July 11, 2025 3:27 PM
NHAI tightens norms for reporting and blacklisting ‘Loose FASTags’
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has strengthened its mechanism for reporting and blacklisting ‘Loose FASTags’ - commonly referred to as “tag-in-hand” - in a bid to enhance tolling efficiency and ensure the authenticity of FASTag usage. As India gears up for initiatives like the Annual Pass System and Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling, the move aims to curb misuse and operational disruptions caused by FASTags that are not affixed to vehicle windscreens. Such practices ...