Maharashtra Makes Knowing Marathi Mandatory For App-Based Drivers

by · Inc42

SUMMARY

  • Maharashtra has made working knowledge of Marathi mandatory for app-based cab drivers, including those working with Ola, Uber and Rapido
  • Drivers who fail to meet the requirement could face licence suspension or cancellation, adding a new compliance burden for aggregators
  • More than 1.10 Lakh drivers have completed Marathi training, while Ola, Uber and Rapido have until September 1 to apply for state aggregator licences