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Minutes of the 23rd meeting of the Gujarat Coastal Zone Management Authority held on 16-10-2014: The 23rd meeting of the Gujarat Coastal Zone Management Authority

(GCZMA) was held on 16-10-2014 under chairmanship of Shri P. K.

Taneja, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Forests & Environment

Department and Chairman, GCZMA in the Committee Room, F&ED,

Gandhinagar . A list of the members and other participants, who

attended the meeting, appears at Annexure A. Also a list of the

representative of various project proponents, who have made

presentation before the Authority is, appears at Annexure-B.

Initiating the meeting, with the permission of the Additional Chief

Secretary, Forests & Environment Department, and Chairman of

GCZMA, the Member Secretary, GCZMA, welcomed all the members

of the GCZMA and other participants.

He briefed the Members of the GCZMA about the agenda items for the

meeting and various actions taken by the Department in compliance

of the various decision taken during last meeting

The agenda wise discussion and decisions taken thereafter is as

under:

Agenda item No: 23.1:- Compliance report with respect to the decision taken in

the 20th meeting of the GCZMA, which was held on 21-11-

2013.

Preparation of an action plan for development of Bio-

Shielding project for entire area between Dahej and Hazira

by way of planting various species of vegetation, such as

mangroves, seaweeds, sea grass, casurina to control the soil

erosion, stabilize the areas and for protection in case of

Tsunami in association with any institute/Organization

having some experience in this Field

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The Authority was apprised that as decided in the 20th GCZMA

meeting, the GEC has been requested vide this office letter

dated 25-07-2013 to expedite to prepare a development plan

and ensure that this project become a ground reality. It was

also appraised that PCCF has been requested to provide all

necessary guidance and support to GEC for taking up this task

for development of Bio-Shielding.

The GEC apprised the authority that they have started work

related to development of bio-shielding as decided by the

GCZMA, a team from the GEC has visited potential sites as

recommended by the MS University and the work is under

progress.

The Authority discussed the issue and after detailed

deliberation, the GCZMA decided to ask GEC to submit

report before the date of next GCZMA meeting.

Pollution problem near Veraval Harbour, Veraval , Dist:

Junagadh.

The Authority was apprised that as decided in the 20th

GCZMA meeting the Urban Development and Urban Housing

Development was requested to direct the concern Veraval

Nagar Palika to ensure that there should not be any

untreated sewage disposal take place. It was also appraised

that as decided in the meeting, the Fisheries Department ,

GEC and GMB were requested to provide necessary guidance

and help to arrange an awareness programme for local people

by the Verval Port Officer to sensitize the local people about

the issue. GPCB was requested to identify the industries,

which are discharging effluent in this area /near harbor and

direct them to provide online monitoring system for the

parameters /norms prescribed by the GPCB. The Regional

Office, GPCB, Junagadh was to submit monthly report to the

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Authority, with a copy to Coast Guard. As decided in the

GCZMA meetings, Urban Development & Urban Housing

Department, GMB, Fisheries Comissionerate , GEC and GPCB

have been requested to take necessary actions vide this office

letter dated 25-07-2013.

GPCB submitted that actions are being taken against the

erring industries and untreated effluent in this area are not

allowed to be discharged in to sea.

The Authority deliberated the issue and decided to ask

UD&UHD, GEC, GMB and GPCB to take all necessary

actions and submit an action taken report to Forests and

Environment Department regularly. It was also felt by the

Authority that senior officials from the Fisheries

Commissionerate should attend the meeting

Study of Shore line Change maps prepared by the Anna

University, Chennai to be done by MS University

The Authority was apprised that it was decided in the 20th

GCZMA meeting, that the Irrigation Department, GMB would

be requested to constitute a committee of the officers from the

concerned Department/Authorities as decided in the last

meeting, under leadership of Irrigation Department to carry

out the study of coastal area and to submit the report

immediately.

Accordingly, all the Concerned Department were requested to

nominate concerned person/s and give name so that GR can

be issued in this regard. It was also informed that Irrigation

Department is dealing the issues regarding coastal erosions

and they are preparing Coastal Erosion Management Plan for

the entire State.

The Authority was further informed that the Narmada , Water

Resource, Water Supply & Kalpasar Department , Government

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of Gujarat Irrigation Department has constituted a Task Force

for Coastal erosion works under Chairmanship of Dr. M. Baba ,

Trivandrum vide Resolution No-SIC/2011/2200/64/J dated

06-08-2012.


Irrigation Department to submit progress in the matter

and submit an action taken report in this regard.

Appointment of Staff for Technical support on contractual

basis

The Authority was apprised that , it was decided in the 18th &

19th GCZMA meeting that GMB would expedite the procedure

for appointment of staff for technical support on contractual

basis for this Department/GCZMA. Accordingly, GMB has been

requested to take necessary action in the matter immediately

vide this office letter dated 21-05-2013.

The Authority was also appraised that this matter was again

discussed in the 20th GCZMA meeting, and it was decided that

GPCB would be requested to expedite the procedure for

appointment of staff for technical support on contractual basis

for this Department/GCZMA. The payment would be ` 25000-

30000 per month per person and qualification and experience

would be as per RR of the GMB/GPCB. Accordingly, GMB was

requested to take necessary matter in this regard.

MS, GPCB appraised the authority that after requirement of

new Technical Staff in GPCB, suitable staff may be deputed in

the F&ED/GCZMA


GPCB/GMB to take necessary action in the matter

CRZ clearance for to develop Ahmedabad – Dholera six lane

Expressway (Greenfield Development) in the State of

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Gujarat by Gujarat State Road Development Corporation

Limited


meeting, recommendations have been forwarded by the Forests

& Environment Department to Ministry of Environment,

Forests and Climate Change Government of India.

The Authority took a note of it and appreciated the action

taken by the Department.

CRZ clearance for proposed RO-RO jetty in Plot no- Z-89 at

Dahej SEZ-II, Village: Luvara, Dist: Bharuch by M/S ISGEC

Heavy Engineering Limited


meeting, recommendations for the above mentioned proposal

have been forwarded to Stat Level Environment Impact

Assessment Authority(SEIAA).



CRZ clearance for proposed project for laying of the treated

effluent pipeline for discharge of effluent from GIDC Chitra

into Sea Creek, Dist: Bhavnagar by Chitra Industries

Association



have been forwarded to Ministry of Environment, Forests and

Climate Change, Government of India.



CRZ Clearance for expansion of Dahej LNG Terminal (Ph-III)

from 10MMTPA to 20 MMTPA by M/S Petronet LNG Limited

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Development of Greenfield Beach Resort at Mandvi, Dist.

Kutchh, Gujarat by Commissioner of Tourism, Government

of Gujarat.







CRZ clearance for the proposed Common treated effluent

disposal pipeline project along the river Kolak up to deep

sea by M/S Wel-Treat Enviro Management Organization







CRZ clearance for proposed 50 MW Tidal based Power

Project near Mandvi Dist: Kuchchh by M/S Gujarat Power

Corporation Limited.



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CRZ clearance for development of Ship Recycling facilities

near West Port, Mundra, Taluka: Mundra, Dist: Kutch by

M/S Adani port and SEZ Limited







CRZ Clearance for proposed dredging in front of existing

jetty, laying of additional pipeline, and addition of

Ammonia and Phosphoric Acid tanks in the existing Sikka

Shore Terminal at Sikka, Dist: Jamnagar by M/S Gujarat

State Fertilizers and Chemical Limited (GSFCL)







CRZ Clearance for proposed Desalination Plant of 336 MLD

capacity to be located at SEZ-Dahej, Dist: Bharuch by M/S

Swarnim Dahej Spring Desalination Pvt Limited



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Actions required to be taken by the State

Government/GCZMA in compliance with the Directions

issued by the Ministry of Environment and Forests,

Government of India, based on recommendations made by

the Committee constituted under Chairperson of Smt

Sunita Narain, Director, General, CSE, Delhi for APSEZL.

The Authority was apprised that based on directions issued by

the Ministry of Environment &Forests, Government of India it

was decided to take following actions:

1. To set up a Committee under the Principal

Secretary(Env), GOG, including representative of MOEF,

GOI (RO, Bhopal), PCCF(Wildlife), GPCB, GEC and

Collector, Kutch to finalize the action plan and modalities

of the Environmental Restoration Fund and periodically

report the progress to Secretary, Environment and

Forests. Director(Environment) will be the convener of

the Committee.

2. Fisheries Commissioner and GMB to be requested to take

necessary action to build exclusive fishing harbours for

the livelihood support of the fishermen of Bhadreshwar in

a period of two years.

3. The Collector and District Magistrate, Kutch , GSDMA

and APSEZ to be asked to consider linking Disaster

Management Plan of the different project proponents of

APSEZL to the “ District Disaster Management Plan “ in

the interest of the vulnerable people in and around the

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project area to ensure human safety with early warning

practices

4. The Revenue Department to be requested to review the

policy of acquisition and transfer of Gauchar of village

common land with specific reference to environmental

impact and livelihood.

5. The Committee constituted above including GMB, to be

asked to supervise the Cumulative Impact Assessment

studies to be undertaken by the APSEZL for the project

already granted so that future developments can be

assessed for clearance based on cumulative impacts.

Draft TORs would be asked from APSEZL to examine and

finalized the same after including suggestions of the

Committee.

6. It was decided to constitute a committee consisting of the

following authorities/officers to review and make

assessment of the matter relating to Samudra

Township/Sterling hospital. To take new and verifiable

coordinates to be mapped and supplied to MOEF, GOI ,

and also to put in public domain for verification. This

assessment should be based on site visit and fresh

collection of coordinates.

