The aim is to accurately charge motorists based on the exact distance travelled on the highways, thereby mitigating traffic congestion and streamlining toll collection processes.the current toll revenue for state-owned National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) stands at Rs 40,000 crore, with projections indicating a significant increase to Rs 1.40 lakh crore within the next 2-3 years.How Will GPS-Based Toll Collection Work?
Under the proposed GPS-based toll collection system, all vehicles will be required to be equipped with GPS (Global Positioning System) technology. This will involve the installation of micro-controllers with third-generation (3G) and GPS connectivity in vehicles, allowing the government to track their movements and determine the toll charges based on the routes taken and toll gates passed through.How Does it Differ from FASTag?
While the existing FASTag system utilises Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for automatic toll deduction as vehicles approach toll booths, GPS-based toll collection will track vehicles continuously throughout their journey.
Unlike FASTag, which deducts tolls only upon reaching a toll plaza, the GPS-based system will collect tolls based on real-time vehicle movement data. It is speculated that GPS-enabled FASTags may be utilised for this purpose by NHAI, providing a seamless transition to the new toll collection method
