annexures - Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Chapter - 8 Crematoria(i)(j)(k)Toilets, washrooms and source of drinking water should be of matching requirement.Similarly adequate lighting arrangements should be provided.Provision of minimum landscaping equivalent to 5 % of the cost of civil work (maximum)with greenery and flowerbeds etc should be provided. This is necessary for improving theaesthetics and providing soothing environment for the mourners.Estimates of civil work should be based on the latest SOR applicable for the city. Estimatesof non-schedule items should be based on lowest of the three quotations obtained fromprospective suppliers.8.5.2 Proposal for Up gradation of Existing Cremation Ground(a)(b)For upgradation proposals, generally pyres, trays, hood and chimneys with appurtenantcivil work may be considered.For inclusion of additional items, if any, referred to for the new cremation grounds properjustification should be provided.8.6 LANDSCAPING AND ARCHITECTUREConsidering the sensitivity of the site, attempt should be made to develop the premises withcompatible landscaping and architecture for better environment and aesthetics.8.7 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCECharges are levied on use of crematoria. An estimate should be made and incorporated in theproject cost.All projects should have built-in components of 5 years O&M.8.8 COST ESTIMATEThe equipment for electrical and gas based crematoria is supplied on a turnkey basis.Quotations from the suppliers should be obtained alongwith the requirements of land, civil,electrical and mechanical works. Based on this information cost estimates should be preparedand presented in the form given in the table below.Table 8.1: Cost Estimate of CrematoriaS. Name of Details of Item Quantity Cost/unit, Rs. Total Cost, lacsNo. Locality1. Wood based crematoria2. Electrical crematoria3. Gas based crematoria4 Land acquisition costO&M CostGrand Total70