Drivers Without Marathi May Face License Suspension, Says State

The amendment also revises Rule 24, making Marathi proficiency a mandatory condition for every authorised taxi driver. In addition, Rules 78 and 85 have been updated so that renewal of a taxi permit now requires proof of Marathi competence. The state has clarified that the move seeks to ease communication between passengers—most of whom speak Marathi—and drivers, aiming to improve service quality and reduce misunderstandings on the road.