Now there will be no need to wait in long queues at toll plazas. The government has decided to implement another new system after Fastag, which is being called Satellite Based Toll System.
In this technology, you just have to drive the vehicle and the toll will be deducted automatically. Now there will be no need to scan the Fastag, because the satellite will identify the vehicle and deduct the toll fee directly.
Fastag will not end now
However, the government will not completely end Fastag yet. Initially, both Fastag and satellite based system will run simultaneously. Gradually the entire toll system will become satellite based. The decision of this new initiative has been taken by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
Change in rules
Actually, the government has amended the National Highway Fee Rules 2008, which also includes electronic toll collection. This decision is a big step towards the satellite toll collection system, which will make the toll collection process easier and more convenient.
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How will the satellite based system work?
In this system, there will be no need to stop the vehicles at the toll plaza. The satellite will automatically deduct the toll amount through the equipment installed in your car or vehicle. This location based system will be completely automatic, in which the toll fee will be deducted based on the location through which you pass.
What will happen to Fastag?
Fastag will not be discontinued at present, but there is a plan to fully implement the satellite based system over time. After this, people will be able to continue their journey without any interruption and the toll fee will also be deducted automatically. This step of the government is an important initiative towards relieving people from unnecessary waiting and traffic.
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