Environmental Assessment of Gorakhpur Industrial Developmental Authority (GIDA) Project Area

In the present study, Environmental Assessment of Gorakhpur Industrial Developmental Authority (GIDA) Project Area is carried out with a view to look into the present status of environmental quality and issues relating to public health. Environmental Assessment of GIDA Project Area has never been done earlier. Industrial pollution is considered to be the major problem in this area. Environmental Assessment should thoroughly examine the various environmental parameters related to water, air, noise and solid wastes because the pollution may adversely affects the adjoining areas and ultimately the city. So, there is a need to assess the environmental condition of the area and to look into mitigation measures to reduce, prevent or avoid the potential adverse environmental consequences from the project activities and to ensure a high quality environment in the region. Importance of this work lies in reducing environmental compliance issues, waste minimization and to protect occupational safety of workers and to promote sustainable development. Mitigation measures are needed in order to eliminate or minimize adverse environmental impacts. Various environmental issues are presented and discussed. The Environmental Assessment has included the assessment of Ambient Air Quality, Wastewater Characteristics, Groundwater Quality, Noise Pollution and Management of Solid Waste in GIDA Project Area.