Odisha Govt Asks Eligible Officers to Obtain Exempted FASTag Before MLFF Toll Rollout
Provision of Exempted FASTag – Commerce & Transport Dept Order
Department: Commerce & Transport Department, Government of Odisha
Letter No: 6120 | Date: 12.05.2026
Subject: Provision of exempted FASTag-reg (MLFF Tolling).
Ref: D.O. No. IHMCL-14011(15)/36/2026 dated 23.04.2026 of Secretary, MoRTH, Govt of India.
✅ Official Advisory: In view of the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) planning to implement the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System, all eligible users entitled to exemption under Rule 11 of National Highways Fee Rules are advised to obtain Exempted FASTag at the earliest.
🚗 What is MLFF Tolling?
📡 RFID & ANPR Systems
MLFF system uses gantry-mounted high-performance RFID readers and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) systems.
🛑️ Non-Stop Travel
This system envisages free flow of traffic without stopping at toll plazas, provided the vehicle has a compatible FASTag.
📅 Implementation
MoRTH is planning to implement this across all 4-lane and above National Highways in a phased manner within the next one year.
📋 Action Required for State Govt Officers
| Category | Action Required |
|---|---|
| Eligible Govt Officers | Obtain Exempted FASTag immediately under Rule 11. |
| Non-Exempted Govt Users | Encouraged to adopt FASTag Annual Passes. |
| Private Vehicles | Also encouraged to adopt FASTag for faster movement. |
⚠️ Important: The MLFF system is designed for high-performance tolling. Vehicles without valid FASTag may face restrictions or penalties as per NHAI norms. Officers must ensure compliance to avoid hindrance in official movement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is an Exempted FASTag?
An Exempted FASTag is provided to vehicles that are entitled to exemption from tolls under Rule 11 of National Highways Fee Rules (e.g., Central/State Government vehicles on duty). It allows them to pass through MLFF lanes without stopping.
2. Who issued this directive?
This directive was issued by the Commerce & Transport Department, Government of Odisha based on D.O. No. IHMCL-14011(15)/36/2026 dated 23.04.2026 of Secretary, MoRTH.
3. What is MLFF?
MLFF stands for Multi-Lane Free Flow. It is an advanced tolling system using RFID and ANPR that allows vehicles to pass through toll plazas at highway speeds without stopping.
4. What should I do if I am not eligible for exemption?
Officials using Government vehicles not covered under the exempted category or using private vehicles are encouraged to adopt FASTag Annual Passes to ensure smooth passage.
5. When is the MLFF system being implemented?
The MoRTH is planning to implement MLFF across all 4-lane and above National Highways in a phased manner within the next one year.