NHAI Issues New Guidelines for Barrier-Free Tolling on High-Speed Highways

India's National Highways Authority (NHAI) has rolled out fresh guidelines aimed at modernising the country's high-speed highway infrastructure. The new rules mandate barrier-free tolling systems, allowing vehicles to pass through toll points without stopping. The guidelines also emphasise smarter traffic planning to improve overall flow and reduce congestion on major corridors. Additional measures include enhanced drainage systems to address waterlogging and road safety concerns. The move is part of a broader push to make Indian highways more efficient, safer, and environmentally sustainable.