Punjab Abolishes Manual Toll System, Goes Fully Digital

The Punjab government has decided to end the manual toll ticketing system across the province. All toll plazas will now operate under a digital tolling mechanism to improve transparency, efficiency, and convenience for motorists.

Punjab Launches Digital Tolling System

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif made the decision during a meeting focused on transport and infrastructure development. Officials briefed her on initiatives to modernize toll operations, promote energy conservation, and improve road safety.
Under the new plan, all 38 toll plazas will be connected through a “One App, One System” model, similar to the electronic tolling used on national motorways. This system will ensure quicker toll collection, reduce congestion, and allow real-time revenue monitoring. Maryam Nawaz said the move
will strengthen digital governance and support the province’s vision for transparent, technology-driven administration.

Road and Beautification Projects Approved

The meeting also approved five major road projects under public-private partnerships to lower costs and improve delivery. Officials reported that e-tendering had already saved the province Rs40 billion, a major financial achievement.
Maryam Nawaz directed that all new roads include solar-powered streetlights to promote clean energy. She reviewed progress on the 93-kilometer Multan–Vehari Road, Punjab’s first dust-free road, set for completion by June 2026. The Tourism Corridor from Quaid-e-Azam Interchange to Wagah Border will also open by mid-2026.
In Lahore, several urban beautification projects were approved, including upgrades at the Railway Station, Data Darbar, and nearby bridges. A mini train and fountain will be installed in the park opposite the station.
Maryam Nawaz said these initiatives will make Punjab a model of digital tolling, modern infrastructure, and sustainable development.