EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

OF

EIA & EMP Report

FOR

Drilling of 06 Wells and Setting of EPS

in Dholasan field
Taluka: Mehsana
District: Mehsana
Gujarat

By

GNRL OIL & GAS LIMITED

3rd Floor, “A” Wing, Gopal Palace, Opp. Ocean Park,
Nr. Nehrunagar, Satellite Road, Ahmedabad – 380015, Gujarat, India

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 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
[1] BACKGROUND

The Dholasan field was awarded as a development field and handed-over to JV between
M/s. Heramec Ltd., M/s. Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Ltd. & M/s. Hindustan Oil
Exploration Company Ltd. in which operator of block was M/s. Heramec Limited (Now
M/s. GNRL Oil & Gas Limited (GOGL)) and Production sharing contracts was signed
between Government of India and JV (M/s. Heramec Ltd., M/s. Gujarat State Petroleum
Corporation Ltd. (GSPC) & M/s. Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd (HOEC) on 23 rd
February 2001.

Dholasan Oil Field having an area of 8.8 km2 is located at Taluka: Mehsana, District:
Mehsana, Gujarat.

Later on, following Government approval dated 18th August 2004, the Production Sharing
Contract was amended (Amendment-1), where HOEC assigned its entire 25%
participating interest to GSPC. Hence, GSPC holds 70% participation in the JV.
Following to the name change of M/s. Heramec Limited to M/s. GNRL Oil & Gas Limited,
the Production Sharing Contract was amended on dated: 16/06/2014 (Amendment -2).
Through Amendment-3, dated 8th July 2021 of Production Sharing Contract, GSPC
assigned its 70% participating interest in Dholasan field to GNRL Oil and Gas Limited,
thus GNRL Oil & Gas Limited holds 100% participating interest in the field.

M/s. Heramec Limited has obtained EC for drilling of two new development wells in
Dholasan Field from MOEF&CC vide Letter No. J-11011/1015/2007-IA II (I), Dated 08th
January 2008. Both wells were drilled by the M/s. Heramec Limited after obtaining EC.

GNRL Oil and Gas Limited has also obtained Name Change in EC from M/s. Heramec
Ltd. to M/s. GNRL Oil & Gas Ltd.

[2] PROJECT DESCRIPTION

GNRL Plan to carry out following activities in the Dholasan field.

1) Drilling & Development of 06 Wells

2) Production from each well:

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 - Expected production from each well:
Crude Oil : 20 m3/day
Associated Gas : 10,000 m3/day
3) Commissioning / set up of production facilities (EPS) at New or any Existing well
(after overhauling / maintenance of wells).

The proposed well locations will be finalized based on the results of the various
geological and engineering studies carried out, while selecting well locations, GNRL will
abide by the terms and conditions of EC. The entire area of the block falls only in
Mehsana district.

As per EIA Notification dated 14th September 2006 and subsequent amendments as per
S. O. 236(E) dated: 16th January 2020 of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate
Change (MOEFCC) notification Sr. no. 1(b), All projects in respect of off-shore and
onshore oil and gas development and production except exploration are categorized as
“A” project and requires prior Environmental Clearance (EC) from the Ministry of
Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Govt. of India, Delhi.

Production from each Well

Product Quantity per Well
Crude Oil 20 m3/day
Associated Gas 10,000 m3/day

Estimated cost for the proposed project is as under;

 Approximately INR 5.50 crore per drilling of 1 well.
 Approximately INR 0.15 crore per EPS for operation phase.

[3] UTILITY REQUIREMENT FOR DRILLING PROCESS

Electric Power & Fuel Requirement:

During drilling operations, diesel engines shall be utilized as prime movers for meeting
the power required to run the drilling rig, circulation system etc. A power generator shall
also be installed for lighting.

The capacity of the diesel engines will be 500 KVA (Total 4 Nos., 01 stand by), which will
be run by High-Speed Diesel (HSD). Diesel engine shall consume approximately 10 KLD
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 of HSD. The D. G. set (capacity: 100 KVA) shall consume approximately 20 Lit/hr of
HSD. The D. G. set emission will be through narrow vent and adequate stack height (6.0
m) will be provided for dispersion of pollutant.

Man Power Requirement:

During the drilling overhauling / maintenance operations, about 15 to 20 persons may be
working in 12 hour shift at site. Local people from the nearby villages shall be hired.
Therefore, no temporary housing facility will be required at or near well site for workers.
Once drilling operations are over no person is required at site, except security cover
through a contractor.

