1. Clearing of 30 meter width of scrub land will the reduce the existing ground cover for most burrowing animals.

2. Soil erosion is likely to further increase with the clearing of 30 meter width of scrubland.

3. Activities associated with construction will temporarily disturb the movements of wild animals. Blasting in the rocky terrain, along the river bank and use of heavy machinery and vehicles will increase the level of disturbance to the terrestrial species.