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How will FASTag project help in improving logistics and transport sector?
By employing Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, it makes toll fares payment possible directly from the prepaid accounts linked to it. 2. FASTag thus helps in quickening passage through the toll barriers and aids in avoiding the use of cash.
Which technology is used for accessing information from FASTag?
With the use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, the FASTag scanner scans the tag affixed on the vehicle and automatically deducts the toll amount from the linked prepaid account, such as a Paytm wallet.
Who implemented FASTag?
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) through its subsidiary Indian Highway Management Company Limited (IHMCL) sells and operates FASTag. FASTag taken from one bank cannot be used with the account of another bank. So users prefer buying FASTag from the bank in which they have their bank accounts.
Why RFID is used in car?
RFID tag will ensure that the electronic toll collection system will ensure that when vehicle pass the toll tax booths, they can pass without stopping at the toll booths. The toll amount is deducted from the RFID card. Those tags could be recharged for future use.
What is difference between RFID and FASTag?
FASTag is a device that employs Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for making toll payments directly while the vehicle is in motion. FASTag (RFID Tag) is affixed on the windscreen of the vehicle and enables a customer to make the toll payments directly from the account which is linked to FASTag.
Who implemented FASTag in India?
FASTag is an electronic toll collection system in India, operated by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI). It employs Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for making toll payments directly from the prepaid or savings account linked to it or directly toll owner.
What is hybrid lane?
A hybrid lane, as the name itself suggests, is a lane which would allow both cash as well as electronic payments to be made. It is primarily for those who are yet to have a FASTag on their vehicle and may therefore have to pay in cash as has been done in the past.
What are the biggest challenges of FASTag implementation?
Implementation of FASTag: Mindset of motorists poses biggest challenge, says NHAI Chief General Manager Rajiv Singh, Chief General Manager and regional officer of NHAI for Mumbai, speaks to The Indian Express about the challenges in the way of its smooth implementation.
What is fastfastag and how does it work?
FASTag is an electronic toll collection device, which is in the form of a strip embedded with radio frequency chips, fixed on the windshield of a vehicle. The radio frequency chips can be read by the sensors at the toll plaza, enabling drivers to zip through, without having to stop.
What is the validity of FASTag in India?
As per NHAI, FASTag has unlimited validity. 7.5\% cashback offers were also provided to promote the use of FASTag. Dedicated Lanes at some Toll plazas have been built for FASTag. In January 2019, state-run oil marketing companies IOC, BPCL and HPCL have signed MoUs enabling the use of FASTag to make purchases at petrol pumps.
What is the total sales of FASTag across the country?
According NHAI, as of Dec 6, 2019 the total sales of FASTag across the country was about 1.96 lakhs. Whereas, the total production capacity of FASTag by all the FASTag manufacturers is about 30 to 50,000 per day. The present inventory of FASTags acrose banks is about 18 lakhs.