Sriperumbudur Nemili Toll Plaza Introduces Barrier-Free Toll Collection

Motorists travelling on the Chennai–Bengaluru National Highway have welcomed the introduction of a barrier-free toll collection system at Nemili Toll Plaza near Sriperumbudur in Kancheepuram district. The new automatic toll collection facility became operational at midnight on November 12, 2026, allowing vehicles to pass through without stopping at traditional toll barriers.

The initiative aims to reduce traffic congestion at toll plazas and make highway travel faster and more convenient.

AI-Based Automatic Toll Collection at Nemili

Under the new system, vehicles can cross the Nemili Toll Plaza without waiting in queues. AI-powered automatic cameras identify vehicle registration numbers and connect them with FASTag details to collect the applicable toll charges.

The toll amount is automatically deducted from the account linked to the vehicle`s FASTag.

Unlike conventional toll plazas, this system does not require physical barriers to stop vehicles. It is expected to improve traffic movement and reduce waiting time for motorists travelling between Chennai and Bengaluru.

Paranur Was Tamil Nadu`s First Barrier-Free Toll Plaza

Paranur Toll Plaza near Chengalpattu was the first toll plaza in Tamil Nadu to introduce the barrier-free automatic toll collection system in October 2026.

Following its implementation, vehicles have been able to pass through the toll plaza without waiting in long queues. Motorists welcomed the improvement and requested authorities to introduce the system at other toll plazas across Tamil Nadu.

Following Paranur, Nemili has now become the second toll plaza in the state to adopt this technology.

Chennasamudram Toll Plaza Next in Line

The National Highways Authority is planning to introduce the barrier-free toll collection system at Chennasamudram Toll Plaza near Walajah on the Chennai–Bengaluru National Highway.

The facility is expected to be introduced after trial operations. Officials have also indicated that the system will gradually be implemented at other toll plazas across Tamil Nadu.

Double Penalty for FASTag Violations

Motorists should ensure that their FASTag accounts have sufficient balance before travelling through these toll plazas.

Vehicles with insufficient FASTag balance or invalid FASTag accounts will be charged a penalty equivalent to twice the applicable toll fee. An electronic notice will also be sent to the vehicle owner.

The expansion of barrier-free toll collection is expected to improve highway traffic flow and provide a smoother travel experience for motorists across Tamil Nadu.