The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has suspended the National Highway Authority (NHA) notification that imposed an additional 50% toll on vehicles without an M-Tag or with insufficient balance.

The court, led by Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir, issued an interim order after hearing a petition challenging the legality of the NHA's May 30, 2025, notification.The petition argued that the NHA Act, 1991, does not authorize penalties or surcharges on road users, making the additional toll unconstitutional.The court directed the NHA and other respondents to file reports within two weeks, with proceedings adjourned until August 3.The petitioner requested the court to declare the notification illegal and order refunds for collected amounts.The case highlights tensions between regulatory authority and legal boundaries, emphasizing the need for statutory backing for such measures.