Shri T.P.Singh, Director, BISAG, Gandhinagar

Shri H.B.Chauhan, Senior Scientist, Space

Application Centre, Ahmedabad

Shri Atul Sharma, DGM(ENV.), Gujarat Maritime

Board, Gandhinagar

District Inspector of Land Record, Collector, Kutch

Concerned Town Planning Officer, Kutch

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7. The Above committee would visit the site and submit its

report to the GCZMA for its consideration and further

course of the action in the matter.

8. It was decided to constitute a Joint Monitoring Committee

of GCZMA, GPCB and RO , Bhopal, for two years to

monitor the development/compliance of conditions and

directions

The Authority was further apprised that as decided, actions

were taken by the Forests and Environment Department,

including constitution of above mentioned Committee on 07-01-

2014.



Applicability of the CRZ Notification 2011 for proposed

land bearing Survey 170 paiki, at Word No-1, Bhavnagar,

Dist Bhavnagar by M/S I.B..Commercial Pvt Limited,

Bhavnagar


meeting, necessary clarification has been issued to M/S I B.

Commercial Pvt Limited regarding the applicability of CRZ

Notification 2011 for proposed land bearing Survey 170 paiki,

at Word No-1, Bhavnagar, Dist Bhavnagar



Cases recommended to the Local Municipal Body(Bharuch,

Porbandar and Veraval/Somnath Nagar Palika) for granting

CRZ Clearance for Small Construction Activities under

category CRZ-II area under the CRZ Notification 2011

The Authority was apprised that it was decided in the 20th

GCZMA meeting that now onwards, the proposal seeking the

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recommendations for obtaining CRZ clearance for construction

of small houses in CRZ-II area and having built up area upto

1000 Sqm, would be decided by the Department and

recommend to the concerned Nagar palikas and the same can

be put up in the next immediate GCZMA meeting. However, the

proposals seeking recommendations for CRZ Clearance in CRZ-

II area, having built up area more than 1000 Sqm, shall be

recommended only after obtaining approval from the GCZMA

and each such cases is required to be put up before the

GCZMA for obtaining recommendations. The Authority was

further informed that the procedure as decided above is being

followed for recommend to the Local Municipal Body(Bharuch,

Porbandar and Veraval/Somnath Nagar Palika) for granting

CRZ Clearance for Small Construction Activities under

category CRZ-II area under the CRZ Notification 2011


taken by the Department and it was decided to continue

this process.

CRZ clearance for additional Salt works (2395.15 acres)

located at village Kalatalav & Narmad, Ta. & Dist.

Bhavnagar by M/S Nirma Limited







CRZ Clearance for development of Dandi Memorial

Complex at Dandi, Dist Navsari, by Tourism Corporation of

Gujarat Limited

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meeting, recommendations were forwarded to MOEF&CC, GOI

and then after based on request received from the MOEF, GOI,

necessary clearance has been accorded by the GCZMA.



Clarification about the applicability of CRZ Notification

2011 for petrochemical complex at Dahej, Dist: Bharuch of

M/S ONGC Petro additions Limited


meeting, necessary clarification has been issued to M/S ONGC

Petrochemical Complex at Dahej, Dist: Bharuch regarding the

applicability of CRZ Notification 2011



Clarification about the applicability of CRZ Notification

2011 for proposed development of International Airport at

Dholera, Dist: Ahmedabad by M/S Dholera International

Airport Company Limited


meeting, necessary clarification has been issued to M/S

Dholera International Airport Company Limited regarding the

applicability of CRZ Notification 2011 for proposed development

of Green Field Airport at Dholera, Dist: Ahmedabad



Clearance for upgradation of Marine Interpretation Centre

at Narara, Tauka: Khambhaliya, Dist: Dev-Bhumi, Dwarka

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by CCF, MNP, Jamnagar Forests Department, Government

Of Gujarat


meeting, necessary clarification have been sought for from the

MOEF&CC, GOI



CRZ Clearance for construction activity in CRZ area for sea

turtle conservation at Okha Madhi, Dist: Devbhumi Dwarka

by CCF, MNP, Jamnagar.


meeting, necessary clarification have been sought for from the

MOEF&CC, GOI

Compliance report with respect to the decision taken in

the 21st meeting of the GCZMA on 07-02-2014:

Actions required to be taken by the State

Government/GCZMA in compliance with the Directions

issued by the Ministry of Environment and Forests,

Government of India, based on recommendations made by

the Committee constituted under Chairperson of Smt

Sunita Narain, Director, General, CSE, Delhi for APSEZL

The Authority was apprised that as decided during the meeting

of GCZMA and after obtaining approval from the State

Government, and as per recommendations of GCZMA, the

Forests and Environment Department has taken following

actions:

1. Requested the Ministry of the Environment and Forests,

Government of India to give details about the modalities

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of the fund management and ask the Company about the

actions taken to comply with this Directions.

2. The Commissioner of Fisheries, Government of Gujarat

has been requested to identify the suitable locations for

Fisheries harbours at Bhadreshwar and prepare

feasibility and technical reports alongwith financial

requirements including cost for obtaining necessary

clearance etc , obtain necessary administrative approvals

from the Concerned Ministry/Department /Authorities

immediately and submit proposal to GCZMA for further

consideration of the same.

3. Revenue Department has been requested with a copy

to Panchayat Department to review the policy of

acquisition and transfer of Gauchar of village common

land with specific reference to environmental impact and

livelihood.

4. The APSEZL was requested to submit draft TORs for the

Cumulative Impact Assessment studies to be undertaken

by them for the project already granted so that future

developments can be assessed for clearance based on

cumulative impacts.

5. The report of the Committee, alongwith coordinates duly

mapped on CRZ map, for Smaudra Township and

Sterling Hospitals has been sent to MOEF, GOI on 28-

01-2014.

6. Reminder has been sent to RO, Bhopal, MOEF, GOI and

GPCB to immediately nominate officer/s for Joint

Monitoring Committee to be set up for APSEZL for two

years.

The Authority deliberated and discuss the issue and it

was decided to again send reminders to all concerned

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Department for necessary compliance of the directions

issued by the MOEF &CC, GOI.

CRZ Clearance for modification of existing Reliance Dahej

Marine Terminal (RDMT) jetty, by crating coal handling

facility with capacity of 2.5 MMTA at Dahej, Taluka: Vagra,

Dist: Bharuch by M/S Reliance Industries Limited

The Authority was apprised that as decided in the 21st GCZMA


have been forwarded to State Level Environment Impact

Assessment Authority(SEIAA)



Representation received from Conservation Action Trust

(CAT) regarding alleged destruction of mangroves in State

of Gujarat and alleged violations of CRZ Notification

thereof

The Authority was apprised that issue regarding the

representation about the destruction of mangroves at various

locations of the shore line of the State of Gujarat was

deliberated in the last GCZMA meeting and after detailed

discussion, the Authority decided to take following actions:

1. To Ask Gujarat Ecology Commission to verify the matter

regarding destruction of mangroves as represented by

Shri Debi Goenka, Executive Trustee, Conservation

Action Trust, Mumbai and submit factual report

immediately to decide further course of action in the

matter.

2. Issue Directions of all District Authorities with a copies

to District Level Committees constituted as per CRZ

Notification 2011 for Control, management and

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conservation of mangroves in their respective jurisdiction

and to take immediate necessary action in case of any

destruction of mangroves

3. Directions would be issued to KPT/Adani Port/Pipavav

Port, GMB, etc, to ensure that existing mangroves are

protected and there shall be no any destruction of

mangroves .

4. To constitute a working committee consisting of

representatives of the PCCF, GMB, GEC, Revenue

Department, BISAG, and Director(Environment) to

oversee such issues immediately by way of verification

and recommendations for further course of actions.

The Authority was further informed that as decided above, all

actions have been taken by the F&ED. Based on the decision of

GCZMA, the GEC constituted a committee to carry out site

visits for verification of the alleged mangrove destructions and

violations of the CRZ Notification. The GEC has prepared a

report in this matter based on site visit carried out by the

Committee constituted by it. The same has been submitted to

the NGT.

The Authority was also apprised that SCNs were issued to the

Essar Ports Limited and Kandla Port Trust based on the

observations of the Committee constituted by the GEC , the

reply have been received, which needs to be scrutinized.


taken by the Department. The Authority has also decided

to follow up matter in the NGT through Advocate and

submit latest status about the Hon’ble NGT’s order in the

matter in next meeting of the GCZMA.

Appointment of office attendant and data entry operator

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The Authority was apprised that as decided in the GCZMA,

GEC was requested to depute two suitable persons as office

attendants on a contractual basis for a further period of 11

months after the expiry of their terms. The consolidated

emoluments of the said staff to be paid from the CRZ

Management Authority Accounts being managed by the Gujarat

Maritime Board.

It was decided by the GCZMA to pay 5500/- per month to the

Office Attendants. The GEC has deputed two office attended. At

present no further actions are envisaged.

The Authority took a note of it and as no further action is

envisaged, it was decided to drop this issue.

