Barrier-less toll system being installed on Panipat-Jalandhar Highway
By Arun Kumar Das
NEW DELHI, June 26: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has commenced the rollout of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System at Gharaunda Toll Plaza on the Panipat–Jalandhar section of National Highway-44.
The MLFF system marks a shift from conventional toll plazas by enabling toll collection without requiring vehicles to stop or slow down.
Leveraging advanced Electronic Toll Collection (ETC)technology, high-performance sensors and cameras mounted on overhead gantries automatically identify vehicles and deduct user fees through FASTag, allowing uninterrupted travel at highway speeds.
NHAI has implemented MLFF tolling at Choryasi in Gujarat, Mundka Toll Plaza in Delhi, Daulatpura Toll Plaza in Rajasthan.
Key Features of the MLFF Tolling System
User fees are automatically collected through overhead gantries installed across the highway corridor.
The structures provide a minimum vertical clearance of approximately 5.5 to 6.0 metres, ensuring unhindered movement of all permitted vehicles.
To maintain smooth traffic flow and operational efficiency, strict enforcement measures have been implemented to prevent parking, encroachments and unauthorized stoppages within 200 metres on either side of the MLFF tolling zone.
Route Patrol Vehicles (RPVs) and local enforcement agencies will actively monitor MLFF stretches to prevent violations such as wrong-side driving, number plate tampering and toll evasion.
To safeguard revenue while ensuring transparency and convenience for road users, NHAI has introduced a structured e-Notice mechanism for instances where toll payment is not successfully processed through FASTag, including cases of insufficient balance, inactive tags or tag-related issues.
How Users Can Check e-Notices
Road users can verify and manage e-Notices through the designated NIC portal
www.nhfeenotice.parivahan.gov.in
Users can access the portal by entering their vehicle registration number and authenticating through a One-Time Password (OTP) sent to the mobile number registered in the VAHAN database. e-Notice can also be viewed on Rajmargyatra Mobile App.
Payment Timeline
Payment within 72 Hours: User fee payable at the normal applicable toll rate (1x).
Payment after 72 Hours: User fee payable at twice the applicable toll rate (2x), as per prescribed provisions.
Grievance Redressal
In case a vehicle owner believes an e-Notice has been issued incorrectly, a grievance may be submitted through the NIC portal within 72 hours of issuance for review and resolution.
Advisory for Road Users
NHAI advises all highway users to maintain sufficient balance in their FASTag accounts at all times.
Ensure FASTags remain active and properly affixed on vehicle windshields.
Use clear and compliant High Security Registration Plates (HSRP).
Adhere to traffic discipline and follow signage within MLFF zones.
NHAI has implemented MLFF tolling at Choryasi in Gujarat, Mundka Toll Plaza in Delhi, Daulatpura Toll Plaza in Rajasthan
The implementation of MLFF tolling at Gharaunda Toll Plaza represents another milestone in India’s journey towards a modern, efficient and intelligent highway network.
By leveraging advanced technology for barrier-less toll collection, NHAI aims to enhance commuter convenience, reduce travel time, improve fuel efficiency and create a safer and more sustainable road.
