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Korean firm may be roped in to put FASTags project in fast lane

Latest radio-frequency identification tags have hit a hurdle owing to a technological glitch

The National Highways Authority of India introduced FASTags that uses radio frequency identification technology and allows cars to pass tolls without stopping for payment
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The National Highways Authority of India introduced FASTags that uses radio frequency identification technology and allows cars to pass tolls without stopping for payment

Megha ManchandaMayank Jain New Delhi
A seamless ride on the national highways with the help of the latest radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags or FASTags has hit a hurdle as the technology that was to facilitate it has suffered hardware glitches.

The system now needs to be rebooted for it to become operational.

The task at hand is likely to be accomplished by an international player that has expertise in the field and it may even be engaged in such projects in the future.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is in talks with Korea Express Highway Information Corporation (KEHIC) for a technological tie-up for