Compliance report with respect to the decision taken in

the 22nd meeting of the GCZMA on 30-05-2014

CRZ Clearance for proposed development of Dholera Special

Investment Region at Dholera, Dist: Ahmedabad by M/S

Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor Development Corporation

Limited(DMICDC)

The Authority was apprised that as decided in the 22nd GCZMA






CRZ Clearance for establishment of proposed Coal-Jetty at

Hazira, Dist: Surat by M/S Reliance Industries Limited

The Authority was apprised that as decided in the 22nd GCZMA


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have been forwarded to State Level Environment Impact

Assessment Authority(SEIAA)



23.2 CRZ Clearance for proposed expansion of existing jetty by

construction of two additional berths C&D at Vadinar Dist:

Jamnagar by M/S Vadinar Oil Terminal Limited

M/S Vadinar Oil Terminal Limited(VOTL), vide its letter dated

31-01-2014 has approached this Department seeking

recommendations from the GCZMA for obtaining CRZ

clearance for proposed expansion of existing jetty by

construction of two additional berths C&D at Vadinar, Taluka:

Khambhaliya, Dist: Devbhumi Dwraka

The Authority was apprised that the proposal of M/S VOTL was

scrutinized by the Technical Committee in its 10th meeting ,

which was held on 20-03-2014, wherein representative of the

VOTL made a presentation before the Technical Committee

about the activities to be carried out in CRZ area, , EIA report

prepared by the National Institute of Oceanography, Mumbai

prepared in February 2010 , CRZ map duly demarcation of

HTL CRZ Boundary etc. Prepared by the Centre for Earth

Science Studies, Thiruvananthapuram (An agency authorised

by the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of

India).

The Authority was apprised that after detailed discussion and

deliberation on the presentation made by the representative of

the Vadinar Oil Terminal Ltd, it was decided to obtain various

details the VOTL. Accordingly, the details were called for from

the VOTL and same have been furnished by the VOTL.

The representative of VOTL made a presentation before the

GCZMA and submitted that it is an Essar group company,

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operates Marine Terminal at Vadinar to import crude oil via

SPM and evacuate products from Refinery of Essar Oil

Limited(EOL) through berths A&B. EOL Refinery has expanded

its capacity to 20 MTPA and further expansion to 34 MTPA is

under process. Existing berths occupancy is 80-85% at present

capacity of the Refinery. Therefore it is necessary to have

additional berths to meet with the requirement of 34 MTPA,

hence VOTL proposes to add two more Berths C &D (300 m

long X 25 M width each) with connecting Trestle(150Mx 20m

Width) ). Existing connectivity (pipeline corridor) shall be

utilized. The integration of operations would be done through

existing centralized control room. There is dredging required as

pathfinder having natural depth (20-30m) and existing natural

channel will be used for navigation.

It was submitted by the representative of the VOTL that berth C

and D would be equipped with Mooring and breasting dolphins,

Fenders, Quick Release Marine Hooks , Bollards etc, Petroleum

and other pipelines connected to existing pipelines on Berth A&

B , State of the atr- Maine Loading /unloading Arms with

powered emergency release couplers , piping

headers/manifolds, safety valves, surge tanks, slop collection

and transfer facilities etc. Berths are designed to receive ships

up to 105, 000 DWT and products to be handled includes MS,

HSD, ATF,SKO,VGO,FO,LPG etc. Berths will be of Bored cast

in-situ type construction and construction will be beyond 10m

depth contour, hence , intertidal area will be away from any

activity. Super structure of the berths(pre-cast elements) to be

cast in casting yard on land, away from the HTL and

transported to the site.

The representative of the VOTL submitted that prevailing flow

conditions in Pathfinder Inlet are generally parallel to the

existing jetty. Proposed extension is in line with the existing

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jetty, hence, most appropriate as the flow is parallel in the zone

of extension. As the proposed expansion is o piles ,it would not

interfere with the prevailing flow conditions as well as

accretion/erosion trends in Pathfinder Inlet. Berthing of ships

would be convenient and chances of properly moored ships

drifting under tidal currents are low. Maximum wave height at

proposed jetty would be 0.55 m , which is within permissible

limits. Hence, there would no wave disturbance throughout the

year at the jetty. The optimum base width of the channel and

depth required for safe maneuvering of ship is 340m and 15 m

respectively. Since natural width of the channel is 400m and

adequate depths of 20-30m are available, hence, dredging is

not required.

The representative of the VOTL submitted that there would be

temporary increase in turbidity due to dispersal of bed material

in water and local release of contaminants from construction

machinery/barges. However, piling would be done in a

controlled manner to minimize silt dispersion in water and

construction would be completed within stipulated period

avoiding time-overrun. Good sanitation and water supply

facilities will be made available to the work force to minimise

degradation in sediment quality. There would be minor loss of

biomass and population at the foot prints of piles. Piles would

provide additional surface for fauna to settle and grow.

Operational noise level will be minimised through proper

measures. Numerical modelling by CWPRS concludes no

significant interference with prevailing flow conditions, creek

dynamics and accretion/erosion trends due to construction of

C & D Berths.

The representative of the VOTL submitted that loading and

unloading would be done only through fail-safe mechanical

arms provided with PERC and operations at jetties will be on

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“NO Leak” philosophy under normal operations to take care of

Spillage of petroleum while loading and unloading at berths.

Due to VTMS operation, the possibilities of accidents will be

extremely low. Coast Guards approved OSDCP modified to

include berths C &D. At the terminal facilities are available for

collection of ship-related wastes and it would be disposed of as

per GPCB norms.

As per CRZ map duly demarcation of HTL CRZ Boundary etc.

Prepared by the Centre for Earth Science Studies,

Thiruvananthapuram alonwith superimposition of proposed

activity on it, the proposed activities fall within CRZ-IV

Category.

The Authority deliberated the proposal of Vadinar Oil

Terminal Limited and after detailed discussion, the

Authority felt that the proposed project site is very near

to the boundary of the Eco-Sensitive Zone declared by the

MOEF&CC, GOI and therefore it felt necessary to carry

out site visit by the PCCF (WL) to assess the same

Therefore, it was decided to carry out site visit of the area

and it was decided to defer the project.

23.3 CRZ Clearance for Intake and Outfall facilities for 2X660

MW Coal Based Thermal Power Plant at Village: Kaj in

Nanavada in Kodinar Taluka in Junagadh District, Gujarat

by M/S Sapoonji Pallonji Energy Gujarat Pvt Limited.

M/S Shapoonji Pallonji Energy(Gujarat) Pvt Ltd(SPEGPL), vide

its letter dated 06-02-2014 has approached this Department

seeking recommendations from the GCZMA for obtaining CRZ

clearance for Intake and Outfall facilities for 2X660 MW Coal

Based Thermal Power Plant at Village: Kaj and Nanavada,

Taluka: Kodinar, Dist: Junagadh

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The Authority was apprised that the proposal of the SPEGPL

was scrutinized by the Technical Committee in its 10th

meeting, which was held on 20-03-2014 , wherein the

representative of the SPEGPL made a presentation before the

Technical Committee about the activities to be carried out in

CRZ area, , EIA report prepared by the National Institute of

Oceanography, Mumbai prepared in February 2012 , CRZ map

duly demarcation of HTL CRZ Boundary etc. Prepared by the

Institute of Environmental Studies & Wetland Management,

Kolkata (An agency authorised by the Ministry of Environment

and Forests, Government of India).

The Authority was informed that after detailed discussion and


the Sapoonji Pallonji Energy(Gujarat) Pvt Ltd, it was decided to

obtain various details from the SPEGPL. Accordingly, details

were called for from the Unit and same have been furnished by

the SPEGPL. Also as decided in the Technical Committee

meeting, site visit was carried out by the members of the

Technical Committee meeting during 11-10-2014 to 12-10-

2014 . During Site visit, the representative of the SPEGPL

informed the committee that it is proposed to draw the coolant

water from the sea. The total quantity of intake would be 13193

M3/H and the high density waste water of 8885 m3/h would be

released into the sea after meeting the GPCB standards. The

coolant water should be drawn from a location having Latitude:

20042’ 54.0” N, and Longitude:700 44’ 54.5’’ E. The treated

effluent from the thermal power plant should be released in the

coastal waters of Kodinar at location having Latitude: 200 42’

47.3’’ N and longitude: 720 45’ 46.3’’ E.

The representative of the SPEGPL made a presentation before

the GCZMA and submitted that intake pipeline of @ 800 m

would be passed in CRZ area and the length of outfall

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pipeline, which would pass through CRZ area would be @ 1830

and further submitted that there is no adverse effects on

physical characteristics of the marine environment are

expected. No adverse effects are envisaged on the marine water

quality due to proposed activities. There would not be adverse

effects envisaged as the pipeline is buried in intertidal and

subtidal areas due to proposed activities. The Committee

observed that the proposed route of pipeline and area is devoid

of mangroves. And there is no other ecologically Sensitive Areas

in the route of pipeline.

The representative of the SPEGPL submitted that they have

proposed to set up a 2X660 MW coal based thermal power

plant at Village: Kaj/Nanawada, Taluka: Kodinar, Dist:

Junagadh . The coal required would be imported and

transported through the port proposed at Village: Chhara by

M/S Simar Port Private Limited. It is proposed to draw the

coolant water from the sea. The total quantity of intake would

be 13193 M3/H and the high density waste water of 8885

m3/h would be released into the sea after meeting the GPCB

standards. The coolant water should be drawn from a location

having Latitude: 20042’ 54.0” N, and Longitude:700 44’

54.5’’ E. The treated effluent from the thermal power plant

should be released in the coastal waters of Kodinar at location

having Latitude: 200 42’ 47.3’’ N and longitude: 720 45’

46.3’’ E.

The representative of the SPEGPL submitted that there is no

adverse effects on physical characteristics of the marine

environment are expected. No adverse effects are envisaged on

the marine water quality due to proposed activities. There

would not be adverse effects envisaged as the pipeline is buried

in intertidal and subtidal areas due to proposed activities. The

area is devoid of mangroves.

