays Makae Grass Annual
Aizoaceae
Limeum indicum Dhoor Chhapri Herb Annual
Zelya petandra Wasanh/Waho Herb Annual
Asclepiadaceae
Calotropis procera Ak Shrub Perennial
Asteraceae
Conyza canadensis Gidar Buti Herb Annual
Eclipta alba Daryi Booti Herb Annual
Heliantbus annuus Soooraj Mukhi Shrub Perennial
Launaea procumbens Bhattar Herb Perennial
Xanthium indicum Bhurt Shrub Annual
Boraginaceae
Cordia myxa Lesuro Small tree Perennial
Heliotropium europeum Uth Charo Herb Annual
Capparidaceae
Cleome scaposa Khathoori Herb Annual
Chenopodiaceae
Saueda nudiflora Lano Sub-shrub Semi-perennial
Saueda fruticosa Lani Sub-shrub Semi-perennial
Convolvulaceae
Cressa cretica Oin Herb Annual

Family Name
Local Name Life-Form Life-Span
Plant Specie
Climbing
Convolvulus arvensis Naro Annual
herb
Prostrate
Cucumis melo Mitero Annual
herb
Euphorbiaceae
Euphorbia birta Kheer Wal Herb Annual
Fabaceae
Albaji maurorum Kandero Sub-shrub Perennial
Dalbergia sisso Taari Tree Perennial
Liliaceae
Allium cepa Peyaz Herb Annual
Malvaceae
Abutilon indicum Pat Teer Shrub Perennial
Mimosaceae
Acacia nilotica Sindhi Babur Tree Perennial
Albizia lebbeck Sarianh Tree Perennial
Prosopis cineraria Kandi Tree Perennial
Prosopis juliflora Devi Shrub Perennial
Molluginaceae
Glinus Herb Perennial
Rhamnaceae
Zizyphus mauritiana Jhangoori Ber Shrub Perennial
Solanaceae
Lycopersicom
Tamator Shrub Annual
sesculeupum
Solamun melonjina Wagan Shrub Annual
Solanum surattense Kanderi Wal Sub-shrub Annual
Tamaricaceae
Tamarix aphylla Lawo Tree Perennial
Tamarix indica Laie Large shrub Perennial
Verbenacea
Phyla domingenasis Pan Rush Perennial
Typha elephantina Pan Rush Perennial
Zygophyllaceae
Fagonia indica Dramaho Herb Annual
Fagonia bruuieri Dramaho Herb Annual

Calotropis procera Tamarix indica
Albaji maurorum Prosopis juliflora

Some of the photographs of existing flora in project area
4.4.2 Fauna
The fauna of Dera Murad Jamali predominately belongs to Palaearctic

zoogeographical region. However, some avian species of Oriental region are
also noticed here. Table 4.7 shows list of birds, mammals and reptiles observed
during the site visit in the project area.
Table 4.7 List of Birds, Mammals and Reptiles Observed during the Site Visit in the Project Area
Sr.
Common Name Scientific name
No.
Birds
1 Black Crowned Finch Lark Eremopterix nigriceps
2 Black Kite Milvus migrans
3 Blue Rock Pigeon Columba livia
4 Cattle Egret Bubulcus ibis
5 Common Myna/ Indian Myna Acridotheres tristis
6 Desert Wheatear Oenanthe deserti

Sr.
Common Name Scientific name
No.
7 Hoopoe Upupa epops
8 House Crow Corvus splendens
9 House Sparrow Passer domesticus
10 Hume‟s Wheatear Oenanthe alboniger
11 Pied Bushchat Saxicola caprata
12 Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis
13 Purple Sunbird Nectarinia asiatica
14 Red-vented Bulbul Pycnonotus cafer
15 Red-wattled Lapwing Hoplopterus indicus
16 White-breasted Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis
17 White-cheeked Bulbul Pycnonotus leucogenys
18 White / Pied Wagtail Motacilla alba
Mammals
19 Asiatic Jackal Canis aurius
20 Five Stripped Palm Squirrel Funambulus pennant
21 Indian Desert Jird Meriones hurrionae
22 Indian Gerbil Tatera indica
23 Long-eared Hedgehog Hemiechinus auritus
24 House Mouse Mus musculus
25 Little Indian Field Mouse Mus booduga
Reptiles
26 Brilliant Agama Trapelus (Agama) agilis
isolepis
27 Indian Monitor Varanus bengalensis
28 Saw Scaled Viper Echis carinatus
29 Glossy Bellied Racer Coluber ventromaculatus
30 Garden Lizard Calotes versicolor

Flock of little egret at Put Feeder Canal Indian Pond Heron
Bay Backed Shrike Black Drongo
4.5 SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT
This section deals with the social conditions of the project area. During the desk/ office
study, available reports/ documents were comprehensively studied. During the field
survey consultation with the residents, shopkeepers, pedestrians and drivers were
carried out and observations were taken after giving due consideration to the desk study
results.
4.5.1 Social Organisation
Social organisation in the area is tribal. Tribe is the major entity which provides
identity, security and rights to individuals and families and who in return sow
their allegiance to their leader. A tribe is a segmentary organisation of kinship
groups consisting of many lineages and each lineage consisting of many agnatic
groups. Each agnatic group has its own leader, who is also the village headman
and is consulted for conflict or dispute resolution. Every lineage has one leader,
who is recognised by all of the constituent agnatic groups. The jurisdiction of
the tribal leader is extended to all areas inhabited or controlled by his tribe, and
also to other smaller tribal groups or lineages in the area.

The District Nasirabad is subdivided into 4 Tehsils and 24 Union Councils.
4.5.2 Demographics Characteristics of the Project Area
According to the Census of 1998, the reported population of district Nasirabad

was 245 thousand and the designated annual growth rate was calculated to be
3.86%. The population growth is moderately high as compared to other districts
of Baluchistan. Between the Censuses of 1961 and 1972, the population annual
growth increased by 6.3%, between 1972 and 1981 it increased to the highest
level of 13.6% and between 1981 and 1998 a massive decrease was observed in
the population growth rate, where it went down to 3.86% in 1998. By applying
the annual growth rate (3.86%) of Census 1998, the projected population in
2016 is estimated to be 485 thousand.
The total area of the district is 3,387 square kilometers, which gives population
density of 73 persons per square kilometer in 1998 and population density of
144 persons per square kilometer in 2016 indicating a fast growth rate of the
district.
Dera Murad Jamali covers an area of1,986 km2. The total population of Dera
Murad Jamali is 157,429, out of which 82,627 are males and 74,802 are females
according to the housing census of 1998. According to the 1998 census, the
male-female ratio is 1.10:1 i.e. there are 110 men to every 100 women.
Table 4.8 gives population and annual growth rate since 1951 of district.
Table 4.8 Population and Growth Rate of District Nasirabad
Description 1951 1961 1972 1981 1998

Population (in 000‟s) n/a n/a n/a 128 246
Average Annual Growth Rate (%) - - 6.3 13.6 3.86
Source: Nasirabad District Development Profile 2011
A. Rural and Urban Distributions
Over the period of time, the urban population has a low proportion in the
total population close to 16% in Census of 1998, whereas it was reported
high (27%) in Census of 1981. Majority of the population in Nasirabad
district lives in rural areas (about 84%). According to the 1998 Population
Census, female population has equal portion in both rural and urban
population i.e., about 47%. A narrow difference between gender ratio
among the genders was noticed both in the rural and urban areas.

The local government institutions in urban areas of district Nasirabad

include the Municipal Committees, headed by chairman and ward
members and their size depend on the number of people living in the area.
The Government is represented by one Chief Officer, who assists the
chairman and members in routine working. There is a special
representation of women, peasant/workers and minorities in the district.
B. Religion
There is 99% Muslim population and 1% Non-Muslim Population. The

majority of people living in Nasirabad district belong to the Sunni sect of
Islam. The Shia population is very small in number. They are less than
one-tenth of the overall population.
C. Mother Tongue
Balochi and Sindhi are the major languages spoken in the district followed
by Brahvi and Sairaki. Urdu is used as a medium of education and as
means of communication between people with different ethnic
backgrounds. There is also a small number of Pushto and Punjabi speaking
population in the district.
D. Races and Tribes
Nasirabad District has an ethnically heterogeneous population. Major

Baloch tribes of the district are Umrani, Khosa, Bijarani, Kanrani, Gajani,
Nindwani, Bajkani and Jamali. Major ethnic group is the Baloch followed
by Jamoot (Jat), Brahvi, Sindhi and Saraiki. Umrani is the economically
and politically influenced Baloch tribe: speaks Sindhi and Balochi.
E. Sex Ratio
Number of males for every 100 females was 111 as recorded in 1981, 1998
Census in the district. The ratio is projected to 111 per 100 females for
2010.
F. Marital Status
As per projected data for 2010, 19 percent of the total population was
never married, 77 percent married, 4 percent widowed/divorced. About
86% of the women of reproductive age (15-49 years) were married, and of
these married women, 81% had children.
Graph below shows percentage of population by Age and Sex.

4.5.3 Economic Conditions
Economy of the project area is dependent primarily on two occupations i.e.,

agriculture (maximum) and livestock (limited extent).
A. Agriculture
Agricultural activity in the project area started after the construction of Put
Feeder Canal in 1970, the activity emerged in the immediate vicinity of the
Canal. The entire area around the bypass is now cultivated by irrigation
supplies from Put Feeder Canal and Rabi Canals. This indicate the
importance of the agricultural sector in the project area. The existing
standards and the management levels of agriculture in the project area are
very low. As a result the present subsistent agriculture does not produce
enough to meet the food and financial requirements of the farm population.
Put Feerder Canal at Dera Murad Jamali

B. Livestock
Livestock is an important asset for the poor, particularly the landless and
farmers. In the project area, the communities near flocks of goats, cows
and sheep for commercial reasons and donkeys for water collection.
In the livestock management, the entire family participate except for those
keeping large herds, which employ wage paid workers on monthly wages
fixed for cow and goat/sheep.
4.5.4 Communications
Railways
The length of railway track is 39 kilometers and there are three railway stations:
Notal, Mangoli and Dera Murad Jamali in Nasirabad. The regular stop for
passengers express trains is at Dera Murad Jamali. Nasirabad has a place for
helicopter landings but there is no regular airway service. The nearest airport is
in Jacobabad (35 km).
Railway Track at Project Area
Roads
As compared to other provinces, Baluchistan has low road density. Though

much of the Public Sector Development Programs' yearly allocations have gone
to road sector, situation on ground till doesn't look much promising. The
investment appears to have not produced the desired results due to two main
reasons: (i) very large area and improper selection of roads for construction
keeping in view requirement of its productive sectors, (ii) poor quality
construction that lasts hardly a few years. Black topped road density per square
kilometer is 0.12 and that of shingle is 0.07. The total length of roads in
Nasirabad is 664 km, out of which, 413 km is black topped road (metalled road).
Major portion of the total roads comprises of metalled roads. Length of shingle
roads remained stagnant at 252 km. The condition of the shingle roads is also
not good. Many of them are neither flat nor covered with rounded pebbles. The
table given below gives the length of various roads in District Nasirabad.

Table 4.9 Road Type and Length
(Kilometer)
Length by Surface Type Black Topped Shingle Total Length
2002 490 252 742
2010 413 251 664
4.5.5 Educational Facilities
The District Education Department is headed by a District Education Officer

(DEO) supported by two District Officers (a male and a female each), Deputy
District Officers and Assistant District Officers (ADOs), who maintain close
contact with the (head) teachers. According to official statistics collected
through Annual School Census, the overall student population in 434 public
primary, middle and high schools is 28,934, whereas, 647 students were enrolled
in colleges, of which, 565 were boys and 82 were girls. As per BEMIS school
census 2009-10, there are 399 primary schools (270 male and 129 female), 21
middle schools (15 male and 6 female), 14 high schools (13 male and 1 female)
and 1 Degree College (male only) in government sector. Table 4.10 shows
enrolment in government schools by gender and level.
Table 4.10 Enrolment on Government Schools by gender and Level-Year wise
2004-05 2009-10
Institute Type
Male Female Total Male Female Total
Primary Section 13,380 6,268 19,648 17,912 7,595 25,507
Middle Section 1,447 368 1,815 1,825 482 2,307
High Section 572 141 713 917 203 1120
Inter Colleges 232 0 232 0 0 0
Degree Colleges 0 0 0 565 82 647
Total 15,631 6,777 22,408 21,219 8,362 29,581
4.5.6 Health Facilities
The highly subsidized public healthcare system is major provider of curative and
preventive care services to the local population. The health facility infrastructure
in District Nasirabad includes:1 Hospitals, 3 Rural Health Centres (RHCs), 14
Basic Health Units (BHUs), 9 Civil Dispensaries (CDs), 3 Maternal and Child
Health Centres (MCHCs) 1 TB Clinic, 1 School Health Unit and 1 Health
Auxiliary unit. There are 50 beds out of which 30 are present in RHCs. The
community visits the District Head Quarter (DHQ) hospital and nearest BHU
and the government clinic and private clinic at Dera Murad Jamali.

Apart from the above health facilities, there is one non-functional Basic Health
Unit and two under construction health facilities (1 CD and 1 MCH Centre) in
the district. Moreover there is also a jail dispensary. The public-sector healthcare
system suffers from governance, funding, staffing and resource limitations.
4.5.7 Social/ Impact Assessment Survey of Project Area
A social/ impact assessment survey was carried out in the project area to identify
the impacts and their magnitudes on the affected population. Efforts were made
to consult maximum number of stakeholders, which included shop keepers,
residents, pedestrians and drivers, etc. The purpose of this survey was to get
response about the perceived impacts and preferences towards the project
implementation. Efforts were made to include the majority of the population in
the sample and contact the maximum population during the survey.
Survey Results
The findings of the social survey are described below;

 Most of the people of the project area were found to be aware of the need
of the project considering the situation of traffic congestion at Dera Murad
Jamali;
 Majority of the respondents contacted favoured the construction of the
Bypass but at the same time demanded the fair and transparent
compensation of their lost properties;
 The average working hours of the shop keepers were reported from 8 to 10
hours daily;
 Majority of the respondents contacted were between the age groups of 25
to 30 years, to be mature enough to give some response about the project
implementation;
 Most of the respondents interviewed were associated with the profession
of shop keeping running their shops in Dera Murad jamali during the day
hours;
 The average household size was reported between 6 to 7 persons per
household depending upon the number of family members living together;
 Disturbance of business, access problem for the customers, dust and noise
problems were identified as the major problems during the project
implementation; and
 The main protective measures suggested by the respondents include the
timely completion of the project, regular sprinkling of water at the
construction site to control the dust emissions and proper compensation of
the lost assets.

