Toll Tax for Bikes? Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Issues Clarification Amid Viral Reports

The National Highway Authority of India has issued clarification on the reports of toll charges imposed on two-wheelers. Denying all such claims, NHAI has deemed all such reports from some sections of the media false. Furthermore, the organisation stated that no such proposal is under consideration by the Government of India. Echoing the same, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, shared a post on social media platforms.

In his post on social media, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said, "Some media houses are spreading misleading news about imposing toll tax on two-wheeler vehicles. No such decision has been proposed. The exemption on toll for two-wheeler vehicles will continue fully. Spreading misleading news without verifying the truth to create a sensation is not a sign of healthy journalism. I condemn this." (English translation)

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Prior media reports indicated that the toll-free travel for two-wheelers on Indian highways may come to an end. As per these reports, the complimentary FASTag for two-wheelers could be terminated, and toll fees might be imposed at highway entry points starting July 15, 2025. Currently, two-wheelers are not required to pay toll fees on national highways throughout the country.

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Two-wheelers have benefited from free access on the majority of toll roads and expressways nationwide. This policy was originally established to alleviate the financial burden on lower-income travelers and to mitigate traffic congestion at toll booths.

#FactCheck: Some sections of the media have reported that the Government of India plans to levy user fees on two-wheelers. #NHAI would like to clarify that no such proposal is under consideration. There are no plans to introduce toll charges for two-wheelers. #FakeNews

— NHAI (@NHAI_Official) June 26, 2025

The reports claiming the imposition of toll charges on two-wheelers emerged following the news of the introduction of a FASTag-based annual pass for private vehicles. This new rule will come into effect starting August 15, with the pass priced at Rs 3,000. It is aimed at providing commuters with hassle-free travel on the highways.

The pass is intended for personal use and applies to non-commercial vehicles like cars, jeeps, and vans. A specific link for activation and renewal will be launched shortly on the Rajmarg Yatra App, in addition to the official sites of NHAI and MoRTH.