New Delhi, April 1: Commuters travelling on India’s national highways and expressways will now have to shell out more, as the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has implemented a hike in toll charges by an average of 4% to 5% across the country, effective from Tuesday.
Annual Toll Rate Revision Linked to Inflation
A senior official from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways confirmed that the revised toll rates have been enforced as part of an annual exercise tied to wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation. This revision is carried out every year and comes into effect on April 1.The NHAI issues separate notifications for toll revisions on each national highway and expressway.
Impact on Major Routes and Toll Plazas
India currently has approximately 855 toll plazas on the national highway network. These include:- 675 public-funded toll plazas
- 180 concessionaire-operated toll plazas
- Delhi–Meerut Expressway
- Eastern Peripheral Expressway
- Delhi–Jaipur Highway
Toll Revision Framework
The toll fee hike is governed by the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Rules, 2008, which stipulates the formula for annual revision. The rules ensure toll rates remain aligned with macroeconomic indicators like inflation, especially those reflected in the WPI.Travelers are advised to check the updated toll rates for their respective routes before planning their journeys.
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