INTRODUCTION

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Name of the project : Bhadradri Thermal Power Station
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Location/ Site alternatives under consideration: Villages of Ramanujavaram,
Edulabayyaram and Seetharamapuram in Manuguru and Pinapaka mandals, Khammam
district, The details of proposed power plant are presented
Telangana.
Sr. No. Features
below in Table-1
Details of Power Plant

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Project
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size and magnitude
Capacity 1080 MW
of the operation:
2 Configuration 4 X 270 MW

3 Type of boilers and technology Pulverized coal and sub-critical. The boilers are designed for 100% imported coal and also for blended coal (50% indigenous
and 50% imported coal)
4 Power evacuation Switchyard of 400 kV

5 Fuel 1. 4.07 MTPA-Metric tonne per annum (50% domestic coal + 50 % imported coal) at 85% PLF
2. 3.24 MTPA-Metric tonne per annum (100% imported coal) at 85% PLF
6 Source of Coal Domestic coal is proposed to be sourced from the SCCL mines and imported coal will be sourced from Indonesia or other
available good quality imported coal.

7 ESP efficiency 99.9%

8 Stacks 2 stacks 275-m height each with twin flue

9 Water Requirement 3291 m3/hr

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Expected cost of the project: Rs. 7290.60 Crores which includes about Rs. 388
Crores for environmental protection and mitigation measures.
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Screening Category: As per Environment Impact Assessment Notification dated
14th September, 2006, commissioning or operation of thermal power plants (≥500
HISTORY
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The State government acquired 1,400 acres from 1,200 farmers of
Chikkudugunta, Dammakapeta, Manuguru and Pinapaka mandals and
disbursed Rs 63 crore by way of compensation

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The NGT(National Green Tribunal) had ordered a stay on the work on a
petition challenging the government's decision to take up the project with
subcritical technology instead of supercritical technology that is the policy of
the Union government.

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After the TS government filed a review petition, the NGT lifted the stay and
asked the MoEF to look into the TS government’s representation and take a
decision. TSGENCO received information that the ministry had cleared the
project.

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Chief Minister of Telangana Kalvakuntla Chandrashekar Rao laid down
foundation stone for this project on 28-March-2015. The project started to
help resolve the power crisis in Telangana.

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TS Govt is planning to make this plant operational within 3 years.Plant
construction is by Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited. MoEF has given
environment clearance to the project on 15.03.2017 and BHEL has start EPC
(engineering procurement and construction) works on war footing to
complete the first Unit by 2019.
 DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE

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Land requirement for the proposed project: 936.92 acres (379.1587 ha)
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Elevation : 65 to 75 m above MSL(Mean
Sea Level)
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Type of Land : Agricultural land
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Temperature : varied from 44.8°C and 13.0°C
respectively (Max and Min)
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Relative humidity : varies from 31% to 82 %
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Average annual total rainfall : 1050.6 mm
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Seismic Zone : site falls under Zone-III (As
per IS 1893 (Part-I): 2002). PROPOSED
PLANT SITE

LOCATION MAP

Khammam District, Manuguru & Pinapaka MandalsProposed Plant site

photographs
Telangana
 LAND USE PATTERN
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The land use pattern of the study area
indicated built-up land of 2.47%, forest
land of 50.86%, land under agriculture is
about 40.72%, waste land is about
8.24% and water bodies contribute
about 16.31% in the study area.

