Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System
Prelims:
Science & Technology, Infrastructure
Mains:
GS Paper III-Infrastructure, GS Paper II-Governance
Current relevance:
The National
Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has successfully launched the
Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System at Manoharpura Toll Plaza on the
Delhi–Jaipur section of NH-48.
Highlights:
1.
The Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) system is a
barrier-less electronic toll collection mechanism that enables vehicles to
pass through toll plazas without stopping.
2.
Objective: To create a seamless, barrier-free,
and technology-driven toll collection system that improves traffic flow and
enhances commuter convenience.
3.
Technology: The system integrates Automatic Number
Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology with FASTag-based Electronic Toll
Collection (ETC) for automated toll collection.
4.
E-Notice Mechanism:
i.
Vehicles with insufficient FASTag balance, invalid
or non-functional FASTags receive an Electronic Notice (E-Notice).
ii.
Users must pay the applicable toll within 72 hours, failing
which double the normal user fee is charged.
Key features:
1.
Provides barrier-free toll collection with zero waiting
time at toll plazas.
2.
Ensures uninterrupted movement of vehicles without
stopping.
3.
Automates toll collection through minimal human
intervention.
4.
Integrates FASTag and Automatic Number Plate
Recognition (ANPR) technology for seamless digital toll payments.
Source: PIB- https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleaseDetail.aspx?PRID=2279896®=48&lang=1