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Maharashtra has made electric vehicle travel more affordable by eliminating toll taxes on major highways. The exemption applies to all EV categories including buses and private vehicles. This initiative is part of the state's commitment to promoting clean energy transportation. The government simultaneously approved several metro projects to enhance urban mobility infrastructure.

Key Points: Maharashtra Exempts EVs from Toll Tax on Atal Setu and Major Highways

  • EV exemption covers all vehicle types including buses and private four-wheelers
  • Policy effective since midnight of August 22, 2025 across key routes
  • Part of Maharashtra's broader push for cleaner transportation alternatives
  • Cabinet also approved Metro Line-11 connecting Wadala to Gateway of India
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Maharashtra exempts EVs from paying tolls at Atal Setu, Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Samruddhi Highway

Maharashtra government exempts electric vehicles from tolls on Atal Setu, Mumbai-Pune Expressway & Samruddhi Highway to promote eco-friendly transport since August 22.

"This decision of the government will be important in promoting eco-friendly transport and clean energy use in the state - Pratap Sarnaik"

New Delhi, September 3

From August 21, electric vehicles have been exempted from paying toll tax on the Atal Setu, Mumbai-Pune Expressway, and the Samruddhi Highway, according to a government notification. The move, announced by Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik, is part of Maharashtra's effort to encourage cleaner transport and support electric vehicle (EV) owners across the state.

Minister Sarnaik said that as per the notification issued by the Maharashtra government under the Motor Vehicle Tax Act 1958, all types of electric vehicles have been exempted from toll plazas while travelling on certain routes.

The decision covers electric four-wheelers in the M2, M3, and M6 categories, along with electric buses operated both by State Transport Undertakings (STU) and private players. The exemption has been in effect since midnight of August 22, 2025, ensuring smoother travel for EV owners on key state highways.

The state government believes this initiative, under the guidance of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, will give a significant push to the electric vehicle industry, while also making road travel more cost-effective for users.

"This decision of the government will be important in promoting eco-friendly transport and clean energy use in the state," Sarnaik added.

Alongside the toll waiver announcement, the state cabinet also cleared several major urban transport projects. These include the approval of Metro Line-11, which will connect Anik Depot and Wadala to the Gateway of India in Mumbai, with a budgetary provision of Rs. 23,487.51 crore. Loans have also been approved for the Thane Circular Metro, Pune Metro Line-2, Line-4, and Nagpur Metro Phase-2.

Further, the cabinet approved the construction of two new metro stations at Balajinagar and Bibwewadi on the Swargate-Katraj Metro line, with a revised provision of Rs. 683.11 crore.

Funding arrangements for suburban rail upgrades under the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP) and road infrastructure projects in Thane, Navi Mumbai, and Nagpur were also given the green light.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative but what about improving EV charging infrastructure? Many highways still lack proper charging stations. Hope this is the next step.
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Aditya G
As an EV owner in Pune, this is fantastic! The Mumbai-Pune expressway toll was quite expensive. This exemption makes my monthly travel much more affordable. Thank you Maharashtra government!
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the environmental focus, I hope the government has considered the revenue loss from tolls. The metro projects also need funding - hope this doesn't affect other infrastructure development.
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Vikram M
Excellent move! This combined with the new metro projects shows Maharashtra is serious about sustainable transport. More states should follow this example. 🇮🇳
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Meera T
Good step forward! Now if they could also reduce the GST on EVs and make them more affordable for middle-class families, that would be perfect. The initial cost is still too high for many.

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