Water Requirement, Wastewater Generation and It’s Disposal:

During the drilling activity, approx. 19.0 KLD water will be required which will include
requirements for operation and for sanitation and drinking of the workers during drilling
single well. The water shall be made available by Water Tanker (Tanker will be hired
from local road contractor). A water pit of 200 KL capacity will be constructed at the site
for the purpose of fire fighting.

Sewage generated from sanitation facilities, around 1.50 KLD shall be allowed into
Mobile STP and treated will be reutilized in washing activity.

It is expected that wastewater in the form of Drill cutting washing + Rig washing +
Cooling etc. shall be generated at an average rate of around 3.0 KLD during the drilling
operations from a single well. Wastewater generated will be allowed into Mobile ETP and
treated water will be reutilized in washing activity. After drilling operation, the drill cutting
and mud will be dried and it will be disposed at TSDF site.

Water Requirement and Wastewater Generation (Drilling Phase)

Fresh Water Reuse Total Water Wastewater
Sr.
Purpose Requirement Water – Requirement Generation – KLD /
No.
– KLD / well KLD / Well – KLD / Well Well
Domestic
1. 2.00 -- 2.00 1.50
Requirement
2. Mud preparation 10.00 -- 10.00 1.00
Washing (Drill
3. 0.5 4.5 5.00 1.00
Cutting and others)

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 Fresh Water Reuse Total Water Wastewater
Sr.
Purpose Requirement Water – Requirement Generation – KLD /
No.
– KLD / well KLD / Well – KLD / Well Well
4. Engine Cooling 2.0 -- 2.00 1.00
Total 14.5 4.5 19 4.5

Total Water Requirement

19.00 KLD
(Fresh Water: 14.50 KLD + Reuse Water: 4.50 KLD)

Domestic Mud Engine Washing

Requirement Preparation Cooling 5.00 KLD
2.00 KLD 10.00 KLD 2.00 KLD (Fresh Water: 0.50 KLD
Reuse Water: 4.50 KLD)

1.50 KLD 1.00 KLD 1.00 KLD 1.00 KLD

To MSTP
1.50 KLD
TO METP Reuse
3.00 KLD 3.00 KLD

Water Balance Diagram

Air Emission:
A flare stack of 30 m height will be provided at each well for flaring of gas if arise.

During drilling phase, The capacity of the diesel engines will be 500 KVA (Total 4 Nos.,
01 stand by), which will be run by High-Speed Diesel (HSD). Diesel engine shall
consume approximately 10 KLD of HSD. The D. G. set (capacity: 100 KVA) shall
consume approximately 20 Lit/hr of HSD. The D. G. set emission will be through narrow
vent and adequate stack height (6.0 m) will be provided for dispersion of pollutant.

Hazardous/Solid Waste Generation and It’s Management:

During the drilling operations, there shall be generation of some domestic waste and
hazardous/solid waste.

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Hazardous/Solid Waste Generation and Its Management (Drilling Phase)

Sr. Quantity
Type of Waste Category Disposal
No. per Well
Shall be sent through contractor to
1. Domestic Waste MSW 100 kg
approved municipal site.
2.1 Shall be tested for its hazardous
2. Drill Cutting 150 m3 constituent (oil & grease), if it is found
(Sch. I)
hazardous, it shall be handed over to
2.3 authorized TSDF facility. In case of
3. Spent Drilling Mud 25 MT non-hazardous, it shall be disposed
(Sch. I)
in to HDPE lined pit.

5.1 Shall be handed over to authorized

4. Used Oil 500 Lit recyclers approved by GPCB /
(Sch. I) CPCB.

2.3 Shall be stored in containers and

5. Oily Cotton Waste 180 kg handed over to authorized disposal
(Sch. I) site/agency.
Chemical Sacks / 33.1 Shall be handed over to authorized
6. 300 kg
Drums (Sch. I) dealer approved by GPCB / CPCB.
Collection, Storage, Transportation
35.3 (through GPS mounted vehicle) &
7. ETP Sludge 02 MT
(Sch. I) Disposal at TSDF site for Secured
Landfill
Collection, Storage, Transfer and
8. STP Sludge -- 100 kg reuse as manure in garden of EPS /
Drill site.

[4] UTILITY REQUIREMENT FOR EPS

Electric Power & Fuel Requirement:

During production, power requirement of 40 KVA shall be met through Uttar Gujarat Vij
Company Limited (UGVCL) at each EPS.

One D. G set of capacity 30 – 40 KVA will be kept at each EPS as emergency backup
power, which will be run by High-Speed Diesel (HSD). This generator shall consume
approximately 15 Lit/hr of HSD.

