India : Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam

Sovereign Project | 56283-001

The project is estimated to cost $250.0 million. The project loan modality is selected because the project scope is fully defined and confined to specific geographic areas. Climate adaptation is envisaged to cost $172 million, of which ADB will finance 94.2%. Total climate adaptation cost and ADB's share will be refined during project preparation.

Project Details

  • Project Officer
    Drieu, Olivier
    Sectors Group
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  • Country/Economy
    India
  • Sector
    • Agriculture, natural resources and rural development
Project Name Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam
Project Number 56283-001
Country / Economy India
Project Status Proposed
Project Type / Modality of Assistance Loan
Source of Funding / Amount
Loan: Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam
Ordinary capital resources US$ 200.00 million
Operational Priorities OP1: Addressing remaining poverty and reducing inequalities
OP2: Accelerating progress in gender equality
OP3: Tackling climate change, building climate and disaster resilience, and enhancing environmental sustainability
OP4: Making cities more livable
OP5: Promoting rural development and food security
OP6: Strengthening governance and institutional capacity
Sector / Subsector

Agriculture, natural resources and rural development / Rural flood protection - Rural water policy, institutional and capacity development

Water and other urban infrastructure and services / Urban flood protection

Gender Gender equity theme
Description

The project is estimated to cost $250.0 million. The project loan modality is selected because the project scope is fully defined and confined to specific geographic areas. Climate adaptation is envisaged to cost $172 million, of which ADB will finance 94.2%. Total climate adaptation cost and ADB's share will be refined during project preparation.

The project will be aligned with the following impact: make Assam a disaster resilient state. It will combine structural and nonstructural measures in four high-priority flood- and erosion-prone areas to contribute to the broader stabilization of the river. It will (i) stabilize critical locations by providing integrated climate resilient riverbank erosion and flood protection infrastructure, which will recover lost floodplain and charland and enhance inland navigation; (ii) strengthen Assam's institutional capacity for effective climate and disaster resilient FRERM and improve decision-making for disaster prevention and asset maintenance; and (iii) improve livelihoods of the most vulnerable riparian population and increase their resilience to shocks via inclusive economic empowerment.

Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy The proposed project will build on the Assam Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Investment Program (AIFRERMIP) to increase the reliability and effectiveness of flood and riverbank erosion risk management (FRERM) systems in flood-prone areas. It will focus on the main stem of the Brahmaputra River in Assam and follow a climate-resilient, holistic, integrated, systematic, and reach-wise approach to managing riverbank erosion and the attendant flood risk.
Impact

Make Assam a disaster-resilient state

Outcome

Climate-resilient flood and riverbank erosion mitigation systems in the Brahmaputra River enhanced

Outputs

Climate-resilient flood and riverbank erosion risk mitigation measures in subproject areas implemented and maintained

Knowledge-based flood and riverbank erosion risk management planning strengthened

Vulnerable people's livelihoods and resilience improved

Geographical Location Barpeta, Dhemaji, Dhubri, Dibrugarh, Marigaon, Nagaon, Tinsukia
Safeguard Categories
Environment B
Involuntary Resettlement A
Indigenous Peoples B
Summary of Environmental and Social Aspects
Environmental Aspects
Involuntary Resettlement
Indigenous Peoples
Stakeholder Communication, Participation, and Consultation
During Project Design
During Project Implementation
Business Opportunities
Consulting Services All procurement of consulting services will be undertaken in accordance with ADB's Procurement Regulations for ADB Borrowers: Goods, Works, Nonconsulting and Consulting Services (2017, as amended from time to time).
Procurement All procurement of goods and works will be undertaken in accordance with ADB's Procurement Regulations for ADB Borrowers: Goods, Works, Nonconsulting and Consulting Services (2017, as amended from time to time).
Responsible ADB Officer Drieu, Olivier
Responsible ADB Department Sectors Group
Responsible ADB Division Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development Sector Office (SG-AFNR)
Executing Agencies
Flood and River Erosion Management Agency of Assam
Timetable
Concept Clearance 23 Mar 2023
Fact Finding 27 Mar 2023 to 04 Apr 2023
MRM 20 Jul 2023
Approval -
Last Review Mission -
Last PDS Update 27 Mar 2023

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Title Document Type Document Date
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: PGP/Guwahati West Subproject Initial Environmental Examination Initial Environmental Examination Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Morigaon Subproject Initial Environmental Examination Initial Environmental Examination Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Goalpara Subproject Initial Environmental Examination Initial Environmental Examination Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Proposed Guest Hostel for Water Resources Department’s Trainees in Assam Water Centre, Kamrup Metropolitan District Initial Environmental Examination Initial Environmental Examination Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Dibrugarh Subproject Initial Environmental Examination Initial Environmental Examination Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Dibrugarh Subproject Resettlement Plan Resettlement Plans Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Goalpara Subproject (Goalpara District) Resettlement Plan Resettlement Plans Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Morigaon Subproject Resettlement Plan Resettlement Plans Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Palasbari-Gumi/Guwahati West Subproject (Kamrup District) Resettlement Plan Resettlement Plans Jul 2023
Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam: Tinsukia Subproject Resettlement Plan Resettlement Plans Jul 2023

Evaluation Documents See also: Independent Evaluation

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