Maharashtra Requires Marathi Proficiency for Taxi and Auto Drivers
Maharashtra’s Transport Minister has mandated Marathi language proficiency for taxi and auto drivers seeking new licences or permits, and has ordered a re-verification of existing permits for drivers unable to communicate in Marathi.
Maharashtra’s Transport Minister has made proficiency in Marathi mandatory for taxi and auto drivers seeking new licences or permits. The minister has also directed a re-verification of permits for drivers already holding them but unable to communicate in Marathi. According to the Hindu, drivers have been given until August 15 to learn Marathi or lose their licences. Drivers have mixed emotional reactions to the language requirement. Marathi language knowledge is presented as essential for living and working in Maharashtra.
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