Home / News / India News / Article /
Govt revises truck overloading charges on National Highways, MoRTH introduces slab-based fees for excess load
Updated On: 14 April, 2026 06:31 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
The new rules, notified on Tuesday, will come into effect from April 15, 2026, and aim to improve compliance, road safety and protect highway infrastructure

Officials said the move will help ensure safer travel conditions while extending the lifespan of highways. Representational Pic/File
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Tuesday officially announced a revised fee structure for overloaded trucks travelling on national highways.
The new rules, notified on Tuesday, will come into effect from April 15, 2026, and aim to improve compliance, road safety and protect highway infrastructure, reported the PTI.
How do you like the new new mid-day.com experience? Share your feedback and help us improve.