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The present land use will be converted
into industrial land use. This will be an
irreversible change. Forest land is not
involved in the proposed plant site. The
existing trees/shrubs/plantation will be
retained to the extent possible in line
with the plant design. Further, suitable
SCOPE OF THE STUDY
To prepare EIA report for various environmental components including air, noise, water,
land and biological components along with parameters of human interest which may be
affected and toFOR
STUDY AREA prepare
EIA an EMP (Environment Management Plan) for mitigating adverse
impacts.
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The study area for the Environment Impact Assessment is 10 km radius area around
the boundary of proposed power plant, ash pond area.
NEED OF PROJECT:

Power Demand and Supply Analysis:

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The state of Telangana requires
substantial addition to its power
generating capacity to meet power
demand of its rapidly growing
industrial, agricultural and other
sectors.
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Presently, the peak demand supply
Fig 2: Study Area Map(10 Km radius)
gap in the state of Telangana is
METHODOLOGY OF THE STUDY

Reconnaissance survey was conducted by Vimta Labs Limited, Hyderabad and

officials of M/s. TSGENCO (Telangana State Power Generation Corporation Limited )
and sampling locations were identified on the basis of:
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Predominant wind direction, expected during the period of baseline monitoring in
the study area as recorded by India Meteorological Department (IMD) at
Khammam;
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Topography and location of surface water bodies like ponds, canals and rivers;
Location of villages/towns/sensitive areas;
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Identified pollution pockets, if any, within the study area; Accessibility, power
availability and security of monitoring equipment;
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Areas which represent baseline conditions;
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Collection, collation and analysis of baseline data for various environmental
attributes.
The monitoring details are outlined and the methodology for sampling and analysis are
Sr. No. Attribute Parameters Frequency of Monitoring
given below:
1 Ambient air quality PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NOx, CO, Hg, Ozone, C6H6, Ozone, C6H6, NH3, Lead, Arsenic and Nickel and Mercury
NH3, Lead, Arsenic and Nickel and Mercury The monitoring was carried out at 10 locations and 24 hourly samples
collected at each location with a frequency of twice a week from
March 2015 to May 2015 representing pre monsoon season. CO
samples were collected on 8-hour basis
2 Meteorology Wind speed, direction, temperature, relative Temperature, relative humidity, rainfall & duration and other non-
humidity, rainfall & duration and other non- instrumental observations
instrumental observations a) Continuous hourly recording through setting up of site
meteorological station at proposed site from the period of March
2015 to May 2015
b) Data collected from secondary sources like IMD station,
Khammam
3 Water quality Physical, chemical and bacteriological Samples were collected for pre-monsoon season. Once during season
parameters of the study period at 11 locations (for 5 ground water and 6 surface
water)

4 Ecology Existing terrestrial and aquatic flora and fauna Once during study period through field visits
5 Soil characteristics Soil profile, characteristics, soil type and texture, Samples were collected pre-monsoon season. Once during season
heavy metal, NKP value etc during the study period at 10 locations
6 Land use Land use for different categories Based on data published in latest district census handbooks and
Satellite imagery
7 Noise levels Noise levels in dB (A) Study was conducted during pre-monsoon season. Once during
season of study period at 10 locations
8 Socio-economic aspects Socio-economic characteristics, labour force Detailed study on Socio-economic and corporate social responsibility
characteristics plan for proposed plant by M/s Centre for Management and Social
Research, Hyderabad
9 Geology Geological history Based on data collected from secondary sources

10 Hydrology (Surface and Drainage area and pattern, nature of streams, Detailed hydrogeology study was conducted by M/s National Institute
Ground) aquifer characteristics, recharge and discharge of Hydrogeology, Kakinada
areas
11 Risk assessment, Disaster Identify areas where disaster can occur and Based on pool fire modelling and risk assessment studies
Management Plan and identify areas of occupational hazards
Occupational Health and
Safety
DEMOGRAPHIC DETAILS (in study area)
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The demography and socio-economic conditions prevailing in the 10 km radius of the
proposed project area Ramanujavaram revenue village in Manuguru Mandal, pinaka,
Cherla, Venkatapuram mandals in Khammam district of Telangana is analysed.
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The project proponent is committed to take up the socio-economic development
initiatives not only to minimize the negative impact on the population and also to
improve the socio-economic status of population living in 10 km radius of the plant as its
sustained effort as part of corporate social responsibility.
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Total Population - 140048
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Average Household Size - 3.83
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Population Density - 273 people per km2
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Sex Ratio -1030 females per 1000 males.
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Literacy -67.10%
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Occupational structure -Total work participation is 47.25% and the nonworkers constitute
52.75% of the total population respectively. The main workers to the total workers are
87.55% and the marginal workers constitute to 12.45% to the total workers
PROJECT AFFECTED FAMILIES
The proposed project is affecting the population in three (3) Revenue Villages of Two
Mandals;
1. Ramanujavaram (Manuguru Mandal)
2. Sitaramapuram (Pinapaka Mandal)
3. Edulla Bayyaram (Pinpaka Mandal)
Detailed Socio-economic survey is conducted by the District Administration and TS
GENCO jointly, has identified the Project Affected Families (PAFs) due to alienation of
land for the project.
IMPACT ASSESSMENT AND MITIGATION MEASURES

