Env Impact Assessment

Capital Development Authority (CDA)
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Of Khayaban-e-Margalla From G.T. Road to Sector D-12, Islamabad
Contents
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS.......................................................................................................................................iv
LIST OF ANNEXURES.................................................................................................................................................v
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY...........................................................................................................................................vi
CHAPTER 1...................................................................................................................................................................1
INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................................................................1
1.1 GENERAL....................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 BACKGROUND...........................................................................................................................................1
1.3 INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................................2
1.4 STUDY OBJECTIVE...................................................................................................................................2
1.5 NEED FOR EIA STUDY..............................................................................................................................2
1.6 LAWS AND LEGISLATIONS IN ICT........................................................................................................3
1.6.1 ICT Development Laws and Regulations.............................................................................................3
1.6.2 Islamabad Environmental Improvement Act, 1995..............................................................................3
1.6.3 The Cutting of Trees (Prohibition Act), 1975......................................................................................4
1.7 CONSULTANCY SERVICES.....................................................................................................................4
1.8 CONTACT PERSONS..................................................................................................................................4
1.9 STUDY TEAM.............................................................................................................................................4
1.10 STUDY APPROACH & METHODOLOGY....................................................................................................5
1.10.1 Study Approach..........................................................................................................................................5
1.10.2 Methodology...............................................................................................................................................5
1.11 COMPONENTS OF REPORT.....................................................................................................................7
CHAPTER 2...................................................................................................................................................................7
PROJECT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................................................7
2.1 THE PROJECT.............................................................................................................................................7
2.2 OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT.......................................................................................................................9
2.3 EXISTING CONDITION OF PROJECT AREA.........................................................................................9
2.3.1 Proposed Area for Alignment.............................................................................................................10
2.3.2 Structures............................................................................................................................................10
2.3.3 Utilities...............................................................................................................................................10
2.4 TRAFFIC STUDY......................................................................................................................................11
2.6 COST OF PROJECT...................................................................................................................................12
2.8 GEOMETRIC DESIGN CRITERIA...........................................................................................................13
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2.9 WORK FORCE REQUIREMENT DURING CONSTRUCTION.............................................................13

2.10 PLANT AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENT..............................................................................................14
2.11 APPROVAL FOR SITE FACILITY...............................................................................................................15
2.11.1 Location for Camp Site.............................................................................................................................15
2.11.2 Location of Dumping of Surplus Waste...................................................................................................15
CHAPTER 4.................................................................................................................................................................18
PUBLIC CONSULTATION........................................................................................................................................18
4.1 INTRODUTION.........................................................................................................................................18
4.2 METHODOLOGY......................................................................................................................................18
4.3 OBJECTIVES OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION........................................................................................18
4.4 OBJECTIVES OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION........................................................................................19
4.5 STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGEMETN PLAN.............................................................................................20
4.5.1 Consultations Findings.......................................................................................................................21
4.6 CONSULTATION AND PARTICIPATION PROCESS...........................................................................22
CHAPTER 5.................................................................................................................................................................24
ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES.............................................24
5.1 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT CORRIDORS...........................................................................................24
5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT MATRICES.............................................................................................24
5.3 Anticipated Impacts during Pre-Construction/Design Phase ......................................................

5.3.1 Land Use and Soil ...............................................................................................................
5.3.2 Land Acquisition and Clearance .........................................................................................
5.3.3 Physical/Regional Cultural Resource(s) .............................................................................
5.3.4 Social Issues .......................................................................................................................
5.3.5 Ecological Impacts ..............................................................................................................
5.3.6 Air and Noise Quality ..........................................................................................................
5.3.7 Solid Waste Management ...................................................................................................
5.3.8 Public Utilities ......................................................................................................................
5.3.9 Hydrologic Regime ..............................................................................................................

5.3.10 Camp Sites ..........................................................................................................................

5.3.11 Health and Safety ................................................................................................................
5.3.12 Resource Conservation .......................................................................................................
5.4 Anticipated Impacts during Construction Phase .........................................................................
5.4.1 Land Use .............................................................................................................................
5.4.2 Soil ......................................................................................................................................
5.4.3 Surface and Ground Water, Drainage and Hydrology ........................................................
5.4.4 Camp Sites ..........................................................................................................................
5.4.5 Health and Safety ................................................................................................................
5.4.6 Pollution Prevention and Abatement ...................................................................................
5.4.7 Biodiversity Conservation and Natural Resources ..............................................................
5.4.8 Traffic Management/Safety .................................................................................................
5.5 Anticipated Impacts during Operational Phase ...........................................................................
5.5.1 Ecology (Flora & Fauna) .....................................................................................................
5.5.2 Surface and Groundwater ...................................................................................................
5.5.3 Air and Noise Quality ..........................................................................................................
5.5.4 Waste/Hazardous Waste ....................................................................................................
5.5.5 Road Maintenance Works ...................................................................................................
5.5.6 Road Safety .........................................................................................................................
5.5.7 Improved Vehicle Condition ................................................................................................
5.5.8 Social Impacts .....................................................................................................................
CHAPTER 6 ................................................................................................................................................
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING PLAN ...............................................................
6.1 General ........................................................................................................................................
6.2 Institutional Responsibilities ........................................................................................................
6. 3 Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan ....................................................................
6.4 Monitoring Mechanism ...............................................................................................................
6.5 Compliance of EMMP .................................................................................................................
CHAPTER 7 ................................................................................................................................................

