Delhi-Bound Travelers to Face Highway Toll Hikes from April 1

From April 1, 2025, highway toll charges for Delhi-bound travelers will increase across key expressways and highways, including the Delhi-Meerut Expressway, NH-9, and the Delhi-Jaipur highway. Check the updated toll rates.

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Updated on: 2 Apr, 2025, 02:13 pm

Delhi-Bound Travelers to Face Highway Toll Hikes from April 1

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Delhi-Bound Travelers to Face Highway Toll Hikes from April 1

Starting April 1, 2025, commuters traveling to Delhi will have to pay higher toll charges on major highways and expressways. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has revised toll rates as part of its annual price adjustment linked to inflation and highway maintenance costs.

Updated Toll Charges on Key Routes

Delhi-Meerut Expressway

Sarai Kale Khan to Meerut: Toll for cars and jeeps increased from ₹165 to ₹170.
Ghaziabad to Meerut: Toll raised from ₹70 to ₹75 for passenger vehicles.
Light Commercial Vehicles and Buses: Now charged ₹275 per trip.
Trucks: Toll remains ₹580 per trip.

NH-9 (Chhijarsi Toll Plaza)

Cars: Toll increased from ₹170 to ₹175.
Light Commercial Vehicles: New toll set at ₹280.
Buses and Trucks: Toll charge now ₹590.

Delhi-Jaipur Highway (Kherki Daula Toll Plaza)

Private Cars and Jeeps: No increase in toll rates.
Larger Vehicles: ₹5 increase per trip.
Monthly Pass for Cars: Increased from ₹930 to ₹950.
Commercial Cars and Jeeps: Monthly pass now ₹1,255, up from ₹1,225.
Single-Trip Tolls for Light Motor Vehicles and Minibuses: Increased from ₹120 to ₹125.

Why the Toll Hike?

The NHAI revises toll rates annually based on changes in the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) to account for inflation and maintenance costs. The increase in toll fees will help fund ongoing infrastructure projects and ensure smooth highway operations.

Impact on Commuters

With higher toll charges, regular commuters, especially those traveling daily for work, will feel the impact on their transportation expenses. Many travelers may explore alternative routes or rely on public transportation to offset increased costs.

Final Thoughts

As toll hikes become an annual occurrence, travelers heading to Delhi should plan their trips accordingly. The increased revenue is expected to support the development of better highway infrastructure, but for daily commuters, it adds to the rising cost of travel.