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The environmental impacts are categorized as either primary or secondary
impacts.
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Primary impacts are those, which are attributed directly to the project.
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Secondary impacts are those, which are indirectly induced and typically include
the associated investment and changed pattern of social and economic activities
by the proposed action.
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The impacts have been assessed for the proposed power plant assuming that the
pollution due to the existing activities has already been covered under baseline
environmental
Impacts monitoring Phase
during Construction and continue to remain same till the operation of the
project.
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The includes theand
following activities
operational related
phase toproposed
of the leveling ofthermal
site, construction
power plantof
related structures
comprises and installation
various activities, each ofofwhich
related equipment.
may have an impact on some or all
Impacts during Operational Phase
environmental parameters.
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The proposed plant operation will involve 1080 MW of power generation. The
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Various impacts during the construction and operation phase on the environment
activities related to the operational phase will have varying impacts on the
ANTICIPATED ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION
Discipline Potential Negative Probable source Mitigation Measures Remarks
impacts
Constructional Impact
Water Quality Increase in suspended Loose soil at During monsoon season
solids due to soil run-off construction site run off from
during heavy construction site will be
precipitation routed to a temporary
sedimentation tank for
settlement of
suspended solids
Air Quality Increase in dust and Leveling activity and Sprinkling of water in The impact will be low,
NOx concentration Heavy vehicular the construction area as the main approach
movement and on unpaved roads. road will be tarred.
Proper maintenance of
vehicles will be done.
Noise Increase in noise level Construction Equipment will be kept Workers will be
equipment in good condition to provided necessary
keep the noise level protective equipment
within 90 dB(A) e.g. ear plug, earmuffs
Terrestrial Ecology Clearing of Vegetation Soil enabling activities Landscaping and Plantation will be done
extensive plantation
will be done
Socio Economics Land oustees Land Acquisition There is no
displacement of people.
Proper compensation
will be paid to the land
loosers.
Discipline Potential Negative Probable source Mitigation Measures Remarks
impacts
Operational impact
Water Quality Deterioration of surface Discharge from Adequate treatment facilities The plant effluent after
water quality various plant units will be provided. Water will treatment will be
not be discharged outside the reused. All treated
plant premises. Zero discharge effluents will be
concept will be implemented. brought to the guard
pond for dilution and
will be used for
horticulture and
greenbelt
development.
Air Quality Increase in PM, SO2 and Stack emissions and 99.9% efficient ESPs (electro The resultant air
NOx levels in ambient air coal stockyards and static precipitator) will be quality will conform to
CHP(combined heat installed to control Particulate the stipulated
and power station). Matter. Bi flue Stack of 275 m standards. Particulate
will be provided for the proper emission from stack
dispersion of pollutants. will be kept below 50
Motorable roads in the plant mg/Nm
area will be paved to reduce
dust emission.
Solid waste Fly ash and bottom ash. From the ESP’S fly ash will be supplied to Dust generation in ash
cement industries and brick pond will be controlled
manufacturing units by maintaining the
area in wet condition
Discipline Potential Negative Probable source Mitigation Measures Remarks
impacts
Ecology
Terrestrial Impact on plant species Emissions from stack. Emission will be As Ambient air quality
controlled as well as will be within limits,
dispersed through no active injury to the
appropriate design vegetation
Aquatic Impact on water bodies Treated wastewater The wastewater will be There will not be any
from plant provided with adequate discharge outside the
treatment and diluted in plant boundary (Zero
Guard Pond and the discharge). Hence, no
treated wastewater will significant impact on
be used for Horticulture aquatic life
purposes