CONCLUSION ............................................................................................................................................
7.1 RECOMMENDATIONS ...............................................................................................................
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
IEE Initial Environmental Examination
EIA Environmental Impact Assessment
NEQs National Environmental Quality Standards
Pak- EPA Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency
NOC No Objection Certificate
PEPA Pakistan Environmental Protection Act
CDA Capital Development Authority
ICT Islamabad capital Territory
BES Baseline Environmental Study
EMP Environmental Management Plan
ROW Right of Way
COI Corridor of Impact
LAA Land Acquisition Act
TDS Total Dissolved Solids
DO Dissolved Oxygen
PM Particulate Matter
dB Decibel
NOx Nitrogen Oxide
SOx Sulphur Oxides
NO2 Nitrogen Dioxide
SO2 Sulphur Dioxide
CO Carbon Monoxide
EMR Environmental Monitoring Report
EMMP Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan
EE Environmental Engineer
CC Construction Contractor
SC Supervisory Consultant
DC Design Consultant
EC Environmental Committee

ISO International Organization for Standardization

USGS United States Geological Survey
VVIP Very Important Personalities
GT Grand Trunk
NARC National Agricultural Research Centre
ISI Inter-Services Intelligence
EMC Environmental Management Committee
LIST OF ANNEXURES
Annex-1 Environmental Monitoring Reports
Annex-2 Plantation Plan
Annex-3 Construction Safety Management Plan
Annex-4 Typical Pavement Design
Annex-5 Design of Culverts

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Introduction
The proposed project is part of Islamabad Master Plan and starts from N-5 and ends at Service road east
sector D-12 Islamabad. The development of proposed project would be in two packages. Package-I starts
from GT-Road (N-5) and ends at sector D-12 Islamabad. Whereas Package-II starts from sector D-12 and
ends at Khayaban-e-Iqbal Zone III Islamabad. The total length of Package-I (GT-Road to D-12) is around
10.4 km.
The Project
The project of Khayaban-e-Margalla is part of the Islamabad Master Plan and is located in Zone-I of
Islamabad, running parallel to Sectors D-12, C-13, C-14, and C-15. Khayaban-e-Margalla will run as one
of the main artery of capital traffic system absorbing manifold traffic volume connecting GT Road and
Zone-III of Islamabad with Sectorial Areas of the city. Length of the project is around 10.4 Km. It will be a
3+3 six lane dual carriageway controlled access corridor with fencing on both sides.

Upon completion the project of Khayaban-e-Margalla will provide an alternate route for entry to Islamabad
from Zone-I and existing traffic load on Srinagar Highway will be reduced considerably. Besides, planned
Sectors like C-13 to C-15 will be through it as well. The project will also cause some major Pros and minor
cons on environment.
Pros
Availability of employment and additional income to the locals during construction period.
It’llact as catalyst for overall development of area.
A better transportation service will be available to the locals, which will help to improve the
social and economic conditions of the area.
Agood quality road will result in reduced vehicle operating and travel costs and time saved.
Revival of tourism industry since the area is environmentally enriched.
Reduce travelling time of commuters those are coming from North.
Cons
Someair pollution shall be generated by operation of the facility.
Noise and vibration around the facility is imminent but will be within reasonable limits.
The probable negative impacts identified above, which are generally associated with construction of any
road infrastructure project, could be mitigated with appropriate measures. Therefore, on the overall basis
the positive impacts will out weight the negative impacts substantially.
Need of EIA Study
EIA is mandatory according to the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA-1997), section 12 (1) of
which states that:
Federal Agency an initial environmental examination or, where the project is likely to cause an
adverse environmental effect, an environmental impact assessment, and has obtained from the
According to the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Review of IEE and EIA) Regulations 2000,
the proposed project falls under category D (Transport) of Schedule II, which requires EIA before
commencement of construction.

Environmental Baseline
Environmental monitoring has been carried out in the month of July,2023 by EPA certified laboratory
Environmental Services Pakistan (ES-PAK).Site survey was conducted for the identification of monitoring
point for sample collection before mobilization of monitoring team. The scope that was included in
monitoring of environment was collection and analysis of surface water ground water, monitoring noise
level, ambient air and meteorological parameters. The quantity of samples collected for monitoring are
shown in table below.
Sr. No. of
Type of Activities Location
No. Points/Samples
1 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring 04 Khayaban-e-Margalla From
2 Noise Level Monitoring 04 G.T. Road to Sector D-12,
Islamabad
3 Ground Water Quality Analysis 03
Consultation
The public consultation was held on 28th to 29th July 2023 and gave the public an opportunity to express
their views and opinions with respect to the Khayaban-e- Margalla Road Project. Qualitative methodology
of in-depth interviews research technique was used which involved conducting intensive individual
interviews with a small number of respondents to explore their perspectives on the Margalla Road project.
The following activities were conducted:
Reconnaissance Survey
Drafting of questionnaire
Identification of stakeholders
Survey conducted
Datatabulation and analysis
Write-up

CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
Over the years traffic within Islamabad is increasing due to development of Housing societies/sectors in
Zone-II & Zone-I, Srinagar Highway is only accessible route for the Zone II&I commuters to enter in other
capital zones for household/job purpose. The Volume of traffic is increasing on Srinagar Highway which
would cause traffic jam in future. Capital Development Authority (CDA) is going to construct Khayaban-e-
Margalla which will reduce traffic burden on Srinagar Highway as an alternate route to the public coming
from north and residential sectors as well.
Figure 1.1: Development of Sectors in Zone-II & I Islamabad
Zone-II sector (B-17, D-17, E-17, G-15, F-15

etc.
Zone -I sector ( C -13, C -14 etc.
1.2 BACKGROUND
PC-I of the Khayaban-e-Margalla was approved in principle in 26th meeting of CDA-DWP held on 20-02-
2012 with direction to submit a re-cast & updated PC-I for reconsideration by the forum. The project was
awarded in June 2012 but could not be completed due to contractual issues during execution. Only a length
of around 6 Km could be made available to the contractor out of 8.3 Km. Keeping in view the abnormal
delay in project completion, the matters related to court cases, litigation and contractual issues have been
settled with the previous contractor in order to proceed to complete the project. This re-case & updated PC-
I is presented in compliance to
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CDA-DWP directions and to cover cost overrun due to prolongation of the project. Now the matter has
been resolved and CDA decided to re-tender the project and complete within a year.
1.3 INTRODUCTION
The proposed project is part of Islamabad Master Plan running along foothill of Margalla Hills. The
development of proposed project would be in two packages.-I is starts from GT-Road (N-5) and ends at
Service road east sector D-12 Islamabad whereas Package-II starts from sector D12 and ends at Khayaban-
e-Iqbal Zone III Islamabad. The total length of Package-I (GT-Road to D-12) is around 10.4 km.
1.4 STUDY OBJECTIVE
The overall objective of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is to assess the environmental impacts
arising from the project. The specific objectives of the EIA study Proposed project includes the following:
To prepare baseline environmental profile for proposed project area, Collection and
synchronization the data related to physical, biological and socioeconomic environments.
Identification, prediction and evaluation of environmental impacts of the proposed
project Implementation of mitigation measures to minimize the adverse impacts
Formulate Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan.
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1.5 NEED FOR EIA STUDY
EIA is mandatory according to the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA-1997), section 12 (1) of
which states that:
f a project shall commence construction or operation unless he has filed with the Federal
Agency an initial environmental examination or, where the project is likely to cause an adverse
environmental effect, an environmental impact assessment, and has obtained from the
According to the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Review of IEE and EIA) Regulations 2000,
the proposed project falls under category D (Transport) of Schedule II, which requires EIA before
commencement of construction.
1.6 LAWS AND LEGISLATIONS IN ICT
This section provides an overview of the policy framework, national legislation and other guidelines
regarding environment. The study is organized in light of laws, regulations and guidelines most relevant to
scope of the project so that it becomes compliant with national legislation relating to the environment and
CDA development laws.
1.6.1 ICT Development Laws and Regulations
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has the responsibility for the overall planning, provision and
supervision of public health services, covering adequate sanitation and garbage disposal within the
territorial limits of the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT). It also has the responsibility for the coordination
of public health services with other relevant agencies. This includes collection, transportation and safe
disposal of liquid and solid waste collected from residential areas, commercial areas, open spaces etc.
The CDA operations are governed generally by the provisions of the Islamabad Capital Territory
Municipal Bye Laws, 1968 as amended from time to time and specifically by the Islamabad Regulations
1979 (Upkeep of Cleanliness) as amended from time to time. Although CDA is responsible and authorized
to work in whole ICT limits but CDA municipal operations limits are short of ICT limits, the remaining
part is served through union councils.
1.6.2 Islamabad Environmental Improvement Act, 1995
Islamabad Environmental Improvement (Green Areas) Act, 1995 was proposed:
Prevent the existing green area in the Islamabad Capital Territory from being used for
purposes other than those for which they are reserved.
To ensure that at least 20 % of the total area of any project is reserved for the development of
green
Master Plan, or other schemes, reserved exclusively for parks, playgrounds, forests, nurseries,
vegetative cover, green belts and open spaces on which no construction is planned.
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1.6.3 The Cutting of Trees (Prohibition Act), 1975
1.7 CONSULTANCY SERVICES
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approval. After the approval of this Report, the Project Proponent and the Contractor will be bound to
follow the conditions of approval of the EIA report during the execution of engineering activities on the
site.
The Consultancy Agreement in terms of Environmental Impact Assessment includes the following:
Collection of relevant data to establish baseline environmental conditions and an objective assessment of
the impacts resulting from project activities covering all environmentally sensitive functions and
activities.
Conduct studies on all relevant environmental aspects (social, economic, cultural, physical
and ecological) of the project.
Determine potential impacts and identify mitigating measures to minimize the risk.
Determine the requirements of an environmental management plan specifying mitigation
measures for dealing with significant effects.
e conducted in accordance with the EIA Guidelines for Transport Sector Pakistan
issued by Pak-EPA, the guidelines of the major ISO Standards; and within the guidelines of the Land
Acquisition Act, the Environmental Protection Act and the National and Provincial
1.8 CONTACT PERSONS
representative or the consultant at the addresses provided in Table 1.1.
Table 1.1: Contact Address

Proponent Representative Consultant
Capital Development Authority, DD-RoadsII,Old Zeeruk International Pvt. Ltd

Naval HeadquarterBuilding,G-6 Markaz, Time Square Plaza, 3rd Floor, I-8 Markaz Islamabad,
Islamabad Pakistan.
Phone: 051-92012674 | Tel: +92 51 4938213-214 | Fax: +92 51 4938215 |
1.9 STUDY TEAM
A multi-disciplinary team was formulated to conduct the study. The team comprises the following experts:
Table 1.2: EIA Preparing Team

Sr.
Name Roles/Designation
No.

