INTRODUCING A NEW TOLL COLLECTION SYSTEM:
Why in the news?
New highway tolling system proposed in India using global navigation satellite system for accurate tracking and distance-based toll collection.
source:springer
About Proposed Highway Tolling System:
- The new tolling system is based on the global navigation satellite system, utilising the Indian GAGAN navigation system.
- It involves fitting vehicles with an On-Board Unit (OBU) to track their location accurately within a 10-meter range.
- Toll rates are calculated based on the distance traveled by the vehicle, with the toll amount deducted from a linked digital wallet.
What is FAST Tags?
● Introduced in 2017 for electronic toll collection. ● Allows automatic deduction of toll without stopping. ● Operated by NHAI under MoRTH supervision. ● Uses RFID technology. ● Linked to prepaid account. ● Faced issues like technical glitches and double deductions. |