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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is moving closer to making the entire Delhi–Jaipur stretch of NH-48 barrier-free by expanding its Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system. Following the rollout at Daulatpura and the latest launch at Manoharpura Toll Plaza, the authority now plans to upgrade Shahjahanpur Toll Plaza as well. The technology-driven initiative aims to eliminate toll barriers, reduce travel time, improve fuel efficiency and create a seamless commuting experience on one of India's busiest highway corridors.
India's transition towards barrier-free highways has gathered momentum with the gradual deployment of next-generation toll collection systems. The Delhi–Jaipur corridor, one of the country's busiest national highway routes, is now on track to become fully free-flowing as NHAI expands its Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling network. The initiative marks another step in modernising highway infrastructure through digital technology while reducing congestion, improving travel efficiency and minimising delays at toll plazas.
The National Highways Authority of India has successfully commissioned the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system at Manoharpura Toll Plaza on the Delhi–Jaipur section of NH-48 in Rajasthan. The latest rollout follows the launch of Rajasthan's first MLFF-enabled toll plaza at Daulatpura on June 19, with the authority now preparing to convert the Shahjahanpur Toll Plaza to the same system. Once completed, the entire Delhi–Jaipur section of NH-48 will operate as a barrier-free tolling corridor.
The MLFF system replaces conventional toll barriers with automated toll collection, allowing vehicles to pass through toll locations without stopping. The technology combines Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) with FASTag-based electronic toll collection, enabling user fees to be collected digitally with minimal human intervention while maintaining uninterrupted traffic flow.
By eliminating queues at toll plazas, the new system is expected to reduce travel time, improve fuel efficiency and lower vehicle emissions. The initiative also supports smoother freight movement and enhances overall travel reliability along the busy Delhi–Jaipur highway, which serves as a major commercial and passenger transport corridor.
NHAI has advised highway users to maintain sufficient balance in their FASTag accounts to ensure uninterrupted travel under the MLFF system. If a vehicle has an insufficient balance, an invalid FASTag or a non-functional tag, an electronic notice (E-Notice) will be issued. Users must clear the applicable toll within 72 hours, failing which they will be liable to pay double the normal toll fee for their vehicle category. E-Notices can be accessed and paid through the designated portal or the Rajmarg Yatra mobile application.
According to NHAI, the adoption of MLFF technology strengthens the country's electronic tolling ecosystem by increasing operational efficiency, improving transparency and reducing the cost associated with physical toll plaza infrastructure. The initiative also aligns with the Government of India's broader objective of using digital technologies to improve citizen services while enhancing ease of travel and doing business across the national highway network.
Source PIB
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