1 Faizan Ahmed Awaisi Team Leader
2 Aiman Aslam Report Reviewer

3 Rubab Liaqat Environmental Assessment Specialist
4 Tamseela Shahzad Resettlement Associate-
5 Muhammad Waqas Environmental Engineer
6 Sehrish khan GIS Expert
1.10 STUDY APPROACH & METHODOLOGY
1.10.1 Study Approach
The study has been conducted in accordance with Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA)
and Capital Development Authority Guidelines. The study is based on both primary and secondary
information. The primary data includes data collected from field observations and secondary data includes
review other relevant information from Government Departments of ICT.
1.10.2 Methodology
The following methodology was adopted for carrying out the EIA study:
Orientation
Meetings and discussions were held among the members of the EIA Consulting Team. This activity was
aimed at achieving a common ground of understanding various issues related to the project.
Planning for Data Collection
In this activity, the consultant has developed a detailed data acquisition plan for internal use. The plan
included identification of specific data requirements and their sources, determined time schedules and
responsibilities for their collection, and indicated the logistics and other supporting needs for the execution
of the data acquisition plan. Data Collection
Through field observations and environmental monitoring, primary and secondary data were collected,
meeting with concerned department (proponent) and through published material to establish baseline
profile for physical, biological and socio-economic environmental conditions. The following activities were
undertaken to gather the required data:
1) Site Reconnaissance
2) Analysis of Maps and Plans
3) Literature Review
4) Desk Research
5) Public Consultations
6) Field Observations & Studies

7) Laboratory Analysis
A) Physical Environment
Data regarding existing environmental parameters e.g geology, topography, soils, hydrology and drainage,
water quality, air quality and noise were obtained from project area survey.
Geology, Topography and Soil:
Relevant literature review was conducted on available data on the geology, topography and soils in the
project area.
Hydrology and Drainage:
A literature review was conducted to identify the components of the hydrological cycle that are likely to
impact on the project and the possible impacts that the project could have on the hydrologic cycle. Field
assessments included a determination and verification of all the existing inflows into the drain, assessment
of drainage issues.
Air Quality:
Ambient air quality measurements were conducted to find out the present quality of air prior to
construction. Ambient air quality was monitored for Carbon Monoxide (CO), Sulfur Dioxide (SO2),
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2), Particulate Matter (PM10) and other parameters mentioned in NEQS.
Noise Level:
Noise level readings were taken for 24 hours and hourly average data was reported.
Water Quality:
Water quality monitoring was conducted within the project periphery to determine the water quality
situation prior to construction. It has been observed that the surface water and groundwater are the most
important environmental variables to be affected in the project. The extent of surface water and
groundwater contamination in the project area was assessed based on the test results of chemical and
microbiological parameters for surface and groundwater. Dissolved oxygen (DO), pH and conductivity
measurements were taken in situ at all sampling stations. Laboratory analyses were performed by Pak-EPA
certified laboratory.
B) Ecological Environment
Through Ecological survey the species of flora and fauna coming along the alignment is highlighted.
Flora:

Different species communities were identified and classified into community types. Identification was
carried out of dominant tree species, assessment of stage of growth (mature or sapling) and assessment of
canopy cover.
Fauna:
Information on fauna was gathered from field observation.
C) Socio-economic Environment
The consultants utilized a combination of desk research, field investigations, census data, maps, and reports
to generate the data required for description of the existing social environment and assessment of the
potential impacts of the construction of the proposed project.
Identification and Evaluation of Environmental Impacts
During the construction and operational phase of the proposed project impact were identified to be raised
on the physical, biological and socio-economic environment.
Mitigation Measures and Implementation Arrangements
Adequate mitigation measures and implementation mechanisms were proposed so that the proponent could
incorporate them beforehand in the design phase.
1.11 COMPONENTS OF REPORT
The structure of EIA of Khayaban-e-Margalla is given in Table 1.3below:
Table 1.3: Structure of Report

Sr.
Description Chapters
No.
Provide brief introduction to project, objective of EIA, methodology, policies and
1 Chapter 1
legislation related to Islamabad Capital Territory
2 Gives the description of the project Chapter 2
3 Describes the existing environment of the project area Chapter 3
4 Public Consultation Chapter 4
5 Describes impact assessment and mitigation measures Chapter 5
6 Describes the Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan Chapter 6
7 Describes the conclusions and recommendations Chapter 7
CHAPTER 2
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
2.1 THE PROJECT

