Toll Costs Soar: Finance Secretary Weighs In On Highway Charges Boost
2025-02-03
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Finance Secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey has addressed growing concerns over rising toll costs, assuring the public that toll rates are regulated and play a crucial role in funding infrastructure development. With highway charges now accounting for 15-20% of travel costs, Pandey's clarification comes as a relief to many. As the cost of travel continues to rise, the importance of efficient infrastructure funding has never been more pressing, highlighting the need for balanced toll policies that support economic growth and transportation development, including road tolls and highway construction.
