Centre Extends Deadline for mandatory FASTag till February 15, 2021

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The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has extended the deadline for mandatory usage of FASTag for all four-wheel on the National Highway till February 15, 2021.
Earlier the ministry had announced to make FASTag mandatory for all four-wheel vehicles with effect from January 1, 2021.
It has also been mandated that a valid FASTag is mandatory while getting new third party insurance. This shall be applicable w.e.f. 1 April 2021.
The compulsory use of FASTags will help vehicles pass through the toll plazas swiftly, preventing long queues.