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    The document provides guidelines for tree plantation along rural roads in India. It recommends planting trees in single or double rows depending on the available right of way, with 4-6 meter spacing between trees. Saplings should be at least 1.2 meters tall for low mortality. A maintenance schedule is outlined for 4 years, including weeding, watering, and replacement of casualties. Factors to consider in tree selection include suitability to the climate, shape, maintenance needs, and advice from forestry experts. Special measures are described for planting in waterlogged or alkaline soils.

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    The document provides guidelines for tree plantation along rural roads in India. It recommends planting trees in single or double rows depending on the available right of way, with 4-6 meter spacing between trees. Saplings should be at least 1.2 meters tall for low mortality. A maintenance schedule is outlined for 4 years, including weeding, watering, and replacement of casualties. Factors to consider in tree selection include suitability to the climate, shape, maintenance needs, and advice from forestry experts. Special measures are described for planting in waterlogged or alkaline soils.

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    The document provides guidelines for tree plantation along rural roads in India. It recommends planting trees in single or double rows depending on the available right of way, with 4-6 meter spacing between trees. Saplings should be at least 1.2 meters tall for low mortality. A maintenance schedule is outlined for 4 years, including weeding, watering, and replacement of casualties. Factors to consider in tree selection include suitability to the climate, shape, maintenance needs, and advice from forestry experts. Special measures are described for planting in waterlogged or alkaline soils.

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    Irc SP 103 2014

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    The document provides guidelines for tree plantation along rural roads in India. It recommends planting trees in single or double rows depending on the available right of way, with 4-6 meter spacing between trees. Saplings should be at least 1.2 meters tall for low mortality. A maintenance schedule is outlined for 4 years, including weeding, watering, and replacement of casualties. Factors to consider in tree selection include suitability to the climate, shape, maintenance needs, and advice from forestry experts. Special measures are described for planting in waterlogged or alkaline soils.

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    IRC: SP: 103-Guidelines on Tree Plantation

    Along Rural Roads

    INDIAN ROADS CONGRESS


    Kama Koti Marg, Sector-6, R.K. Puram, New Delhi-110 022
    September, 2014

    Plantation
    z

    Adds to pleasing environment

    Minimises global warming

    Important Aspects
    z

    Confined to Available Right of Way

    Transect Walk would help in identifying


    locations

    Only single row on either side

    Two rows: Only when ROW adequate

    Spacing 4 m to 6 m; staggered

    Block areas; 3m x 3m

    Important Aspects (contd..)


    z

    Saplings Min Height 1.2m (Mortality rate low)

    Procure saplings preferably from Government


    Nursery (Avail of MGNREGS)

    Quality planting material

    Maintain for 4 years

    Need to exercise caution against plant diseases

    Specific varieties in particular climates


    (Need to seek advice of forest experts)

    Ornamental trees more appropriate than shady


    trees (when single row)

    Other Considerations Needing Attention


    z

    Preserve top soil

    In forest areas, felling of trees bare minimum

    Planting:
    Minimum 0.5 m beyond toe of roadway
    Close to edge of ROW

    Sight distance and safety primary

    Shrubs/trees clear of side drains


    Root system should not interfere with working
    of drainage facilities

    Typical Cross Section

    Typical Cross Section

    Factors in Selection of Species


    z

    Shape, size

    Texture, colour of foliage

    Suitability to agro-climatic zone

    After care and maintenance

    Economic, social / recreational benefits

    Prone to insects / pests disease

    Advice of forest / horticulture experts


    (IRC SP21-2009 has been of great help)

    Plantation in Special Areas


    Waterlogged / Alkaline soils

    Waterlogged Areas

    Photo of Mounds in Waterlogged Areas

    Protection Measures
    z

    Brushwood fencing

    Live fencing

    Bamboo, locally available

    No: RCC/MS Angles

    Activity Schedule for Avenue Plantation


    Year
    1st Year

    2nd Year

    Month
    JanMarch

    Activities to be done
    1 Surveying & cleaning of the area

    2
    3
    April-June 1
    2
    3
    4
    1
    July2
    August
    3
    4
    Sep-Nov 1
    2
    Dec-Feb 1
    2
    March
    1

    Digging of Pits
    Procurement of brushwood and live fencing
    Purchase of Farm yard manure
    Fencing
    Plantation along the road
    Filling up of Pits with Farm Yard manure and Soil
    Transportation of Plants
    Planting of Saplings
    Watering
    Weeding and hoeing
    Weeding and hoeing
    Watering 4 times a month
    Weeding and hoeing
    Maintenance
    Watering 4 times a month

    Activity Schedule for Avenue Plantation


    Year
    3rd year

    4th Year

    Month
    Activities to be done
    April-June 1 Watering 6 times a month
    1 Casualty Replacement ( 20% of the total plants )
    July2 Weeding
    August
    3 Maintenance by Mali
    Sep-Nov 1 Watering 2 times a month
    2 Maintenance by Mali
    Dec-Feb 1 Maintenance by Mali
    March
    1 Watering 4 times a month
    2 Maintenance by Mali
    1 Watering
    AprilMarch
    2 Casualty Replacement ( 10% of the total plants )
    3 Maintenance by Mali

    Bio-engineering Measures
    z

    Slope Stabilisation, Slope Protection

    MORD Specifications

    Maintenance of Roadside Plantation


    z

    Tending of saplings

    Selective pruning

    Vegetation control

    We need guidance of horticulture staff

    Thank you

    [email protected]

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