PUTRAJAYA, April 25 – In line with the Transition to Endemic Phase since 1 April 2022 and in conjunction with the Aidilfitri celebration which is expected on 3 May 2022, the Government has agreed to provide free tolls and toll discounts to Malaysian families returning home for Hari Raya.
The move came after a negotiation session with 30 highway concessionaires. In total, these free tolls and discounts involve 30 highways nationwide with a total discount enjoyed by users of RM77.11 million. The amount of these benefits will be borne jointly by the Government and the concession companies.
The free toll provision involves the PLUS Malaysia Berhad Group (PLUS) highway which connects the north – south highway network and Anih Berhad (ANIH) which connects the east coast highway (LPT). It will start at 12 midnight on April 30, 2022 (Saturday) until 11:59 pm on May 1, 2022 (Sunday) to all vehicle classes.
Unlike previous years, free tolls on the North-South Highway and LPT will also be given to return to their respective homes from 12 midnight on 7 May 2022 (Saturday) to 11:59 pm on May 8, 2022 (Sunday) to all vehicle classes.
Meanwhile, a toll discount offer of between 30 per cent and 50 per cent will be given to other highways on the same date and time to all vehicle classes. Further information on the highways involved as well as the toll discount rates offered are as in APPENDIX 1.
It is hoped that the provision of free tolls and toll discounts in conjunction with the Aidilfitri celebration this year will further enliven the Aidilfitri celebration with loved ones. The Government’s decision also takes into account the impact of the pandemic on the income sources of most Malaysian families in the past and to reduce the burden of highway users, especially the low -income group.
At the same time, I hope we as a Malaysian Family can tolerate and always be patient with the presence of millions of vehicles on the highway during this upcoming festive season. Drive carefully and always be careful on the road.
