Centre Has No Plans To Levy Toll On Two-Wheelers, Says Gadkari; Slams 'Misleading' Media Reports

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari clarified on Thursday (12 June) that the government has no plan to impose toll tax on two-wheelers.

The statement comes amid reports in some sections of the media suggesting that two-wheelers may be brought under the tolling framework starting July 15.

He also condemned "misleading" media reports on the issue, saying that creating sensational stories is not a "sign of healthy journalism".

"Some media houses are spreading misleading news about imposing toll tax on two-wheeler vehicles. No such decision has been proposed. The exemption on toll for two-wheeler vehicles will continue fully," Gadkari said on X.

"Spreading misleading news without verifying the truth to create a sensation is not a sign of healthy journalism. I condemn this," he added.

The National Highways Authority Of India (NHAI) also denied the media reports on the issue, saying, "Some sections of the media have reported that the Government of India plans to levy user fees on two-wheelers. NHAI would like to clarify that no such proposal is under consideration. There are no plans to introduce toll charges for two-wheelers".

Currently, two-wheelers remain exempt from toll fees on national highways — a policy that remains unchanged.

However, two-wheelers are not permitted to enter access-controlled highways and expressways.

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