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Man Power Requirement:
Once drilling is over no person will require at drilling site, except security cover through a
contractor. 03 security guards will be there. Exiting production and HSE head will also
look for proposed EPS.

Water Requirement, Wastewater Generation and Disposal:

During production, approx. 14.20 KLD water (13.80 KLD – Fresh + 0.40 KLD - Recycle)
will be required and will be made available through water tanker (tanker will be hired from
local road contractor) & Borewell (Permission from CGWA will be obtained after getting
EC but before obtaining of CTO from GPCB for industrial and domestic purpose at each
EPS.

No produced water generation take place. If any produced water generated on a later
stage it will be re-injected in abandoned dry well which is 1000 m below ground level or
naturally evaporated after necessary treatment or sent to nearby common treatment and
disposal facility.

About 0.40 KLD domestic wastewater will be generated at each EPS, which shall be
allowed into STP and treated water shall be reutilized for gardening / toilet flushing.

Water Requirement and Wastewater Generation (EPS Operation Phase)

Fresh Water Reuse

Total Water Wastewater
Sr. Water –
Purpose Requirement Requirement Generation
No. KLD /
– KLD / EPS – KLD / EPS – KLD / EPS
EPS
1. Domestic Requirement 0.10 0.40 0.50 0.40
Industrial + Fire
2. fighting facility (make 12.50 -- 12.50 -
up)
3. Gardening 1.20 -- 1.20 -
Total 13.80 0.40 14.20 0.40

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Water Balance Diagram

Air Emission:
A flare stack of 30.0 m height will be provided at each EPS at a distance of 30 m from
well. Gas produced shall either be reused internally or supplied to nearby industries and
flaring shall be restricted to technical flaring only.

One D. G set of capacity 30-40 KVA having stack of 6.0 m height will be kept at each
EPS as emergency backup power, which will be run by High-Speed Diesel (HSD).

Hazardous/Solid Waste Generation and It’s Management:

Hazardous/Solid Waste Generation and Its Management (EPS Operation Phase)

Sr. Quantity per

Type of Waste Category Disposal
No. EPS
Domestic Shall be sent through contractor to
1. MSW 2 kg/day
Waste approved municipal site.
Shall be generated during DG set
maintenance at each EPS which
5.1 shall be max. used for internal
2. Used Oil 15 Lit/year
(Sch. I) purpose for greasing the instrument
and balance quantity will be sold to
GPCB /CPCB authorized recyclers.
Waste Sludge 2.2 Shall be stored in container or
3. 12 m3/year
Oil (Sch. I) cement drain pit and then handed

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Sr. Quantity per
Type of Waste Category Disposal
No. EPS
Oily Cotton 2.3 over to authorized disposal site.
4. 120 Kg/year
Waste (Sch. I)
Collection, Storage, Transfer and
5. STP Sludge -- 1000 Kg/Year reuse as manure in garden area
within premises.

[5] DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

To predict the impact of the proposed activities on the surrounding environment, the
existing baseline environmental status was studied by collecting the data in area of 10
km radius from the cluster of wells during the summer season (Pre-monsoon season)
(March 2022 to May 2022).

The environmental quality has been analyzed with respect to ambient air quality, water
quality, noise levels, soil characteristics, flora & fauna and parameters concerning human
interest. Based on the data, the relevant impacts on various environmental components
were also predicted by using appropriate mathematical models as well as impact
assessment techniques. An appropriate environmental management plan was also
delineated to minimize the adverse impacts.

[5.1] Air Environment:

The ambient air quality monitoring was carried out at 08 locations, with a frequency of
twice a week, to assess the existing air quality status during the study period.

At all these sampling locations; Particulate Matter (PM10 & PM2.5), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2),
Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx), Carbon Monoxide (CO), Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs),
Methane and Non-Methane HC were monitored on 24-hourly basis to enable the
comparison with ambient air quality standards prescribed by the Central Pollution Control
Board.

The data on concentrations of various pollutants were processed for different statistical
parameters like arithmetic mean, standard deviation, minimum and maximum
concentration and various percentile values.

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Particulate Matter (PM10)
The maximum value of PM10 observed at Mevad was 80.36 μg/m3 and lowest was 50.08
μg/m3 at Meu during the study period. The average concentration of PM 10 varied from
58.21 μg/m3 to 77.38 μg/m3 at all monitoring locations during the study period, which is
within the permissible limit of 100 μg/m3 for industrial & residential area as per National
Ambient Air Quality Standards.

