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The FASTag-based annual pass, rolled out last month, is gaining popularity among motorists, particularly those who travel frequently along highways such as the Bengaluru–Mysuru. Many car owners say the new system has helped cut down their travel costs substantially. At the same time, a growing number of commuters is urging that the scheme be extended to privately-managed toll roads like NICE Road, which witnesses heavy vehicular movement.
Introduced nationwide on August 15, 2025, the FASTag Annual Pass was designed by the Union government to ease the burden of frequent travellers on national highways. Under this scheme, owners of non-commercial vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans can purchase an annual pass for ₹3,000.
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