All private vehicles can get a FASTag annual pass for ₹3000 starting today, allowing toll-free travel up to 200 highway booths a year.
Your statement is largely correct, but there are a few important details to clarify. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, through the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), has indeed launched a new FASTag Annual Pass for ₹3000.
Here are the key details of the new scheme:
- Cost and Validity: The pass costs ₹3000 and is valid for a period of one year from the date of activation or for up to 200 trips, whichever comes first. After the limit is reached, your FASTag will revert to its regular pay-per-use mode.
- Eligibility: This pass is exclusively for private, non-commercial vehicles like cars, jeeps, and vans. It is not applicable for commercial vehicles.
- How to Apply: You can apply for the annual pass through the official Rajmarg Yatra mobile application or the NHAI website. The pass is linked to your existing FASTag, so you do not need to buy a new one.
- Coverage: The pass is valid for toll plazas on National Highways and National Expressways managed by NHAI. It does not cover tolls on state highways or city roads, where your FASTag will continue to operate under regular charges.
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