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Government Plans Uniform Toll Policy to Ease Commuter Burden on Highways

Synopsis:

The road transport ministry is formulating a uniform toll policy to streamline the National Highway toll system and reduce user dissatisfaction. India collected ₹64,809.86 crore in toll revenue in 2023-24, a 35% rise from the previous year. Highway construction has reached 7,000 km so far this fiscal year.


The road transport ministry is developing a uniform toll policy to address user concerns over high toll charges and inconsistent road conditions. With total toll collection reaching ₹64,809.86 crore in 2023-24, a 35% increase from the previous year, commuters have raised concerns about the financial burden. The government is also implementing a barrier-less GNSS-based toll system to improve efficiency and reduce congestion at toll booths.

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Key Takeaways:

  • The road transport ministry is working on a uniform toll policy for National Highways.

  • Toll revenue reached ₹64,809.86 crore in 2023-24, a 35% increase from 2022-23.

  • Highway construction in FY2024 has reached 7,000 km so far.

  • The government plans to award 13,000 km of highway projects this year.

  • A GNSS-based toll collection system is in development to enable barrier-less tolling.

  • The Bharatmala Pariyojana faces delays, affecting the pace of new highway project awards.

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Rising Toll Charges and Highway Expansion

Over the past decade, toll charges have increased significantly, with more highways coming under the tolling system. The revenue generated from tolls has surged, reflecting higher user costs.

Annual Toll Collection in India

Financial Year

Toll Collection (₹ Crore)

Increase (%)

2019-20

27,503

-

2022-23

48,006

74.6

2023-24

64,809.86

35

National Highway Construction and Future Projects

India has the second-largest road network globally, with National Highways spanning 1,46,195 km. The government has constructed 7,000 km of highways so far this fiscal year, with the pace expected to accelerate in the February-March period. The Bharatmala Pariyojana, launched in 2017 to enhance road connectivity, has slowed due to regulatory hurdles, delaying new project approvals.

National Highway Construction Progress

Financial Year

Highways Constructed (km)

2020-21

13,435.4

2021-22

10,457.2

2022-23

10,331

2023-24

12,349

Future Road Development Plans

The government aims to award 13,000 km of highway projects this financial year. However, the absence of a new scheme to replace the Bharatmala Pariyojana has slowed approvals. The road transport ministry has submitted projects worth ₹50,000-₹60,000 crore for Cabinet approval. Once cleared, these projects will significantly enhance the National Highway infrastructure.

The uniform toll policy and new technology-driven toll collection system will be key developments in improving road user experience and reducing congestion on India’s growing highway network.

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