India to Implement Barrier-Free Tolling by December Using FASTag and AI Technology
India to roll out barrier-free tolling with FASTag, AI cameras by December, says Nitin Gadkari
The Economic Times
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India plans to roll out a barrier-free tolling system on national highways by December 2023, utilizing FASTag, AI-powered Automatic Number Plate Recognition cameras, and RFID technology. This initiative aims to reduce congestion and logistics costs, enhancing transport efficiency across the country.
- 01Barrier-free tolling to be implemented by December 2023.
- 02System will use FASTag, AI cameras, and RFID technology.
- 03Aims to eliminate stoppages at toll plazas.
- 04Expected to reduce congestion on national highways.
- 05Part of India's push for improved transport infrastructure.
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India is set to introduce a barrier-free tolling system on its national highways by December 2023, as announced by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. This system will leverage FASTag, AI-powered Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras, and RFID technology to streamline toll collection processes. The primary goal is to eliminate stoppages at toll plazas, thereby reducing congestion and lowering logistics costs. This initiative is part of India's broader strategy to enhance its transport infrastructure and facilitate faster movement across the country, which is crucial for economic growth and efficiency.
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This new tolling system will significantly improve traffic flow on national highways, making travel faster and more efficient for commuters and transport services.
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