Bengaluru Congestion Tax Puts Solo Drivers On The Clock

Bengaluru's notorious traffic gridlocks have pushed the government toward a fresh experiment. A 90-day trial of congestion pricing is being prepared, beginning with the Outer Ring Road, one of the busiest stretches where office traffic brings the city to a standstill during peak hours.The proposal appears straightforward on paper, but has already divided opinions across the city. Solo drivers will be charged an additional fee to access high-traffic corridors, while commuters who carpool or switch to public transport are exempt. Payments will be deducted automatically through FASTag as vehicles pass designated checkpoints.