
"NHAI launches a ₹3000 FASTag monthly pass for 200 crossings — but Pune-Mumbai Expressway commuters miss out. — PuneriPages.in"
By Prashant for PuneriPages.in
PUNE: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has rolled out a new monthly FASTag pass offering frequent travellers a tempting deal — 200 toll crossings for a fixed price of ₹3000. But there’s a major catch for thousands of daily commuters between Pune and Mumbai: the pass is not valid on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway.
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NHAI FASTag Monthly Pass – Offer in Detail
- Cost: ₹3000
- Benefit: Up to 200 toll crossings
- Validity: One calendar month
- Scope: Applicable at all NHAI-operated toll plazas across India
- Linked to: A single FASTag for a specific vehicle
Why the Pune-Mumbai Expressway is Excluded from the NHAI FASTag Monthly Pass
The Pune-Mumbai Expressway is operated by the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC), not NHAI.
Because these are separate authorities with different toll collection systems, the new NHAI pass cannot be used for expressway tolls. This means commuters whose primary travel is along the Pune-Mumbai Expressway will get zero benefit from this scheme.
Who Should Buy the NHAI FASTag Monthly Pass
✅ Ideal for:
- Residents of Talegaon, Shirur, or Khed-Shivapur who cross NHAI toll plazas multiple times a day
- Commercial vehicle operators and long-distance transporters who frequently travel on national highways in and around Pune
❌ Not for:
- Drivers whose main and only frequent toll usage is the Pune-Mumbai Expressway
How to Apply for the NHAI FASTag Monthly Pass
You can apply for the monthly pass by:
- Contacting your FASTag issuing bank
- Visiting the IHMCL FASTag portal for subscription options