The project of Khayaban-e-Margalla is part of the Islamabad Master Plan and is located in Zone-I of
Islamabad, running parallel to Sectors D-12, C-13, C-14, C-15 & C-16. Khayaban-e-Margalla will run as
one of the main artery of capital traffic system absorbing manifold traffic volume connecting GT Road and
Zone-III of Islamabad with Sectorial Areas of the city. Length of the project is around 10.4 Km. It will be a
six lane dual carriageway controlled access corridor with fencing on both sides.
Upon completion the project of Khayaban-e-Margalla will provide an alternate route for entry to Islamabad
from Zone-I and existing traffic load on Srinagar Highway will be reduced considerably. Besides, planned
Sectors like C-13 to C-15 will be through it as well. The project will also cause some major Pros and minor
cons on environment.
Pros
Availability of employment and additional income to the locals during construction period. .
A better transportation service will be available to the locals, which will help to improve the social and economic
conditions of the area.
A good quality road will result in reduced vehicle operating and travel costs and time saved.
Revival of tourism industry since the area is environmentally enriched.
Reduce travelling time of commuters those are coming from North
Cons
Some air pollution shall be generated by operation of the facility.
Noise and vibration around the facility is imminent but will be within reasonable limits.
The probable negative impacts identified above, which are generally associated with construction of any
road infrastructure project, could be mitigated with appropriate measures. Therefore, on the overall basis
the positive impacts will out weight the negative impacts substantially.
Salient Feature of the Project

Figure 2.1: Project Alignment
Sr.NO Component Description

1 Length 10.40 Km (i.e. up to SR East of Sector
D-12)
2 Lane 3+3 (36 feet Either Way)
3 Shoulder 10 feet
4 Design Speed 70-80km/hr
5 Central Median New Jersey Barrier
6 Culverts 12 Nos. RCC Box Culverts for cross
drainage
7 Railway Bridge
constructed on Railway crossing
8 Flyover A flyover is proposed for graveyard
portion (approx. length 350 meters)

Land Acquisition and Resettlement
Project is a Part of Master Plan of Islamabad, the whole project development would be within right of way,
thus no land acquisition and resettlement is involved in this case.
2.2 OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT
Capital Development Authority (CDA) has planned development of 10.4 km Khayaban-e-Margalla Road.
The project is expected to benefit all the zone of Islamabad capital territory. Implementation of the project
is envisaged to have the following objectives:
Provision of an alternate route for general public to enter Islamabad City.

An alternate approach for newly developed/to be developed sectors.
Smooth and un-interrupted traffic flow.
Saving the travel time & fuel.
Healthy, safe, clean and pollution free atmosphere.
Reduction in accidents.
Reduction in vehicle operating cost.
Better driving situation & comfort.
Improvement of Security situation of Capital City.
On completion it will take heavy traffic load of the city from G.T. Road to Sector D-12, Islamabad and
further to intra city traffic system. It will be implementation of master Plan.

2.3 EXISTING CONDITION OF PROJECT AREA
2.3.1 Proposed Area for Alignment
The Khayaban-e-Margalla development is in accordance with the master plan of ICT as well as present and
future traffic requirement.
The Khayaban-e-Margalla construction is within the right of way of CDA, does not have any pending court
cases. Hence, there will be no disputes regarding Land acquisition and resettlement.
2.3.2 Structures
As the proposed project alignment is near to the foothill of Margalla Hills, water run off occur downstream
toward project area when precipitation occurs. During the site survey, at few point along the alignment dry
waterways and four seasonal nullahs were observed, where culverts are proposed. Location of culverts are
shown in figure below.

2.3.3 Utilities
The study area was located in urban area, so electric supply, water supply are existed within project vicinity
and surrounding areas.
Drinking Water Supply
Water supply main line were found within the study area but all the supply line are located away from the
right of way of Khayaban-e-Margalla.
Electricity Supply
During the site survey it was perceived that Several (LTV) electric poles are passing along the proposed
alignment which will be shifted before the commencement of the project.
2.4 TRAFFIC STUDY
The proposed road will connect G.T road and sector D-12.The commuters from north have to take long
route via Srinagar highway to reach Islamabad especially in D, E, F and C sectors.Trafffc study was
performed to determine the future traffic statistics for the planned Khayaban-e-Margalla. Traffic volume
was forecasted and traffic capacity is determined for the next 20years.

2.5 PROJECT CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
Construction of the project is expected to start in the 3rd quarter of the year 2023 and likely to be completed within one year.
Table 2.1: Project Schedule

Sr.No. Item of YEAR-1
Works
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
1 Road Work
2 Flyover at
Graveyard
3 Railway
Bridge
4 Box Culverts
5 Drainage Work
6 Signage and
Guard Rail
7 E&M Work
(Proposed)
8 Env/Soft
Landscaping
Work
2.6 COST OF PROJECT
The cost of the project is Rs. 2,661.13 Million that includes designing, construction, operation,
maintenance and environmental cost.
Table 2.2: Project Schedule

Sr. No. Description Cost
1 Road Work 1,324.117
2 Flyover at Graveyard portion (proposed) 600.00
3 Railway Bridge 122.458
4 RCC Box Culverts 151.706
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5 Drainage Works 119.896

6 Signage & Guard Rail 92.955
7 E&M Works (proposed) 150.000
8 Environment / soft landscaping works 100.000
Cost 2,661.13
Capital Development Authority will provide the entire fund for the project .The contactor shall
be responsible for the construction of Khayaban-e-Margalla road along with ancillary
structures including, culverts, retaining walls and drains, etc.
2.8 GEOMETRIC DESIGN CRITERIA
Table 2.3: Geometric Design Criteria of the proposed project

