Mumbai Toll Hike Kicks In Today: Rs 225 For Heavy Vehicles At Five Entry Points — THESE Are Spared | Mumbai-news News
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MSRDC revises commercial vehicle toll at Airoli, Dahisar, Vashi and both Mulund entry points from October 1; transporters warn of costlier freight, private cars stay exempt.
Transporters have opposed the hike, saying it will raise operating costs, push up freight rates and eventually hit consumers.
Commercial vehicles entering Mumbai will pay more toll from today, October 1, as the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) revises rates at five entry points. Mini buses and light commercial vehicles will pay Rs 90, while heavy vehicles will pay Rs 225 per trip, ahead of the festive season.
Transporters have opposed the hike, saying it will raise operating costs, push up freight rates and eventually hit consumers. The revised rates apply at Airoli, Mulund (LBS Marg), Mulund (Eastern Express Highway), Dahisar and Vashi. Private cars and SUVs continue to travel toll-free, as do public transport buses.
How Much More Will Commercial Vehicles Pay?
| Vehicle category | Earlier toll (per trip) | Revised toll (per trip) | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini buses, light commercial vehicles | Rs 75 | Rs 90 | 20% |
| Buses, trucks | Rs 150 | Rs 180 | 20% |
| Heavy motor vehicles | [VERIFY: Rs 190 or Rs 180] | Rs 225 | [VERIFY] |
Which Entry Points Are Covered?
| Entry point | Corridor |
|---|---|
| Vashi | Sion–Panvel Highway |
| Airoli | Airoli Creek Bridge, from Navi Mumbai |
| Mulund (LBS) | Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg |
| Mulund (Eastern Express Highway) | Eastern Express Highway |
| Dahisar | Western Express Highway |
Atal Setu, reported to be the sixth gateway into the city, will continue to follow a separate tariff.
Who Continues To Travel Toll-Free?
Private cars and SUVs will not be charged at any of the five entry points, and public transport buses remain exempt. Light vehicles have been toll-free since a state government decision on October 14, 2024.
Can Transporters Reduce The Burden?
According to MSRDC, commercial vehicle owners can buy toll coupons in advance. Buyers of 50 coupons will get a 25 per cent discount, while those buying 100 will get 50 per cent. Discount journey smart cards will also be issued at toll plazas to eligible operators.
Why Are Transporters Objecting?
Bal Malkit Singh, adviser and former president of the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), said any hike directly raises operating costs, forcing transporters to raise freight charges that will “ultimately be passed on to consumers”. He said operators were already dealing with rising expenses and urged the Maharashtra government to extend the exemption given to small vehicles to heavy commercial vehicles.
Singh also questioned why toll was still being collected, arguing that contractors had already recovered the cost of building the roads. He warned the hike would add an “additional financial burden” on Mumbaikars.
Why Will Toll Collection Continue Till 2029?
Toll collection began in September 2002 to recover the cost of Mumbai’s flyovers and was originally due to end in November 2026, reports said. After light vehicles were made toll-free in 2024, the deadline has reportedly been extended to September 17, 2029, to compensate the contractor for a Rs 900 crore loss.
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Ask News18Starting October 1, the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation revised toll rates at five Mumbai entry points. Mini buses and light commercial vehicles now pay Rs 90 per trip, buses and trucks pay Rs 180, and heavy motor vehicles are charged Rs 225.
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