Noise Increase in noise levels Equipment in main Equipment will be Employees working in
in the plant area plant and auxiliaries designed to conform to high noise areas
noise levels prescribed by would be provided
regulatory agencies. earplugs/ earmuffs as
Provision of green belt protective devices
and plantation would
further help in
attenuating noise
Demography and Strain on existing Influx of people of Local population will be Overall socioeconomic
Socioeconomics amenities like housing, proposed power plant given preference in status of the area is
water sources and employees as well as awarding work. No expected to improve
sanitation, medical and contractor's employees/ significant impact is
infrastructure facilities. labourers envisaged. Additional
facilities will be
developed by the project
proponents
IMPACT ON SOCIO - ECONOMIC ASPECTS
The project is expected to have following impending impacts that any industrialization
would create on demographic, socio-economic and health conditions of the study area.
The anticipated impacts of this project on various aspects is described as following:
1. Impact on Human Settlement
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There is no habitation at the project site and there will not be any displacement of the
population for this project as there is no habitations/settlements are proposed for
acquisition separately. Hence, the issue of Rehabilitation and Resettlement plan is
proposed for the agriculture land oustees only.
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As per the proposed project plan the nearby living inhabitants will not be disturbed,
hence the project is not anticipated to have any significant adverse impact on the
population in study area.
2. Impact on Population Growth
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This project will have an impact on the population growth, as it will provide some
employment to the families in the nearby villages. It is assumed that half of the
employees will be from the study area itself. The local ST/SC communities which are
4. Impact on Civic Amenities
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The study area has reasonably developed with improved network of roads, educational
institutions, post office, communication, entertainment and health care facilities, but
the drinking water facility for the poor and interior villages in the study area has to be
improved as it is found that these villages have scarcity of safe drinking water.
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The construction of new roads in the project area has enhanced the transportation
facilities. With improved transportation facilities there is always a scope for further
development. Overall a positive impact on civic amenities and improved living
conditions is expected.
5. Impact on Health Care Facilities
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Due to the development of the villages with infrastructure facilities like, safe drinking
water, sanitation, health centers and education facilities, the positive impact on the
health condition of the population is noted and the same is expected to continue.
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But the urbanization due to industrialization may have impact on health status of both
migrants and local population. The incidence of public health like, HIV/AIDS, TB and
other respiratory related issues may increase.
 POSITIVE IMPACTS OF THE PROJECT DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE
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Construction workers both technical and non-technical;
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Development of transportation and travel industry;
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Automobile servicing centers;
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Hotels and canteens;
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Markets and shopping complex;
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Labor contractors;
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Electricals and maintenance;
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Internet, xerox and printing;
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Education institutions;
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Health services sector;
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Earth work and reclamation business;
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Diary and goatary industry;
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Grocery shops;
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Other ancillary units will develop in the process of
CONCLUSION
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The proposed project does not have significant pollution potential. With proper and
judicious implementation of the mitigation and environment management
measures, the impacts can be minimized and can be maintained well within the
permissible limits specified by the regulatory authorities.
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This project has certain level of marginal impacts on the local environment.
However, development of this project has certain beneficial impact/effects in terms
of bridging the electrical power demand and supply gap and providing employment
opportunities that will be created during the course of its setting up and as well as
during the operational phase of the project.