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As per the CRZ map duly demarcation of HTL CRZ Boundary

etc. prepared by the Institute of Environmental Studies &

Wetland Management, Kolkata duly superimposed for proposed

activities on it, proposed activities fall within CRZ-I(B), CRZ-III

and CRZ-IV categories and are permissible as per provisions of

CRZ Notification 2011.

The Authority deliberated the proposal of M/S Sapoonji

Pallonji Energy Gujarat Pvt Limited and after detailed

discussion, the Authority decided to recommend to the

Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India

to grant CRZ Clearance for Intake and Outfall facilities

for 2X660 MW Coal Based Thermal Power Plant at Village:

Kaj in Nanavada in Kodinar Taluka in Junagadh District,

Gujarat M/S Sapoonji Paloonji Power Gujarat Limited with

following Specific conditions :

1. The SPEGPL shall prepare an emergency plan to

protect existing ecology of the area in case of any

eventuality/accidental rupture of the pipeline.

2. It shall be ensure by the SPEGPL that in such cases,

the effluent discharge is immediately stopped till the

adequate measures are taken.

3. The SPEGL shall install online monitoring system for

the crucial parameters for Power plant like salinity and

temperature and ensure that treated effluent shall be

discharged into deep sea only after conforming the

norms prescribed by the GPCB.

4. The SPEGPL shall obtain necessary permission from all

other Departments including NA permission from the

competent authority for the land acquired from the

farmers.

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23.4 CRZ Clearance for Seawater Intake and effluent disposal

facilities for Greenfield Soda Ash project (1500TPD) at

Village: Kuranga, Taluka: Dwarka, Devbhumi Dwarka, by

M/S RSPL limited

The Technical Committee was apprised that M/S RSPL Limited

(RSPLL), vide its letter dated 24-02-2014 has approached this

Department seeking recommendations from the GCZMA for

obtaining CRZ clearance for seawater Intake and effluent

disposal facilities for Greenfield Soda Ash project(1500TPD) at

Village: Kuranga, Taluka: Dwarka, Dist: Devbhumi Dwarka.

The Authority was appraised that the proposal of the RSPL

Limited was scrutinized by the Technical Committee in its 10th

meeting, which was held on 20-03-2014, wherein

representative of the RSPL Limited made a presentation before

the Technical Committee about the activities to be carried out

in CRZ area, , EIA report prepared by the National Institute of

Oceanography, Mumbai prepared in December, 2013 , CRZ

map duly demarcation of HTL CRZ Boundary etc. Prepared by

the Institute of Remote Sensing, Anna University, Chennai (An

agency authorized by the Ministry of Environment and Forests,

Government of India).

The authority was informed that after detailed discussion and


the RSPL Limited, it was decided to obtain following details

from the RSPL Limited and accordingly, details were called for

from the RSPL Limited, the Same have been submitted by the

RSPL Limited. As decided in the Technical Committee meeting,

members of the Technical Committee carried out site visit of

M/S RSPL Limited, and based on the site visits the Committee

recommends to obtain methodology to be adopted for laying of

pipelines in CRZ areas, considering sandy area and also and

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Action Plan for conservation of Sea Turtle ground, as there is

possibility of the existence of Sea turtles in this area.

The representative of the RSPL Limited made a presentation

before the GCZMA and submitted that the proposed project is

about 34 km from the Dwarka, District : Devbhumi

Dwraka(Earlier Jamnagar) and located within the Survey of

India Topo-sheet No-41/F4 . It is geographically located

between Latitudes 220 0’N to 220 3’N and between Longitudes

690 9’ E to 690 12’ E with an elevation of 5.0 to 15.0 m above

MSL. The proposed project is to set up a Soda Ash Plant(1500

MTD) and Captive Power Plant(50MW). It was submitted that

the water requirement for the project will be met through

seawater from the Arabian sea, which is close to the plant

location.

The representative of the RSPL Limited submitted that Gaga

Wildlife Sanctuary is located at a distance of approx.. 6.4 Km,

for which they have already made an application to DCF,

Jamnagar for necessary clearance. No forests land is involved

in the plant area, however, for laying of underground seawater

intake and effluent disposal pipelines , forests land less than

3.0 ha will be required. It was further submitted that Kuranga

sea coast as well as area within 10 km radius is devoid of

mangroves/mangrove ecosystem. The mangrove patches are

located near Dwarka at an distance of more than 25 km.

Traditional fishing activities through small boats exists in the

region near to Gojiness creek and Navadra village. No

commercial fishing operation by trawling exists in the area.

The representative of the RSPL Limited submitted that total

quantity of seawater required for process, coolant for the Soda

Ash plant as well as Captive Power Plant , feed water

requirement for the desalination plant will amount to 6X105

M3/day. The intake point is recommended by the NIO at

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Latitude 210 59’ 49.70’’ N, Longitude: 690 10’24.60’’ E at a

depth of 4.5m below CD, on the basis of minimal area and

volume of excavation required to lay the pipeline and

consequent reduction in benthic losses. 526 M long pipelines of

suitable diameter will be laid . It would be buried all along the

stretch of 70 m length while that passing through 456 m long

subtidal stretch will also be buried to provide unhindered

passage to local fishing crafts. Total length of the intake

pipeline which would pass through CRZ area would be about

1026m The gradient of the pipeline will also be so maintained

that seawater will flow into the sump at a constant rate by

gravity. The pipeline orifice at the intake point will be located

0.5 m above seabed to avoid direct entry of bed sediment into

the intake.

The representative of the RSPL Limited submitted that the NIO

has recommended two outfall options since behaviour of the

effluent on release into sea and subsequent impacts almost

similar at both the discharge point. The pipeline corridors are

devoid of mangroves and corals. From Land Fall point(LFP) to

the effluent disposal points( 1. 22001’25.62’’ N, 69008’

06.27’’E or 220 00’ 39.51’’ N, 690 09’ 07.01’’E) pipelines with

a suitable diameter to maintain the requisite velocity , will be

laid to release the diluted effluent of 6X105 M3/day into sea.

The pipelines will be buried in the intertidal stretches of 80m.

It will be laid on the bed along the subtidal segment. The

length of Outfall pipeline passing through CRZ area would be

1700 M including 1120m in subtidal area. However, it will be

buried wherever water depth of 6 m or less prevails for un-

hindered navigation of local fishing crafts.

The representative of the RSPL Limited submitted that the

pipelines will end with a 68 m long diffuser with 10 number of

ports of 0.53 m diameter spaced 6.83m apart suitably anchored

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at the seabed. The ports will be aligned alternatively with the

directions of biomodal currents(ebb and flood). The port angle

to the horizontal will be 600 upwards. The diffuser will be

aligned in such a way that all the ports maintain the prescribed

velocity sothat no sediment accumulates in the diffuser pipe.

This ensures the performance of the diffuser consistently. As

both the options are suitable the final selection of disposal

point can be guided by the engineering considerations. The

effluent will be released at 1 m above bed at the jet velocity of 3

m/s by creating suitable pumping system, to get the plume

dilution of 22.3 times. Hence, their destruction due to

development is unlikely.

As per the CRZ map prepared by the Institute of Remote

Sensing, Anna University, Chennai duly demarcation of HTL

CRZ Boundary and superimposition of proposed activities on it,

the proposed activities falls within CRZ-I(B), CRZ-III and CRZ-

IV categories and are permissible activities as per provisions of

CRZ Notification 2011.

The Chairman of the Authority specifically asked the project

proponent and their consultant about the existence of the sand

dunes in the proposed project area and methodology to be

adopted for laying of the pipeline in such cases. The NIO was

asked to submit a certificate in this regard.

The Authority deliberated the proposal of M/S RSPL

Limited and after detailed discussion, the Authority

decided to recommend to the Ministry of Environment and

Forests, Government of India to grant CRZ Clearance for

Seawater Intake and effluent disposal facilities for

Greenfield Soda Ash project (1500TPD) at Village:

Kuranga, Taluka: Dwarka, Devbhumi Dwarka, by M/S

RSPL limited with following Specific conditions and only

after submission of documents as mentioned below :

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1. The RSPL Limited shall prepare an emergency plan to

protect existing ecology of the area in case of any

eventuality/accidental rupture of the pipeline.

2. It shall be ensured by the RSPL Limited that in such

cases, the effluent discharge is immediately stopped till

the adequate measures are taken.

3. The SPEGL shall install online monitoring system for all

crucial parameters and ensure that treated effluent shall

be discharged into deep sea at a point suggested by the

NIO only after conforming the norms prescribed by the

GPCB.

4. The RSPL Limited shall submit a certificate from the

NIO about the non-existence of the sand dunes in the

proposed project site

5. The RSPL Limited shall submit methodology for

laying of the pipeline in sandy area and an action plan

for conservation of the sea turtles, if any.

6. The RSPL Limited shall ensure that the laying of

pipeline should be avoided during the breeding period

of sea turtles.

23.5 Finalization of draft TORs for Cumulative Impact

Assessment studies to be undertaken by the APSEZL as per

direction of MOEF, GOI

The Authority was apprised that based on various

complaint/representation received about violations of the CRZ

Notification 2011 and Environmental Clearances conditions by

the APSEZL, , the MOEF, GOI constituted a five member

committee under Chairperson of Smt Sunia Narain, CSE, Delhi

to make site visit and to conduct inspection and submit the

report to the MOEF, GOI. The above said Committee visited the

site and submitted its report to MOEF, GOI on 18-04-2013 with

various recommendations.

