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New Annual Toll Pass to Launch on November 1 for ₹1,500
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What Happened?
The Indian government will introduce a new annual toll pass for residents within 20 km of national highway toll plazas starting November 1, 2026. The pass will cost ₹1,500 to ₹3,000 depending on the location.
Key points
- The annual toll pass will be available for ₹1,500 for toll plazas outside municipal limits and ₹3,000 for those within.
- Eligibility is limited to private vehicle owners residing within 20 km of a toll plaza.
- The pass requires a valid FASTag and compliance with all regulations.
- The initiative aims to provide discounted toll rates for local residents.
- The changes are part of the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2026.
Key insights
- The introduction of this pass may encourage more local residents to use national highways.
- It could lead to increased compliance with FASTag usage among private vehicle owners.
- The government may revise toll rates in April, impacting future costs for users.
Why it matters
This new toll pass could significantly reduce travel costs for eligible residents near national highway toll plazas.
Entities
Nitin Gadkari· PersonGovernment of India· OrganizationNational Highway· Location
Source
India Today