Section 5 Project Alternatives
SECTION 5
5.PROJECT ALTERNATIVES
5.1 GENERAL
It is very important to evaluate different alternatives to arrive at the best possible

option. Different alternatives that were evaluated are briefed as follow:
5.2 NO PROJECT
According to the Traffic Projection Survey it is estimated that in the future years more
and more people will be using the N-65. Without the Project bypass the existing road
from Sukkur to Quetta (N-65) will continue to be the main transportation corridor in
the area. Traffic volume on the existing N-65 (National Highway) is anticipated to
increase with the passage of time, as indicated from the traffic projection survey.
Traffic congestion is expected to increase in the future and road conditions are expected
to deteriorate due to ever increasing traffic volume.
Therefore, the “No Project” conditions will result in further worsening of the present
environmental conditions and increased disturbance to residents of the area and the
road users. Socio-economic conditions will also deteriorate due to lack of proper link
between Sindh and other provinces. The effect of “no build” alternative for N-65 would
therefore result in longer travelling times and accidents due to the shorter width of the
existing road.
5.3 ALTERNATE TRANSPORT MODES
The alternate transport modes include railways, air travel and other access roads. Air
access from Sukkur to the other parts of the country is already available and the people
of Dera Murad Jamali and surrounding areas use N-65 for access to the Sukkur Airport.
Rail track bound for Karachi and Quetta already passes along the road but this option
cannot be considered as an alternate keeping in view the traffic pattern and connectivity
with surrounding areas.
5.4 IMPROVEMENT OF EXISTING CARRIAGEWAY
In terms of the movement of people and goods, road transportation facilitates majority
of travellers in the Project Area. Further improvement of the road system will enhance
economic development by providing reliable corridor for the movement of goods and

Section 5 Project Alternatives
passengers to and from other provinces. For this and other reasons, the
implementation of the Project is the only viable solution for reducing traffic
congestion and providing safe and good quality route for movement of people and
goods. Different options for the proposed route were examined as discussed below:
(i) Improve the existing road with the same alignment by widening on both
sides
(ii) Upgrade the existing 2 lane road into 4 lane dual carriageway by
extending on both sides from centreline of the existing road; and
(iii) Construct a bypass around the Dera Murad Jamali city
The most feasible option was selected by considering following factors:

 Potential environmental and social impacts;
 Capital and recurrent cost;
 Environmental mitigation costs and benefits.
The third option was selected by considering the above mentioned factors and the
bypass will be constructed. This alternative has the advantage of enhanced safety
during construction and operational stages, and less disruption to the passing
traffic during construction. It will also minimise resettlement of structures, trees and
other utilities. Provision of new bypass at Dera Murad Jamali will facilitate the traffic.
Its merits are discussed in section 5.5 hereafter.
First option was rejected because of the disturbance to the moving traffic during
construction. Also there will be more disturbances to the people living in the vicinity of
the project area if construction on both sides is initiated simultaneously.
Second option was not selected due to the increased resettlement of structures, trees and
other utilities. In this case project cost will also increase, which will be an unnecessary
burden on the national exchequer.
5.5 PROVISION OF BYPASS AT DERA MURAD JAMALI
Bypasses are used to either shorten the travelling time on the highway route or to
specifically reroute traffic away from the existing cities/towns and commercial areas to
provide safety to the citizens living in the cities/towns. NHA has decided to provide a
bypass around Dera Murad Jamali so that the traffic moving between Sukkur and
Quetta can move without any hindrance. Traffic projection survey shows that traffic on
this important route will increase in the coming years. Provision of the bypass will also
facilitate the residents of Dera Murad Jamali who are vulnerable due to the passing of
high traffic volume within the city.

Section 6 Public Consultation
SECTION 6
6.PUBLIC CONSULTATION
6.1 GENERAL
This section describes the outcome of the public consultation sessions held with
different stakeholders that may be affected by the proposed project. Public consultation
is a mandatory part of the EIA process for development projects. The adequacy of the
public consultation and information disclosure is one of the basic criteria used to
determine the project compliance with the national / international safeguard policies.
The consultation process was carried out in accordance with the requirements of
Pakistan Environmental Assessment Procedures. The objectives of this process were to:
a) Involve all stakeholders, especially Project Affected Persons (PAPs), in the

consultative and participative process;
b) Share information with stakeholders on the design and construction of the
proposed project and anticipated impacts on the physical, biological and socio-
economic environment of the proposed project area;
c) Understand stakeholders' concerns regarding various aspects of the project,
including the existing available facilities and problems, construction of the
proposed project and the likely impacts of construction and operation related
activities of the proposed project;
d) Understand the perceptions, assessment of social impacts and concerns of the
Project Affected Persons (PAPs) / communities in the vicinity of the proposed
project;
e) Provide an opportunity to the public in the public consultation session to
provide valuable suggestions for the project design in a positive manner; and
f) Reduce the chances of conflict through the identification of controversial
issues, and consult them to find up to standard solutions.
6.2 IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN STAKEHOLDERS
Stakeholders are those who have a direct or indirect interest in project development,
and who will be involved in the consultative process. During the field survey,
significant efforts were made to contact maximum household residing and shop owners
running their business within the proposed ROW of the project to identify the possible
categories of direct stakeholders and their stakes. The stakeholders identified during
field survey are the Project Affected Persons (PAPS) which consist of private land and
structure (shop) owners, shopkeepers (renters), local residents, pedestrian, factory
owners, school and hospital management, travellers and drivers. All the stakeholders
had different type of stakes and apprehension according to their professions and were
listed down along with their apprehensions.

a) Consultation and Participation Process
For ascertaining the perceptions of different stakeholders about the project (during
construction/operation) consultation meetings were held with them. These
meetings were held in an open atmosphere, in which participants expressed their
views freely. Informal group discussions and gender consultation meetings were
also held, as an additional tool for the assessment of the perceptions of the
stakeholders.
b) Methods of Public Consultation
Public Consultation was carried out in order to establish stakeholder's opinion

regarding project implementation. The following methods were used for public
consultation with project stakeholders.
 Scoping Sessions
 Formal Meetings
 Informal Group Meetings
c) Categories of Stakeholders Contacted
The contacted stakeholders belonging to different categories are shown in Table

6.1.
Table 6.1 Stakeholders Contacted in the Project Area
Sr. No. Stakeholder Category
1 PAPs (private land & shop owners)

2 Shopkeepers (renters)
3 Local residents
4 Pedestrians
5 Drivers / Travellers
6 Hospitals
7 Factory owners
8 Schools
9 Students

d) Major Stakeholders and their Apprehensions
During socioeconomic baseline survey, among all stakeholders some major

stakeholders were identified in the proposed project area. Plate 6.1 shows the
Interviews, and informal group discussions with the stakeholders. The following
Table 6.2 contains the list of major stakeholders and their apprehensions.
Table 6.2 Major Stakeholders and their Apprehensions in the Project Area
Sr. No. Stakeholders Apprehensions
PAPs (legal title holders of land & structures) will lose their land
and shops due to land acquisition for the proposed project, which
1 PAPs
will ultimately result in permanent physical and economical
displacement of the PAPs, loss of business, family disturbance
Permanent economical displacement, noise, air pollution, odour

Shopkeepers issue, access problem for customers, reduction in number of
2
(renters) customers and income during construction, disturbance of utilities,
security/ safety issues, loss of business, family disturbance
Noise, air pollution, dust, access problem for patients and doctors,
reducing the number of patients, discomfort for the indoor patients,
3 Hospitals
issue of parking of vehicles, disturbance of utilities, security/ safety
issues, business decline.
Noise, air pollution, dust, access problem for the students &
Schools &
4 teachers, issue of parking of vehicles in the peak hours, disruption
colleges
of utilities, safety issues & disruption in the classes & studies.
Dust and noise pollution, privacy / safety issues, disturbance of

Local utilities, traffic and lightening associated with construction
5
Residents activities on the residents living near the project area that can cause
disturbances and stress, disturbance in movement.
During construction period pedestrians will face

6 Pedestrians difficulties while walking to nearby places existing in the vicinity
of proposed project area
Drivers / During construction period passengers will face difficulties

7
Passengers while travelling, wastage of time and fuel

Plate 6.1 Interviews and Group Discussions with Stakeholders
6.3 CONSULTATION MEETINGS AND FORMAL AND INFORMAL GROUP

DISCUSSIONS
Consultation meetings and informal group discussions regarding project impacts and
their probable mitigation measures were held with the PAPs (private land and shop
owners), local residents, shop keepers (renters), pedestrian, passengers, management of
District Headquarter Hospital Dera Murad Jamali and Al-Huda Public School.
Generally, it was found during the consultation process that people were already aware
of the proposed project. After the meetings with PAPs and other stakeholders, majority
of the respondents (95%) during sample survey showed their support for the proposed
project provided that proper compensation is paid for the loss of their land and land
based assets. This project will be beneficial not only for income generating activities
but also good for easement to traffic which is high traffic blockage area on N-65
highway and for the development of the area.

Figure 6.1 Group Photo with management and students of Al-Huda Public School DMJ
Figure 6.2 Discussion with Medical Superintendent of DHQ Hospital DMJ
6.4 SCOPING SESSIONS
Scoping sessions were conducted with the shop owners, shop keepers (renters) local
residents, pedestrians and passengers.
PAPs demanded that they must be properly compensated for their physical and
economical displacement with some additional allowances so that they could improve
or at least restore their living standards up to prior level of the project.

6.5 CONCERNS / APPREHENSIONS OF THE STAKEHOLDERS
The most common suggestions proposed during the meetings are listed below:
 Commencement of the proposed project will cause permanent physical and
economical displacement of the local residents residing within the proposed
RoW. Local residents (affectees by land and structures) will lose their land and
housing structures and will suffer from permanent physical and economical
displacement that's why owners of land and structures must be compensated on
the basis of current market rates.
 Local residents (affectees by land and structures) demanded that criteria of
payments should be translucent and fair;
 As local residents (affectees by land and structures) are going to lose their land
and housing structures so they suggested that besides compensation based on
current market rates, some additional allowances should also be paid to them
owing to their physical and economical displacement;
 Avoid dumping construction material openly;
 Adopt measures to minimize dust, smoke, and noise pollution, and to control
spillages from construction machine;
 Waste / debris produced during the construction due to construction of the road
should be disposed of properly;
 Construction site should be fenced with the corrugated iron sheets to control the
noise and dust emissions and other hazards;
 Sprinkling of water should be regular in the morning, noon and evening on the
daily basis;
 Utilities disturbed at the site should be restored as early as possible;
 Cutting of trees should be avoided at the maximum level;
 Efforts should be made to transplant the trees according to the available
facilities;
 Proper compensation should be paid to the affectees for the loss of their
properties;
 Criteria of payments to the affectees should be transparent and fair; and
 Local residents should be given priority in jobs during the construction phase;
 Increase in traffic and safety hazards will create problems to local population
and surrounding communities. Accordingly, a detailed health and safety plan
must be developed to mitigate the construction and operation risks of the
proposed project on the local residents and surrounding communities.

6.6 MITIGATION MEASURES FOR ADDRESSING THE STAKEHOLDERS'

CONCERNS
The contractors and design consultants may include the following environmental and
safety provisions in the project design in order to protect the surrounding communities
from the anticipated impacts of pre and post construction activities:
 Significant efforts including change in design should be adopted to minimize
the physical and economical displacement of the PAPs ( legal title holders of
land & structures);
 Local residents should be given priority while hiring during construction and
operation phase of the proposed project;
 All efforts should be espoused to save existing plantation; A tree plantation
programme to compensate for the anticipated loss of vegetation during the
construction activities, and to help abate pollution caused by emissions, dust,
and noise during the operation;
 Construction machinery should be placed at adequate locations away from the
sensitive areas to minimize the impacts related to the dust & noise;
 Project site will be fenced with corrugated iron sheets to minimize the level of
noise and dust on the surrounding areas;
 Project facilities should be located outside the existing residential areas. In
order to avoid restricting the mobility of the local stakeholders, construction
vehicles should remain confined within their designated areas of movement;
 The utilities to be shifted due to the implementation of the proposed project
should be rehabilitated on priority basis to minimize the impacts on the
stakeholders;
 NHA will make sure the payment for the acquisition of properties;
 Solid waste generated during construction at site should be disposed of safely at
the waste disposal sites approved by the District Government; and
 All necessary measures should be taken to ensure the safety of traffic during
construction, including barricades (including signs boards, pavement markings,
flags, and lights). All such barricades will be set up to facilitate the local traffic.
6.7 OTHER STAKEHOLDERS
In addition to holding consultation meetings with communities, meetings with

community and members of local and provincial government and NGOs were also
deemed essential. All the stakeholders were given maximum project information
verbally and were shown map of the area in detail. Their concerns and suggestions
were heard which are reproduced below. A list of these stakeholders is provided in
Table 5.3.

