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New Indian Express
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
NICE Road, E-City flyover, Attibele road toll fee hiked
BENGALURU: Those using NICE (Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises) road, Electronics City flyover and Attibele road have to pay more from July 1. However, there will be no change in the toll fee for motorcyclists using the Electronics City flyover. They will continue to pay Rs 25 for a single trip and Rs 40 for multiple trips. For cars, the fee has been increased by Rs 5. As per the revision, Rs 65 has been fixed for cars, jeeps and vans for a single trip on the Electronics City elevated flyover and Rs 95 for multiple trips. The monthly pass fee has been increased to Rs 1,885. The fee for cars, jeeps and vans using Attibele road is Rs 40 for a single trip and Rs 55 for multiple trips. The monthly pass fee now is Rs 1,130, according to a notice by Bangalore Elevated Tollway Pvt Limited. Motorcyclists using NICE road have to pay up to Rs 5 more based on the distance they travel. The toll fee on a few stretches of NICE road remains unchanged. However, it has been revised on some stretches. For instance, from Hosur road to Bannerghatta road, the fee for cars is Rs 65, and Rs 70 from Mysuru Road to Magadi Road. 'Though toll fees are revised every year in line with the Wholesale Price Index, our earnings are not in accordance with the hike. While every toll plaza has to display the project cost and the toll fee it has collected so far, nowhere I have seen such a thing. After recovering the money invested, the roads have to be handed over to the government and only a meagre maintenance fee should be collected. Highway tolls are nothing but daylight robbery,' a road user said.
Business Recorder
a day ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
June CPI inflation clocks in at 3.2pc YoY
ISLAMABAD: The Consumer Price Index-based inflation clocked in at 3.2 percent on year-on-year basis in June 2025 as compared to 3.5 percent of the previous month and 12.6 percent in June 2024, says the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). On a month-on-month (MoM) basis, it increased by 0.2per cent in June 2025 as compared to a decrease of 0.2per cent in the previous month and an increase of 0.5per cent in June 2024. The CPI inflation Urban decreased to three per cent on a year-on-year basis in June 2025 as compared to 3.5per cent of the previous month and 14.9per cent in June 2024. On a month-on-month basis, it remained stable at 0.1per cent in June 2025 as compared to 0.1per cent in the previous month and 0.6per cent in June 2024. The CPI inflation Rural increased by 3.6per cent on a year-on-year basis in June 2025 as compared to an increase of 3.4per cent in the previous month and 9.3per cent in June 2024. On a month-on-month basis, it increased by 0.5per cent in June 2025 as compared to a decrease of 0.5per cent in the previous month and an increase of 0.3per cent in June 2024. The Sensitive Price Index (SPI)-based inflation on YoY decreased by 1.9per cent in June 2025 as compared to a decrease of 0.6per cent a month earlier and an increase of 16.6per cent in June 2024. On a MoM basis, no change measured in June 2025 as compared to a decrease of one per cent a month earlier and an increase of 1.3per cent in June 2024. The Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation on YoY basis increased by 0.6per cent in June 2025 as compared to an increase of 0.4per cent in the previous month and 10.6per cent in June 2024. On a month-on-month basis, it increased to 0.6per cent in June 2025 as compared to no change in the previous month and an increase of 0.4per cent in June 2024. Measured by non-food non-energy Urban decreased to 6.9per cent on YoY basis in June 2025 as compared to 7.3per cent of the previous month and 12.2per cent in June 2024. On MoM basis, it increased by 0.2per cent in June 2025 as compared to an increase of 0.4per cent measured in the previous month and an increase of 0.6per cent in the corresponding month of last year i.e. June, 2024. Measured by non-food non-energy Rural decreased to 8.6per cent on YoY basis in June 2025 as compared to 8.8per cent of the previous month and 17per cent in June 2024. On MoM basis, it increased by 0.7per cent in June 2025 as compared to an increase of 0.4per cent measured in the previous month and an increase of 0.9per cent in corresponding month of last year i.e. June 2024. Core inflation (trimmed) measured by 20per cent weighted trimmed mean Urban decreased to 4.7per cent on YoY basis in June 2025 as compared to 4.9per cent of the previous month and 10.3per cent in June 2024. On MoM basis, it increased by 0.3per cent in June 2025 as compared to an increase of 0.1per cent in the previous month and an increase of 0.6per cent in corresponding month of last year i.e. June 2024. Measured by 20per cent weighted trimmed mean Rural increased by 5.2per cent on YoY basis in June 2025 as compared to an increase of 4.7per cent of the previous month and 11per cent in June 2024. On MoM basis, it increased by 0.5per cent in June 2025 as to compared a decrease of 0.2per cent in the previous month and an increase of 0.5per cent in corresponding month of last year i.e. June 2024. The National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) for June 2025 is increased by 0.23 per cent over May 2025 and increased by 3.23 per cent over corresponding month of the last year. The Urban Consumer Price Index for June 2025 is increased by 0.08per cent over May 2025 and increased by 3per cent over corresponding month of the last year. Prices of the following food items witnessed an increase on MoM basis, tomatoes 57.33per cent, potatoes 25.74per cent, onions 15.26per cent, eggs 8.82per cent, gur 2.75per cent, rice 1.67per cent, wheat flour 1.53per cent, sugar 1.52per cent, fresh fruits 1.38per cent, milk powder 0.78per cent, milk fresh 0.40per cent, milk products 0.35per cent, moong 0.21per cent, besan 0.21per cent, meat 0.20per cent and pulse gram 0.18per cent. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
