New Delhi, Oct. 27 -- The Government of India will introduce a concessional annual pass for eligible non-commercial vehicle owners living within 20 km of National Highway fee plazas from November 1, 2026, allowing them to commute through designated toll plazas at a fixed annual fee of Rs 1,500 or Rs 3,000, depending on the location of the plaza.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said the initiative aims to make travel more economical for residents living near toll plazas and improve ease of commuting. The annual fee will be Rs 1,500 for fee plazas located outside municipal or local town limits and Rs 3,000 for plazas situated within these limits.

Under the new provision, eligible vehicle owners with a valid and functional FAST...