Proceedings of the meeting with DC Nasirabad and Executive District Officer (EDO)
Forest & Wildlife are presented below. The rest of the meetings were mostly of the sort
of information collection and dissemination.
a) Deputy Commissioner (DC), District Nasirabad
As the project area lies under the Nasirabad District, the DC was approached and
the proposed project was discussed in detail.
Briefing and Discussion
The environmental specialist paid a customary visit on Dr. Muhammad Yasir

Bazai at his office.
He was informed with the help of project‟s area map about the proposed activities.
He spoke at length about the development activities in the area. He expressed
some concerns regarding the projects, which are discussed below.
The contractor should employ local people during the project execution, thereby
ensuring maximum project benefits for the local communities. He also
emphasized on the need to provide trainings to the unskilled workers so that in
future locals may also be hired for skilled jobs. He also stressed that the project
alignment should pass through uncultivated land so that the land would be
acquired at low cost and making project more beneficial to locals.
DC welcomed the project initiation and termed the consultation as a very

meaningful and healthy activity.
Figure 6.3 View of Discussion with Deputy Commissioner Nasirabad

b) Executive District Officer, Forest and Wildlife Department Baluchistan
A consultation meeting was held with Executive District Officer of Forest and
Wildlife departments, Baluchistan at his office in Dera Murad Jamali. He was
informed about the proposed project. He informed that the proposed location of
the plant does not fall in any wildlife protected area or protected forest and
therefore the department has no objection or concern related to the project.
However he suggested that the natural vegetation and wildlife in the area should
be protected adopting proper mitigation measures.
Figure 6.4 Group Photo with Executive District Officer Wildlife & Forest
Other Meetings
Similarly consultation meetings with Sub Division Officer (SDO) QESCO

(Operation), Sub Division Officer (SDO) SSGC, Secretary Market Committee,
Executive Engineer Irrigation and Power Department, Sub Division Officer
(SDO) C&W, Medical Superintendent DHQ Hospital and Mr. Tarra Chan
(District Head of Local Minorities) were held. They were informed about the
proposed activities. None of the consulted stakeholders showed any
apprehension about the proposed activities. All of them raised common concerns
and suggestions which were:
 The proponent should respect local cultural environment
 The proponent must give preference to the locals in employment; and
 The proponent should consider investing in social infrastructure for the
locals.

Key Findings and Issues
 People have hopes that the proponent and its contractors would employ
locals during the project. However, locals know their limitations, as they
are mostly illiterate and unskilled.
 Most of the communities and to some extent the local influential people
are not concerned over the environmental issues. They are mostly
interested in getting maximum benefits in terms of employment, local
market boom and community development programmes.
 The biggest aspiration of locals can be easily identified as
„employment‟.
Table 6.3 List of Stakeholders
Sr.
Stakeholder Name Organization Designation
No.
Deputy
1 Dr. Muhammad Yasir Bazai District Government
Commissioner
Forest & Wildlife
Executive District
2 Mr. Naeem Javaid Department
Officer (EDO)
Baluchistan
Sub Divisional
3 Mr. Muhammad Waryam Manjho QESCO (Operation),
Officer (SDO)
Sui Southern Gas Sub Divisional
4 Mr. Hadayat Ullah Khoso
Company, Officer (SDO)
Secretary Market
5 Mr. Muhammad Aslam Laghari District Government
Committee
Irrigation and Power
6 Engr. Ghulam Sarwar Executive Engineer
Department
Communications & Sub Divisional
7 Engr. Muhammad Farooq Tareen
Works Department Officer (SDO)
Medical
8 Dr. Mahmood Umrani DHQ Hospital
Superintendent
9 Mr. Tarra Chan District Government Head of Minorities

Figure 6.5 Group photo with Sub Divisional Officer C&W Dept.
Figure 6.6 Secretry Market Committee expressing his views

Figure 6.7 Head of Local Minorities giving his remarks
Figure 6.8 A view of discussion with Sub Divisional Officer SSGC
6.8 DETAILS OF MEETINGS WITH THE STAKEHOLDERS OF THE

PROJECT AREA
In addition to the previously discussed commonly raised concerns, there were certain
issues at the project site which were raised by the respondents. The detailed schedule of
meetings at site with the stakeholders and the issues raised by them is given in Table
6.4.

Table 6.4 Schedule of Meetings With Stakeholders, Their Concerns/Apprehensions & Suggestions
Sr. No. of
Date Time Venue Concerns/Apprehensions Raised Suggestions
No. Participants
 In the origination of the proposed  Local resident who will suffer
project local residents will suffer from physical and economical
from physical and economical displacement must be
displacement. compensated on the basis of
 Privacy Issues were also raised by current market rate for their land
local residents during the and land based assets. Criteria of
construction of the proposed project payments to the affectees should
due to the movement of labour. be translucent and fair.
 Exposure of noise and dust particles  As a solution labour should bound
will cause disturbance and health to work and stay in the designated
issues to the local residents area or camp sites.
Local throughout the construction stage  The effects of noise and dust
due to the movement of pollution on the local residents
Residents construction machinery and should be minimized by making
12:30
1 7/2/2019 (Shopkeepers, 15 transportation of construction necessary arrangements. Dust
PM materials. pollution should be controlled by
shop owners,  Some respondents expressed that water smattering on daily basis.
pedestrians) they do not trust on local  So they demanded that criteria of
government in terms of dealing payments should be fair.
with fair compensation.  Proper diversion route rather than
 Traffic will be congested on the access road should be provided to
access road and main road during minimize the traffic problems of
the construction phase of the the people during the construction
proposed project as no alternate stage.
route is available. It will be difficult  Local residents should be given
for all local residents to react their preference for jobs during
designations and more time will be construction and operation phase.
consumed.  Solid waste produced should be
 Due to lack of educational properly managed and disposed in
attainment, majority of local an identified designated area.

Sr. No. of
No. Participants
residents are working as daily wage  Appropriate detour plan should be
labour. developed to avoid the disruption
 Solid waste produced during of pedestrians due to use of heavy
construction period is a major machinery in day timings and
concern of many stakeholders. should avoid disturbance for the
 Due to the construction of the local residents living in the
proposed project, public utilities project vicinity.
will be disturbed.  Efforts should be made to
 During construction period complete the construction period.
pedestrians will face difficulties  Government should provide the
while walking to nearby places in basic facilities like safe drinking
the vicinity of proposed project water as well as the educational
area. and medical facilities in the
 The project is a good step for the proposed project area.
development of the proposed  Accordingly a detailed health and
project area. safety plan must be developed and
 No proper educational, medical and implemented to mitigate the
safe drinking water facilities are construction and operation risks
available in the project area. of the proposed project on the
 Increase in traffic and safety local residents and surrounding
hazards will create problems to communities.
local population and surrounding
communities.
 Dust & noise problems during  Dust & noise problems during
Management construction stage. Construction stage can be
1:00
2 7/2/2019 of Al-Huda 11  Positive impact during operation minimized through water
PM stage. sprinkling on daily basis.
Public School  Project should be completed in-
time.

Sr. No. of
No. Participants
Management
of District  Traffic would be choked due to  Project should complete well in
2:00 school and office hours at the time.
3 7/2/2019 Headquarter 6 Highway.  Water should be sprinkled
PM
Hospital Dera  Dust & noise problem during the regularly to control the dust
construction period. emission
Murad Jamali
 Efforts should be made to avoid

Management  Land acquisition land acquisition. If land
of Market  Dust & noise problems during acquisition is unavoidable than
12:00 construction stage. market based compensation
4 8/2/2019 Committee 15  Positive impact during operation should be paid;
PM
and Terminal stage.  Dust & noise problems during
 Project should be completed in- construction stage can be
Manager time. minimized through water
sprinkling on daily basis.
 Efforts should be made to avoid
Management  Land acquisition
land acquisition. If land
of  Dust & noise problems during acquisition is unavoidable than
1:00 construction stage.
5 8/2/2019 Trucking 6 market based compensation
PM  Positive impact during operation should be paid.
Station stage.  Water sprinkling on daily basis.
 Project should be completed in-
time.

6.9 GRIEVANCES REDRESSAL MECHANISM (GRM)
Grievances Redressal Mechanism is an integral part of the proposed project planning

and implementation mechanism. It aims at addressing public grievances arising from
the work and work related activities. Following are the specific objectives of
establishing Grievances Redress Mechanism;
 Ensure better safeguard mechanism for implementation of project;

 Resolve environmental and social grievances in the project area;
 Build up relationship of trust between the project proponent and the affected
parties;
 Ensure transparency in dealing amongst stakeholders including affected
parties through a proper communication mechanism.
The major objective of GRM is to establish, implement and maintain a procedure for
handling environmental and social concerns of the project stakeholders and affected.
The procedure will include a redressal mechanism scaled to project‟s identified risks
and adverse impacts, focusing on stakeholders.
6.10 GRIEVANCES REDRESSAL COMMITTEE (GRC)
The project proponent will establish a Grievances Redress Committee (GRC) to

facilitate resolution of complaints of the Stakeholders, Affected People (AP) and
grievances relating to environmental performance of the project. The GRC will address
affected people concerns and complaints promptly using an understandable and
transparent process. The terms of functioning of GRC will be as follows;
a) Provide support to the affected persons and stakeholders in solving the
problems;
b) Resolve grievances preferably on the first day of hearing or within a period of
one week, in case of complicated issues may require additional time;
c) Provide information to Project Director on serious cases at the earliest and
advise on remedial measures or actions to avoid further grievances
d) Coordinate with the Affected Person (AP) and concerned parties, getting
proper and timely information on the solution worked out for his /her
grievances;
e) Study the normal occurring grievances and advise Project Director on
remedial measures / actions to avoid further occurrences;
f) Create awareness of the Grievances Redressal Mechanism (GRM) through
public consultation leaflets.
GRC meetings will be held in NHA, PD Office or other locations agreed by the
committee. If needed GRC members will conduct field visits to verify and review the
issues at dispute.

6.11 COMPOSITION OF GRIEVANCES REDRESS COMMITTEE (GRC)
The GRC will directly work under the supervision of Director Environment (EALS).
The following members are recommended to form a GRC to resolve the grievances;
 Deputy Director Environment (EALS)

 Representative of Affected persons (APs)
 Environmental Engineer of Supervision Consultant
 Environmental Engineer of Construction Contractor
Deputy Director Environment (EALS) will act as Project Environmental Grievances

officer (PEGO) / Coordinator of the Grievances Redress Committee (GRC). He will
review the cases on merit and address the problem in accordance with prevailing rules /
procedures applicable to such grievances as per Environmental Management Plan
(EMP). The PEGO will refer then refer the case to GRC for final decision, whether to
update and make necessary amendment to EPM. The GRC will give its decision within
30 days of the registry of the complaint. The complainant can appeal to Director EALS
who should act on the complaint / grievance within two weeks of its filing. If the
Affected Person (AP) is not satisfied with the decision of redressal committee, he can
request the higher authorities / relevant govt. departments for its resolution. In this
regard, he may submit the complaint to Baluchistan EPA also.
The flow chart of the proposed redress mechanism is shown in Figure 6.9 on the next
page:
Figure 6.9 Flow Diagram of Proposed Redress Mechanism

6.12 PROCEDURE FOR FILING THE COMPLAINT
The Affected person (AP) / stakeholder may submit an application in the PD Office for
the redressal of his grievances. The PD will refer the matter to Director Environment
(EALS). Director Environment (EALS) will address the grievances preferably the same
day or he may take a maximum of one week to resolve the grievance. In case the
grievance is not addressed within a week time, the Affected Person (AP) may take the
matter to GRC.
There are several ways to approach GRC for the redressal of grievances;
 Contact the PEGO of GRC over phone apprising him of his /her grievances;
 Send an email or courier to the PEGO for taking up the matter in GRC.
GRC will investigate and review the grievance and convey the final decision to the AP.
In case the grievance is not related to the project, the GRC will not process it and
accordingly inform the grievant. All decision of the GRC will be conveyed to the
grievant in writing.
GRC can take up any matter of project related grievances for consideration of
resolution.

Section 7 Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures
SECTION 7
7.ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION
MEASURES
7.1 GENERAL
This section identifies the overall impacts of construction/ rehabilitation works on the
physical, biological and socio-economic environment of the Project Area. This
assessment also includes the impact of traffic volume due to improved road conditions.
In addition, it also narrates the measures that will mitigate the Project‟s adverse
environmental effects. Following is a description of the perceived environmental
impacts (positive/negative) of the Project with their proposed mitigation measures.
7.2 PROJECT CORRIDOR
The Project corridor is delineated according to two criteria: right of way (ROW); which
the NHA is legally entitled to, and Corridor of Impact (COI), i.e. the width of the
corridor that will be impacted, directly or indirectly, by the Project during the
construction and operational phases.
a) Project Right of Way (ROW)
The proposed Project corridor will have a well-defined ROW that will be 60
meters. Major construction works will generally remain confined within the
ROW. All the infrastructure and commercial activities within the proposed
ROW need to be relocated and have direct impact of the Project.
b) Corridor of Impact (COI)
Corridor of Impact (COI) was delineated as the extent, which has direct or
indirect impact of Project. Direct impacts of the Project, caused by relocation,
are envisioned within the ROW and indirect impacts, caused by noise, dust
emissions, camp sites and borrow sites could be beyond the ROW. After the
detail site visits, Indirect Corridor of Impact (COI) was defined as area covered
within 200 metres (100 metres on both sides of the Road section from its
centre).
7.3 PRE-CONSTRUCTION/ DESIGN PHASE
Following is the brief description of impacts envisaged during Pre-construction/ Design

phase:

7.3.1 Topography
The topography along the Project Area will change to some extent because of
construction of Project related structures such as embankments, culverts etc.
Visual changes to the topography will be of permanent and minor negative in
nature and do not require any mitigation measures, except that the Project design
should consider aesthetic concerns.
7.3.2 Land Acquisition and Clearing
The Project-impact related activities will be land acquisition and clearing of the
Right of Way (ROW) that will result in disturbance to the affected
residents of the Project Area. Land acquisition is mainly required for
construction of Dera Murad Jamali Bypass is 671,453.6 square meter.
This impact will be permanent and moderately negative in nature and

mitigation measures will involve careful alignment and route selection by
the designer to minimise the impact. Also adequate budget will be provided in
the Project cost for the compensation to the affected people as per Land
Acquisition Act, 1894.
Dera Murad Jamali Bypass is proposed for avoiding the traffic congestion and
blocking within the city due to excessive traffic movement. Its construction will
not only save the travelling time but will also be beneficial to the
citizens of Dera Murad Jamali City. Following are the associated merits of Dera
Murad Jamali Bypass:
 Time saving due to uninterrupted traffic;
 Safety of the citizens;
 Reduction in traffic congestion;
 Reduction in noise and air pollution; and
 Motivation to the travellers for using Project.
Following are the associated demerits of Dera Murad Jamali Bypass:

 Acquisition of additional land (additional funds required for
purchasing the land);
 Reduction in precious agricultural land (depletion of agricultural
activities);
 Unpleasant and non-compromising attitude of the affectees unless they
are properly compensated; and
 Property related issues due to division of land in two parts along the
proposed Bypass.
Due to these issues, proper mitigation measures should be suggested at the

Design stage so that the Bypass should be more and more beneficial.

