Traveling on Bengaluru’s highways just got smarter. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has introduced QR code boards that provide instant access to emergency contacts, nearby facilities, and essential highway details—all with a simple scan from your smartphone.
What’s Already Live in Bengaluru?
The system is operational on NH 48 (Bengaluru-Nelamangala) and NH 75 (Bengaluru-Kolar-Mulbagal). Within a month, NH 44 (Bengaluru-Hyderabad) and NH 648 (Dobbspet-Devanahalli-Hoskote) will also feature these boards.
| Highway Route | Highway Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru-Nelamangala | NH 48 | Operational |
| Bengaluru-Kolar-Mulbagal | NH 75 | Operational |
| Bengaluru-Hyderabad | NH 44 | Coming Soon |
| Dobbspet-Devanahalli-Hoskote | NH 648 | Coming Soon |
What Information Can You Access?
According to the NHAI’s official initiative, these QR codes provide highway details like road length, construction timelines, and toll locations. More importantly, they offer emergency information—highway patrol contacts, police stations, project managers, and nearby hospitals.
Travelers can also locate restaurants, service stations, EV charging points, rest areas, petrol pumps, toilets, and repair shops. This is especially valuable for long-distance travelers and commercial vehicle operators planning their stops.
The Bigger Picture: India’s Digital Highway Revolution
This Bengaluru rollout is part of NHAI’s nationwide initiative to modernize India’s highway network through technology. The QR boards are strategically placed at toll plazas, rest areas, and highway entry points where travelers most need information. Indian highways witness numerous accidents where quick access to emergency services proves life-saving.
By making this information accessible via smartphone, NHAI has created a digital safety net for every traveler. The system also promotes transparency by displaying project details and official contacts, enabling citizens to report issues directly. For Bengaluru’s tech-savvy commuters, this extends the smart city experience to intercity travel—bringing the convenience of urban mobility apps to highways nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a special app to scan these QR codes?
No special app is required. Your smartphone’s native camera app can scan these QR codes directly, or you can use any standard QR code reader app available on iOS and Android devices.