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After detailed examination of the recommendations made by the

committee and response submitted by the APSEZL, the MOEF,

GOI has accepted the recommendations of the Committee. Now

based on the recommendations made by the Committee in its

report, the MOEF, GOI vide its letter dated 30th September,

2013 has requested State Government and Gujarat Coastal

Zone Management Authority to take various actions including

to guide and supervise the Cumulative Impact Assessment

studies to be undertaken by the APSEZL for the project already

granted so that future developments can be assessed for

clearance based on cumulative impacts.. Accordingly, the

APSEZL was requested to submit draft TORs. The APSEZL

submitted draft TORs.

The matter was discussed in the 11th Technical Committee

meeting , which was held on 17-05-2014, wherein the

Technical Committee observed that the APSEZL should come

out with detailed methodology to be adopted for each

components to be included in CEIA alongewith locations, time

frame, various models to be used for Air , water, Soil, flora ,

fauna and marine environment, hydrology of the area(River,

Nallah etc), Biodiversity(Each parts should be elaborated) and

Socioeconomic study. It was also suggested to come out with

certain crucial parameter(like PHCs, DO, Heavy metals etc) to

be included in the study. It would be useful to consider the

impact of disposal of sewage from the Mundra Town to identify

the future impacts on the region. It was also decided to call

detailed draft TORs as per above discussion.

Representative of the APSEZL made a detailed presentation on

detailed TORs, before the Technical Committee. The salient

features of the presentation are as follows:

List of EC and CRZ Clearance obtained by APSEZL for Mundra

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Need for Study APSEZL’s Commitment Overall Development Activities in the Region. Cumulative Impact Assessment (CEIA) Valued Environmental and Social Components Overall CEIA Methodology. Components of CEIA Review of EIA reports, ECS, Compliance Reports and Additional studies.

Integration of earlier Environmental Studies conducted by APSEZL

Impacts on land Environment Impacts on Marine Environment Impacts on mangrove Eco-system Socioeconomic Impacts Environment Management Plan

The representative of the APSEZL submitted that following

components would be included as part of CEIA:

• Effects on ambient conditions such as the

incremental contribution of pollutant emissions in an

air shed

• Increases in pollutant concentrations in a water body or

in the soil or sediments, or their bioaccumulation

• Reduction of water flow in a watershed due to multiple

withdrawals

• Increases in sediment loads on a watershed or increased

erosion.

• Interference with migratory routes or wildlife movement.

• Secondary or induced social impacts, such as in-

migration, or more traffic congestion and accidents along

community roadways owing to increases in transport

activity in a project’s area of influence.

• Coastal erosion and hydrodynamic aspects

• Disturbances to the coastal eco-system and bud-flats

• Regional ecological and biodiversity aspects

• Natural steams and storm water runoff

• Fresh water resources (quality and quantity)

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• Ground water resources (quality and quantity)

• Sea water ingression and salinity issues

• Regional air quality impacts

• Regional traffic scenarios

• Solid and hazardous waste disposal aspects

• Fishing and horticulture aspects

• Socioeconomic impacts

All existing facilities developed within 10 km radius will be

considered for the study.

• Expansion of port infrastructure facilities as part of Waterfront

development Project at West Port, South Port and East port.

• Ship recycling facility near west port

• Crane roll-on jetty facility near intake channel

• Setting up of LNG terminal as part of South port development

by GSPC LNG Ltd.

• Existing independent thermal power plants (i) Adani Power

Plant - 4620 MW and (ii) CGPL Tata – 4000 MW

• Multi-product Special Economic Zone in an area of more than

8400 ha comprising of small, medium and large scale

industries such as:

Heavy and light engineering; steel and cement

plant; minerals and metal industries;

Textile and apparel park;

Chemical park; petroleum refinery, pharma park;

plastics park; petrochemical hub;

Auto/auto accessories; power plant; CFS;

FTWZ/logistics.

CGPL has proposed to expand the thermal power

plant to a maximum capacity of 5600 MW

Edible Oil refinery of Adani Wilmar Ltd.

Proposed Coal to Liquid manufacturing facility

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It was further submitted that following areas and period for

study would be considered for CEIA:

For Air quality monitoring boundaries will be 10Km

from APSEZ area.

For Water quality monitoring boundaries will be decided

after the study of watershed in the APSEZ area.

For marine monitoring the boundaries will be 12

Nautical Miles from the APSEZ area

For socioeconomic study administrative boundaries of

Mundra Taluka, Mandvi Taluka and some villages from

Anjar Taluka will be considered

Pre development status and development till next 15

years will be considered as part of proposed cumulative

impact assessment.

Impact scenarios after 5 years, 10 years and 15 years

will be predicted.

It was also submitted following methodology would be adopted for

preparation of CEIA study.

Defining the baseline valued eco-systems(Based on historic

data and published secondary data)

Establishing Regional Terrestrial and Marine Traffic Data

Establishing Regional Socioeconomic Indicators as per IFC

Establishing Regional Water Resources

Establishing Regional Air Quality Trends

Establishing Regional Marine Water and Sediment Quality

Establishing Regional Marine Ecology Status

Establishing Regional Terrestrial Ecology Status

Establishing Regional Fishery Potential

Establishing Regional Groundwater Quality

GIS Mapping of Baseline Data-All collected data will be

transformed into GIS layers and used in models for

predictions.

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Prediction of Cumulative Impacts using Scientific Models

Defining the context for Future Development and Inputs to

Prediction of Impacts

Developing Emission and Discharge Inventories

Cumulative Air Quality Impacts and Carrying Capacity -with

indicators, Models/software to be used and outcome of the

study

Cumulative Regional Surface Water Resources

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Ground Water

Resource

Cumulative Impacts on the Land use Pattern

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Terrestrial Ecological

and Biodiversity

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Estuarine and

Mangrove Eco- system

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Marine Water Quality

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Marine Ecological

Components

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Coastal Erosion and

Shore line Scenario

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Road Traffic

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Ship Traffic and Oil

Spill Risks

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Economic Development

(Inherent and Induced Scenarios)

Cumulative Impacts on Fisheries and Fishermen Livelihood

Cumulative Impacts on the Regional Infrastructure Facilities

Basis for Regional Environment Management Plan

Developing Strategies for Implementing the Regional

Environmental Management Plans in consultation with all

Stakeholders

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The Technical Committee felt that the APSEZL has obtained

several clearances based on various EIA reports prepared,

which could be used for identification of future impacts based

on the collection of present data and using models for

prediction impacts and comparing with present data , which

could established the usefulness of models to be used for future

predictions of impacts.

The Committee suggest to include the number of locations to

be used for CEIA and Impacts on marine biota including the

mangroves In the region and terrestrial flora and fauna of the

region.

As a part of the Regional Economic Development, the APSEZL

may include Economic and Social study, longitivity etc. The

Health study may include the Occupational changes /health

profiles of villagers.

The Committee has also suggested to constitute a monitoring

Committee to oversee the progress made from time to time, and

compliance including members from RO, MOEF, Bhopal, ,

DoEF, GPCB, GMB, Institutes like Gujarat Institute of Desert

Ecology(GIDE) , The Corbett Foundations, TERA etc…

The Authority deliberated the draft TORs submitted by

the APSRZL and decided to approve the TORs with

condition that studies about the biodiversity, Oil Spill,

Hazardous Chemical Handling Plan, Offsite an Onsite

emergency Plan shall have to be incorporated, Long-term

Plan and Short term plan shall also be prepared. It was

also decided that APSEZL shall submit compliance report

to the GCZMA, along with outcomes of all study reports

with negative and positive impacts

23.6 CRZ Clearance for proposed project for laying of treated

effluent disposal pipeline and disposal of effluent in to

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Bhavnagar creek at Bhavnagar, Dist: Bhavnagar by M/S

Madhu Silica Pvt Ltd.

M/S Madhu Silica Pvt Ltd(MSPL), vide its letter dated 03-06-

2014 approached this Department seeking recommendations

from the Gujarat Coastal Zone Management Authority to

MOEF, GOI to grant clearance for their proposed project for

laying of treated effluent disposal pipeline and dispose treated

effluent into Bhavnagar Sea creek at Bhavnagar , Dist:

Bhavnagar.

The proposal of M/S Madhu Silica Pvt Ltd was scrutinized by

the Technical Committee meeting, in its 12th meeting, which

was held on 21-07-2014, wherein the representative of the

MSPL made a presentation before the Technical Committee

about the activities to be carried out in CRZ area, EIA report

prepared by the Indomer Coastal Hydraulics (P) Ltd, Chennai

and CRZ map duly demarcation of HTL CRZ Boundary etc.

Prepared by the Anna University, Chennai (An agency

authorised by the Ministry of Environment and Forests,


The representative of the MSPL submitted that the quantity of

the water would be 417 M3 /hr, total length of the pipeline

would be 10Km, out of which @3.073 Km pipeline would

passes through CRZ area. Based on deliberation and

discussion, the representative of M/S Madhu Silica Pvt Limited

was asked to submit details regarding exact distance of the

outfall point from the existing mangrove patches in the area.

The representative of the MSPL made a presentation before the

GCZMA and submitted that the quantity of the water would be

417 M3 /hr, total length of the pipeline would be 10Km, out of

which @3.073 Km pipeline would passes through CRZ area.

