No Toll for Bikes and Scooters: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has denied media reports claiming that toll tax would be applicable on two-wheelers from July 15. In a post on social media platform X, Gadkari clarified that there is no such proposal and two-wheelers will continue to remain exempt from toll charges.
Gadkari explained that when individuals purchase bikes or scooters, a one-time toll component is already included in the vehicle cost. Hence, they are not charged again when crossing toll plazas. Toll is collected only from four-wheelers and larger vehicles.
The minister termed the recent reports as misleading and reaffirmed that no new toll collection policy is being introduced for two-wheelers. This clarification has come as a relief for millions of daily commuters using motorcycles and scooters.
While denying toll on two-wheelers, Gadkari also announced the launch of a new Annual Toll Pass Scheme starting August 15:
Price: ₹3000
Trips Allowed: 200 per year
Applicable on: NHAI and North-Eastern state toll plazas
Not valid on: State highways
Reduces congestion at toll booths
Saves time for regular commuters
Avoids frequent toll payments
Ideal for daily travelers and frequent users of highways
Gadkari emphasized that the central government is committed to providing fast, affordable, and seamless travel across the country. The new toll pass aims to reduce disputes and delays at toll plazas and ensure greater transparency in toll operations.
Bottom Line:
There is no toll tax being implemented on two-wheelers. The new ₹3000 annual toll pass is aimed at enhancing convenience for frequent highway travelers—not bikers or scooter riders.
