Govt announces FASTag passes for Rs 3,000 a year for seamless highway drive in India, check details

To make travelling by road more seamless, the central government has introduced a FASTag-based annual pass for commuters in India. Union Minister of Road, Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, made the announcement on Wednesday.

The annual pass will come into effect from August 15 this year and can be availed by private car, jeep and van owners across India.

What is the annual pass?

The FASTag annual pass is priced at Rs 3,000, which will be valid for an entire year or 200 trips (whichever is earlier).

All vehicles that are privately owned and are non-commercial will be eligible to apply and avail of the offers pass.

Once availed, the pass will cover all national highways across the country.

The pass can be activated via the Rajmarg Yatra App, the National Highways Authority of India website, or Ministry of Road Transport and Highways website.

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How will it help?

Using the annual pass will significantly enhance highway travel by reducing the need to stop and pay at toll plazas within a 60 km range. This not only offers a cost-effective and convenient travel experience but also helps in avoiding traffic jams and long queues commonly seen at toll booths. Additionally, it minimises disputes over toll collection, ensuring a smoother and more efficient journey for commuters.