TN ePass ... TN ePass The Madras High Court has imposed a strict cap on the number of vehicles allowed to enter Kodaikanal and the Nilgiris during the peak tourist season to protect the environment and ease congestion for local residents. The new restriction, effective from April 1 to June 30, 2025, mandates that visitors must obtain an e-pass before traveling to these hill stations. A new rule requires travellers to apply for the e-pass online before heading to Ooty or Kodaikanal. Here's how you can apply for yours. All tourists driving to Kodaikanal must ensure their vehicles obtain an e-pass before entering the hill station. The Madras High Court has capped the number of tourist vehicles allowed into Kodaikanal between April and June.