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The government is reconsidering its bank-centric bidding model for the new barrier-less Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system, after awarding eight of 25 projects. The system uses RFID and ANPR to collect tolls without barriers, prompting new rules to deter unpaid fees.
Description:
- A barrier-less, stop-free tolling system on highways.
- Uses:
- FASTag (RFID)
- Vehicle Registration Number (VRN)
- High-performance RFID readers
- ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras
How It Works:
- Vehicles drive at normal speed →
- RFID + ANPR automatically identify vehicle + tag →
- Toll deducted digitally (no physical barrier or toll booth halt).
Significance:
- Removes congestion at toll plazas.
- Reduces travel time.
- Increases fuel efficiency; lowers emissions.
- Improves tolling efficiency & reduces revenue leakages.
- Helps create a smarter highway network.
First MLFF Project in India:
- Implemented by ICICI Bank at Choryasi Fee Plaza, Gujarat (NH-48).
- Agreement signed by IHMCL, promoted by NHAI.
About IHMCL:
- Indian Highways Management Company Ltd.
- Manages electronic tolling, FASTag, MLFF rollout.
About National Highways Authority of India:
- Statutory body under Ministry of Road Transport & Highways.
- Created under NHAI Act, 1988; operational since 1995.
- Composition:
- Chairman
- ≤ 5 full-time Members
- 4 part-time Members (Secretaries of RT&H, Expenditure, Planning; DG Road Development)
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