The Times of India

Marathi compulsory for commercial drivers from Aug 16: Maharashtra transport minister Pratap Sarnaik

Commercial vehicle drivers in Maharashtra must speak Marathi starting August sixteenth. This new rule, announced by the state transport minister, aims for clearer communication. The state transport department issued a notification on July eighth regarding this mandate. Rules of the Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, have been amended to facilitate implementation. Classes are being organized in RTO offices to teach the Marathi language.