7.3.3 Changes in Nearby Land Value
The proposed Project is expected to increase the land values, especially in areas
where no road infrastructure is present i.e. villages through which Dera Murad
Jamali Bypass is proposed to pass. Landowners will have an opportunity to sell
their land on increased prices and start a new business.
This Impact will be a major positive in nature.
7.3.4 Flora
The construction of the bypass may affect the ecological habitat of the area. This
impact will be permanent and moderate negative in nature.
Proposed mitigation measures include the following:

 Incorporate technical design to minimise removal of roadside plantation;
 Plan for compensatory and compulsory plantation for each felled
tree, 4 plants of similar floral function/type; and
 Disallow introduction of exotic species or species with known
environmental setbacks (e.g. Eucalyptus, Prosopic).
7.3.5 Change in Hydrologic Regime
As the proposed Road passes through the flood prone areas, it may result in
changing the hydrologic regime of the area, resulting in flood damages to
local community and the proposed road. Also flood flows may damage
structures or cause drainage problems in urban areas.
Possible impacts due to flood are temporary but may have significant adverse
(major negative) impacts, i.e. erosion of road surface; damage to the crops,
bridges etc. Mitigation measures will include:
 Provision of culverts to control flood damages and provision of safety
of embankments against floods; and
 Provision of sufficient sizes of drains to take design flows.
7.3.6 Waterlogging and Salinity
Considering the problem of waterlogging and salinity proper measures in the

immediate vicinity of the proposed road alignment is required because if no
mitigation is provided, the road may settle at certain locations. Embankments
can also weaken due to this phenomenon. This impact is permanent but
moderately adverse in nature. Mitigation measures will include:
 Provide drainage culverts at suitable locations in water logged areas and
 Ensure design of pavement by considering water logged areas

7.3.7 Resettlement Issues
Resettlement of the approximate 122 affectees will cast a negative impact on

their lives. They will have to shift their houses and business setups permanently.
This impact is permanent and moderate negative in nature. Mitigation measures
include:
 Avoiding relocation of settlements during design stage as much as possible
 Developing proper judicious compensation package for affectees
7.3.8 Public Utilities
Due to the proposed Project, public utilities affected may create disruption of
public services and inconvenience. This impact is temporary and may be
considered as moderately negative in nature. Mitigation measures will include:
 Provision in design and budget for the relocation of the
existing utility infrastructures wherever required and necessary
 All public utilities (e.g. water pipes, power/ telephone lines) are likely to
be affected by this bypass need to be relocated well ahead of time before
the actual commencement of bypass
7.3.9 Historical/ Archaeological Places
There is no historical/ archaeological place in the vicinity of the Project ROW.
7.4 CONSTRUCTION PHASE

Following is the brief description of impacts envisaged during Construction Phase:
7.4.1 Topography
As a result of construction, there will be no major changes in the topography of

the Project Area.
This impact is temporary and minor negative in nature. Mitigation measure for
this impact is the proper landscaping, wherever required.
7.4.2 Land Acquisition and Resettlement
Due to the construction of the proposed Project, land acquisition and

resettlement will occur in some part of this bypass. This will result in loss of
infrastructure, livelihood and commercial activities.
This impact is permanent and major negative in nature. Mitigation measure will
involve judicious compensation as per Resettlement Action Plan to be paid for
relocation of properties to the displaced population. Compensation should be
given before actual dislocation.

7.4.3 Borrow/ Open Pits
Potential sources of soil can be borrowed in huge quantity from Ubhan Shah
near Kot Diji and Arore near Rohri.
Borrow/ open pits and its excavation activities may result in land disputes, soil
erosion, loss of potential cropland, loss of vegetation, landscape degradation.
Borrow/ Open pits may also become potential sources of mosquito breeding and
may prove hazardous to human beings, livestock and wildlife. This will also
degrade hygienic condition of the Project Area.
This impact is permanent and moderately adverse in nature. Mitigation measures

will include:
 Conversion of borrow pits into fish farms and care in selection of borrow
areas;
 Necessary permits must be obtained for any borrow pits from the
competent authorities;
 No excavations should be allowed within a distance of 100 meters of the
ROW.
 In borrow pits, the depth of the pits should be regulated so that the sides of
the excavation will have a slope not steeper than 1:4
 Soil erosion along the borrow pit should be regularly checked to prevent/
mitigate impacts on adjacent lands;
 In case borrow pits are filled with water, measures have to be taken to
prevent the creation of mosquito-breeding sites; and
 Borrow pits can be used for sanitary landfill, but during the excavation, top
20 cm soil cover should be preserved for vegetation after the filling of the
pits. This is the best way to restore the flora of that area.
7.4.4 Air Quality
Air quality may be affected from the following sources:

 Construction machinery;
 Hydrogen carbons from asphalt plants and vehicular traffic;
 Dust emissions due to wind blowing; and
 Uncontrolled burning of construction waste.
Impact of air emission may be carried over long distances depending upon
the wind speed, direction, the temperature of the surrounding air and
atmospheric stability.

Emissions from crushers and quarry sites can cause health impacts, i.e.
coughing, flu, difficulty in inhaling, irritation in eyes and reduction in visibility.
This impact is temporary and minor negative in nature.
Mitigation measures will include:

 Dust control by equipping asphalt, hot mix and batching plants with fabric
filters or wet scrubbers to reduce the level of dust emissions
 Surface treating or overlaying diversion tracks with shingle, and
sprinkling water across diversion tracks
 Ensuring that haul trucks carrying aggregate fill materials are kept covered
with canvass sheet to help contain construction material being transported
between sites
 Enforcing the NEQS applicable to gaseous emissions generated
by construction vehicles, equipment and machinery
 Dust mask will be provided to the workers. Proper dust collection system
should be ensured at crushers and continuous sprinkling of water.
7.4.5 Construction Waste Disposal (Wastewater, Oil, Solid Waste etc.)
Due to construction activities waste will be generated at construction and

contractors camp site. The construction waste will include wastewater, oil
spillage from machinery and solid waste etc. This will result in unhygienic
conditions, health risk to work force and general public at the camp site.
Following are the types and sources of construction waste:

 Oil, grease etc. from construction machinery
 Solid waste from extra construction material and food
 Wastewater from washing and sprinkling
 Sanitary waste from staff toilets
This impact is temporary and minor negative in nature. Mitigation measures

will include:
 Wastewater effluent from contractor‟s workshop and equipment washing
yards would be passed through gravel/ sand beds to remove oil/
grease contaminants before discharging it into natural streams;
 Training of working force in the storage and handling of materials
and chemicals that can potentially cause soil contamination;
 Solid Waste generated during construction will be safely
disposed in demarcated waste disposal sites and the contractor will
provide a proper waste management plan;
 Sanitary wastes generating from staff and labour camps must be disposed
of in environment friendly manner, i.e. Provision of septic tank etc. for
toilet wastes; and
 Aggregate waste material of existing road will be reused in up-gradation of
road.

7.4.6 Geology and Soil
Due to construction activities soil erosion and contamination may occur. Soil
erosion may occur around roadside, contractor‟s camps and at embankment
works as a result of unmanaged run-off from equipment washing yards,
excavation of earth, cutting operation, embanking and clearing of vegetation
whereas contamination of soil by oil and chemicals at asphalt plant sites,
workshops areas and equipment washing yards may limit future use of lands for
agricultural purposes.
This impact is temporary and moderate negative in nature. Mitigation measures

will include
 Low embankments will be protected by planting Vetiver grass that can
flourish in relatively dry conditions;
 The plant site/ workshop areas will be restored to the original condition.
The contaminated soil will be removed and disposed at appropriate site;
and
 Soil contamination by asphalt will be minimized by placing all containers
in caissons.
7.4.7 Noise
Noise is one of the most pervasive environmental problems in the urban

areas especially on the road side. Noise pollution will be due to increase in
mobility and construction activity. However, this impact will be temporary but
moderate negative in nature. All mitigation measures mentioned below should
be taken in order to minimize the impacts of noise in the Project Area. These
measures include, but are not limited to the following:
 Selection of latest equipment and plant with reduced noise level ensured
by suitable in-built damping techniques and appropriate muffling devices;
 Confining excessively noisy work to normal working hours in the day;
 Providing the construction workers with suitable hearing protection like
ear cap, ear muffs etc.;
 Avoiding heavy machinery like percussion hammers and pneumatic
drills, especially during night time; and
 Locating the rock crushing, concrete mixing and material shipment yards
away from residential areas, particularly schools, hospitals and nursing
homes.

Table 7.1 Maximum Limits of Noise Levels
Noise Level dB (A) Situation

194 Lung damage
180 Ear drum rupture
150 Absolute limit with ears protected
150 Maximum of instantaneous noise
135 Absolute maximum with ears unprotected
100 Prolonged noise causing permanent damage
90 Factory work for an 8-hour day, 5 days a week
*85 Ear protection should be worn
80 Noise on building or construction sites
70 Normal road traffic near residential areas
Source: “Environmental Degradation” by APEX Laboratory.
* Above 85 dB (A) ear protection devices should be worn
Table 7.2 General Noise Levels of Machinery and Equipment
S. Noise-Level in
Equipment
No. dB (A)
1 Earth Moving Machinery 75-85
2 Material Handling Equipment 75
3 Stationary Equipment 75
4 Tools, Hammers and Drivers 80-95
Source: The General Services Administration, Construction Noise Specification, USEPA 1972
Table 7.3 Construction Equipment Noise Levels
Observation Point
Noise
S. No. Equipment to the Source
dB(A)
(meters)
1 Wheeled loading 5 90
2 Grader 5 90
3 Vibration pavement roller 5 86
4 2-wheel vibration pavement roller 5 81
5 3-wheel pavement roller 5 81
6 Tire pavement roller 5 76
7 Bulldozer 5 86
8 Wheeled pneumatic dredger 5 84
9 Sprayer 5 87
10 Power generator 5 98
11 Impact drill 5 87
12 Impact pile driver 5 112
13 Truck 5 92
14 Concrete mixer 5 91

Observation Point
Noise
S. No. Equipment to the Source
dB(A)
(meters)
15 Concrete pump 5 85
16 Mobile lift 5 96
Pneumatic hammer and rock
17 5 98
crusher
18 Breaker 5 84
19 Pneumatic spanner 5 95
Source: Guangzhou City Center Inner Ring Road Project, Environmental Assessment Report (1997)
7.4.8 Surface and Groundwater
Surface water might get contaminated due to the disposal of construction waste
generated due to the Project activity; this contamination will not only
endanger the aquatic life but will also result in jeopardizing the health of
natives that use this water for meeting domestic requirement. In addition to
that, construction waste, if left unattended will result in forming leachate which
will percolate through the soil strata and will reach underground water table and
hence, will end up contaminating it.
This impact is temporary and minor negative in nature. Following are the
mitigation measures:
 The surface and groundwater reserves must be adequately protected from
any source of contamination such as the construction and oily waste that
will degrade its potable quality.
 The solid waste will be disposed of in designated landfill sites to sustain
the water quality for domestic requirements.
 Regular water quality monitoring according to determined sampling
schedule
 The contractor should ensure that construction debris do not find their way
into the drainage or irrigation canals which may get clogged
 Work on irrigation canal areas will be kept to a minimum, protective walls
be (re-)constructed
 To maintain the surface water flow/drainage, proper mitigation
measures will be taken along the road, like drainage structures in urban
areas
 Prohibit washing of machinery and vehicles in surface waters, provide
sealed washing basins and collect wastewater in sedimentation/retention
pond
 Construction work close to the streams or other water bodies will be
avoided, especially during monsoon period

 Construct temporary or permanent devices to prevent water pollution due

to increased saltation
 Wastes must be collected, stored and taken to approve disposal site.
7.4.9 Flora
There will be cutting of estimated 182 trees due to the proposed construction
activities. This impact will be temporary and major adverse in nature. A number
of trees will have to be cut, that will need mitigation during the operation phase.
Mitigation measures during construction include:
 Contractor must be bound to establish the staff and labour camps,
and workshop at barren (non-vegetative) land
 Camps should be confined by fencing around the area so that no waste
should approach the flora.
7.4.10 Fauna
During the construction phase, there will be considerable human interventions in

the project area which can potentially affect the wildlife resources of the project
area.
No environmentally sensitive area is located in the vicinity of the project area.

The project area has been under cultivation and human habitation for almost half
a century, and the natural vegetation and habitats have been degraded in most
areas. As a result, most wildlife species have either left the area or become
locally extinct. Most of the animals found are common species that are highly
adaptable and are able to co-exist with people. Mitigation measures during
construction stage include:
 A “no hunting, no trapping, no harassment” policy will be strictly enforced
 Wildlife protection rules will be included in the Camp Rules
 Trading of wild animals or birds by project personnel will also be
prohibited
7.4.11 Social and Cultural Problems
People will face minor exit/entry problems during the construction activities.
The impact of construction on entry/exit problem is of minor nature as there is
no major shrine or mosque located in the immediate vicinity of ROW.
This impact is temporary and minor negative in nature. Mitigation measures

will include timely completion of the construction work and provision of
alternate routes during the construction.

