Maharashtra issues notices to 777 drivers lacking functional Marathi language skills
The Maharashtra Transport Department has issued notices to 777 taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers for failing to demonstrate functional Marathi language skills. This enforcement is part of a broader state campaign requiring drivers to be proficient in the local language.
Why it matters
The policy reflects ongoing regional efforts to prioritize local language and culture in public services, impacting the livelihoods of migrant workers in the transport sector.
Maharashtra Transport Department served notices to 777 drivers found lacking practical Marathi language, and a total of 5,211 drivers were tested in Mumbai and other parts of the State, officials said on Saturday (August 22, 2026).
The report neutrally details the government's enforcement actions and the rationale provided by officials.
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