IRB Infrastructure Developers Limited has officially announced the commencement of toll collection on the Ganga Expressway (Group 1) Project. Following the successful completion of trial run traffic operations, toll collection officially began on May 17, 2026. This milestone marks a significant operational step for the project SPV, Meerut Budaun Expressway Private Limited, and enhances the operational portfolio managed under the IRB Infrastructure Trust.
Commencement of Toll Operations
IRB Infrastructure Developers Limited has confirmed that the Ganga Expressway (Group 1) Project has transitioned from its trial run phase into active toll collection. This development follows the company’s recent receipt of the Provisional Certificate (PCOD) for the project. As of May 17, 2026, toll operations are now officially underway, marking a key milestone in the project’s lifecycle.
Project Background and Impact
The project is executed by Meerut Budaun Expressway Private Limited, which serves as the project SPV for the IRB Infrastructure Trust. The transition to toll collection follows the successful trial run traffic operations that commenced in late April 2026. This project is a vital component of the infrastructure assets held under the IRB Infrastructure Trust, further strengthening the company’s operational footprint in the toll road sector.
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