7.4.12 Traffic Management
Due to construction activity there will traffic congestion at entry/exit of the

bypass on the existing highway. Since, during construction period the existing
highway will be operational for the traffic movement, therefore the traffic
management will not be a major problem.
This impact is temporary and minor negative in nature and can be

mitigated by providing proper alternate traffic management plan during
rehabilitation of existing road. Proper traffic management with marking should
be done on the existing road.
7.4.13 Waterlogged and Wetland Areas
There is no waterlogged and wetland area in the Project Area or its immediate
vicinity. Main impact of the waterlogged area is that it reduces the bearing
capacity of the soil. If present, this effect is moderate negative in nature and
needs immediate attention. Mitigation measures will include dewatering, use of
sandpits and boulders.
7.4.14 Poverty Alleviation
National Environmental Policy of the Government of Pakistan emphasizes on

the achievement of environmental sustainability and poverty reduction to
enhance the economic growth. Increased economic activity in the Project Area
by involvement of local people in the Project related activity. Local labour will
be hired, which will provide them an opportunity to develop their skills and
capacities. After serving in this Project, the local can utilize their skills in future
endeavours.
As a result of bypass construction, prices of nearby lands will increase that will
be a positive thing for the local people. After the construction of Dera Murad
Jamali Bypass, local people will get a chance to open shops and hotels in its
vicinity. This will provide them more earning opportunities, which will enhance
economic profile of the area. This is a moderate positive impact.
Regarding the resettlement issue, it is required that these settlements should be

relocated and handled in such a way that those affectees might not be turned into
poor or vulnerable groups. At the time of formulating compensation package,
shifting charges, idle time compensation and 15% contingencies charges should
be accounted for (Resettlement compensation package is discussed in
Resettlement Action Plan).

7.4.15 Lifestyle and Culture
Change in local lifestyle and culture may occur when the local and migrant
workers will come in contact during the construction works. This impact is
permanent and minor positive.
7.5 OPERATIONAL PHASE
7.5.1 Noise
Due to increase in traffic volume, noise is expected to increase. This

impact is permanent and minor negative. Provision of adequate noise barriers
such as hedges and indigenous tree species will reduce the noise. Further
improvement can be made with the help of National Highway and Motorway
Police (NHMP) by enforcing the laws and getting the vehicles tested,
regularly after a specific time period, by some reputable vehicle testing
laboratory and obtaining a clearance certificate.
7.5.2 Deterioration of Vehicles
Bypass construction will result in less wear and tear to vehicles; it will also
result in less fuel consumption.
This impact is permanent and major positive in nature.
7.5.3 Community Development/ Commercial Activities
Bypass construction will promote better business opportunities such as new

petrol pumps and hotels. In addition, such an activity will also increase the land
value that will benefit the local residents. This impact is permanent and major
positive in nature.
7.5.4 Air Quality
Bypass construction will help reduce traffic related emissions in the short term
by allowing a smoother traffic flow. However, in the longer run, increased
traffic levels may lead to higher values of emissions.
This impact is permanent and two-fold. It is positive, in case of improvement of

road conditions; and minor negative, when traffic volume increases.
Mitigation measures will include:

 Setting up of system to monitor air quality along the Project Area
in accordance with acceptable International standards;
 Monitoring emissions of vehicles as per NEQS;

 Helping the owners and occupants of the affected premises to identify and
implement special measures such as hedges and vegetation to reduce air
pollution.
7.5.5 Time Saving
Due to increase in speed and undisturbed flow of traffic, travelling time will be
saved to reach at destination. Trade will improve due to better transport
opportunities. This impact is permanent and major positive in nature.
7.5.6 Safety Concerns
Bypass construction will improve safety conditions and will reduce accidents
and loss of lives due to better traffic movements. This impact is permanent and
major positive in nature.

Section 8 Environmental Management Plan
SECTION 8
8.ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
8.1 INTRODUCTION
8.1.1 General
This section provides an approach for managing and monitoring environment

related issues and describes the institutional framework for environmental
management and resource allocations to be carried out by the National Highway
Authority (NHA) for mitigating the negative impacts of Dera Murad Jamali
Bypass.
8.1.2 Objectives of Environmental Management Plan (EMP)
The EMP will help the NHA address the foreseen adverse environmental
impacts of the Project, enhance the Project‟s overall benefits and introduce
standards of good environmental practices. The primary objectives of the EMP
are to:
1 Define the responsibilities of Project proponents in accordance with the
three Project phases (design, construction and operation);
2 Facilitate the implementation of the mitigation measures by providing the
technical details of each Project impact, and proposing an
implementation schedule of the proposed mitigation measures;
3 Define a monitoring mechanism and identify monitoring parameters to
ensure that all proposed mitigation measures are completely and
effectively implemented;
4 Identify training requirements at various levels and provide a plan
for the implementation of training sessions;
5 Identify the resources required to implement the EMP and
outline corresponding financing arrangements; and
6 Providing a cost estimate for all proposed EMP actions.
8.1.3 Key Environmental and Social Components
The key environmental and social issues associated with this Project are as
follows: The key environmental and social issues associated with this part of the
project are as follows:
1 Resettling commercial structures owned by squatters presently
operating within the proposed construction limit of the project corridor;

2 Appropriately locating temporary construction camps, asphalt plants,

and waste disposal sites, and the environmental impact of operating
these facilities;
3 Regulating the procurement of borrow material and topsoil erosion
during construction;
4 Avoiding the obstruction of highway drainage system during construction
and operation;
5 Enhancing and maintaining tree plantation along the entire length of the
project corridor;
6 Minimizing the impact on cultural sites or structures and community-
owned assets during construction and operation; and
7 Ensuring pedestrian and traffic safety during construction and operation.
8.1.4 Role of Functionaries for Implementation of EMP
General
This sub section describes the methodology required for the implementation of
EMP in conjunction with the NHA, Design Consultants, EIA Team,
Supervision Consultants and Contractors. The executing agency of the Project
will be National Highway Authority (NHA). General Manager (NHA) will be
the overall Incharge of the Project. The GM (NHA) will delegate the
supervisory responsibilities of the Project to the Project Director who will have
professional staff supported by a team of consultants including Environmental
Monitoring Specialists/Consultants.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Baluchistan will act as the overall

regulatory body. The specific roles of key functionaries are described hereafter.
The Organizational setup of the management plan is shown in Fig. 8.1.

Figure 8.1 Organisation Chart for Construction, Environmental Management Plan & Resettlement Action Plan
(i) National Highway Authority (NHA)
a) Project Director
The Project Director (NHA) will be responsible for the successful

implementation of the Project. He will be assisted by the Supervision
Consultants.
b) Director (Environment, Social and Land/Resettlement)
The Director (Environment, Social and Land/Resettlement) will be the

overall Incharge for handling the NHA‟s obligations with respect to the
EMP. The Director (Environment, Social and Land/Resettlement) will
depute one Deputy Director (Environment) for the Project, who will be
responsible for ensuring that the provisions of the EMP are
implemented. In addition, the Deputy Director (Environment) will also
coordinate with the EPA Baluchistan, provincial Agriculture, Forest
and Wildlife departments, NGOs/ CBOs and other public/ private
sector organisations.
Deputy Director (Environment) will be assisted by Assistant Director

(Environment) for the execution of Environmental Management Plan
(EMP) for each section of the Project.
Deputy Director (Social and Land/Resettlement) will be responsible

for the land acquisition and resettlement related issues.

Executive District Officer (E.D.O Revenue) will be assisted by D.D.O

(Revenue), Assistant Revenue Officer and Patwaries in assessing the
award price for land acquisition to the affectees.
(ii) EIA Consultants
EIA consultants will prepare a comprehensive EIA and EMP of the Project
in compliance with Pak EPA Guidelines.
(iii) Design Consultants
The design consultants will ensure that all the mitigation measures
proposed for the design phase are incorporated in the design and included
in the contract documents.
(iv) Supervision Consultants
Supervision Consultants appointed by the chairman (NHA) will be headed

by a “Project Manager”, who will be an Engineer. He along with his team
will supervise the Project contractors to ensure quality of work and
fulfilment of contractual obligations. The Supervision Consultants (SC)
will provide one Environmental Specialist/ Monitoring Consultant (MC)
who will:
1 Ensure that all the environmental and social parameters/provisions
comply with the applicable standards;
2 Ensure that day-to-day construction activities are carried out in an
environmentally sound and sustainable manner;
3 Organise periodic environmental training programmes and
workshops for the Contractors‟ staff and NHA site staff in
consultation with the NHA; and
4 Develop “good practices” construction guidelines to assist the
Contractors and NHA staff in implementing the EMP.
(v) Construction Contractor
EMP will be made a part of the contract agreement and the contractor will
ensure that all Project activities are in compliance with the EMP and
NEQS.

8.2 SPECIFIC IMPLEMENTATION RESPONSIBILITIES
This section describes the implementation and supervision responsibilities for the
different phases of the Project.
a) Design Phase/ Pre-Construction Phase
The Director (Environment, Social and Land/Resettlement), NHA and his staff
with the assistance of EIA consultant are responsible for ensuring that the
Project design and specifications adequately reflect the EMP and the
Resettlement Policy Framework (RPF). He will ensure the Project‟s
compliance with environmental regulations and donor requirements; and ensure
stakeholder participation in the Project design.
The responsibilities of Director (Environment, Social and Land/Resettlement)

may be briefly described as follows:
1 To coordinate with regulatory agencies including EPAs, EIA consultant,
local NGOs, that could assist the NHA in independent reviews of
environmental and social compliance.
2 To supervise environmental and social assessment reports, and provide
substantial inputs and guidance to the EIA consultant.
3 To get the approval of EIA from the EPA Baluchistan.
4 To ensure that the design consultant have incorporated all the
mitigation measures proposed for the design phase in the design and
included in the contract documents.
Specifically, before the start of the Project, the NHA‟s Deputy Director (Social
and Land/Resettlement) will ensure that the following activities are carried out
in a transparent manner and according to the acceptable standards:
1 Identifying and verifying Project affected persons (PAPs) on the
basis of specified documents;
2 Identifying which public facilities and utilities need to be relocated.
3 Identifying alternative resettlement sites for PAPs outside the ROW.
4 Carrying out a consultation and dissemination campaign with regard to
compensation procedures, entitlement packages, and proposed
alternative resettlement sites.
5 Preparing individual entitlement files
6 Preparing and approving compensation budgets;
7 Ensuring that an adequate notice period is given to PAPs before shifting
8 Providing shifting assistance to displaced squatters and to assist squatter-
owners to salvage their facilities

b) Construction Phase
The NHA will appoint Supervision Consultants, who along with the Deputy
Director (Environment) will oversee the working of contractor in accordance
with the EMP.
 The Supervision Consultant will liaise with the Project staff to monitor
environmental compliance during the construction
 He will supervise the construction and provide technical support to
help ensure compliance with the EMP
 The Supervision Consultants will assess the environmental impact of
highway construction
 He will monitor the progress of work and adherence of the contractor
to the EMP and Resettlement Action Plan
 He will direct the Contractor to work in such a manner that all Project
activities are in compliance with the EMP and NEQS
c) Operation Phase
The Deputy Director (Environment) and his staff will be responsible for the
following:
1 Coordinating with the operational staff working under the Regional
General Manager to monitor environmental compliance during bypass
operation
2 Advising on, and monitoring tree plantations along the bypass
3 Reporting on the progress of environmental compliance to the federal and
EPA Baluchistan
4 Assessing the long-term environmental impacts of bypass operation
5 Sustaining a working partnership among the NHA, EPA Baluchistan,
Agriculture, Forest and Wildlife departments of Baluchistan, NGOs and
other related public private sector organizations
6 Reporting to Director (Environment) about progress of the work
8.3 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING
This section provides a monitoring plan that identifies the roles and responsibilities of
Project staff, involved in environmental and social monitoring, and list the parameters
that will be used in the monitoring process.
8.3.1 Objectives
The main objectives of the pre-construction and construction phase monitoring

plans will be to:

 Monitor the actual impact of the works on physical, biological and

socio- economic receptors within the Project corridor for indicating the
adequacy of the EIA
 Recommend mitigation measures for any unexpected impact or where
the impact level exceeds that anticipated in the EIA
 Ensure compliance with legal and community obligations including
safety on construction sites
 Monitor the rehabilitation of borrow areas and the restoration
of construction campsites as described in the EMP
 Ensure the safe disposal of excess construction materials
The main objectives of monitoring during the operation phase will be to:
 Appraise the adequacy of the EIA with respect to the Project‟s predicted
long-term impact on the corridor‟s physical, biological and socio-
economic environment
 Evaluate the effectiveness of the mitigation measures proposed in the EMP
and recommend improvements, if and when necessary
 Compile periodic accident data to support analyses that will help minimise
future risks
 Monitor the survival rate of avenue plantations
Monitoring Roles, Responsibilities and Schedules
a) Internal Monitoring
The project staff engaged in social and environmental monitoring is listed

below, followed by descriptions of the monitoring responsibilities specific to
each post:
 DD (Environment)
 Supervision Consultants
Overall monitoring plan is shown in Table 8.3.
b) Deputy Director (Environment)
The Deputy Director (Environment) will have overall responsibility for

Environmental Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E).
This includes the following:

1 Ensuring the availability of human and material resources
required for environmental monitoring
2 Generating periodic monitoring reports and disseminating these among
the management and appropriate staff members

3 Ensuring that the required environmental training is provided to the

staff concerned
4 Contracting out external monitoring to independent firms and ensuring
that periodic environmental audits are carried out
The DD (Environment) and his team will also be responsible for:

1 Carrying out visits to the construction sites to review the
environmental performance of the contractors
2 The status of the Project‟s consultation strategy
c) Supervision Consultant
Supervision Consultant will involve the Environmental Expert/ Monitoring

Consultant and Resident Engineer. The Resident Engineer will overlook the
performance of contractor to make sure that the contractor is carrying out the
work in accordance with EMP. The Monitoring Consultant (MC) on the
other hand will carry out the environmental monitoring and report to DD
(Environment) for adequacy of the monitoring program as specified in
EMP. The MC will also induct a Technical Training Consultant to educate
the Contractor‟s and NHA‟s staff.
Monitoring Parameters
a) Environmental Monitoring Parameters
The following environmental parameters will be monitored at locations

identified during the construction phase (e.g. location of asphalt plants,
construction camps. etc.).
 Ambient Air Quality (NOx, SOx, CO and PM10)
 Asphalt Plant Emissions (smoke, dust, etc.)
 Ambient Noise Levels
 Water Quality
b) Social Monitoring Parameters
Social monitoring will be carried out based on the following indicators:

 Number of PAPs to be resettled/ relocated/ provided livelihood
assistance where required
 Availability and adequacy of alternative resettlement sites for PAPs
(by number and type)
 Inventory and valuation of PAPs' affected assets
 Pre- and post-resettlement incomes of PAPs

 Notice period given to PAPs before shifting them from their original
locations within the ROW
 Number of vulnerable PAPs compensated under the EMP
 Verification of shifting assistance provided to displaced squatters and
to squatter-owners allowed to salvage their facilities
 Number and nature of consultations carried out, as well as targeted
stakeholders
 PAPs' perspectives on compensation procedures, entitlement packages,
and proposed alternative resettlement sites
 Record of any problems due to restricted access to the highway
during construction and whether ramps/ diversions have been
provided where required
 Number of grievances recorded and redressed
 Number of public facilities and utilities to be relocated
 Number of mosques/ shrines/ graves to be relocated (if any) and
corresponding contribution of affected communities and NHA
 Verification of relocation of mosques/ shrines/ graves.
8.3.4 Reporting Structure and Outcomes
Progress reporting will be the overall responsibility of the Supervision

Consultants / Contractor who will prepare environmental/ social report for the
Project to GM (NHA) & DD (Environment). DD (Environment) NHA will
verify that monitoring reports; submission to EPA will be the responsibility of
the project office.
8.4 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
The Environmental Management Plan based on the mitigation measures is presented in

Tables 8.1 and 8.2 below.