Particulate Matter (PM2.5)

The maximum value of PM2.5 observed at Mevad was 36.21 μg/m3 and lowest was 19.55
μg/m3 at Meu. The average concentration of PM2.5 varied from 26.5 μg/m3 to 32.31
μg/m3. At all the locations, the concentration of PM2.5 was observed within the
permissible limit of 60 μg/m3 for 24 hourly in industrial & residential area as per National
Ambient Air Quality Standards.

Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)

The highest concentration of SO2 was observed 15.44 μg/m3 at Mevad and lowest
concentration was 6.15 μg/m3 at Meu. The average concentration of SO2 varied from
9.05 μg/m3 to 13.25 μg/m3. At all the locations, the concentration of SO2 was within the
permissible limit of 80 μg/m3 in industrial & residential area as per National Ambient Air
Quality Standards.

Oxide of Nitrogen (NOx)

Highest concentration of NOx observed was 30.99 μg/m3 at Mevad & lowest
concentration was 10.08 μg/m3 at Meu. The average concentration of NOX varied from
27.65 μg/m3 to 16.26 μg/m3. At all the locations, the concentration of NOX was within the
permissible limit of 80 μg/m3 in industrial & residential area as per National Ambient Air
Quality Standards.

Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Highest concentration of CO observed was 0.55 mg/m 3 at Mevad & lowest concentration
was 0.3 mg/m3 at Meu. The average concentration of CO varied from 0.36 mg/m 3 to 0.46
mg/m3. At all the locations, the concentration of CO was within the permissible limit of 02
mg/m3 in industrial & residential area as per National Ambient Air Quality Standards.

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Methane HC
Highest concentration of Methane HC observed was 1160 μg/m3 at Dholasan and lowest
concentration was 951 μg/m3 at Meu. The average concentration of Methane HC varied
from 1010 μg/m3 to 1125 μg/m3.

[5.2] Water Environment:

The water quality of the study area was studied by collecting ground water samples from
08 locations and surface water samples from 08 locations within the study area.

Out of the eight ground water locations of the study area, maximum TDS recorded was
596 mg/L in sample collected from Jetalpur (GW1) while minimum TDS was 265 mg/L in
sample collected from Safronny Institute, Linch (GW4). Maximum hardness recorded
was 174 mg/L from Jagudan (GW5) sample while minimum hardness found 99 mg/L
from Ganeshpura (GW2). Maximum value of Chloride 196 mg/L was detected from
Jetalpur (GW1) sample while minimum value of Chloride 41 mg/L was detected from
Safronny Institute, Linch (GW4).

Ground water quality of the study area shows that TDS is higher than the desirable limit
at Jetalpur (GW1) and Jagudan (GW5) but within the permissible limit. Hardness is within
the desirable limit at all locations. Quality of ground water shows that it is good for
drinking and domestic purposes except some deviations.

Out of the Eight surface water samples were collected from the near vicinity of project
site. Maximum TDS recorded was 718 mg/L from sample of Mandali (SW2) while
minimum TDS was 332 mg/L found in sample from Canal near Akhaj (SW6). Maximum
value of Chloride was detected from Mandali (SW2). BOD varied from 2.1 to 6.3 mg/l and
Dissolved Oxygen is varied from 3.5 to 6.5 mg/l. Turbidity varies from 2.6 to 4.2 NTU.

Analysis of surface water samples shows that turbidity in all the sample is higher than
desirable limit (<1 mg/l) at all locations and TDS is well below than the desirable at all
location except Mandali (SW2), Linch (SW3), Punasan (SW4), Sanganpur (SW5),
Langhnaj (SW7), Jamnapur (SW8). Calcium is below the desirable limit at all samples
except SW1 and SW2. Total Hardness is above the desirable limit at all locations except
Sanganpur (SW5) and Canal Near Akhaj (SW6) but within the permissible limit at all

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locations. There is absence of heavy metals in the collected samples. Surface water
quality shows that it can be used for drinking purpose as well as domestic purpose after
necessary treatment except some minor deviations.

[5.3] Noise Environment:

Ambient noise level monitoring was carried out during the study period at 9 locations;
noise monitoring was conducted continuously over a period of twenty-four hours to obtain
Leq values at uniform time intervals of one hour.

The average Leq values of noise levels during daytime (Ld) varied between 54.9 (Jn. of
Ahmedabad-Patan Hwy & Divanpura Link Road) to 49.4 dB (Jetalpur).

the average Leq values of noise levels during night time (Ln) varied between 44.9 (Jn. of
Ahmedabad-Patan Hwy & Divanpura Link Road) to 38.3 dB (Ganpat University).

