Drivers who do not clear a basic Marathi test, including reading signboards, writing simple sentences and holding conversations, risk losing their licences.

Maharashtra mandates Marathi for auto and taxi drivers from May 1, enforcing language proficiency tests to improve ...

In Mumbai, a new mandate requires cab and auto-rickshaw drivers to demonstrate proficiency in Marathi to maintain their ...

From May 1, all licensed rickshaw and taxi drivers in Maharashtra must know Marathi, or risk license cancellation, according to cabinet minister Pratap Sarnaik.

Maharashtra is set to enforce a stricter language rule for public transport drivers, making Marathi proficiency compulsory ...

Mumbai taxi and auto drivers will undergo Marathi language verification from May 1, with licences at risk for those who fail ...

Maharashtra government makes Marathi mandatory for taxi and auto drivers from May 1, warning of licence cancellation for non-compliance amid complaints over communication gaps with passengers.

A pilot drive in Mira Bhayandar is testing drivers’ Marathi skills and documents, raising concerns over livelihoods and enforcement clarity.

Transport minister Pratap Sarnaik announced that from May 1, coinciding with Maharashtra Day, it will become mandatory for ...

The Motor Transport Department will conduct a statewide licence verification drive across 59 Regional and Deputy Regional ...