Table 8.1 Environmental Management Plan (Construction Phase)
S. No. Aspect Project Impact Mitigation Measures Responsibility

Construction
1. Landscaping and construction of stone pitching/ Contractors
Cutting and dismantling of pavements and riprap across the embankments (CC) and
1 Topography
borrow area 2. Land management to take care of the drop in the Supervision
elevation of the borrow areas. Consultants
(SC)
Loss of agricultural land, livelihood,
commercial activities and loss of fertile CC, NHA‟s
Land Acquisition
2 plough layer at camp sites and asphalt Compensation for loss in agricultural products land/ social
and Resettlement
plants and drop in the elevation of the staff
borrow areas.
Where deep ditching is to be carried out, the top one
Borrow and open pits are potential sources
meter layer of ditching area will be stripped and
of mosquito breeding and may prove
3 Borrow/ open pits stockpiled. The ditch will initially be filled with CC and SC
hazardous to human beings, livestock and
scrap material from construction and then levelled
wildlife
with the stockpiled top soil
Dust control by equipping asphalt, hot mix and
batching plants with fabric filters or wet scrubbers to
Dust and vehicular emissions-Air quality
reduce the level of dust emissions.
will be affected by fugitive dust and
Sprinkling of water across diversion tracks. Ensuring
emissions from construction machinery,
that haul trucks carrying asphalt concrete mix and/ or
asphalt plants and vehicular traffic. SC and NHA‟s
4 Air Quality aggregate fill materials are kept covered with
Emission may be carried over long Staff
tarpaulin to help contain construction material being
distances depending upon the wind speed,
transported between sites.
direction, the temperature of the
Enforcing the NEQS applicable to gaseous emissions
surrounding air etc.
generated by construction vehicles, equipment and
machinery.
5 Construction Unhygienic conditions Wastewater effluent from contractors workshop and CC and SC


waste disposal equipment washing yards would be passed through
(Wastewater, oil gravel/ sand beds to remove oil/ grease contaminants
and solid waste) before discharging it into natural streams
Training of work force in the storage and handling of
materials and chemicals that can potentially cause
soil contamination
Solid waste generated during construction and in
camp sites will be properly treated and safely
disposed off in demarcated waste disposal sites.
Debris generated by dismantling of existing
pavement structures will be recycled subject to the
suitability of the material.
Training workers in construction safety procedures; Training
Health and Safety
6 Accidental risks equipping all construction workers with hard boots, assistant hired
Hazards
helmets, gloves and protective masks. by NHA.
Low embankments will be protected by planting
`Vetiver‟ grass that can flourish in local conditions.
Soil erosion may occur around contractor‟s
High embankments will be protected by constructing
camps as a result of unmanaged run-off
stone pitching or riprap across embankments. This
from equipment washing yards.
practice will also be applied across cross drainage CC, SC and
Possible contamination of soil by oil and
7 Geology and Soil structures where embankments are more susceptible NHA staff for
chemicals at asphalt plant sites, workshops
to erosion by water run-off. land affairs
areas and equipment washing yards may
Appropriate measures for slope protection like
limit future use of lands for agricultural
vegetation cover will be taken.
purposes.
Soil contamination by asphalt will be minimized by
placing all containers in caissons.
Selection of up-to-date equipment and plant, with
Noise pollution due to increased vehicular SC and NHA
8 Noise reduced noise level ensured by suitable in built
mobility and construction activity staff
damping techniques and appropriate muffling


devices.
Confining excessively noisy work to normal working
hours in the day. Providing the construction workers
with suitable hearing protection like ear cap, ear
muffs etc.
Avoiding heavy machinery like percussion hammers
and pneumatic drills, especially during night time.
Locating the rock crushing, concrete mixing and
materials shipment yards at least 2km from
residential areas, particularly schools, hospitals and
nursing homes.
Surface water might get contaminated by
the disposal of construction waste
generated due to the Project activity; this
contamination will not only endanger the The surface and groundwater reserves will be
aquatic life but will also result in adequately protected from any source of
jeopardizing the health of natives that use contamination such as the construction and oily
Surface and SC and NHA
9 this water for meeting domestic waste that will degrade its potable quality. The solid
Groundwater staff
requirement. In addition to that, waste will be disposed off in designated landfill sites
construction waste, if left unattended will to sustain the water quality for domestic
result in forming leachate which will requirements.
percolate through the soil strata and will
reach underground water table and hence,
will end up contaminating it.
Cutting of trees due to Project NHA staff for
10 Flora Re-plantation of indigenous species.
related construction activities. forest
Construction activities will result in 1. Strengthening of utilities, wherever required; NHA staff and
11 Utilities relocation of various utilities within the 2. 2.Close coordination with the concerned Local
ROW, including electrical poles, departments to curtail inconvenience to the concerned


transmission and telephone lines residents of the Project area departments.
Migrant construction workers inevitably
Migrant worker camp sites will preferably be
cause social unease and active disputes
located approximately 500 metres away
with the local community due to cultural NHA, CC and
from local settlements and sensitivity towards
differences. In addition, the involvement of SC in
local customs and traditions will be encouraged.
migrant workers in the Project activity will coordination
12 Local communities Good relations with the local communities will be
reduce the employment opportunity for the with Union
promoted by employing skilled and un-skilled
locals, construction activity at site will also Councils and
natives, providing proper compensations for the
cause disturbance, to the already existing local NGO‟s
losses of businesses and alternate paths for the
businesses along the Project area and
routine movement of the pedestrians.
Pedestrian‟s movements.
Exit/entry problems for the residents;
Timely completion of the construction works and
13 Social/ cultural Movement of people to the mosque/ shrine CC and SC
provision of alternate routes
will be disturbed.
Road sections in waterlogged and wetland areas
Road can settle in such areas if not
Water logged & should be designed according to the relevant design
14 designed and constructed according to the DC and CC
Wetland Areas specifications for such conditions and design must
design specifications for such conditions.
be followed by the contractor‟s staff.
Traffic Disturbance to routine traffic plying in the NHA and
15 Alternate traffic management plan
Management Project area NHMP

Table 8.2 Environmental Management Plan (Operation Phase)

Provision of adequate noise barriers such as
hedges and indigenous tree species. In addition,
Noise is expected to increase due to increase in
1 Noise the height of boundary walls of sensitive SC
traffic volume
receptors such as basic health units, schools and
colleges will be raised along the Project corridor.
Improvement in road condition will help reduce Setting up of a system to monitor air quality
traffic related emissions in the short term by along Project area in accordance with acceptable
allowing a smoother traffic flow. However, in the international standards.
2 Air Quality long run, increased traffic levels and congestion Helping the owners and occupants of the SC
will lead to pollution levels well above the affected premises to identify and implement
international standards such as WHO guidelines special measures such as hedges and vegetation
and JICA standards. to reduce air pollution
Note: DC (Design Consultant) CC (Construction Contractor),
SC (Supervision Consultant),
NHA (National Highway Authority),
NHMP (National Highway & Motorway Police)

Table 8.3 Environmental Monitoring Plan
No. of
Project Stage Parameters Details of Location Frequency Responsibility Duration Cost (Rs.)
Samples
Pre-Construction/ Design
Air Quality
Baseline once
SOx
5 metres from the edge prior to
NOX
of pavement downwind 2 construction @ NHA Continuous 24 hours 50,000/-
CO
at two selected locations Rs.25,000/
PM10
location
Community groundwater
Once before
sources near the edge of
Water construction
the ROW at three
Quality 3 starts @ Rs. NHA 90,000/-
selected locations on
E- Coli 30,000/test
existing/ proposed
for 3 locations
highway
Three locations: 5 m
from the 12 hours, readings
Noise Once before start
edge of the pavement, at taken at 15 sec
Levels on of
sensitive location like 3 NHA intervals over 15 min, 12,000/-
dB(A) construction @
basic health unit, school, every hour and then
Scale Rs.4000/- source
madrassa and residential/ averaged.
commercial area.
Construction
Once every 6
months during
Air Quality 35 metres from the hot Monitoring Continuous 12 hours
construction
PM10, co, mix plant in downwind 4 Consultants or over one full 300,000/-
period @ Rs.
No2, So2 direction (MC) working day
25000/
location

No. of
Samples
Once a every 6
Ground Community groundwater
months during
Water and source near the edge of
construction and
Waste the ROW three selected
3 the start of the MC - 270,000/-
Water locations on
operation
Quality existing/proposed
phase @ Rs.
highway
30,000/test
Once every 6
5 m from edge of the 24 hours, readings
months
Noise pavement at four selected taken at 15 sec
during
Levels on locations on 4 MC intervals, over 15 min, 48,000/-
construction
dB(A) scale existing/proposed every hour, and then
phase @
highway averaged
Rs.4000/source
Two selected locations in
Once a year in
contractor‟s equipment
Oil and construction
yards, as identified by 2 MC - 4,000/-
Grease phase @
the supervision
1,000/sample
consultant
Operation
5 m from the edge of the
Pavement downwind
background
Continuous 24 hours
Air Quality concentration near a Twice a year
(Assuming three years
SOx NOX residential area at a 2 for 1 year @ Rs. MC 150,000/-
past Project
CO PM10 sensitive location e.g. 25,000/location
monitoring)
hospital or school, taken
at 2 selected locations on
the bypass

No. of
Samples
Community ground
Water Twice a year 1
water sources near ROW
Quality 2 year @ MC - 180,000/-
– two selected locations
E- Coli Rs30,000/test
on proposed bypass
Two locations: 5 metres
from the edge of 24 hours, readings
Noise Twice a year 1
pavement, at sensitive taken at 15 sec, 15 24000/-
Levels on 2 year @ Rs.4000/ MC
location and a min, every hour and
dB(A) scale source
residential/ commercial then averaged
area
Total Monitoring
1,128,000
Cost
- SOx, NOx, CO values are compared with WHO guidelines

- MC – Monitoring Consultant
- DC – Design Consultant

8.5 ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING PLAN
An environmental and social training and Technical Assistance (TA) programme will
be carried out to build the NHA‟s capacity to effectively implement this EMP, as well
as to facilitate the improved environmental management of future highway Projects by
increasing the environmental and social awareness of NHA staff in general. The NHA
with the collaboration of Monitoring Consultants (MC) will arrange the environmental
training sessions for their staff. The objective of these sessions will be to help establish
appropriate systems, and to train senior NHA staff responsible for managing
environment, operations, and planning, who can then impart training at a broader level
within and outside the NHA (i.e., the training of trainers). The Consultants will
organize training courses for NHA staff, in specialized areas such as air and noise
pollution monitoring; develop environment operation manuals in consultation with the
NHA‟s Environmental wing. The details of this training program are presented in Table
8.4.
Table 8.4 Personnel Training Programme/ TA Services
Provided by Contents Trainees/ Events Duration
Short seminars and

Monitoring consultants/ courses on:
organizations specializing in Environmental laws Three seminars for
2 days
environmental management and regulations daily NHA Project staff
and monitoring monitoring and
supervision
Monitoring consultants/ Three seminars for

Short seminars and
organization specializing in Project staff dealing
courses on: Social 2 days
social management and in Social/lands
awareness
monitoring matters
Monitoring consultants/
Short lectures relating
organizations specializing in Two seminars for
to Occupational Safety 2 days
Occupational, health and contractor‟s staff
and Health
safety issues

8.6 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING, MITIGATION & TRAINING COSTS
For an effective implementation of environmental mitigation measures, it is very

important to provide sufficient funds for implementation of environmental mitigation
measures, monitoring and training. The Table 8.5 shows the total environmental
monitoring, mitigation and training costs.
Table 8.5 Environmental Mitigation & Monitoring Cost
Sr.
Activity Basis Cost (Rs.)
No.
For 85 employees for the provision of dust
masks, safety shoes, gloves, first aid box,
ear plugs, safety helmets and safety jackets
Health & Safety of
1 (Hi Vis) And 6,720,500
Workers
Provision of dust bins, warning tap, safety
cones, safety sign boards and water
sprinkling
Environmental Monitoring
2 Air, water and noise 1,128,000
Cost
Cost for hiring of staff

3 (Environment Health & Rs. 100,000 / month for 18 months 1,800,000
Safety Specialist)
Cost of environmental
4 For the whole construction period 300,000
training
Tree Plantation and

5 maintenance for five (05) Plan is attached in (Annexure-C) 1,221,584
years
Total 11,170,084
The estimated Environmental Mitigation and Monitoring cost will be Rs. 11,170,084 or
Rs. 11.170 Million.

