E-way: FKCCI shows concern on toll collection

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru: At the outset, the FKCCI has congratulated the Centre and the National Highway Authority for setting up the world-class express highway between Bengaluru and Mysuru, which is highly appreciable.

The travel time between the two major cities of the state has been considerably reduced, which is beneficial for trade and industries, besides the public. Many more such express highways are required in the state.

BV Gopal Reddy, president of the FKCCI, said, It is observed that the toll collection has commenced without proper development of service roads, which is very essential. It is suggested that the toll charges be collected only after paving the way for the districts and townships between Bengaluru and Mysuru. At present the industrial sector, transport sector and surrounding villages are facing hurdles.

Further, the toll is being collected for the entire stretch of the highway. It is suggested that a proportionate toll be collected kilometre-wise, depending upon the distance travelled by road users. FKCCI submits its concerns that trade, industry and business sectors as well as the general public are affected by the payment without completion of the service roads, which will further escalate prices.