Design
Sr.
Design Elements Unit Parameters
No.
1 Design speed Km/h 100

2 Min. radius m 440
3 Min. Stopping Sight Distance m 185
4 Max. rate of Super elevation % 6
5 Carriageway cross slope % 2
6 K value of crust vertical curve - 52
7 Max relative gradients m 7
2.9 WORK FORCE REQUIREMENT DURING CONSTRUCTION
The list of work force to be deployed on project site for the construction of Khayaban-e-Margalla
Road Islamabad shown in Table 2.4.
Table 2.4: Expected Workforce Requirement during Construction
Sr. No. Manpower Quantity
1 Contractor Staff 115
2 Construction Manager 1
3 Highway Engineer 1
4 Bridge Engineer 1
5 Planning Engineer 1
6 Electrical Engineer 1
7 Mechanical Engineer 1
8 Site Engineers 5
9 Material Engineer 1
10 Lab. Technician 8
11 Senior Surveyor 1
12 Surveyors 2
13 Quantity surveyors 2
14 Foreman 5
15 Operator/Drivers 10
Mechanics 2

Clerks 3
Skilled labor 20
Un-Skilled labor 50
Consultant Staff 22
Resident Engineer 1
Assistant Resident Engineer 1
Highway Engineer 1
Material Engineer 1
Structure Engineer/Bridge
1
Engineer
Quantity surveyor 1
Senior surveyor 1
Site Inspectors 4
Surveyor 2
Lab Technicians 3
Computer Operator 2
Secretary 1
Clerk 2
Office Manager 1
Total 137
2.10 PLANT AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENT
During the construction of Khayaban-e-Margalla Road Islamabad, the plant and equipment
required is shown in Table 2.5.
Table 2.5: Equipment Requirement during Construction

Plant & Equipment Quantity
i) Plant
Concrete Batching Plant 45

01 Nos.
Cum/hr capacity
Welding Plant 03 Nos.
ii) Equipment
Dump Trucks 03 Nos.
Motor Grader 01 No.
Tractor Trolley 01 No.
Water Tanker 02 No.
Water Bozer 01 No.
Crane 01 No.
1
Excavators 02 No.
Transit Mixers 03 No.
Generators 04 No.
External Vibrators/Internal
15 Nos.
vibrators
Dewatering Pump 03 Nos.
Submersible Pump 01 No.
Plate Compactor 02 Nos.
Compressor 01 No.
Diesel Tanker 01 No.
Loader 02 Nos.
Roller 01 No.
Rigs 01 No.
Loader 01 No.
2.11 APPROVAL FOR SITE FACILITY
The approval for different site facilities, including site office, concrete batching plant, steel
yard, sand crush, labor camp, dumping site etc. have been given by proponent of the project.
Therefore, the contractor will be bound to install the required facilities in designated locations
by CDA. However, the asphalt batching plant will not be installed at site, this activity shall be
out source.
2.11.1 Location for Camp Site
The Proposed camp location is highlighted below in Figure 2.3. However, the contractor of the
project will get approval from proponent in order to identify the location for camp office
before mobilization. In this way, the identified location will be verified by the proponent.
2.11.2 Location of Dumping of Surplus Waste
There are two types of surplus material one is suitable materials generated from construction
activities which will be used in formation of road embankments. The second one is unsuitable
materials, which will be disposed of in designated site by CDA. The approved site facility for
the disposal of unsuitable material is sector C of Zone-1 Islamabad near to the proposed site,
the material will be used for filling the sector depression areas.

Figure 2.3: Camp Site & Batching Plant Location
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CHAPTER 4
PUBLIC CONSULTATION
For any development project environment impact assessment has a mandatory and crucial segment which is
public consultation. A well-executed public consultation paves the way for better planning with respect to
the environment and social factors. Public consultation is the process in which the concern of affected
people and stakeholders who have plausible stake in the environmental impacts of the project are given an
opportunity to raise concerns. It places consultation efforts on stakeholders most affected by the project,
either because of their proximity to the project or their vulnerability to change. Stakeholder feedback is
incorporated into EIA findings which reduces risks and impacts and increases local social and economic
benefits. The need is to guarantee project consistency with national and international guidelines. The public
consultation practices and techniques carried out for the development of Margalla Road
Islamabad were as per the rules set by Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency and Pakistan
Environmental Protection Ordinance and Guidelines for Public Consultation (1997). Public consultation
segment delineates and features the exercises executed to connect with stakeholders and to create a
framework development against project and environmental hindrances.
4.1 INTRODUTION
The purpose of this section is to provide a summary of the responses gathered during the public
consultation held in July 2023. The report details how the public were informed, how the options identified
were presented, the responses received from members of the public and statutory stakeholders and other
bodies, and how the responses have been considered. These responses will be used to help identify the
Preferred Option and design requirements as the scheme approaches the final stage.
4.2 METHODOLOGY
The public consultation held from 28nd July to 29th July 2023, and gave the public an opportunity to
express their views and opinions with respect to the Margalla Road Project. Qualitative methodology of in-
depth interviews research technique was used which involved conducting intensive individual interviews
with a small number of respondents to explore their perspectives on the Margalla Road project. The
following activities were conducted:
Reconnaissance Survey
Drafting of questionnaire
Identification of stakeholders
Survey conducted
Data tabulation and analysis
Write-up
4.3 OBJECTIVES OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION

Public consultation is an important aspect of environment and social component, methods adopted to
conduct consultation in its true letter and spirit produces outcome, which supports to make informed
decision making and strengthens foundation of project. The purpose of conducting consultation process is
to develop linkage between the project and its stakeholder. The association and connection between the
project and its stakeholder is a key component, which helps in building sense of partnership towards the
project. The relation is established through highlighting important features of the project, which could be
beneficial for the stakeholder community socially and environmentally. Furthermore, to strengthen the
prospects and goals of the project through consultation are the following:
Create awareness and disseminate information regarding the proposed project development among the
associated public/stakeholders.
Identify and enable inclusion of all stakeholders, particularly for marginalized segment and creating an
atmosphere to freely participate as well voice their ideas.
Provide relevant design information and timeline of the proposed project, along with forecasted
consequences influencing biological, physical, environmental and socio-economic aspects of the
project area.
Address and register stakeholder concerns regarding different aspects of the project, such as available
resources and constraints, construction of the project, its operations and impacts.
Understanding the established norms, culture and customs of stakeholders before carrying out assessment
and decisions on the project. Moreover, valuing the social impacts and reservations of the communities
to avoid conflict.
Accommodate and promote opportunities to public consultations participants to engage and provide their
valuable as well positive insights on project design to achieve pragmatic approach towards project
goals.
Detect and highlight critical elements at preliminary stages that can create conflict and barriers to the
growth of the project. Limit and mitigate potential barriers through planning alternative methods to
overcome instability.
Improve and strengthen public support as well their trust through maintaining just and partial decision
making. Establishing sense of belonging among the stakeholder as well public towards the
development project develops inclusiveness, building sustainable foundation, beneficial for the
effective execution of the project.
4.4 OBJECTIVES OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION
The particular process resolves around highlighting and listing down of individuals and groups who are
associated or involved in the development of the project. The involvement of specific individuals and
groups are considered as project stakeholders. The project stakeholders have direct or indirect link to the
project and play significant role in the progress of the project. It is necessary to identify and categories
various stakeholder as they are the ones who would likely to be affected by the development of the project.
The sample size of stakeholder population taken in account as significant and sufficient for service road
south was within the 100-meter radius from

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is unanimous/undisputed understanding for the removal of the encroached structures as soon the
development of project is initiated. Nevertheless, the classification or categorization of stakeholder for the
design of EIA is the following:
Non-Institutional Stakeholders: Personals and community members located in the study area, the
stakeholder identified during field activities belong from various background and domain such as
nearby local resident, apartment owners, cricket sports ground players, pedestrians, traffic users which
represent at large the general public.
Institutional Stakeholder: The officials from government organization and non- governmental
organization playing their due role to execute and provide their input in the development project.
Institutional stakeholders identified and consulted for their valuable insights were associated from
different government bodies such as community (Golra) police and Masjid Ashasfah near the project
site was taken as institution stakeholder. The table 4.1: provides category of stakeholders according to
Non-Institutional and Institutional stakeholders
Table 4.1: Categories of Stakeholders
Sr.No. Non- Institutional Stakeholder Category
1 Local resident
2 Traffic Users
3 Shops
4 Pedestrians
Institutional Stakeholder Category
1 Golra Police
2 Masjid
4.5 STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGEMETN PLAN
The following points represent the code of conduct maintained and followed to engage
All concern segments that have direct or indirect role in the process of project are given equal
opportunity to express opinion and significant attention given to affected individuals.
Ensure participation and encourage engagement of senior citizens, handicapped personals, women, youth
and marginalized segment.
Convey legitimate project information and communicate coherent details that can be available to the
affected individuals and other stakeholder of the project.
Activities initiated in an environment open for all presence, focused towards maintaining

with freedom of access to participate regardless of gender, race and adjusting circumstances to engage
vulnerable groups.
Observation and suggestions listed down by the project stakeholder for sustainable accomplishment of
project goals.
The stakeholder consultation phase was planned and executed in a fashion where individuals and groups
from various backgrounds and profession were engaged and mobilized from the project area.
4.5.1 Consultations Findings
A total of 15 interviews were conducted. The majority of responses (12) were received from the general
public. The remaining responses were from Local Authorities and other key stakeholders. The majority of
respondents to the consultation travel through Kashmir highway to reach GT road by car or van. A
significant number of respondents also travel through broken down service road by motorcycle. Majority of
the respondents strongly agreed for the need of Margalla Road.
Table 4.2: Stakeholder Feedback and Concerns
Sr.No. Respondent Location Designation Concerns
Strongly in favor of the project as it will

1 Ahmed hussain Service Road North D12 Pedestrian reduce travel time and reduce traffic in
adjacent sectors
Allah Ditah Shrine on Service Road Caretaker The 200-year-old shrine should be
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North D-12 protected along with graves.
No objections towards project. It is

government land and government will
Jamros Khan 33 º Hotel owner
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Compensation would be highly
appreciated.
Golra Police Check

4 M.Ashfaq Khan Strongly in favor of project
Point
No objections towards project. It is

government land and government
Inam Mushtaq House owner
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0315-5097680
Compensation would be highly
appreciated.