Section 9 Conclusions
SECTION 9
9.CONCLUSIONS
9.1 GENERAL
This chapter presents conclusions of the entire EIA Report. Present Project has been
conceived to provide fast and safe access to the traffic using Dera Murad Jamali
Bypass. The conclusions are based on the findings of detailed environmental
assessment, which has been carried out as a requirement of Federal EPA.
9.2 FEASIBILITY/ PRACTICAL UTILITY OF THE PROJECT
In order to check the feasibility of the Project, an EIA study was carried out by a team
of Asif Ali & Associates experts. After carrying out detailed field surveys, it was
felt that this Project will prove to be very beneficial in overcoming the problems
being faced on N-65 at Dera Murad Jamali.
9.3 VARIOUS OPTIONS CONSIDERED FOR THE PROJECT
Various options were considered for this Project that included “No project”, Alternate
transport modes” and “Construction of a Bypass”. These have been discussed in detail
in Chapter 4 of this Report. The last option was selected because it fulfils the Project
requirements in the best way.
Three alternatives were discussed for the improvement of the existing carriageway i.e.
Widening of the both sides of existing road with the same alignment; up-gradation of
the existing 2 lane road into 4 lane dual carriageway by extending on both sides
from centreline of the existing road; and construction of a completely new Bypass.
Third option was selected after discussing the associated benefits.
After the completion of this Project, a 2 lane bypass will be available for the traffic
passing around the Dera Murad Jamali city. It will increase safety and comfort of the
travellers and also reduce the travelling time.
9.4 AVAILABILITY OF RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
Availability of resources and materials for the execution of present Project has been
discussed in Chapter 2 of this Report. All the resources are available in the vicinity of
the Project Area, except reinforcement, asphalt and cement that will be purchased from
Karachi.

9.5 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MAIN ISSUES AND CONCERNS
During the field surveys, significant efforts were made to identify the main social,
cultural and environmental issues related to the execution of this Project.
Government departments and agencies were also contacted for obtaining salient
information. Following is the list of main issues and concerns:
 Resettlement of the structures, i.e. houses, shops, electric poles etc. that fall
within the design Right of Way (ROW).
 Cutting o f t ree s f a l l i n g w i t h i n t h e p r o p o s e d corridor.
 Due to the change in the hydrologic regime, flood water can cause damage
to the local community and road.
 Disturbance to the public movement during construction.
 Reduction in the business activities during construction.
 Noise and air pollution due to the operating of construction machinery
during construction phase of the Project.
 Solid waste generation during construction.
 Oil spillages from construction machinery, resulting in soil and
groundwater contamination.
9.6 MITIGATION MEASURES PROPOSED
In order to overcome the social, cultural and environmental issues discussed above,
following mitigation measures have been proposed (detail available in Chapter 7):
 All the affectees should be compensated for their properties, falling in the
ROW, through judicious compensation packages. For this purpose all such
structures have been measured and evaluated for their costs estimation.
 Trees that are within the corridor and have to be cut down should be
compensated by planting new trees in a ratio 4:1 to the cut trees.
 Provision of culverts can be made to control flood damages and
ensuring safety of embankments against floods. Drains should be designed to
take the design flows.
 Informatory signs and warning boards should be displayed. Zebra Crossings
and U turns provided at appropriate places will help people safely cross
the road after the construction
 Compensation should be made to the affectees for loss in business/
commercial activities.
 Air and dust pollution can be controlled by equipping asphalt, hot mix and
batching plants with fabric filters or wet scrubbers to reduce the level of
dust emissions. Haul trucks carrying asphalt concrete mix and/ or aggregate
fill materials should be kept covered with tarpauli to help contain construction
material being transported between sites.

 Noise pollution due to working machinery and equipment must be taken

seriously. All the workers must be provided with suitable hearing protection
like ear cap, ear muffs etc. Machines and equipment noise should be
controlled by providing appropriate muffing devices to the construction
workers.
 Solid waste generated during construction and in camp sites should be
properly treated and safely disposed of in demarcated waste disposal
sites. Sanitary wastes generating from staff and labour camps must be
disposed of i n environment friendly manner, i.e. provision of septic tank etc.
for toilet wastes.
Table 9.1 summarises the overall findings and recommendations of the present EIA
Study in matrix form.
Table 9.1 Findings and Recommendations of the EIA Study
S. No. Main Findings Recommendations

Project will cause Judicious compensation packages should be
resettlement of the houses, given to the affectees for their properties
1
electric poles etc. that fall within should be relocated/ compensated. (Detail is
the design Right of Way (ROW) attached in Annexure-B)
At present two lanes by pass will
be constructed formation width is
New trees must be planted in a ratio 4:1 to the
2 20m only 182 effected trees will
cut trees.
have to be cut for construction of
Bypass.
Due to the change in hydrology Proper designing of drains and provision of
3 regime, floods can damage road culverts at appropriate locations can control
and local community. flood damages.
During the construction Informatory signs and warning boards should
4 phase, public movement will be be displayed. Zebra Crossings and U turns
disturbed. should be provided at appropriate places.
Execution of the construction
Proper compensation should be provided to the
5 works will reduce the business
affectees for their business losses.
activities of the area.
 Air and dust pollution can be
controlled by equipping asphalt, hot mix
and batching plants with fabric filters or
wet scrubbers to reduce the level of dust
Project activities (operating of
emissions. Haul trucks carrying asphalt
construction machinery during
concrete mix and/ or aggregate f i l l
6 construction phase of the Project)
materials should be kept covered with
will increase noise and air
tarpaulin to help contain construction
pollution of the Project Area.
material being transported between sites.
 For minimising the effects of heavy
noise emissions from working machinery
and equipment, all the workers must be

S. No. Main Findings Recommendations

provided with suitable hearing protection
like ear cap, ear muffs etc. Machines and
equipment noise should be controlled by
providing appropriate muffling devices.
Solid waste generated during construction and

in camp sites will be properly treated and safely
disposed of in demarcated waste disposal sites.
Solid waste will be Aggregate waste material of existing road can
7 generated during construction be reused in up-gradation of road. Sanitary
phase of the Project. wastes generating from staff and labour camps
must be disposed of in environment friendly
manner, i.e. provision of septic tank etc. for
toilet wastes.
9.7 BENEFITS OF THE PROJECT
After the execution of the Project, people living in the Project Area and the travellers of
the National Highway (N-65) will get the following benefits:
 Overall safety of passengers will be increased.
 Less time will be required for travelling and reaching the destination.
 During the construction phase, local labour will be accommodated in the
construction activities.
 Economic condition of the area is expected to get uplift due to better approach
to the nearby markets.
 Inter-provincial trading will get a boost due to better communication passage.
9.8 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP)
An Environmental Management Plan (EMP) has been provided in Chapter 6 of this

Report. The EMP will facilitate the NHA in taking mitigation measures for potential
environmental impacts of the Project. It will also enable NHA to enhance the Project‟s
overall benefits and introduce standards of good environmental practices. Roles and
responsibilities of functionaries have also been defined in the EMP for effective
management of the Project components.
9.9 SURVEILLANCE & MAINTENANCE AFTER CONSTRUCTION
National highway Authority (NHA) and National Highway & Motorway Police
(NHMP) will take care of the bypass after construction. NHA will look after its
surface condition and make sure that there are no encroachments within the
Right of Way (ROW).

National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) will be responsible for ensuring
smooth traffic flow on the road. They will advise NHA to provide the required facilities
for reducing the road accidents and hazards.
9.10 PROPOSED MEASURES FOR INCORPORATING THE STAKEHOLDERS’

CONCERNS
During the detailed survey, Consultants‟ EIA team identified the main stakeholders of
the proposed Project and discussed the Project with them in order to get knowledge
about their concerns and worries. Chapter 7 of this Report discusses public consultation
and information disclosure in detail. It also describes the measures suggested for
mitigating these concerns.

ANNEXURE – A
LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
ON NATIONAL HIGHWAY N.65
IO44/AELIAAAPL
Client: Asif Ali & Associates (Pvr) Limited.
Date ofissue of report: 27-04-2017
Date of sampling: 18-04-2017 to 19-04-2017 '
Nature/source of sample(s): Ambient Gaseous Monitoring At Start of project Area
Testing specifications: Dragger MiniWarn/ Impingers Method
RESULTS:
able 1: Sho the data regarding SO2 concentration in ambient air

Reference point Date Pollutant Monitoring: SO2 BEQS for Ambient Air
Average Concentration Time-weighted Concentratio

time monitored pglm3 average n in ambient
air
At Start of Project Area ,:-# W ;rly**) 76.0 Annual average* 80 pglm'
Near Uch Power Plant ,i ffiurly**) I 18.0 24 hours** 120 p{m'
#"'lF ,ffi
*Annual arlthmetlc
**24 hourly/8 houl
Lm 104 measurements in a year taken twice a
ld be the in a year. 2%o of the t
ffi
ay not on two
consecutive days.,,,{ @fbut
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NO *.,-."e
,r::iii*:ililEC]g
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:'
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itored pglm3
Time-weighted
average
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ffi in ambient air

At Start of Projffiea
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#sI_
(8 hou
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39.5 Annual average * 40 pglm"
Near Uch Power
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39.0 24 hours** 40 pglm'
'Annual arrthmetrc meaff
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s-
HeaSurr :nients in a year taken twice a week 24 hourly at uniform interv,al-
**24 howly/8 hourly va ,,8! i"
^L^ . 98o/o of the in ayear.2o/o of the time, it may exceed but not on two
consecutive days.
Table J: Showins the ata regarding NO2 concentration in ambient air

Reference point Date Pollutant Monitoring: NO2 BEQS for Ambient Air
Average time Concentration Time-weighted Concentration

monitored pglm3 aYerage in ambient air
At Start ofProject Area I8-04=2017 (8 hourly**) 38.9 Annual average * 40 trtglm"
Near Uch Power Plant 19-04-2017 (8 hourly**) 76.0 24 hours** 80 pglm'
*Annual arithmetic mean of
minimum 104 -earu.emurts in a yd tifen twio.e a week 24 horrly at uniform interval.
**24hourlyl8 hourly values should
be met 98%o of the in a'year.2oh of the time, it may e*"""0 but not on two
consecutive days.
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Table 4: Showi the data rdi CO concentration in ambient air
Reference point Date Pollutant Monitoring: CO BEQS for Ambient Air
Average time Concentration Time-weighted Concentration

monitored pglm3 average in ambient air
At Start of Project Area t8-04-2017 (8 hourly**) 4.0 8 hours** 5 mglm'
Near Uch Power Plant t9-04-2017 (8 hourly**) 9.12 lhour l0 mg/m'

**24holuirly/S hourly values should be met 98%o of the in a year.2Yo of the time, it may exceed but not on two
consecutive days.
Table 5: the data tration in ambient air

Reference point tant Monitoring: PMls BEQS for Ambient Air
Concentration
in ambient air
*Annual ofmffimum 104 lna 24hourly at uniform interval.

**24 hourly/8 values should be ina of the time, it may exceed but not on two
consecutive
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(Dr. Muhammad Hanif)
chemistry; Post Doctorate - Analytical chemistry Advisor Laboratory:
Director General @), PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Lahore
Director General (ex) Ministry of Environmen!
Suite # 4, 2nd Floor, LinkArcade, Model Town Link Road, Lahore, Pakistan
Off: 042-35887 517, 35841 688, 35925693 Fax: 042-35855508
E-mail: ectech_ectech@yahoo.com Website: www.ectech.com.pk
Asisrqcmm d ECTEGH Ewironment Consultants.
The LaboEtory is amdited as Eruironment Laboratory by the Envimnmental Prctectim Agency, Gwemment of the Punjab, Lahore
NOISB LEVELS MONITORING DATA
Reference: IO44IAEL/AAAPL '

Client: Asif Ali & Associates (Pvt) Limited.
Date of issue of report: 27-04-2017
Date of sampling: 18-04-2017 to 19-04-2017
Nature/source of sample(s): At Staxt ofBypass
Date Time dB(A) Leq dB(A) Avg. Leq

8-04-20 7 09:00 am 5l 5l 52 53 54 54 55 53 52 52 52.88
8-04-20 7 l0:00 am 52 52 53 53 57 57 57 58 58 55 55.80
8-04-20 7 11:00 om 62 57 57 59 59 58 58 6l 62 62 59.94
8-04-20 7 l2:00 nm 64 64 6t 6l 6t 66 65 62 62 6t 63.09
8-04-20 7 0l:00 pm 68
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8-04-20 7 02:00 pm 65 *q 66 63 69 69 70 7t 67.58
8-04-20 7 03:00 om .6 a0 70 73 73 73 7t 71 70.99
8-04-20 7 04:00 pm .* #t3 "72 66 69 69 72 66 66 .1.1.17
8-04-20 7 05:00 oe F66 66 69 71 70 7t 7t 67 67 .79
8-04-20 7 06:0G ur, 68 66 67 67 67 7t 65 -=6ffi*& c 67.11
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Ph.D. - Ana\tical chemistry; Post Doctorate - Analytical chemistry Advisor Laboratory:
Director General (R), PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Lahore
Govemment of Pakistan
Suite # 4, 2nd Floor, Link Arcade, Model Town Link Road, Lahore, Pakistan
Off: 042-35887 517, 3584'1 688, 35925693 Fax: 042-3S8S5S08
E-ma i I : ectech_ectech@ya hoo.com Website : wunar,ectech.com. pk
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The LaboEtory is amredited as Envircnment Labmtory by the Environmental Protec{imAgenry, Gdemment of the punjab, Lahore.
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NOISE LEVELS MONITORING DATA
Reference: IO44IAELIAAAPL
Client: Asif Ali & Associates @vt) Limited.
Date of sampling: l8-0 4-2017 to 19 -0 4 -20 17
Natu relsource of sample(s): At RD 06+000 Km
Date Time dB(A) Leq dB(A) Avg. Leq

8-04-20 7 09:00 am 55 55 55 54 55 53 56 52 52 56 54.52
8-04-20 7 l0:00 am 6t 58 6l 55 57 57 57 55 58 55 57.95
8-04-20 7 I l:00 pm 62 64 57 64 62 62 63 6l 62 59 62.02
8-04-20 7 l2:00 pm 70 77 77 61 7l 71 66 65 68 68 71.94
8-04-20 7 0l:00 om 67 66 6ffi&67 67 72 71 66 70 70 68.83
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8-04-20 7 03:00 pm 6* 72 72 73 73 72 72 71.73
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Manaeer Countersigned by:
(Dr. Muhammad Hanif;
Ph.D. - Analytical chemistry; Post Doctorate - Analytical chemistry Advisor Laboratory:
Director General @), PCSIR Laboratories Complex, Lahore
Off: 042-35887 517, 35841 688, 35925693 Fax: 042-35855508
E-maill ectech_ectech@yahoo.com Website: www.ectech.com.pk
Asisieronem of ECTECH Environment Consulhnb.
Ihe LaboEtory is ffiedited as Envircnment Labmtory by the Envjronmental Protetion Agency, Gwemment of the Punjab, Lahore.
NOISE LEVELS MONITORING DATA
Reference: IO44IAEL/AAAPL .

