Maharashtra introduces rules tying driving licences for taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers to learning Marathi. Reporting across outlets says the state previously allowed a suspension period during which drivers were expected to enroll in language training.
During this timeframe, the government gives drivers an opportunity to learn Marathi, with many reportedly registering for language classes. If a driver still does not meet the requirement after the suspension period ends, the rules provide for further action, including permanent cancellation of the driving licence. The approach is framed as a compliance measure aimed at ensuring language proficiency among drivers who operate within the state.
The coverage focuses on the implementation timeline—initially giving drivers time until August 15 to learn Marathi—and on the consequences for non-compliance. While the reporting largely aligns on the core policy and its stated enforcement, details about how widely drivers have complied are left largely to separate accounts.
