Marathi mandatory, but how much? Inside Maharashtra’s auto-taxi language row
Maharashtra mandated Marathi for drivers, causing protests and anxiety among non-Marathi speakers. Drivers learned basic phrases for daily passenger interactions and work. Enforcement checks led to many show-cause notices and potential license cancellations. The government then granted a one-year extension for drivers to acquire working Marathi knowledge. This decision eased immediate pressure while the language requirement remains in place.