Figure 4.1: Images of Public

Consultations
4.6 CONSULTATION AND PARTICIPATION PROCESS
development of the project. The process enables to maintain swiftness in the project implementation and its
operations. The following methods were applied to document stakeholder views.
Scooping sessions

Field survey
One on one interviews
Informal meetings
The exercise for public consultation was carried out through field survey of proposed Service road south
alignment and baseline assessment of the project area. Public consultation and stakeholder
concerns as well feedback of the population. Whereas, one on one interview sessions were also held to gain
individual mindset towards the development of the project. The consultation and participation of
stakeholder were started on date: 28 th July 2021 and ended on the respective date: 29 th July 2021. Activities
for key informants (KIs) discussion and one on one interview session conducted were in an open
atmosphere at different location of the project site, the details of stakeholder consultation and their
concerns have been presented in the table 4.1 and 4.2.
The Essential component of EIA report will be made available for public associated with project. The
purpose is to incorporate feedback and counteractive measures obtained by stakeholders in
EIA report. Moreover, on need basis and if requested by the Capital Development Authority
To maintain proactive approach in preventing any conflict between public and project, the consultation
cycle is a crucial element. The process includes involvement and supportive engagement of the community
at different phases of the project, most importantly in the beginning and during construction segment, by
keeping them aware of the project progress and its duration. It is important to communicate information
and address community regarding grievances redress mechanism. Information to be disseminated through
handouts for the community and stakeholders, as soon the project has been formalized and construction
time line set. However, the proposed project has insignificant impact on communities, which can be a cause
of barrier towards the goals of project development. Consequently, to establish grievances redress
mechanism is not required and relevant viewing the scope of project and its impact.

CHAPTER 5
ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION
MEASURES
This section identifies the overall impacts of pre-construction (design), construction and operational phase
of the proposed project on the physical, biological and socioeconomic environment of the project area. In
addition, it also narrates the measures that will control or
5.1 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT CORRIDORS
There are two (02) types of Project corridors which have been used for the environmental baseline
information, impacts assessment and mitigation purposes and is described briefly as under:
c) Project Right of Way (ROW)
Right of Way (ROW) is the corridor where direct impacts due to the construction of the proposed project
are envisaged. The length of the Khayaban-e-Margalla is around 10.4 km. It will be a six lane dual
carriageway and controlled access corridor with fencing on both sides. The proposed project corridor will
have a well-defined ROW that will be 300 ft (92 meters) for the entire length of Khayaban-e-Margalla. All
the infrastructure and public utilities within the proposed ROW need to be either relocated or removed as
they will have direct impact of the Project.
d) Corridor of Impact (COI)
The corridor of the proposed impacts (COI) is delineated as the extent, which has direct or indirect impact
of the Project. Direct impact of the project are relocation of public utilities, air and noise pollution impact
on workers during construction. All direct impacts are constrained within the ROW. Indirect impacts,
caused by noise and dust emissions due to transportation of construction materials, camp sites, borrow
sites, batching plant etc. could be beyond the ROW, hence, the limit for COI for the proposed project is
taken as 100 m on each side of the proposed Khayaban-e-Margalla for collection of baseline information,
impacts assessment and mitigation measures of physical, ecological as well as social resources.
5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT MATRICES
The environmental impacts matrices have been developed to evaluate magnitude of the impacts of different
project activities on different environmental settings. Environmental impacts have been considered not only
as they pertain to road ROW, but also to the site associated with the road project. These matrices are given
in Table 5.1 and 5.2.
The following scale has been used for the evaluation of impacts:
LA = Low Adverse (low/short-term damage to the environment)
MA = Medium Adverse (moderate damage to the environment)

HA = High Adverse (severe damage to the environment)

B = Beneficial (beneficial to the environment)
N/A = Not Applicable
O = Insignificant/ No Impact

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Of Khayaban-e-Margalla From G.T. Road to Sector D-12, Islamabad Table 5.1:
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2.9 WORK FORCE REQUIREMENT DURING CONSTRUCTION.............................................................13

5.3 Anticipated Impacts during Pre-Construction/Design Phase ......................................................

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5.3.10 Camp Sites ..........................................................................................................................

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Need of EIA Study

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Zone-II sector (B-17, D-17, E-17, G-15, F-15

Zone -I sector ( C -13, C -14 etc.

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1.4 STUDY OBJECTIVE

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1.5 NEED FOR EIA STUDY

1.6 LAWS AND LEGISLATIONS IN ICT

1.6.1 ICT Development Laws and Regulations

1.6.2 Islamabad Environmental Improvement Act, 1995

Islamabad Environmental Improvement (Green Areas) Act, 1995 was proposed:

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1.6.3 The Cutting of Trees (Prohibition Act), 1975

1.7 CONSULTANCY SERVICES

1.8 CONTACT PERSONS

representative or the consultant at the addresses provided in Table 1.1.

Table 1.1: Contact Address

Capital Development Authority, DD-RoadsII,Old Zeeruk International Pvt. Ltd

1.9 STUDY TEAM

Table 1.2: EIA Preparing Team

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1 Faizan Ahmed Awaisi Team Leader

2 Aiman Aslam Report Reviewer

1.10 STUDY APPROACH & METHODOLOGY

1.10.1 Study Approach

Planning for Data Collection

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Geology, Topography and Soil:

Hydrology and Drainage:

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Information on fauna was gathered from field observation.

Identification and Evaluation of Environmental Impacts

Mitigation Measures and Implementation Arrangements

1.11 COMPONENTS OF REPORT

The structure of EIA of Khayaban-e-Margalla is given in Table 1.3below:

Table 1.3: Structure of Report

2.1 THE PROJECT

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Salient Feature of the Project

Sr.NO Component Description

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Land Acquisition and Resettlement

2.2 OBJECTIVES OF PROJECT

Provision of an alternate route for general public to enter Islamabad City.

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2.3 EXISTING CONDITION OF PROJECT AREA

2.3.1 Proposed Area for Alignment

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Drinking Water Supply

2.4 TRAFFIC STUDY

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