If your home is within 20 kilometers of a toll plaza, the National Highway Authority of India provides toll exemption, subject to the need to show official documentation.

Every day, millions of vehicles ply on Indian roads, including both state and national highways. Numerous toll plazas are also located on these highways, requiring all vehicles to pay toll. Currently, there are approximately 1,065 toll plazas in India, generating revenues of several thousand crores of rupees annually. However, certain regulations exempt some individuals from toll plazas. Under these regulations, those living near toll plazas are exempt from toll. So, let us tell you how far your home is from the toll plaza, so you won't have to pay any money, and what the regulations say about this.

How far is your house from the toll plaza so you don't have to pay?

If your home is within 20 kilometers of a toll plaza, the National Highway Authority of India provides toll exemption. You must present an official document as proof of residence. Under the "Jitna Doori Utna Toll" policy, which will come into effect on September 24, 2024, vehicles tracked by GNSS systems are exempt from toll for travel up to 20 kilometers. This rule was introduced as part of an amendment to the National Highway Fee Rules 2008 and has been implemented on some national highways as a pilot project since 2024. This facility is specifically provided to those living within a 20-kilometer radius of a toll plaza.

Government vehicles also get toll exemption

Residents living within a 20-kilometer radius of the toll plaza are exempt from tolls. In addition to these individuals, official vehicles of the central and state governments, such as police vehicles, ambulances, and fire brigades, are also exempt. Furthermore, vehicles of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force are also exempt. Furthermore, NDRF vehicles engaged in disaster relief and rescue operations are also exempt from tolls.

Toll is not charged even from bike riders

In addition to official vehicles, bike riders are also exempt from toll tax. This rule was established because two-wheelers are lighter and have less impact on roads. Therefore, FASTags are not required for two-wheeled vehicles. Furthermore, pedestrians are also exempt from toll tax.

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