The representative of the MSPL submitted that during

trenching for outfall pipeline there would be some impacts such

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as it would disturb the creek bed resulting in loss of benthic

communities , increases turbidity, which may affect the

photosynthesis process of the water column and Suspended

particles would affect the filter feeders and adult fish will

migrate from the site of impact. however, these impacts would

be temporary in nature and limited to construction period

only. They will use proper bucket type dredger for trenching

and pipes would be installed for transportation of dredged

material. They would adopt controlled method of trenching ,

and silt screens may be deployed to minimised the spread of

Suspended particles.

It was further submitted by the representative of the MSPL that

boat movement and fishing activity would be restricted during

laying of submarine pipelines. However, this impact would be

temporary in nature and limited to construction period only.

Further to this, the reduce the impacts, pipeline laying

operation will be done in shortest duration within 15 days and

barricading the water would be avoided and proper marker

lights indicating obstruction would be installed.

The representative of the MSPL submitted that treated effluent

conforming to the Standards specified by the GPCB would be

discharged through outfall diffuser. The outfall location would

be at Latitude: 21048’ 34.93’’ N, Longitude: 720 08’28.26’’ E.

The depth of the outfall diffuser would be 1.5m with respect to

LTL, having 6 Nos of ports with 225 mm dia, and inclination of

ports would be 300 to horizontal. Mixing zone would be 400 m

on either side of the diffuser. During spring tide, there will be

30 times dilution at 180 m distance into sea and during Neap

tide, there will be 30 times dilution at 300m distance into the

sea.

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As per the CRZ maps prepared by the Anna University,

Chennai duly superimposed for pipeline route and outfall

location, the proposed activities fall within CRZ-I(B), CRZ-III

and CRZ-IV categories and are permissible as per CRZ

Notification 2011.

The Authority deliberated the proposal of M/S Madhu

Silica Pvt Ltd and after detailed discussion, the Authority

decided to recommend to the Ministry of Environment and

Forests, Government of India to grant CRZ Clearance for

proposed project for laying of treated effluent disposal

pipeline and disposal of effluent in to Bhavnagar creek at

Bhavnagar, Dist: Bhavnagar with following Specific

conditions :

1. The MSPL shall have to ensure that there shall not be any

damage to the existing mangrove area.

2. The MSPL shall prepare an emergency plan to protect

existing mangrove in case of any eventuality/accidental

rupture of the pipeline.

3. It shall be ensure by the MSPL that in such cases, the

effluent discharge is immediately stopped till the

adequate measures are taken.

4. The MSPL shall have to carry out massive plantation

including mangrove plantation in 25 ha of land in

consultation with the GEC/Forests Department and

submit an action taken report in this regard to Forests

and Environment Department/MOEF, GOI

23.7 CRZ Clearance for release of storm/waste water through

pipeline from their salt works to the downstream of river

Dhadhar at Magnad Village, Taluka: Jambusar, Dist:

Bharuch by M/S Super Salt Private Limited

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M/S Super Slat Private Limited(SSPL) vide its letter dated 30-06-

2014 has approached this Department seeking recommendations

from the GCZMA for obtaining CRZ clearance from the MoEF,

GOI for their proposed project for discharge of storm water run-off

into estuary of river Dhadhar at Village: Magnad, Taluka:

Jambusar, Dust: Bharuch.

The Authority was apprised that the Technical Committee in its

12th meeting scrutinized the proposal of M/S Super Salt Pvt

Ltd , which was held on 21-07-2014, wherein representative of

the SSPL made a presentation before the Technical Committee

about their proposed activities in CRZ areas, Rapid EIA

prepared by the Kadam Environmental Consultants, Baroda,

and submitted that their unit is situated near Village: Magnad ,

Taluka: Jambusar, Dist: Bharuch and engaged in

manufacturing of Refined , Iodised salt and Industrial salt upto

22000 MT/Month. They have obtained Comment Consents and

Authorization from the Gujarat Pollution Control Board, which

is valid upto 28-02-2018. They have established an

evaporation pond having capacity of 8750 M3 ( 70

mX50mX2.5m) in their premises to collect and reuse of

wastewater(saline water). The representative of the SSPL

submitted they have also obtained CRZ map prepared by the

Anna University, Chennai as per CRZ Notification 2011.

The representative of the SSPL made a presentation before the

GCZMA and It was submitted that in monsoon, during heavy

rains, there is a risk that this pond may get flooded, posing an

environmental hazard to nearby agriculture fields. To mitigate

this problem, and on advise of the GPCB , they have proposed a

plan to lay a pipeline having total length about 3112.65 m ,

out of which, @ 940 m would be passed through CRZ area, to

discharge any occasional excess storm water run-off

downstream of Dhadhar estuary during heavy rainfall. It was

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further submitted that there was no notified/protected

ecologically sensitive area including national park, sanctuary

exists in the area. Total 91 species of flora, 5 mammals , 4

reptiles and 33 bird species and 7 groups of zooplankton were

reported during survey. No trees will be uprooted , herbs,

shrubs and grasses cleared during pipeline laying process.

However plantation alongwith pipeline is recommended in non-

CRZ areas.

It was submitted by the representative of the SSPL that storm

water will be released during monsoon season only. So,

released storm water will not have potential to change

ecosystem or to affect any aquatic life of inundated river.

Regular, vigilance of the pipeline/route will be carried out to

check any accidental damage or leakage from the pipeline and

same will be repaired immediately.

As per the CRZ map prepared by the Anna University, Chennai

duly superimposed for proposed activities, the proposed

activities fall within CRZ –I(B), CRZ-III and CRZ-IV categories

and are permissible activities as per CRZ Notification 2011.

The Authority deliberated the proposal of M/S Super Salt

Private Limited (SSPL) and after detailed discussion, the

Authority decided to recommend to the Ministry of

Environment and Forests, Government of India to grant

CRZ Clearance for release of storm/waste water through

pipeline from their salt works to the downstream of river

Dhadhar at Magnad Village, Taluka: Jambusar, Dist:

Bharuch by M/S Super Salt Private Limited with

following Specific conditions :

1. The SSPL shall have to ensure the storm water discharge

shall be carried out during monsoon period only

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2. The SSPL shall ensure only storm water confirming to the

norms specified by the GPCB shall be discharged into

downstream of Dhadhar estuary

23.8 Clarification regarding applicability of The CRZ Notification

for expansion of their plant at Village: Abrama, Dist: Valsad

by M/S Asha Cellulose (I) Pvt. Ltd.

M/S Asha Cellulose (I) Pvt. Ltd, vide its letter dated

10/07/2013 had approached this Department seeking

clarification from this Department for about the applicability of

CRZ Notification 2011 for expansion of their plant at Village:

Abrama, Dist: Valsad.

The Authority was apprised that the matter of this unit was

scrutinized by the Technical Committee in its meeting , wherein

representative of the Asha Cellulose (I) Pvt. Ltd made a

presentation before the Technical Committee about the CRZ

map alongwith demarcation of HTL CRZ Boundary etc.

Prepared by CESS, Thiruvanthanpuram during 2006 (An

agency authorised by the Ministry of Environment and Forests,


The representative from Asha Cellulose (I) Pvt. Ltd submitted

that as per the superimposition of the proposed site for

expansion of their plant on the CRZ maps, prepared by the

CESS, Thiruvananthapuram, out of total area(22062Sq.M) ,

4800 Sq. area falls under CRZ area., which attracts the

provisions of CRZ Notification.

The committee observed that some of the existing facilities need

to be verified with reference to provisions of CRZ Notification

2011, before taking decisions about applicability for the

proposed expansion. After detailed discussion and deliberation

on the presentation made by the representative of the Asha

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Cellulose (I) Pvt. Ltd, it was decided to carry out a visit of the

site of the Unit.

The Technical Committee was apprised that as decided in the

7th meeting of the Technical Committee, site visit was carried

out by the members of the Technical Committee on 19-02-2014

and the main observations were as under:

There was installation of two storage tanks for Toluene in

CRZ area, which now they have removed and shifted

outside CRZ area.

Existing Sludge Drying Bed, which is a part of the

existing effluent treatment facilities, falling within CRZ

area.

The existing effluent discharge point is falling in the CRZ

area alongwith pipeline from the Final outlet of ETP

There is no existence of any Ecologically Sensitive Areas

in the proposed expansion.

Proposed Expansion facilities are outside CRZ area, as

per superimposition of the same on CRZ map, except

existing SDB and pipeline for disposal of effluent point.

Based on the above observations, the project proponent was

asked to submit clarification for following points.

1. Whether they have obtained permission for discharge of

effluent in to tidal zone of river Auranga under CRZ

Notification 1991 or not?

2. Their future plan for maintaining Zero Discharge for

expansion as well as for existing production capacity.

3. Accordingly, their plan for removal of pipeline and SDB

from the CRZ and maintain Zero Discharge for existing

capacity.

4. Their plan for existing facility till they obtain EC for the

expansion

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The Committee was apprised that the Asha Cellulose (I)Pvt Ltd

submitted its letter dated 11-03-2014 informing that they have

removed storage tanks, which were falling in the CRZ areas

and they agreed to shift the location of the existing SDB falling

in CRZ area to outside CRZ area . They have proposed RO

system followed by MEEE system for which they have already

placed order and made necessary advanced payment for RO

and MEE system. As per the purchase order , the above said

system would be installed and commissioned by August, 2014.

They assured that after installation of RO and MEE , they will

recycle /reuse the entire water treated effluent to achieve Zero

Discharge and they have already requested GPCB for

amendment in CCA accordingly.

