No Fines for Driving at 120 kmph on Expressways: Gadkari’s Announcement

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has issued instructions that motorists should not be fined for driving at speeds of up to 120 kmph on expressways. Vehicles traveling at speeds up to 20 percent above the prescribed limit will not be issued a traffic fine (challan).

If you frequently travel via expressways, you might often worry about receiving a fine for exceeding the speed limit. In this context, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has made a significant statement regarding drivers who exceed the designated speed limits.

According to Gadkari, drivers traveling at speeds up to 20 percent higher than the prescribed limit will not be fined. For instance, if an expressway has a maximum speed limit of 100 kmph, you will not be fined for driving at speeds up to 120 kmph. However, it is important to note that driving at speeds more than 20 percent above the prescribed limit may attract punitive action.

No fine even at 120 kmph?

Furthermore, Nitin Gadkari has instructed officials not to issue fines to motorists driving at speeds of up to 120 kmph on highways and expressways. This means that vehicles traveling at 120 kmph—or even 20 percent above the set speed limit—will not be penalized.

It is essential for drivers to remain mindful of the specific speed limits and regulations applicable to the expressway they are using. Meanwhile, to improve the monitoring of traffic rules on national highways, the government is set to implement an Automatic Traffic Management System (ATMS).

What is the fine for overspeeding? If a driver exceeds the speed limit—for instance, by going 144 km/h (which is 20% above the 120 km/h limit)—they may face legal action, and a traffic challan (fine) could be issued against them.

Check these things before your journey:

Verify the prescribed speed limit for the expressway you intend to travel on.
Check the specific speed limits applicable to cars and other types of vehicles.
Ensure that your FASTag has a sufficient balance.
Additionally, check the condition of your vehicle's tires and fuel level.