Date of sampling: I 8 -0 4 -2017 to 19 -04-2017
Nature/source of sample(s): At End of Bypass
Date Time dB(A) Leq dB (A) Avg. Leq
8-04-2017 09:00 am 55 55 55 54 55 53 56 52 52 56 54.52

8-04-2017 10:00 am 61 58 6l 55 57 57 57 55 58 55 57.95
8-04-2017 11:00 pm 62 64 57 64 62 62 63 6l 62 59 62.02
8-04-2017 l2:00 pm 70 77 77 6l 7l 71 66 65 68 68 71.94
8-04-2017 0l:00 om 67 66 @a.67 67 72 7l 66 70 70 68.83
8-04-2017 02:00 pm 75 .** 73 63 69 69 70 70 71.65
8-04-2017 03:00 om 6# 1 72 72 73 73 72 72 71.'13
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Manaeer Countersigned by:
Ph.D. - Analytical chemistry; Post Doctorate - Analytical chemistry Advisor Laboratory:
Director General (ex) Ministry of Environment,
Off: 042-35887 517, 35841 688, 35925693 Fax: 042-35855508
Asisier mem of ECTEGH Environment Consultants.
The LaboEttry is arcredited as Environment Labmtory by the Envipnmental Proteciion Agency, Gwemment of the Punjab, LahoE
ON NATIONAL HIGHWAY N.65
LABORATORY TEST REPORT
Reference: IO44IAELIAAAPL
Client: Asif Ali & Associates (Pw) Limited.
Date of issue of report: 27-04-20t7
Date of sampling: 18-04-20 17 to 19 -04-20 17
Nature/source of sample(s) : Put Feeder Canal Water
Testing specifications: APHA.USA
Sr. Parameter Unit Result NEQS Limiting Value

No.
I Temperature OC
20 :<30C
2. pH 8.3 6-9
3. Color *# :% TCU 8 <15
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16. anffia ;# €**€ rr 25 40
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18. Cadnffi re ffi€"me/l 0.07 0.1
19. ChromrEgii" @**ffiis/l 0.04 1.0
20. copper "'%,. :ffi W me/l 0.22 1.0
21. Lead "q&'' '.ffi mp/l 0.42 0.5
)', Mercurv ?1, mgll N.D. 0.01
23. Selenium mdl N.D. 0.5
24. Nickel me/l 0.03 1.0
25. Silver mg/l 0.39 1.0
26. Znc ms,/l 0.06 5.0
27. Arsenic mE/l 0.52 1.0
28. Barium mg/l 0.02 1.5
29. lron ms,/1 0.56 8.0
30. Manganese me/l 0.6 1.5
31. Boron mdl 0.4 6.0
32. Total Chlorine ms/l 0.12 1.0
JJ. Pesticides ms,/l N.D. 0.15
N.D. : Not Detected
N\'}', '(u$rb
Manaser (Laboratorv) Countersigned by:
(Dr. Muhammad Hanifl
Ph-D. - Analytical chemistry; Post Doctorate - Analytical chemistry Advisor Laboratory:
Off: 042-35887 517, 35841 688, 35925693 Fax: 042-35855508
E-mail : ectech_ectech@yahoo.com Website: www.ectech.com.pk
Asisftrmem of ECTECH Environment Consultants.
The LaboEtory is ffiedited as Envircnment Labffitory by he Environmental Protection Agency, Gwemment of the Punjab, Lahore.
LABORATORY TEST REPORT
Reference: IO44/AELIAAAPL
Date of sampling: I 8 -04-20 17 to 19 -04-20 l7
Nature/source of sample(s): Drinking Water Murad Abro Road
Testing specifications: APHA-USA
Sr. Parameter Unit Result National Standards for

No. Drinking Water Quality
2010
I pH 8.4 6.5-8.s
2. Color .,,*t' & TCU 7 <15
&Odour
Taste .*$ Acceptable Non obiectionable/Accentabl e
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5 TotalHardHffi=''" mg/l JJ €500
6 E Coli ;{i, *'' Number/l00ml N.D. € *=O/lo0ml
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20 Lead 'rBh,,.
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21 Manganese '%, me/l N.D. <0.5
22 Mercurv ms./l N.D. <0.001
ZJ Nickel ms/l N.D. <0.02
24 Nitrate ms.ll J.J <50
25 Nitrite me/l 0.04 \J
26 Selenium mell N.D. 0.01
27 Residual Chloride me/l 0.03 t.5
28 Zinc me/l 0.01 5
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Manaser (Laboratory) Countersigned by:
, (Dr. Muhammad Hanif)
Ph.D. -Analytical chemistry; Post Doctorate - Analytical chemistry Advisor Laboratory
Off: 042-35887517 ,35841 688, 35925693 Fax: 042-35855508
Asisier ffi of ECTEGH Environment Consultants:
TfE LaboEtory is amredited as Envimnment LaboEtory by the Envipnmental Prctec{ion Agency, Gwemment of the Punjab, Lahore
ANNEXURE – B
DETAILS OF LAND ACQUISITION
LIST OF LAND ACQUSITION AREAS
Area (square
Sr. No Chainage Develoment type Side
meters)
1 3+665 812.63 House R
2 3+665 1504.04 House L
3 5+253 429.25 House R
4 5+253 1103.52 House L
5 6+064 368.56 House L
6 6+350 1440.30 House R
7 6+350 1346.76 House L
8 6+760 35.40 House L
9 7+275 1185.79 House R
10 7+275 146.41 House L
11 7+400 498.51 House L
12 8+050 844.39 House L
13 8+056 10.34 House R
14 8+587 75.43 House R
15 8+600 608.18 House R
16 9+400 239.73 House L
17 9+439 56.32 House L
18 10+447 339.98 House R
19 10+447 10.26 House L
Total (Square Meters) 11055.80
Total (Marlas) 437.11
Total (acres) 2.73
LIST OF UTILITIES TO BE RELOCATED
Sr. No. Chainage Side Details of Structure

1 0+121 R ELECTRIC POLE
3 1+005 L ELECTRIC POLE
ANNEXURE – C
TREE PLANTATION PLAN
Tree Plantation Plan
To minimize the adverse impacts arising due to expected increase in vehicular activity from
the proposed bypass and to enhance the landscape of the project area, tree plantation will be
undertaken at available spaces along roadside. As mitigation, four (4) numbers of plants are
to be raised in lieu of each tree removed for the proposed project. Since 182 trees are
expected to remove, therefore, planting of 728 trees are to be planted in linear pattern,
keeping the distance from plant to plant as 4 meters. The planting may be carried out by the
Contractor, which has the requisite expertise and experience for such tasks.
Trees Recommended
Following tree species are recommended, in general, for planting to create aesthetic as well as
shade effect along roadside. It is also recommended that 4 to 5 years old plants, grown in the
nursery, should be procured for the purpose.
Table: Trees and Shrubs for Linear Planting

Sr. No. Local Name Scientific Name
1. Kikar Acacia Nilotica
2 Sufaida Eucalyptus
3. Borh Ficus bengalensis
4. Sheesham Dalbergia sisso
5. Willow Salix babylonica
6. Simbal Salmalica malabarica
7. Jand Prosopis spicigera
Cost
The cost of raising 500 plants has been estimated as Rs. 839,000/- including price of plants,
earthwork, procurement of manures, continued supply of water to young plants throughout
the year and its maintenance for five (5) years. Break-up of expenditure of 500 plants@ Rs.
500/- per diem is as follows.
FIRST YEAR
Sr. No. Item Quantity Rate Amount (Rs.)

1. Layout 1 km 2 MD/Av.km 1000.00
Digging of Pits 2.5 ft. each 10

1500 cft.
2 2.5x500 =1500 cft. MD/Av.km 5000.00
3,75,000.00
3. Cost of plants including 500 No.
Rs. 750/- plant
5,000.00
Cost of planting of plants 500 No.
4. Rs. 10/- plant
Carriage of plants from
5. private nursery to site 500 No. Rs. 5/- plant 2500.00
including loading/unloading
Cost of Manure and Bhall 500 plants Lump Sum 5,000.00
6. (silt) including carriage
H/watering 50 times 500x50
5 MD/per
7. with water bowser, one driver 25,000 no. 62,500
1000
and one coolie
8. Weeding twice 500x2 1000 no. 5 MD 2,500.00
Reopening of Pits twice
9. (500x2)/cft/pit 1000 cft. 5MD 2,500.00
10. Unforeseen --- ---- 1000.00
Total 456,000.00
SECOND YEAR

Rs.750/- 75,000.00
1. Cost of Plants 20% Restocking 100 No.
plant
Rs. 10/-
2. Cost of planting 100 No. 1000.00
plant
3. Carriage of plants 100 No. Rs. 5/- plant 500.00
H/watering 50 times with water
25,000
4. bowser, one driver and one 5 MD/per % 62500
no.
coolie
5. Reopening of Pits twice (500x2) 1000 cft. 5 MD 2,500.00
6. Weeding twice 500x2 1000 no. 5 MD 2,500.00
7. Unforeseen --- --- 1000.00
Total 1,45,000.00
1
THIRD YEAR
Amount
Sr. No. Item Quantity Rate
(Rs.)
Cost of Plants 10% Restocking Rs.750-
100 No. 100 No. 75,000.00
1. plant
Rs. 10/-
Cost of planting 100 No. 1000.00
2. plant
Rs. 5/-
Carriage of plants 100 No. 500.00
3. plant
5
H/watering 40 times 20,000 no. 50,000
4. MD/1000
Reopening
1000 5MD 2,500.00
5. of Pits twice (500x2)
6. Unforeseen --- ---- 1000.00
Total 1,30,000.00
FOURTH YEAR

1. H/watering 40 times 20,000 no. 5 MD/1000 50.000
2. Pruning and cleaning of plants 500 5 MD 2,500.00
3. Unforeseen --- --- 1500.00
Total 54,000.00
FIFTH YEAR

1. H/watering 40 times 20,000 no. 5 MD/1000 50.000
2. Pruning and cleaning of plants 500 5 MD 2,500.00
3. Unforeseen --- --- 1500.00
Total 54,000.00
Total cost for raising 500 plants and

Maintenance for 5 years = Rs. 839,000/-
Total cost for raising 728 plants

including maintenance for 5 years = Rs. 1,221,584/-
Cost for raising one plant and

its maintenance for 5 years = Rs. 1,678/-

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Government of Pakistan

DERA MURAD JAMALI BYPASS

ASIF ALI & ASSOCIATES (PVT) LTD

TURKPAK & A.A

2.2.18 Pakistan Penal Code, 1860 ............................................................................. 2-8

4.5.1 Social Organisation ...................................................................................... 4-13

7.3.2 Land Acquisition and Clearing ....................................................................... 7-2

8. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN .......................................................... 8-1

Figure 3.1 Location Map of Dera Murad Jamali ................................................................................. 3-1

Table 3.1 Geometric Design Features of Bypass ................................................................................. 3-2

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR

National Highway Authority is planning to construct Bypass in Dera Murad Jamali on

2 POLICY, LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORKS

3 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

4 ENVIRONMENTAL BASELINE PROFILE

The total population of Nasirabad District is 490,538 as enumerated in March 1998.

6 ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES

Mitigation include proper land management by providing judicious compensation to

7 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PLAN

For effective management of the environmental impacts, a comprehensive

1.2 PROPONENT OF THE PROJECT

1.3 PROJECT BACKGROUND

Dera Murad Jamali Bypass on National Highway N-65 1-1

1.4 THE PROJECT

1.6 OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT

Following are the main objectives of the undertaken project:

1.7 PROJECT WORKS

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1.8 PROJECT CATEGORISATION

Pakistan Environment Protection Agency (Review of IEE/EIA) Regulations 2000,

Schedule-II describes the requirements of EIA for transportation Projects as under:

1.9 STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES

Environmental issues and control in Pakistan are governed by Pakistan Environmental

Requirements of Government of Pakistan that are to be met before commencement of

1.10 THIS REPORT

This Environmental Impact Assessment Report is part of output of consultancy services

Dera Murad Jamali Bypass on National Highway N-65 1-3

This chapter provides a synopsis of environmental policies, legislation, and guidelines

2.2 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, LEGISLATION AND

The enactment of comprehensive legislation on the environment, covering multiple

2.2.1 National Environmental Policy, 2005

Dera Murad Jamali Bypass on National Highway N-65 2-1

Poverty, Population, Gender, Health, Trade and environment, Environment

2.2.2 National Sanitation Policy, 2006

The National Sanitation Policy of Pakistan provides a broad framework and

2.2.3 National Climate Change Policy, 2012

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2.2.4 National Resettlement Policy, 2002

In March, 2002 Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA), GOP

2.2.5 National Conservation Strategy

2.2.6 Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP)

2.2.7 Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997

PEPA is the basic legislative tool empowering the government to frame

Dera Murad Jamali Bypass on National Highway N-65 2-3

Under section 12 of PEPA, no project involving construction activities or any

2.2.8 Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency Review of IEE and EIA

The Regulation classifies projects on the basis of expected degree of adverse

2.2.9 National and International Environmental Quality Standards