Maharashtra is proposing an amendment to make Marathi mandatory for cab drivers, with a driver’s licence at stake for non-compliance. The plan targets communication requirements for people providing taxi services in the state.
The reporting indicates that the proposal would require cab drivers to meet the Marathi language requirement as part of licensing or ongoing compliance. While the core measure is consistent across outlets—Marathi language becoming a condition related to cab driving—details such as enforcement timelines, how compliance is assessed, and whether exemptions apply were not provided in the available extracts.
Both sources frame the move as a regulatory change, linking language proficiency to licence continuation. The Economic Times points to the possibility of such a requirement being introduced, while Mint reports it as a proposed rule change with consequences for drivers who do not comply. The final shape of the policy would depend on how the amendment is drafted and implemented.
