In a recent announcement, the highways ministry plans to introduce annual and life-time passes for private car users for NH tolls, effectively shifting more financial responsibility onto the general taxpayer. With private cars accounting for a mere 20-26% of toll collections yet representing 60% of the traffic, this new scheme raises concerns about the sustainability of highway maintenance funding. Critics argue this move prioritizes convenience over fiscal responsibility, potentially leading to increased taxes or reduced funds for critical infrastructure projects.
Government to Offer Unlimited NH Travel Passes: An Unnecessary Burden on Taxpayers?
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The highways ministry plans to introduce annual and life-time passes for private cars, allowing unlimited travel on NHs with a one-time toll payment. With private cars contributing only 20-26% of toll revenue despite being 60% of NH traffic, the initiative ai…
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In a push towards easing the financial burden on middle-class families, the highways ministry has announced plans to roll out annual and life-time toll passes for private car owners. This initiative, seen as a step towards more equitable road use, targets making transportation affordable for the 60% of NH traffic constituted by private vehicles, which, until now, has been disproportionately burdened despite only contributing to 20-26% of toll revenues. Advocates champion this move as a stride towards decreasing the cost of living and promoting sustainable travel.
From The Times of India