+
NHAI Deploys Over 5,100 Women Staff At Toll Plazas
ROADS & HIGHWAYS

NHAI Deploys Over 5,100 Women Staff At Toll Plazas

The National Highways Authority of India has deployed over 5,100 women staff at toll plazas across national highways, expanding the presence of women in frontline operations. The staff have been assigned to roles covering toll collection, customer assistance and lane operations to streamline traffic flow and service delivery. The deployment is part of a broader drive to ensure more inclusive staffing and visible representation of women in transport sector roles.

The move is intended to improve passenger experience and reduce queuing by ensuring consistent staffing at points of payment and enquiry. Authorities have emphasised that well trained staff at plazas can assist with digital payments, resolve traveller concerns and coordinate with traffic personnel to manage peak hour demand. Enhanced gender diversity at toll booths is expected to contribute to a safer and more welcoming environment for road users. Public feedback channels have been opened to gather commuter input on plaza operations.

Training programmes have been conducted to familiarise personnel with operational protocols, automated toll systems and customer service standards, with refresher modules offered periodically. Supervisory frameworks and grievance redressal mechanisms have been put in place to support staff welfare and career advancement. The initiative has also been aligned with national objectives to promote employment opportunities for women in infrastructure sectors. Local centre managers have been tasked with coordinating schedules and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Officials will monitor the deployment through regular audits and performance reviews to assess impact on revenue protection and user satisfaction, with adjustments to staffing levels made as required. The visible engagement of women in toll operations is expected to serve both operational goals and broader social objectives related to empowerment and workforce inclusion. Continued attention to training and workplace support is likely to shape longer term outcomes for highway services.

The National Highways Authority of India has deployed over 5,100 women staff at toll plazas across national highways, expanding the presence of women in frontline operations. The staff have been assigned to roles covering toll collection, customer assistance and lane operations to streamline traffic flow and service delivery. The deployment is part of a broader drive to ensure more inclusive staffing and visible representation of women in transport sector roles. The move is intended to improve passenger experience and reduce queuing by ensuring consistent staffing at points of payment and enquiry. Authorities have emphasised that well trained staff at plazas can assist with digital payments, resolve traveller concerns and coordinate with traffic personnel to manage peak hour demand. Enhanced gender diversity at toll booths is expected to contribute to a safer and more welcoming environment for road users. Public feedback channels have been opened to gather commuter input on plaza operations. Training programmes have been conducted to familiarise personnel with operational protocols, automated toll systems and customer service standards, with refresher modules offered periodically. Supervisory frameworks and grievance redressal mechanisms have been put in place to support staff welfare and career advancement. The initiative has also been aligned with national objectives to promote employment opportunities for women in infrastructure sectors. Local centre managers have been tasked with coordinating schedules and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Officials will monitor the deployment through regular audits and performance reviews to assess impact on revenue protection and user satisfaction, with adjustments to staffing levels made as required. The visible engagement of women in toll operations is expected to serve both operational goals and broader social objectives related to empowerment and workforce inclusion. Continued attention to training and workplace support is likely to shape longer term outcomes for highway services.

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Real Estate

Peninsula Land launches 19 luxury villas in Pune

Pune’s residential landscape is witnessing a shift as premium homebuyers increasingly seek larger spaces, privacy and independent living options beyond high-rise apartments. Addressing this demand, Peninsula Land Limited, part of the Ashok Piramal Group, has launched AshokVillas, an exclusive collection of 19 premium furnished villas in Gahunje, Pune.The development combines the independence of a standalone home with the convenience and security of a managed residential community. Designed around low-density horizontal living, AshokVillas offers residents private spaces while providing acces..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

MyBranch Expands South India Network with 16 Workspace Centres

MyBranch has expanded its South India presence with a 50,000 sq ft flexible workspace network comprising 16 centres across 14 cities in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana.The expansion reflects growing demand for flexible office infrastructure as businesses establish regional teams, satellite offices and operations beyond traditional metropolitan markets. MyBranch’s network spans Bengaluru, Coimbatore, Guntur, Hanamkonda, Hubballi, Hyderabad, Madurai, Mangaluru, Rajahmundry, Salem, Tirupati, Vellore, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam, with a large office space in Chennai also und..

Next Story
Building Material

Walplast Launches Moisture-Resistant Gypsum Plaster Solutions

Walplast Products Pvt. Ltd. has expanded its HomeSure GypEx portfolio with the launch of GypEx MoistShield and GypEx Gold, two gypsum plaster solutions designed to address moisture-prone applications and improve plastering efficiency.The new products have been developed in response to the growing demand for faster construction processes, improved material performance and consistent surface quality. The solutions aim to simplify interior plastering while addressing specific application requirements across construction environments.“Through HomeSure GypEx MoistShield and GypEx Gold, we are exp..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code