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Starting September 1, commuters travelling between Chennai and Bengaluru will see a rise in toll charges, increasing overall travel costs. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced the toll hike, which will impact several toll plazas along the Chennai-Bengaluru route. This adjustment is part of the periodic revisions aimed at funding road maintenance and infrastructure improvements. The toll hike is expected to affect both private and commercial vehicle users. For those frequently commuting between the two cities, the higher tolls will add to the already significant expenses associated with long-distance travel. Commercial transport operators, who use the route for logistics, will likely face higher operational costs, which could translate to increased prices for goods transported via road. The Chennai-Bengaluru highway is a key route, connecting two major metropolitan cities. The toll adjustment is part of NHAI's broader initiative to maintain the road network's quality and ensure sustainable infrastructure development. While the toll hike is aimed at improving road conditions and safety, it adds to the growing concerns about the cost of travel and transportation for regular users. The revision of toll charges comes at a time when fuel prices and other expenses are already straining budgets for travelers and transport companies. Despite these concerns, the toll hike is set to take effect as scheduled.