[5.4] Soil Environment:

Soil samples were collected from 05 different locations during the study period in the
study area.

Samples collected from identified locations show that pH of soil in the study area ranging
from 7.25 to 8.23 which indicates that pH of soil in the area are Normal to Saline. Water
Holding Capacity of soil samples of the study area ranges between 49.8% to 54.2%.
Porosity of soil samples of the study area ranges from 44.9% to 50.1%. Total Potassium
content was found in the range 23 mg/kg to 59 mg/kg. On the analysis of different
samples, it can be concluded that the soil in the study area is suitable for agricultural
purposes.

[6] ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

[6.1] Impact on Air Environment

DRILLING PHASE
Sources that cause air emission during drilling phase are;

 Fugitive emission during site preparation and closure phase

 Emission from D. G set

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 Flaring of gases
 Emission from vehicular movement within the site

Due to drilling activity, there shall be increase in PM level along with NO X (from vehicle
exhausts) due to transportation activity at site. Also there shall be fugitive emission
during site preparation and closure phase. D. G sets will be also the contributor to air
pollution at the drill site.

In addition, fugitive emissions in the form of material dust are also expected during
drilling operations like loading, unloading, handling of drilling fluid. To control the dust
emission, regular water sprinkling shall be done on road, and other unpaved areas. To
prevent air pollution around the drill site, tree plantation shall be carried out at the
boundary of the drill site.

Adequate stack height (6 m) of D. G set will be provided to disperse air pollutants into
ambient air and D. G shall be properly maintained.

During well testing, if flaring is the only option available for the disposal of test fluids, only
the minimum volume of hydrocarbons required for the test should be flowed and well test
durations should be reduced. A flare stack of 30 m height will be provided at each well for
flaring of gas if arise.

During drilling phase, transportation activity will lead to increase in concentration of PM &
NOx, affecting the ambient air quality of surrounding areas. Air quality deteriorates for
small period of time, during transportation and unloading of materials. This impact will be
negative in nature for prevailing ambient air quality but it will last for short period of time
and will remain confined within the plant premises.

EPS OPERATION PHASE:

Sources that cause air emission during production phase are;

 Emission from flare stack

 Emission from D. G set
 Fugitive emissions during site preparation, pipeline laying etc.
 Emission from vehicular movement within the site

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During Production activity, flaring of gases after separation from separator can contribute
to additional air pollution in terms of release of un burnt hydrocarbons. At each EPS, flare
stack of 30 m height will be provided at a distance of 30 m from well. Gas produced shall
either be reused internally or supplied to nearby industries and flaring shall be restricted
to technical flaring only.

During the operation phase, air emission will occur only during power failure due to
operation of D. G set which will be for a very short period of time. Adequate stack height
(6 m) of D. G set will be provided to disperse air pollutants into ambient air.

During operation phase, transportation activity will lead to increase in concentration of

PM & NOx, affecting the ambient air quality of surrounding areas. However, this effect
remains localized near to the plant site during the time of vehicular movement only.

Increased level of concentration associated with exhaust gases will return to its original
state with the passage of time. Hence, this impact is envisaged as short term negative
and reversible in nature.

[6.2] Impact on Water Environment

DRILLING PHASE:

During drilling operation phase, water requirement will be mainly for drilling mud
preparation and domestic purpose. The other requirement would be for engine cooling,
floor / equipment washing etc.

The water shall be made available through water tanker (tanker will be hired from local
road contractor).

Wastewater generated from sanitation facilities shall be allowed into Mobile STP and
treated water shall be reutilized for washing activity. It is expected that wastewater in the
form of Drill cutting washing, rig washing, cooling etc. shall be generated, which will be
allowed into Mobile ETP for primary treatment and treated water shall be reutilized for
washing activity. Wastewater collection pit will be designed for collection of waste water
generated. Leaching of waste water shall be prevented by lining the pit by impervious
layers of HDPE liner.

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All chemicals and fuel storage areas will have proper bunds so that contaminated run off
cannot meet the storm water drainage system. Engineering techniques implemented
during drilling / maintenance activity, cementing and casing of wells shall be as per the
standards. To prevent ground water contamination, proper casing installation and
cementing will be done.

Based on above discussion, it can be concluded that during drilling, there shall be no
impact on groundwater and minor impact on surface water.

EPS OPERATION PHASE:

During production, water required for domestic & industrial purpose will be made
available through water tanker (tanker will be hired from local road contractor) & Borewell
(Permission from CGWA will be obtained after getting EC but before obtaining of CTO
from GPCB.

