Government is planning to lower toll charges with new annual and lifetime payment options, aiming to enhance efficiency and fairness. Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted the necessity of tolls for infrastructure investment and hinted at future policies, including satellite-based tolling.
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