On October 27, 2026, the Central Government of India announced a new policy aimed at reducing travel costs for local residents. The initiative provides an annual pass for non‑commercial vehicle owners who live within 20 kilometres of national highway toll plazas. The pass will be available from November 1, 2026.
The pass will cost Rs 1,500 for toll plazas located outside municipal or local town limits and Rs 3,000 for those within municipal or local town limits. It will be facilitated through the Rajmargyatra app, ensuring a seamless and user‑friendly experience for eligible residents.
Local residents near toll plazas to get annual passes for Rs 1,500-Rs 3,000 from November 1 https://t.co/PXthu92RZd
The initiative is designed to help non‑commercial vehicle owners who frequently travel through toll plazas near their homes. By offering an annual pass, the government aims to reduce these expenses and make travel more economical.
The Rajmargyatra app will be used to verify eligibility and manage pass usage, ensuring that the pass is used only by the intended beneficiaries.
The policy will apply to all non‑commercial vehicle owners living within the 20‑kilometre radius of the toll plazas, providing them with a convenient way to manage their travel costs.
The annual pass covers non‑commercial vehicle owners. The Rajmargyatra app will be used to verify eligibility and manage pass usage, ensuring that the pass is used only by the intended beneficiaries.
The introduction of the annual pass is part of a larger vision to enhance travel convenience and reduce the financial burden on local residents. The government hopes that this initiative will not only benefit individual commuters but also contribute to the overall economic well‑being of the region.
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The annual pass is a step toward making travel more convenient and affordable for local residents. While there are challenges to be addressed, the initiative has the potential to significantly benefit non‑commercial vehicle owners and improve the economic well‑being of the region.
- Rs 1,500 – annual fee for toll plazas outside municipal or local town limits - Rs 3,000 – annual fee for toll plazas within municipal or local town limits - 20 km – distance from toll plazas