End of FASTag Era? India to launch GPS-based toll system from May 1
New Delhi: In a major technological shift, the Indian government is set to replace the existing FASTag-based toll collection system with an advanced GPS-based tolling mechanism starting May 1. This move aims to make toll payments more seamless, faster, and transparent.
According to reports, the new satellite-backed system will eliminate the need for traditional toll booths, significantly reducing wait times and long queues. The upgraded model will also help curb misuse of tags and reduce manual errors, fraud, and mismanagement at toll plazas.
The new technology will track vehicles via GPS and calculate toll charges based on the distance traveled. Additionally, ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras will work in tandem with GPS devices to detect vehicles and deduct toll fees in real-time.
Officials claim this game-changing system will not only streamline traffic flow on national highways but also ensure accurate and hassle-free toll collection.
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KSRTC to run 1000 special services to clear Christmas rush
Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation will operate 1000 additional special services in view of the Christmas festival.
In addition to the existing schedule, the special services will run on 19.12.2025, 20.12.2025 and 24.12.2025. Further, special buses will be operated from various places of intra & Interstate places to Bengaluru on 26.12.2025 & 28.12.2025.
Special buses will be exclusively operated from Bengaluru Kempegowda Bus Station to Dharmastala, Kukkesubramanya, Shivamogga, Hassan, Mangaluru, Kundapura, Shringeri, Horanadu, Davangere, Hubbali, Dharwad, Belagavi, Vijayapura, Gokarna, Sirsi, Karwar, Raichur, Kalaburagi, Ballari, Koppala, Yadgir, Bidar, Tirupathi, Vijayawada, Hyderabad and other places.
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Special buses from Mysuru Road Bus Station will be exclusively operated towards Mysuru, Hunsur, Piriyapatna, Virajpet, Kushalanagar, Madikeri.
The corporation has also announced a discount of 5 per cent on the fare if four or more passengers book tickets under a single reservation. A discount of 10 per cent will be extended on return journey tickets if onward and return tickets are booked simultaneously.
In addition to the above, special buses will be operated from all Taluk/District Bus Stands in the jurisdiction of KSRTC based on the traffic needs.
