Drivers Welcome One-Year Marathi Learning Window, Say It Helps Communication

Auto‑rickshaw and taxi drivers in Maharashtra have praised the government's decision to grant a one‑year period for learning Marathi. A veteran driver with 24 years of experience highlighted that most passengers already understand Hindi, but speaking Marathi would enhance service quality. Another driver from Uttar Pradesh welcomed the extended deadline, confident that he can become conversational within the year. The feedback underscores the perceived benefits for both drivers and passengers.