New FASTag Based Annual Pass For Private Vehicles: In a major move aimed at streamlining travel and reducing toll booth congestion, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has announced a new FASTag-based Annual Pass designed specifically for private vehicles. Priced at ₹3,000, this pass will be available starting 15th August 2025, and is set to transform how millions of Indians travel on national highways.
Key Features of the New FASTag Annual Pass
- Eligibility: Applicable exclusively to private vehicles, including cars, jeeps, and vans.
- Cost: A one-time payment of ₹3,000.
- Validity: Up to 200 highway trips or 1 year, whichever comes first.
- Coverage: Toll-free travel within a 60-kilometre radius on national highways.
- Activation & Renewal: Available through the Rajmarg Yatra app, and official NHAI and MoRTH websites.
Benefits for Commuters
This initiative is expected to significantly ease travel for daily commuters and long-distance travellers alike by:
- Eliminating the need to stop at toll booths, thus reducing travel time.
- Minimizing toll payment disputes, thanks to a unified, prepaid system.
- Encouraging digital adoption, aligning with India’s broader push towards smart mobility solutions.
A Step Toward Seamless National Highway Travel
The new annual pass is part of the government’s broader plan to promote efficiency and convenience on India’s expanding network of national highways. It is also seen as a push to reduce congestion at toll plazas and improve overall traffic management.
Union Minister Gadkari emphasized that the pass is designed to bring “greater convenience, transparency, and cost-effectiveness” to Indian road travel. With over 7 crore FASTag users already on board, this new offering could further solidify India’s position as a global leader in digital tolling infrastructure.