No produced water generation take place. If any produced water generated on a later
stage it will be re-injected in abandoned dry well which is 1000 m below ground level or
naturally evaporated after necessary treatment or sent to nearby common treatment and
disposal facility.

Therefore, it can be concluded that during production phase there shall be negligible
adverse impact on water environment.

[6.3] Impact on Noise Environment

DRILLING PHASE
During drilling phase, noise generation will be due to D. G set operation, drilling rig
operation, movement of vehicles and heavy equipment / machinery. Also there shall be
generation of Vibrations due to moving / rotating parts.

As drilling is a continuous activity, such noise will be emitted during both daytime and
night-time leading to a significant impact on local communities. While, overhauling /
maintenance activity is a limited activity. Due to increase in movement of vehicles and
heavy machineries, vehicular traffic will cause increase in noise levels in the nearby
settlements and other sensitive receptors like schools, hospitals etc.
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The high noise level within the site also has the potential to affect the workers on site.
Continuous exposure to high noise level in workplace environment may cause Noise
Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) and other discomforts like headaches and increase in
stress levels in workers.

Plan to curb noise likely to be generated during drilling activity are as follows;
 D. G sets will be provided with acoustic enclosure and Anti-vibrating pads.
 Lubrication will be carried-out periodically.
 Extensive oiling, lubrication and preventive maintenance will be carried out for the
machineries and equipment’s to reduce noise generation.
 Ear Plug will be provided to those working near high noisy machinery mixer / vibrator
machine.
 Use vibration dampeners for all the equipment.
 All noise generating operations, except drilling is to be restricted to daytime only to
the extent possible.
 Only P.U.C. certified vehicle will be used & usage of old age truck will be avoided.

It can be concluded that due to drilling, there will be short term noise impacts in the
immediate vicinity of the project site.

EPS OPERATION PHASE:

There will be no major noise generation source during EPS operation. The noise
generation will be from D. G set and due to vehicular movement. Since D. G sets shall
only be used in case of emergency / power failures. The noise levels within the site do
not have the potential to affect the workers on site.

To prevent noise pollution, ear-protecting devices will be provided to personnel working

near D. G set. Anti-vibrating pads and acoustic enclosure shall be provided to the D.G
set.

Tree plantation shall be carried out at the periphery of project boundary to prevent noise
pollution in surrounding area.

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The noise anticipated shall be confined within the project boundary. By adopting
preventive measures like regular maintenance of machineries / equipment, greenbelt
development, the impact on noise levels will be minimal.

[6.4] Impact on Land/Soil Environment

DRILLING PHASE:

Drill site preparation will lead to temporary change in land use. The existing land and
land use pattern of the proposed site will get affected due to the construction of drilling
site and associated activities, like installation of rig & machineries, temporary storage of
drilling material including oil and chemicals, domestic waste and other kind of waste
material etc. This impact may happen in terms of temporary clearing of ground
vegetation, changes in the aesthetic looks of the area, changes in soil characteristics
from temporary dumping of earth and fill material generate from site grading activities
etc.

Site preparation will cause stripping and removal of the topsoil from the project site and
the approach road, which contains most of the nutrients and organisms that give soil a
living character and productivity. This will in turn result in minor changes of soil hydrology
and the topsoil structure.

Contamination of soil can result from the project activities if certain operations like
storage of chemicals and fuel, cement and mud preparation, used oil and lubricants are
not managed efficiently. Storage of chemicals and fuels, spent lubricants on unpaved
surfaces also have a Potential for soil contamination. If in case, chemicals, drilling mud,
oil and lubricants are spilled accidentally on open soil, either during transportation or
during handling, it will cause soil contamination. Improper storage of drilling waste and
return / unused drilling mud at the on-site waste disposal facility can also result in
contamination of the soil. Domestic solid waste generated from the site unless properly
disposed can cause contamination of soil. During the entire drilling operation, drill
cuttings and domestic waste and sewage from labour camp etc. may also cause soil
contamination. The road area within the village land may get affected from heavy
vehicular movement & traffic congestion due to vehicular movement.

