Non-Marathi Rickshaw and Taxi Drivers in Mumbai Must Learn Basic Marathi
मुख्य बातें
- •The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has made a 30-hour practical Marathi course mandatory for non-Marathi-speaking rickshaw and taxi drivers.
- •The course will cover daily interactions, and completion will earn drivers a certificate required for license renewal.
- •The rule aims to enhance public transport quality and promote awareness of the local language.
- •Non-compliance may lead to penalties, including license cancellation.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to implement a new rule mandating that rickshaw and taxi drivers operating in the city must learn basic conversational Marathi. This rule will specifically apply to drivers who do not speak Marathi. The move aims to maintain the quality of public transport services and improve communication with local passengers.
Under the new regulation, all non-Marathi-speaking rickshaw and taxi drivers will be required to complete a 30-hour practical Marathi course. The course will cover everyday interactions, such as conversing with passengers, asking for directions, stating fares, and communicating in emergencies. Officials have stated that upon completing the course, drivers will receive a certificate, which will be linked to their driving licenses. Drivers without this certificate may face difficulties during license renewal.
