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Marathi now must for app cab drivers in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra government has made it mandatory for app-based taxi drivers and permit holders of commercial passenger vehicles to possess a working knowledge of Marathi. The amended Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules, 2026,…
The Story in Brief
The Maharashtra government has made it mandatory for app-based taxi drivers and permit holders of commercial passenger vehicles to possess a working knowledge of Marathi. The amended Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules, 2026, warn that non-compliance can lead to a three-month suspension or even cancellation of licences or badges.
This expands on the May 1 requirement for auto and kaali-peeli drivers, for whom the compliance deadline ends on August 15. Over 1.1 lakh non-Marathi drivers have completed functional Marathi training so far. A crackdown on violators begins August 17, and the drive for commercial passenger vehicles will follow in staggered manner.
The Indian Opinion
The move to promote Marathi is understandable, but the enforcement timeline risks penalising drivers who may lack access to training. The 105-day programme helps, but staggered testing and clear proficiency standards would be fairer. The real test is whether the government can provide enough training centres and whether the number of certified drivers keeps pace with growing app-cab demand.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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