Maharashtra has made working knowledge of Marathi mandatory for cab and autorickshaw drivers and permit holders under amended motor vehicle rules. Non-compliance may lead to suspension or revocation of licence authorisation. The move has drawn mixed reactions from political leaders
Rahul Gandhi criticised the Modi government over inflation and the financial struggles of autorickshaw drivers, saying rising costs have crippled livelihoods. After interacting with drivers in Delhi, he promised to raise their concerns in Parliament and accused the government of ignoring their hardships
The incident occurred when few auto-rickshaw drivers parked their vehicles near the hotel on the main road and the hotel staff allegedly started hurling abuses at them
