How many taxi drivers in Maharashtra know Marathi? Notice issued to 1499 drivers on second day
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- On Friday, Maharashtra’s Regional Transport Offices issued notices to 1,499 auto‑rickshaw and taxi drivers who did not have sufficient working knowledge of Marathi.
- The notices were part of an inspection drive that examined 5,299 drivers across the state.
- The move follows a viral video that was mistakenly linked to the language drive, prompting officials to clarify that the clip had no connection to the current initiative.
- The notices aim to improve communication between drivers and passengers and ensure compliance with state regulations.
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How many taxi drivers in Maharashtra know Marathi? Notice issued to 1499 drivers on second day
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First reported by India TV English on ; 2 articles from 2 outlets so far.
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- Right-leaning (2): India TV English, Deccan Chronicle