New Delhi, Feb. 21 -- National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Friday said that it is considering discontinuing cash transactions from April 1, 2026 at toll plazas across India. Already 98% of the toll fee is collected through FASTag and the remaining through UPI-based digital payments and cash. While UPI payments attract 1.25x the normal charge, cash transactions cost twice the amount. In a statement, NHAI said, "The proposed measure is aimed at consolidating the gains achieved in Electronic Toll Collection and strengthening the efficiency and reliability of National Highway fee plaza operations. The transition will help to enhance 'Ease of Commuting' for National Highways users by improving lane throughput, reducing congestion at fe...