The Hindu
a day ago
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Toll hiked on Bengaluru–Nelamangala section of NH4, irked commuters call it ‘unfair'
Starting July 1, commuters travelling on the Bengaluru–Nelamangala section of National Highway-4 (NH-4) will pay revised toll fees, according to a public notice issued by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The Tumakuru road stretch is a key route for traffic entering and exiting Bengaluru, particularly from the north and northwest. The new tariff structure applies to the 19.5 km access-controlled stretch between 10 km and 29.500 km. The revised toll rates will be applicable at six different plazas along this route. These include plazas located at 14.875 km (towards Nelamangala), 26.075 km (towards Bengaluru), and others at 16.600 km, 17.100 km, 23.150 km, and 23.800 km, catering to vehicles entering from peripheral and service roads. As per the notification, cars and jeeps will be charged ₹30 for a single trip, ₹45 for a round trip, and ₹865 for a monthly pass. Light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and mini buses will pay ₹50 for a single journey, ₹75 for a round trip, and ₹1,440 for a monthly pass. For buses and trucks, the toll has been fixed at ₹100 for a one-way trip, ₹150 for a return, and ₹2,955 for a monthly pass. Meanwhile, earthmoving equipment and heavy construction machinery will be charged the highest — ₹160 for a single journey, ₹240 for a round trip, and ₹4,760 for a monthly pass. Several concessions have been announced by NHAI. Officials said that a 25% discount will be offered on return journeys completed within 24 hours, while a 33% discount applies if 50 single journeys are made in a month. Additionally, commercial vehicles registered in the district (except those under National Permit) will receive a 50% discount. The toll policy continues to enforce strict penalties on overloaded vehicles, which will be charged 10 times the regular toll rate along with being required to offload excess cargo. Type of vehicle Single Trip Round Trip Monthly Pass Car/Jeep ₹30 ₹45 ₹865 LCV/Mini Bus ₹50 ₹75 ₹1440 Bus/Truck ₹100 ₹150 ₹2955 Earthmoving equipment and heavy construction machinery ₹160 ₹240 ₹4760 Source: NHAI public notice Toll hike based on the Wholesale Price Index Beginning July 1, toll rates on other key stretches in the city, including the NICE Road and the Bengaluru Elevated Tollway from Central Silk Board to Electronics City and further towards Attibele, near the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border, have also been revised. The hike is based on the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) as of March 31, 2025, which allows for annual adjustments to ensure the financial sustainability and proper upkeep of road infrastructure, according to officials. 'The recent toll revision is in line with the annual adjustment allowed under the National Highways Fee Rules, which are based on the WPI. The revision helps ensure continued maintenance and financial viability of road infrastructure,' said a senior official from NHAI. 'The WPI-based adjustment is calculated as of March 31, but the effective implementation can vary depending on the time taken for approvals and notifications. In some stretches, it happens on April 1, while in others like this year's Bengaluru-Nelamangala and Electronics City, it's taken effect from July 1,' the official explained. Remove tolls on smaller roads Meanwhile, Radhakrishna Holla, president of the Karnataka State Travel Operators Association, said the toll hike will place an added burden on daily commuters, particularly commercial operators such as taxis, lorries, and trucks. 'This increase in toll rates directly impacts daily commuters and hits the commercial transport sector the hardest. Taxi operators, truckers, and logistics providers are already dealing with high fuel prices; this will only add to their operational costs,' Mr. Holla added. Mr. Holla also urged the government to reconsider toll collection on shorter or less busy four-lane roads, especially where the construction costs have already been recovered. He pointed out that tolling on such stretches disproportionately affects local commuters and small operators. 'There is no justification for continuing toll collection on smaller stretches or four-lane roads where the project cost has already been recovered. The government must review and remove tolls on such roads to ease the burden. Rationalising tolls would be a step towards more equitable and efficient road usage,' Mr. Holla said. Commuters say toll rise adds to daily burden Daily commuters and small transport operators have voiced frustration over the latest toll hike saying it adds to their mounting travel and operational expenses. Shivakumar R., a supervisor in a garment factory who commutes daily from Nelamangala to Peenya said, 'We already spend a lot on fuel and essentials. Now with the toll hike, even daily travel to work becomes more expensive. For people like us who don't earn much, every rupee counts. This hike feels unfair, especially when there's no improvement in traffic or road conditions on the Bengaluru and Tumakuru stretch.' Manjunath Hegde, a small-scale transporter operating goods vehicles between Bengaluru and Tumakuru said, 'The toll keeps going up every year, but our income doesn't. We use this route regularly, and each increase directly cuts into our margins. The government should understand that not all users are big transporters, many of us are small operators trying to stay afloat.'
