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Mains issueGS-3News & Analysis22 July 2026

Bengaluru-Mysuru highway toll hiked again after three months

Source: thehindu.comOriginal report

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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has increased toll charges on the Bengaluru-Mysuru access-controlled highway (NH-275) for the second time in three months, effective July 21, 2026. The revised rates apply to various vehicle categories at the Kaniminike and Sheshagirihalli toll plazas. NHAI officials stated the hike is in accordance with a Toll Gazette Notification and applies to the Bengaluru-Nidaghatta section, which operates under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM). Commuters have expressed concern over the frequent increases.

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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has increased toll charges on the Bengaluru-Mysuru access-controlled highway (NH-275) for the second time in three months, effective July 21, 2026. The revised rates apply to various vehicle categories at the Kaniminike and Sheshagirihalli toll plazas. NHAI officials stated the hike is in accordance with a Toll Gazette Notification and applies to the Bengaluru-Nidaghatta section, which operates under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM). Commuters have expressed concern over the frequent increases.

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