Archive · 14 Sep 2025
Delhi Villagers Protest Tolls, Demand Exemption
Imagine a toll booth has been set up near your neighborhood, and you have to pay to drive through it.
People living nearby are upset because they feel it's unfair to pay a toll when they only travel short distances.
They gathered to protest and are asking the government to remove the toll for local residents.
They argue that they shouldn't have to pay, especially since they received low compensation when the land was acquired for the road.
They're saying that it's not just about the money, but also about their rights.
They're waiting for the government to listen to them and have given them a deadline.
If the toll isn't removed, they plan to stop paying and protest more strongly.
Delhi villagers protested against tolls at Bakkarwala-Mundka toll plaza.
The protest was organized by the rural group Palam 360.
Villagers demand toll exemption for local residents on UER-II.
NHAI charges Rs 235 per car trip; monthly passes available.
Protesters plan to stop paying tolls and intensify agitation if demands are unmet.
- Who
- Villagers and farmers from Delhi's rural belt.
- What
- Protested against the toll imposed at the Bakkarwala-Mundka toll plaza.
- When
- The mahapanchayat was held on Saturday, with a deadline for the government until September 20.
- Where
- Near the Bakkarwala-Mundka toll plaza in Delhi.
- Why
- To demand the removal of toll charges for local residents.
Villagers' Stance
NHAI/Government Stance
Toll Fairness
Villagers' Stance
Tolls are unfair and an undue burden, especially for short trips by local residents.
NHAI/Government Stance
Tolls are necessary for road maintenance and development; passes are available.
Local Rights
Villagers' Stance
This is about rights of rural Delhi and they should not be subjected to tolls.
NHAI/Government Stance
Not explicitly stated in articles.
- Event
- Mahapanchayat against toll plaza
- Location
- Bakkarwala-Mundka toll plaza, Delhi
- Organized by
- Palam 360
- Toll Charges (Car)
- Rs 235 (single), Rs 350 (return)
- Monthly Pass (20km residents)
- Rs 350
- Proposed Action
- Stop paying toll from Sept. 21