(Manisha Mahar, Intern Journalist); Fastag has been made mandatory for all four-wheelers in Uttar Pradesh from January 1, 2021. To promote digitalization, the central government is completely eliminating cash transactions at all toll plazas in the country.
In this regard, NHAI’s project director NN Giri said that the central government wants to use Fastag 100 percent by 31 December. If the vehicle owner did not put a fastag on their vehicle, they may be inconvenienced on the highway from January 1.
According to the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI), the Fastag e-commerce website is available on Amazon, Flipkart, Snapdeal, and Paytm. Fastag can also be purchased from banks and petrol pumps. While taking Fastag from the bank, keep in mind that buy Fastag from the bank where you have an account.
These documents are necessary for fastag
To buy Fastag, you will need a photocopy of the driving license and registration of the vehicle. At the same time, you can use an Aadhaar card, passport, or PAN card as a photo ID. Fastag will get you for this much money according to NHAI you can buy Fastag from any bank for 200 rupees. You can recharge Fastag with a minimum of Rs 100. The government has given permission to levy some additional charges on its behalf on recharge from bank and payment wallet.