NO MORE FREE - Two-Wheelers Should Pay Toll From July 15, 2025
Starting July 15, 2025, two-wheelers in india will no longer be exempted from paying toll fees at highway entry points, marking a significant policy shift by the National Highways Authority of india (NHAI). Until now, two-wheelers were generally allowed free passage on most toll roads and expressways across the country, a move originally intended to reduce the financial burden on lower-income commuters and prevent traffic bottlenecks at toll plazas. However, officials argue that the rising number of two-wheelers on highways has increased wear and tear on the infrastructure and added to traffic management challenges, prompting the decision to include them in the toll-paying bracket.
The new policy is expected to bring both logistical and financial changes for millions of two-wheeler riders, especially daily commuters and delivery personnel who rely on highways for faster transit. Authorities suggest that the toll rates for two-wheelers will be significantly lower compared to heavier vehicles but will still contribute to the growing need for funds to maintain and expand the national highway network. To ease the transition, the government plans to introduce wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital payment systems specifically tailored for two-wheelers, including Fastag integration and app-based billing to avoid long queues and confusion at toll points.
Reactions to the announcement have been mixed. While infrastructure experts and policy makers support the move as a necessary step toward sustainable highway management, many common citizens and commuter groups have voiced concern over the additional financial burden. Critics argue that it could discourage two-wheeler use on highways and push more traffic onto urban roads, thereby increasing congestion and pollution in cities. Others fear this policy may be a precursor to further charges on low-income vehicle users. As the implementation date draws closer, all eyes will be on how efficiently the government handles the shift and whether it offers any relief or concessions to vulnerable commuter groups.