FASTag crosses 2.0-crore users mark; toll collection rises to Rs 92 crore per day

FASTag users in the country have hit a historical landmark! The number has crossed the 2-crore mark, registering a growth of 400 percent in a year. This has increased the total toll collection to Rs 92 crores per day which is a substantial increase in the daily toll collection from Rs. 70 crores per day, a year back. FASTag is contributing to nearly 75 percent of the total toll collection as of now. 

Digital payment through “FASTag” is being actively promoted by NHAI to enhance the user experience on National Highways and reduce pollution on account of queuing of vehicles at the Toll Plazas.

The Government’s direction to move towards 100% digital transaction for payments at the Toll Plazas on National Highways (NH) provided the required impetus for the FASTag adoption. The dedicated efforts of NHAI, receptive approach of Highways Users & Other stakeholders led to stupendous increase in adoption of digital mode of transaction at the Toll Plazas.

FASTag uses Radio-frequency Identification (RFID) technology that provide users a smooth and effortless cross-over at Toll plazas without waiting/halting. The payment is made digitally through the FASTag linked to the bank wallet. As social distancing has become the new norm, commuters are increasingly looking at FASTag as a toll payment option as it nullifies the chances of any human contact between the drivers and the toll operators. Being an inclusive technological tool for toll collection on highways, FASTag is a more practical and beneficial option. 

NHAI is committed to provide safe, smooth and seamless journey to commuters on National Highways. Implementation of FASTag is one step that will realize this endeavor.