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Mitigation measures:
 Necessary efforts will be made during selection of drill site to minimize disruption of
current land use to the extent possible and this should be criteria as part of initial
project planning.
 Proper storage and handling of fuels and chemicals will be carried out to prevent soil
contamination due to spillage.
 Necessary restoration efforts will be made during decommissioning and site closure
to restore the site back to its original condition to the extent possible.
 Store, preserve and protect topsoil separately to use it during restoration period or
during backfilling during pipeline laying.
 On completion of works, all temporary structures, surplus material and wastes will be
completely removed.
 A mobile STP and mobile ETP will be provided at drill site to treat wastewater and
treated waste water will be reused within the site premises. Generated drill cutting
and mud will be allowed in an open pit having impervious layer in it to prevent it for
percolation in underground strata. Only water-based mud will be utilized.
 Restrict movement of vehicles only to designated areas within the site to the extent
possible.
 Oil contaminated soil if any shall be collected and kept in Hazardous waste storage
area for its further disposal to TSDF site. The said contaminated area will be further
reclaimed by top soil kept within drilling site.

EPS OPERATION PHASE:

Surface Production Facility (EPS) will be developed at one of the existing or proposed
well site location. As the land already acquired during drilling phase, there will not be any
additional impact on land.

The impact will be mainly due to spillage of hazardous waste during EPS operation.
Used oil, oily sludge and oily cotton waste will be generated from the proposed project
activity. The spillage of the same on ground will lead to contamination of the soil in the
area. In order to prevent the same; the hazardous waste generated will be collected
separately and stored in closed container in isolated area.

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Mitigation measures:
 Dispose process waste and domestic waste as per regulation.
 The domestic waste can also be separated based on their types & will be sold
through the contractors for recycling and / or disposal to approved municipal sites.
 Maximum quantity of used oil generated will be reused in internal purpose for
greasing of fittings, valves, nut bolts etc. Excess quantity if any, will be disposed to
registered recycler of GPCB.
 Oily cotton waste and oily sludge generated during EPS operation will be disposed to
TSDF site.

[6.5] Impact on Ecology & Biodiversity

No national park / wildlife life sanctuary /reserved forest / protected forest / wetland exists
within 10 km radial distance from field hence impact on the same is not expected. No
endangered species are observed in study area.

One avifauna Indian Pewfowl (Pavo Cristatus) (Schedule-I) is observed during site visit.

Project infrastructure and well development will disturb agriculture of site area. There
shall be loss of vegetation due to access cutting and site preparation.

There will not be any direct discharge of effluent into any water body. Hence, there will
not be any impact on aquatic ecology of the surrounding study area.

Dust generation due to vehicular movement may increase deposition of dust and dust
settling on the vegetation may alter or limit plants' abilities to photosynthesize and / or
reproduce.

There shall be impact on Terrestrial Fauna due to Noise and Vibration. Flaring of gases
may create disturbance for nocturnal Avifauna during night.

Mitigation Measures:
 Air emissions generated, due to proposed project activity will be always kept within
the prescribed standards and therefore no significant impact on terrestrial ecology is
envisaged.
 Flaring of gases will be done through a vent as per OMR (Oil Mines Regulation)
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 standard to minimize effect on nocturnal avifauna.
 In case of spill, spill management plan shall be followed.
 300 m2 Green belt developments within the EPS premises will leads to reversing the
various negative impacts associated with EPS operation as well as it can also help to
develop terrestrial and avian ecology with positive effect in the long term.
 Suggestions from the local forest division for the conservation of the Indian Peafowl
will be followed.

[6.6] Socio Economic Impact

The proposed activities will generate direct & indirect employment in the region due to
the requirement of workers in site preparation activities, supply of raw material, other
works, which would marginally improve the economic status of the people. Hence, the
site operations will improve the living condition and welfare of the nearby villagers.

The local surrounding people will get maximum benefit of this project due to their
reduction of travelling cost & time. Moreover, it will result into the improvement in the
economy of the local vendors.

Due to development of greenbelt, it will increase the aesthetic value of the surrounding
area. No loss or disturbance of any historic and cultural heritage is associated with the
proposed project.

Agriculture land is required for drilling operation activity, which will impact live hood
condition of farmers. Cleaning of vegetation will reduce vegetation cover in the area
which will reduce workers wages dependent on it.

Local villagers will be disturbed due to increasing in transportation activity which will pass
on village road.

Drilling rig passes on local village road can weak local nallah.

Thus, overall impact due to this industrial development along with employment potential
poses long-term positive impact on the socio-economic environment on surrounding area

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as it provides benefits in terms of economics to the people employed with it.

Mitigation Measures:
 A Fixed revenue is suggested to pay farmers of proposed site including compensation
of existence crop as per GoG guidelines / policy which also includes payment of
existing crop.
 The local surrounding people will get maximum benefit of this project due to their
reduction of travelling cost & time. Moreover, it will result into the improvement in the
economy of the local vendors.
 Before transportation of drilling rig at drill site, all nallah & road should be
strengthened. A pucca road shall be developed for EPS site.

