The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in India has announced that starting April 10, cash transactions at toll plazas will be discontinued, mandating digital payments to enhance traffic flow and minimize disputes. Under the new system, all toll payments must be made electronically, and vehicles lacking a valid FASTag will still be allowed to pass but will be charged 1.25 times the standard toll fee via UPI (Unified Payments Interface). If payment is not made, authorities may deny entry or remove the vehicle under Rule 14 of the National Highways Fee Rules. Additionally, an e-notice may be issued for unpaid tolls, with failure to pay within three days resulting in double charges. The ministry is also promoting the use of “Exempted FASTags” and FASTag-based annual passes, priced at ₹3,075 (roughly $37 USD), allowing up to 200 toll crossings. This shift to a fully digital payment system is part of a broader effort to modernize toll collection and streamline processes, reducing altercations at toll booths and improving overall efficiency.