H.D. Kumaraswamy continues allegations against NICE road toll collection
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has alleged financial irregularities regarding toll collection by Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises (NICE) in Karnataka. He claims the company underreported revenue significantly before the implementation of FASTag.
Why it matters
The allegations highlight potential corruption and lack of transparency in infrastructure project management and public-private partnerships.
H.D. Kumaraswamy continues allegations against NICE road toll collection left According to the Minister, NICE invested only around 40% of the total amount required for the project, while collecting approximately ₹730 crore annually in toll revenue. File Photo File Photo https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/dt3uqb/article71617639.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/NICE%20road%203.JPEG TH BENGALURU KARNATAKA 01/10/2026 : Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy, inspected a tract of land—spanning approximately 200 to 300 acres and allegedly belonging to Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, at B M Kaval. This land is situated at the far end where the (BMIC) NICE Road remains incomplete. Bengaluru Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy on Friday alleged large-scale irregularities in toll collection by the Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises (NICE), questioning the sharp increase in reported revenue following the introduction of FASTag.
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