Congestion Tax Soon in South Mumbai? BJP Councillor Proposes Entry Fee for Private Vehicles

• BJP councillor Makarand Narvekar proposes a congestion tax in Mumbai's CBDs to reduce traffic and improve air quality.
• Private vehicles, especially single-occupant ones, entering high-traffic zones in South Mumbai during peak hours could be charged Rs 50-100.
• The proposal suggests a pilot project in South Mumbai, using existing CCTV and ANPR cameras for identification.
• Narvekar cites successful congestion pricing models in London and Singapore, advocating for FASTag-based collection.
• Estimated annual revenue of Rs 200-300 crore could fund air quality improvements and public transport infrastructure.