The Technical Committee was further apprised that M/S Asha

Cellulose(I) Pvt Ltd vide its letter dated 08-04-2014 has

submitted the progress report along with lay out plan of MEE

System, lay out of RO system, photographs of demolishing old

Sludge Drying Bed and construction of new Sludge Drying Bed

etc.

After detailed discussion and deliberation on Committee report

and actions taken by the Company, the Technical Committee

observed that the proposed expansion facility is outside CRZ

area, as per CRZ map prepared by the CESS,

Thiruvanthanuram. It was also decided to recommend to issue

necessary clarification that the CRZ Notification 2011 is not

applicable to the proposed expansion facilities of this Company.

The Authority deliberated the issues and considering the

CRZ map prepared by the CESS (An authorized agency by

the MOEF&CC, GOI), the Authority decided to issue

necessary clarification regarding the non-applicability of

CRZ Notification 2011 for expansion of their plant at

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Village: Abrama, Dist: Valsad by M/S Asha Cellulose (I)

Pvt. Ltd.

23.9 Clarification regarding applicability of CRZ Notification for

establishment of additional crude Oil Storage Tanks for

BORL, Vadinar , Dist: Jamnagar by M/S Bharat Oman

Refineries Limited

M/S Bharat Oman Refineries Limited (BORL), vide its letter

dated 15-02-2014 has approached this Department seeking

clarification from the GCZMA about applicability of CRZ

Notification 2011 for establishment of additional Crude Oil

Storage tanks for BORL Crude Oil Terminal at Vadinar, Dist:

Jamanagar

Representative of the BORL made a presentation before the

Technical Committee about establishment of additional crude

oil storage tanks at Vadinar, CRZ map duly demarcation of

HTL CRZ Boundary etc. Prepared by the Centre for Earth

Science Studies(CESS), Thiruvananthapuram.

Representative of the BORL submitted that they are presently

operating a crude oil Terminal at Jamnagar for receipt of crude

oil from the Gulf countries. The crude oil Terminal is located in

an acquired are of 167 ha. BORL is currently facing difficulties

of high demurrage due to inadequate storage. It is proposed to

set up 8 new tanks of 60,000 M3, in addition to the existing 8

tanks. It was further submitted by the representative of the

BORL that they had submitted an application to the MOEF,

GOI on December 20, 2013 and the TOR given states require

“CRZ Clearance/recommendations from the State Coastal Zone

Management Authority”

Representative of the BORL submitted that as per the report

and CRZ map prepared by the CESS, the site proposed for

development has on the bank of Sikka creek. The seaside is

along the Gulf of Kutch . Along the Gulf of Kutch side also there

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are few indents through which the sea intrudes into the land in

the form of a creek. The landward extent of CRZ on the

creek/river side will be equal to the width of creek subject to a

maximum of 100m . the water body except the intertidal zones

and mangroves are CRZ-IV. The intertidal zone without

mangroves is CRZ-IB. Mangroves, which are CRZ-IA, are

present on the creek side. Mangroves have a coverage than

1000M2 and hence have a buffer zone of 50 m. The CRZ in the

notified forests area immediately north of project site is CRZ-IA.

Width of the creek is more than 100 m and accordingly the CRZ

on the banks is 100m . The water body and the bed of the river

and the stream connected to the river are CRZ-IV.

The Technical Committee verified the CRZ maps alonwith the

superimposition of the proposed additional tanks on the same

map, it was decided to recommend that proposed additional

tanks are outside the CRZ area. However, it was also decided to

ask the BORL to demarcation of the proposed tanks on CRZ

map prepared by the CESS alongwith different colours and

exact distance from the CRZ boundary. The same has been

submitted by the BORL.


CRZ map prepared by the CESS (An authorized agency by


necessary clarification regarding the non-applicability of

CRZ Notification 2011 for establishment of additional

crude Oil Storage Tanks for BORL, Vadinar , Dist:

Jamnagar by M/S Bharat Oman Refineries Limited

23.10 Environment Clearance for proposed Multi-Product and

CRZ clearance for Desalination , Sea water Intake , Outfall

facility and pipeline at Mundra Taluka: Mundra, Dist:

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Kuchchh by M/S Adani Port and SEZ Limited-re-

verification of the CRZ areas regarding.

M/s Adani Port and SEZ Ltd. had approached this Department

for obtaining recommendation to get CRZ Clearance from the

Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India for

their proposed project for Multi -Product SEZ at Mundra, Dist:

Kuchchh by M/s Adani Port and SEZ Ltd.

As decided in the 14th GCZMA meeting, which was held on 27-

02-2012, the proposal has been recommended to the Ministry

of Environment and Forests, Government of India on 27-03-

2014 to grant CRZ clearance for construction of pipeline for

intake of seawater and laying of treated waste water disposal

pipeline up to a point suggested by the NIO at Mundra by

APSEZ with a specific condition that the MPSEZ shall

ensure that there will not be any mangrove destruction due to

proposed project activity and continuous monitoring system

for Temperature and Salinity shall be provided by the MPSEZ

with all other conditions mentioned therein.

The Authority was further apprised that the Ministry of

Environment and Forests, Government of India vide its letter

dated 26th October, 2012, requested GCZMA to submit

factual position along with the details of SEZ area falling

outside the CRZ as per the approved CZMP. The matter was

discussed in the 17th GCZMA meeting, which was held on 01-

01-2013, wherein the representatives of Adani Port and SEZ

Ltd. made a presentation before the Authority and submitted

that multiproduct SEZ at Mundra is having total notified area

of 8481.2784 ha for which Expert Appraisal Committee has

recommended EC and CRZ clearance in its meeting dated 9-

10th July, 2012 . Now as per present status 1840 ha which

was forests area, diverted for SEZ, is already de-notified by

the Ministry of Commerce for its contiguity, so total balance

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area is 6641.2784ha. It was further submitted by the APSEZ

that they have already applied for its notification again by

solving the contiguity related issues raised by the Ministry of

Commerce. Same was in process and this issue is likely to be

resolved in short time. They have already requested the MoEF,

GOI that only permissible activities would be carried out in CRZ

area as per CRZ Notification as applicable. It was requested to

recommend the MoEF, GOI for the same.

The MPSEZ had also submitted the CRZ maps showing the

total SEZ area and area which falls within CRZ boundary,

which is prepared by the CESS, Thiruvanthapuram(one of the

authorized agencies by the MoEF, GOI). As per the CRZ map

submitted, the area classification is as under:

Total Area Notified as SEZ(earlier)- 8481.2784 ha

Area de-notified by the Ministry of Commerce: 1840 ha

Present Notified SEZ area: 6641.2784 ha

CRZ buffer area in present Notified area of SEZ- 630ha

CRZ-1(B) area in present notified area- 843.39 ha

Thus total area in present notified SEZ , which fall within CRZ

area is 1473.39 ha. If the de-notified SEZ area(1840 ha) again

notified as SEZ, following CRZ area would be added to the

above area:

CRZ buffer area in present de-notified area of SEZ- 470

ha

CRZ 1(B) area in present de-notified are of SEZ -120.87

ha

The Authority deliberated the issues, and as there was no

change in earlier recommendations made to MoEF, GOI, it was

decided to forward the factual report to the Ministry of

Environment and Forests, Government of India mentioning

the about the total land falling within CRZ area as per the CRZ

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map prepared by the CESS, Thiruvananthapuram(one of the

agency authorized by the MoEF, GOI) for consideration of

earlier recommendation at their end. Accordingly, a letter was

written to the MOEF, GOI on 09-01-2013 conveying the

decision of the GCZMA about the classification of CRZ areas,

based on the CRZ maps prepared by the, CESS,

Thiruvanthanpuram.

The Authority was apprised that the Ministry of Environment

and Forests, Government of India , vide its letter dated 3rd

April, 2014 requested GCZMA to re-verify and certify the

HTL/CRZ area, which was already approved in 17th GCZMA

meeting. Accordingly, the APSEZL on 16-04-2014 was asked to

submit details about exact area falling within CRZ area and

submit clarification whether there is any change in their

proposal submitted for obtaining recommendations from the

GCZMA.

The APSEZL vide its letter dated 23rd April, 2014 has clarified

that there is no change in their proposal submitted earlier for

obtaining recommendations, which is already recommended by

the GCZMA. They have also submitted a CRZ map with

superimposition of Mundra SEZ area on the authorized map of

HTL and CRZ boundary prepared by the CESS,

Thiruvanthpuram. The Authority was further apprised that Dr. K. V.

Thomas was requested to remain present during meeting, and

it was agreed by him to send a representative from CESS, as

he was to remain present due to his pre-occupancy. However,

during meeting, nobody remained present from CESS.

The representative of the APSEZL made a presentation about

the methodology adopted for the superimposition of the SEZ

areas on CRZ maps prepared by the CESS, Thiruvanthpuram

based on the standard guidelines issued by the MOEF, GOI. It

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was submitted that there was no change in any of the activity

and areas, as submitted earlier.

The Authority deliberated and discussed the issue and CRZ

map prepared by the CESS, Thiruvanthpuram and after

detailed discussion, it was decided to form a committee of the

following members/officials to verify the HTL/CRZ area

demarcated on CRZ map prepared by the CESS and to submit

the report within a week time:

1. Shri T.P.Singh, Director,BISAG, Gandhinagar

2. Shri R.I.Shah, Member, GCZMA

3. Director(Environment), Forests and

Environment Department

4. Shri K.V.Thomas, Director, or his

representative CESS, Thiruvanthpuram

The Committee may invite the APSEZ to explain the

methodology adopted by them for superimposition of their SEZ

areas and various activities on CRZ maps and for calculation of

the areas falling within CRZ area and outside CRZ area.

