Why NHAI wants your number plate & FASTag on same page, Pg15

Key Highlights:

• NHAI has directed FASTag issuer banks to validate vehicle registration numbers (VRNs) linked to FASTags.
• The move addresses complaints of mismatched registration numbers detected by FASTag scanners.
• This validation is crucial for the implementation of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system.
• NHAI will blacklist FASTags linked to incorrect or invalid VRNs.

Detailed Insights:

• The MLFF system relies on accurate VRN mapping with FASTags for toll collection without human intervention.
• Mismatched VRNs can lead to revenue loss as commuters may evade user fees.
• NHAI observed that many mismatches occurred with FASTags issued before integration with the VAHAN database.
• The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) and NHAI are taking steps to prevent misuse of the MLFF system.

Key Concepts Involved:

• FASTag: An electronic toll collection system using RFID technology for automated payments at toll plazas.
• VRN (Vehicle Registration Number): The unique identification code displayed on a vehicle's license plate.
• MLFF (Multi-Lane Free Flow): An advanced tolling system that allows vehicles to pass through toll gates at high speed without stopping.