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru commuters brace for toll hikes on elevated expressway starting July 2025: Report
Starting July 1, 2025, commuters on the Bengaluru Elevated Expressway, which runs from Central Silk Board to Electronics City and further toward Attibele near the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border, will need to pay higher tolls. The revised rates are based on inflation-linked adjustments using the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) as of March 31, 2025, The News Minute reported. Bengaluru elevated expressway toll hike: At the Attibele toll plaza, charges apply only to four-wheelers and larger vehicles. (Parveen Kumar/ HT Photo)((Representative image)) The hike affects both the elevated portion (8.765 km to 18.750 km) and the ground-level stretch extending 33.130 km up to Attibele, the report stated. Under the new toll structure, cars, jeeps, and vans will now pay ₹ 65 for a one-way trip, ₹ 95 for a same-day return, and ₹ 1,885 for a monthly pass, according to the report. ALSO READ | BESCOM announces 7-hour power outage across Bengaluru on Sunday. Check areas list: Report Two-wheelers, allowed only on certain stretches, will be charged ₹ 25 per single trip. Buses and trucks face a sharper hike, with charges of ₹ 175 for a single journey and ₹ 5,275 for a monthly pass. Multi-axle vehicles (MAVs) must pay ₹ 350 per trip and ₹ 10,550 monthly. At the Attibele toll plaza, located at the 32.7 km mark, charges apply only to four-wheelers and larger vehicles. Cars will be billed ₹ 40 per trip and ₹ 1,130 monthly. MAVs will need to pay ₹ 265 per trip and ₹ 7,915 for a monthly pass. Meanwhile, two-wheelers continue to be exempt at this toll point. ALSO READ | Bengaluru to get new stadium with 60,000 seating capacity, says DK Shivakumar. More details These revised tolls have been released by Bangalore Elevated Tollway Pvt Ltd (BETPL), the agency overseeing the operation and upkeep of this section of National Highway 44 under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the report added.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Toll rates hiked on Bengaluru's Electronics City flyover, Attibele highway effective July 1
Commuters using the Bangalore Elevated Tollway from Central Silk Board to Electronics City and further up to Attibele near the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border will have to shell out more from July 1, 2025, as the toll rates have been revised. The hike, applicable till June 30, 2026, is based on the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) as on March 31, 2025, according to a public notice by Bangalore Elevated Tollway Pvt Ltd (BETPL), a special purpose vehicle established by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) that is responsible for the development and maintenance of this stretch of National Highway 44 between Central Silk Board Junction and Attibele. As per the revised toll charges for the elevated section from 8.765 km to 18.750 km (Central Silk Board Junction to Electronics City) and the at-grade section up to the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border (33.130 km), cars, jeeps, and vans will now be charged ₹65 for a single journey, ₹95 for multiple journey, and ₹1,885 for a monthly pass. Two-wheelers will now have to pay ₹25 for a single trip. For larger vehicles like trucks and multi-axle vehicles (MAVs), the rates have seen a substantial jump. Trucks and buses will be charged ₹175 for a single journey and ₹5,275 for a monthly pass, while MAVs will pay ₹350 for a single journey and ₹10,550 for the monthly pass. At the fee plaza located at 32.700 km near Attibele, tolls are applicable only for four-wheelers and larger vehicles. Two-wheelers continue to be exempted. Cars will pay ₹40 for a single journey and ₹1,130 for a monthly pass. MAVs will pay ₹265 per trip and ₹7,915 monthly pass. Commuters unhappy However, daily commuters have expressed concern over the revised toll structure, questioning the value for money, especially given the frequent traffic bottlenecks on the stretch despite paying tolls. 'It's frustrating to pay more every year when the service is far from seamless. Traffic congestion is a daily ordeal, especially during peak hours. What are we paying for if not for quicker commutes?' asked Vinay Prasad K., a resident of HSR Layout who travels to Electronic City for work. Gajendra Kumar, an IT professional from Bommanahalli, said, 'I travel every day on this stretch to Hosur to my factory. This is an unfair toll hike; the elevated stretch is supposed to save time, but often it doesn't. Increasing tolls without improving traffic flow or safety measures seems unfair.' BETPL officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the revision is in line with the existing toll policy, which permits annual adjustments based on the WPI to ensure financial viability and proper maintenance of the road infrastructure.