The Authority also authorized the Chairman, GCZMA to take

decision to reply to the Ministry of Environment and Forests,

Government of India on receipt of the report from the above

mentioned Committee.

Based on above decision, a meeting of the abovementioned

committee was held and it was decided that that CESS,

Thiruvananthapuram would verify the CRZ maps prepared by

different authorized agencies for different time periods, and

the methodology adopted by the APSEZL for superimposition of

the same to prepare an integrated CRZ map, and would give

its opinion. The CESS vide its letter dated 20th August, 2014

has submitted its report and it is concluded as under:

“The HTL prepared for entire SEZ area combining different

segments for which CRZ mapping was done in different scales

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by different agencies during periods of time has been verified

with respect to the methodology adopted and the positional

accuracy of different features in the outputs maps, It is found

that the combined HTL for the coastal zone of the SEZ area is

reasonably accurate”


opinion given by the by the CESS(An authorized agency by


necessary clarification regarding re-verification of the

HTL boundary and CRZ area for APSEZL , as desired by

the MOEF&CC , GOI.

23.11 CRZ Clearance for proposed windmill project at Village:

Ratdi, Dist: Porbandar by M/S K. P. Energy Private Limited

M/S K.P. Energy Private Limited , vide its application dated

04-08-2014 has approached this Department seeking

recommendations from the Gujarat Coastal Zone Management

Authority for obtaining CRZ Clearance from Ministry of

Environment and Forests, Government of India for their

proposed Wind Farm project (at five locations) at Village: Ratdi,

Dist: Porbandar

The Authority was apprised that the proposal of M/S K.P.

Energy Pvt Ltd(KPEPL) was scrutinized by the Technical

Committee in its 13th meeting, which was held on 09-09-2014 ,

wherein representative of the K.P .Energy Pvt Ltd about various

activities to be carried out in the CRZ area, EIA report prepared

by the Bhagwati Enviro Care Pvt Ltd, Ahmedabad and CRZ map

prepared by the Anna University, Chennai. During discussion,

the KPEPL was requested to submit various details , the same

have been furnished by the Industry.

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Representative of M/S K. P. Energy Private Limited (KPEPL)

made a presentation before the GCZMA and submitted that

they have proposed 30MW wind energy project on the coast of

Porbandar at Village Ratdi. Total 17 wind turbines to be

installed in this project, out of which only 5 wind turbines

would be installed in Coastal Regulation Zone, and wind energy

project are exempted from the Environmental Impact

Assessment (EIA) Notification 2006. It was further submitted

that the proposed project activities are not likely to have any

significant impacts on the vegetation of the project area and the

study area. Temporary and small scale construction activities

in the proposed core area and related to foundation

construction would involve movement of vehicles and people,

digging of soil, material loading , etc. Therefore, the impact on

fauna due to this project is likely to be temporary and

insignificant as only 5 turbines are to be constructed.

The representative of the KPEPL submitted that since the wind

turbines installation would be done away from the marine

water, its impact on marine environment are likely to be

negligible. The marine environment in the vicinity of the project

site does not have any significant eco-system such as coral reef,

mangroves or sea grass bed. The proposed project are ot likely

to produce any toxic gases, waste water etc and therefore, no

discharge of toxic gases, waste water in to the nearby

environment. The sand coast near project site is known for

sporadic nesting of sea turtle, and in absence of any project

activity during night, no disturbance envisaged in nesting

activity of sea turtle. The proposed project have a positive

impacts on employment generation in surrounding areas.

The representative of the KPEPL that all blades of Windmill will

be painted with orange colour as per International Standards.

Jumpers at 33 kv Electrical Overhead lines would be insulated.

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Spike guards on channels at poles would be provided to reduce

bird sitting on sensitive electrical items, and minimum 2.0

meters distance would be maintained between two conductors

lines. No endangered, rare, threatened or endemic species of

reptiles reported in the project area, so there would not be any

impact of this project on reptiles. No notified wetlands are

located in study area or its immediate proximate. No

endangered, rare bird species found in the study area during

study and no carcasses of birds found in nearby wind turbines

across sea coast founded or reported, therefore, there would

not be any impact on any migratory birds habitat due to

proposed project. .

As per CRZ map prepared by the Anna University, Chennai

duly superimposed for proposed location, the proposed project

fall within CRZ-III category, wherein proposed activities are

permissible activity, as per CRZ Notification 2011.

The Authority deliberated the proposal of M/S K.P. Energy

Pvt Ltd(KPEPL) , and after detailed discussion, the

Authority decided to recommend to the Ministry of

Environment and Forests, Government of India to grant

CRZ Clearance for proposed windmill project at Village:

Ratdi, Dist: Porbandar by M/S K. P. Energy Private Limited

with following Specific conditions :

1. The KPEPL shall have to paint all blade of the

windmills with orange colours as per International

Standards to prevent bird hit .

2. The KPEPL shall take maximum precautions during

construction phase to ensure that the surrounding

reserved forests areas are not disturbed and the power

lines are placed away from the forests and water

bodies.

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3. The KPEPL shall have to ensure that overhead

electrical lines are insulated, spike guard on channels

at poles are provided and minimum distance of 2.0 m

shall be maintained between two conductors.

23.12 Comments regarding permission /relaxation in restriction

on mining activities in CRZ area .

The Authority was apprised that the Secretary, Western Gujarat

Chamber of Industries vide its letter dated 21-08-2014

approached Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate

change requesting the Ministry to permit /relaxation in

restriction of on mining activities in CRZ areas.

The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change vide

its letter dated 11-09-2014 requested the Gujarat Coastal Zone

Management Authority to examine the issues raised and send

comments of GCZMA in this regards.

The representative of the Western Gujarat Chamber of

Industries made a presentation before the Authority and

submitted that if Lime stone mining is permitted after 60

meters from the HTL, there would not be any impact on marine

environment and stability of the coast. They have also quoted

reports prepared by the NIO, Mumbai and Central Mining

Research Institute, Jharkhand on the subject matter. Copies

of these reports handed over to the Authority.

The Authority deliberated the issues and felt that this

issue needs to be verified in details and report submitted

by the Western Gujarat Chamber of Industries needs to be

studied in details before arriving at any conclusion. It was

decided to take up this matter in next meeting of the

GCZMA.

The meeting ended with a vote of thanks to the Chair

Si n kiGN, Lt ize_ A

23 rd GCZMA Meeting

List of participant who attended the meeting of the Gujarat Coastal Zone Management Authority ( GCZMA ) held on 16-10-2014 at 03:30 hours under the Chairmanship of Shree P.K. Taneja, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary,

Forest & Environment Department, Gandhinagar Sr No Name of participant

Shri D. J. Pandian, 1AS

Additional Chief Secretary, Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, Sachivalaya, Gandhinagar Shri G. R. Aloria, 1AS

Additional Chief Secretary, Urban Development & Urban Housing Department, Government of Gujarat, Sachivalaya, Gandhinagar Shri A. K. Rakesh, 1AS

Vice Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Gujarat Maritime Board, Sector-10A, 0..: Air Fo ce Station, Gandhina ar. Shri Rajeeva, IFS c ti-cws \Qs, Prpccv Loom Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Gujarat State, Aran a Bhavan, Sector - 10A, Gandhinagar. Shri C. N. Pandey, IFS

Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife), Gujarat State, Aran a Bhavan, Sector - 10A, Gandhinagar. Mr. P. L. Darbar, 1AS Block No-10/3, Jivaraj Mehta Bhavan, et Gandhina r

N• #1 D9' bi4V--11/411

Signature

Shri A.K. FS Member Secretary , Gujarat Ecology Commission, Gandhinagar

v)si

Shri Hardik Shah,Director(Environment) and Additional Secretary,

Forests and Environment Department, Gandhina•ar Shri T. P. Singh,Director, Bhaskaracharya Institute of Space Application and Geo-informatics, Near Info Cit , Ch-0 Circle, Gandhinagar Shri P. L. Sharma, Chief Town Planner, Gujarat State, Old Sachivalaya, Block No-14/2, Gandhinagar

Dr.P.K.Ghosh,Director,

Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Bhavnagar or his senior representative The Member Secretary Gujarat Pollution Control Board, Gandhinagar

Dr. Ajai,Director,

Space Application Centre, Ahmedabad or his senior representative Ahmedabad

Prof. Nikhil Desai, Department of Geology, M.S. University, Vadodara

Shri Rajesh .1. Shah Managing Trustee, VIKAS Centre for Development, Ishavasyam, Ahmedabad.

Dr/. H. B. ef-tiieAi/4-41)

Nesaed .ion'

ANNEXURE – B

List of the representative who attended the 23rd Gujarat Coastal

Zone Management Authority meeting which was held on

16/10/2014 at 15:30 hrs in the Committee Room, Block No:

14/8th Floor, Forests and Environment Department, New

Sachivalay, Gandhinagar.

1. Representative of M/S Vadinar Oil Terminal Limited

2. Representative of M/S Sapoonji Pallonji Energy

Gujarat Pvt Limited

3. Representative of M/S M/S RSPL limited

4. M/S Madhu Silica Pvt Ltd.

5. Representative of M/S Super Salt Private Limited

6. Representative of M/S M/S Asha Cellulose (I) Pvt.

Ltd.

7. Representative of M/S Bharat Oman Refineries

Limited

8. Representative of M/S Adani Port and SEZ Limited

9. Representative of M/S K. P. Energy Private Limited

10. Representative of the Western Gujarat Chamber

of Industries

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