Toll Tax New Rules: Toll collection recently began at the Bijwasan toll plaza on the Dwarka Expressway. Following this, a claim went viral on social media that some people were traveling at this new toll for only ₹7, while the standard toll is between ₹220 and ₹340. This created confusion among travelers about who was traveling for ₹7 and for whom this facility was available.
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Is ₹7 actually a toll fee?
NHAI has clarified that the claim of a ₹7 toll fee is false and misleading. There is no such direct toll charge. Those hearing the ₹7 story are likely misunderstanding the effective per-trip cost of the ₹340 local monthly pass. This pass allows for 50 trips, and with a total cost of ₹340, the cost per trip is approximately ₹7.
The Real Mechanism of the ₹340 Monthly Pass
This pass, designed for local commuters, aims to provide relief to regular commuters.
The standard toll fee is approximately ₹220 for one-way travel and approximately ₹330 for a return travel pass. A non-local traveler purchasing a pass for 50 journeys would incur a total expenditure of ₹7,360. In contrast, the local commuter pass is available for only ₹340, significantly reducing the cost for daily commuters.
Pass Linked to FASTag, Easier Entry
NHAI has set up special registration counters at toll plazas where local passes are issued within approximately 20 to 30 minutes. This pass is directly linked to FASTag, eliminating the need for travelers to carry a separate card or receipt. Initially, during the management process, residents were provided with three toll-free lanes and temporary relief for a few days.
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Who will receive the ₹340 Local Pass?
This pass is available only to residents living within a 20-kilometer radius of the Bijwasan and Kherki Daula toll plazas. Proof of identity and address are required for the pass. This pass is designed to reduce daily travel expenses for residents, allowing them to save significantly compared to the standard toll charges.