New Delhi, Oct. 15 -- The FASTag annual pass has received an overwhelming response, crossing the 2.5 million mark with around 56.7 million transactions in the last two months, the road ministry said in a statement on Wednesday.

Launched on 15 August, the annual pass provides a seamless and economical travel option to the national highway users and is applicable at about 1,150 toll plazas on national highways and national expressways.

The pass eliminates the need for frequent FASTag recharges through a one-time fee payment of Rs.3,000 for one year's validity, covering up to 200 toll plaza crossings.

The pass is applicable for all non-commercial vehicles with a valid FASTag.

The pass is activated within two hours on the existing FASTag ...