Social development activities will be carried out in this area to ease live hood condition of
peoples.

[7] ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM

Environmental Monitoring program shall be as mentioned in below Table;

Environment Monitoring Plan (Drilling Phase)

Sr. Frequency of
Activity No. of Sample Parameters
No. Monitoring
Air Pollution Monitoring
One at well site
PM10, PM2.5,
Ambient Air Quality
and one at Twice during
1. SOx, NOX, HC,
nearest drilling
VOC
habitation
Stack Monitoring
Stack Monitoring of D. G All D. G Sets Twice during PM, SO2, NOX,
2.
sets. stacks drilling CO
Ambient Noise Monitoring
Ambient Noise Twice during Day & Night
3. At Drill Site
Monitoring drilling in Leq
Wastewater & Drill Cuttings Quality
pH, TDS, Oil and
Twice during
4. Wastewater Quality At Drill Site Grease, & Heavy
drilling
Metals
Twice during
5. Drill Cuttings Quality At drill Site Oil and Grease
drilling

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 Environment Monitoring Plan (EPS Operation Phase)
Sr. Frequency of
Activity No. of Sample Parameters
No. Monitoring
Air Pollution Monitoring
PM10, PM2.5,
1. Ambient Air Quality 01 Monthly SOx, NOX, HC,
VOC
Stack Monitoring
2. Flare Stack Monitoring 01 Monthly NOX, CO, HC
Stack Monitoring of D. G All D. G sets PM, SO2, NOX,
3. Monthly
sets. stacks CO
Ambient Noise Monitoring
Ambient Noise Day & Night in
4. 04 Monthly
Monitoring Leq
Ground Water Monitoring
Ground Water Quality for
As per IS:10500
5. Surrounding Villages / 02 Six Monthly
Parameter
Borewell
Hazardous Waste Generation Monitoring / Record Keeping
Records of Generation,
Storage, Transportation
6. and Disposal of other To be updated daily
Hazardous / Solid
Wastes

[8] ADDITIONAL STUDIES

Risk analysis and study has been carried out for identification of hazards, selection of
credible scenarios, Risk Mitigation measures etc.

GNRL will comply with all legal requirements of Environment & Safety and committed
towards the Health and Safety of workers.
 Adequate Personal Protective Equipment shall be provided to all the employees.
 The fire fighting facilities will be installed as per OISD – STD-189 for drill site.
 First aids facilities should be made available at the core drilling site and a 24-hour
standby vehicle (ambulance) should also be available at the well site
 The training program shall be provided to the employees to inform the following
aspects; hazards of operations, proper usage of nose mask and earplugs, the
importance of engineering controls and work practices associated with job
assignment(s).
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[9] PROJECT BENEFITS

The proposed project will become beneficial to the surrounding area or community in
terms of social development, employment and other tangible benefits.

Company shall provide compensation for the land acquisition / lease to the land ousters
and for standing crop as per State Government norms.

Workers from nearby villages whose land is taken on lease shall be given priority for
employment as per their skills. The company is committed for contribution of funds and
provides the service for the upliftment of local community in the nearby villages.

As per MoEFCC guideline, unit will allot fund for social development activities. Social
development activities will be carried out in nearby villages within study area as per their
requirement.

[10] ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

An environment management plan has been proposed to implement the mitigation
measures. The plan will ensure that the adverse environmental impacts are minimized
and the beneficial impacts are maximized.

Capital cost for EMP will be Rs.9.50 Lac/well during drilling phase. As drilling is a
temporarily activity, recurring cost is not suggested for the same. Additional 1.00 Lac will
be allotted for conservation of Indian Peafowl.

During operation phase, Capital cost for EMP will be Rs.38.00 Lac/EPS while recurring
cost will be Rs. 12.70 Lac/EPS per year.

[11] CONCLUSION
The following can be concluded based on the study:
 After implementation of Environmental Management Planning in a proper manner,
the surrounding Ambient Air Quality does not exceed NAAQ Standards-2009.
 There shall be negligible impact on ground water and on surface water due to
proposed project.
 There shall be reversible impact on noise environment due to proposed project

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 activities.
 There shall be negligible impact on land / soil due to the project.
 There shall be negligible impact on Geology and Hydrology due to the project.
 The overall impact due to this industrial development along with employment
potential poses long-term positive impact on the socio-economic environment on
surrounding area as it provides benefits in terms of economics to the people
employed with it.

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