Are Vehicles Entitled to Free Passage at Toll Plazas if Queues Exceed 100 Metres? Fact Check Calls Claim False

A claim stating that vehicles are entitled to free passage at toll plazas if queues extend beyond the 100-metre mark is currently circulating online. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) debunked this myth and clarified that there is no such provision under the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008.

Fake Claim Goes Viral Online

The assertion that motorists can pass through toll plazas without payment if the queue of vehicles exceeds 100 metres has gained traction across various social media platforms and messaging apps. Many users shared this information, believing it to be a valid rule to ensure smooth traffic flow and reduce waiting times at toll booths. Is the Viral Video of ‘Doctor’ Removing Kidney Stone by Hand Pressure Real?

NHAI Debunks Viral Myth About Free Toll Passage for Queues Over 100 Metres

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Today’s myth addresses a common misconception that vehicles are entitled to free passage if queues at toll plazas extend beyond the 100-metre mark.

In reality, there is no such provision under the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008.… pic.twitter.com/ZwzFCJwrDX

— NHAI (@NHAI_Official) September 21, 2026

NHAI Clarifies Position

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has officially debunked this claim, clarifying that there is no such provision under the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008. NHAI publicly addressed this "myth" on X (formerly Twitter), stating, "There is no such provision under the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008. Toll collection at National Highway fee plazas is governed strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Rules."

The NHAI further added that any exemptions from payment of user fee are specifically defined under the Rules and are prominently displayed at toll plazas for the information of road users. "Stay informed. Travel smarter", NHAI said. Is EAM S Jaishankar Endorsing Investment Scheme Offering INR 80,000 Daily? PIB Fact Check Reveals Truth.

Conclusion

The claim that vehicles are entitled to free passage if queues at toll plazas extend beyond the 100-metre mark is false. As clarified by the National Highways Authority of India, no such provision is currently in effect under the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008.

Claim :

Vehicles are entitled to free passage if queues at toll plazas extend beyond the 100-metre mark.

Conclusion :

NHAI said that there is no such provision under the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008.

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