Mumbai RTO Launches Marathi Language Training for Taxi Drivers
RTO conducts first Marathi-speaking session for auto-taxi drivers

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The Wadala Regional Transport Office in Mumbai held its first Marathi language training session for around 70 auto-taxi drivers, aiming to enhance communication skills. This initiative is part of the Maharashtra government's push to ensure drivers possess basic Marathi knowledge, with plans for additional sessions and certification.
- 01The session featured 15 illustrated Marathi conversations tailored for everyday interactions between drivers and passengers.
- 02Approximately 70 drivers attended the pilot session, which was facilitated by six teachers from educational organizations.
- 03At least four additional training sessions are scheduled over the next month, with mandatory attendance for drivers.
- 04Drivers will take a test and receive a certificate upon completing the sessions, which also aim to include reading and writing lessons.
- 05The initiative aligns with Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules, which require drivers to have knowledge of the local area and Marathi language.
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On Wednesday, the Wadala Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Mumbai conducted its inaugural Marathi language training session for auto and taxi drivers, attracting around 70 participants. This initiative is part of the Maharashtra government's efforts to ensure drivers can communicate effectively in Marathi. The session included an illustrated sheet featuring 15 simple conversations relevant to daily interactions, such as accepting rides, discussing fares, and declining rides when necessary. Drivers expressed their understanding of Marathi but noted their difficulty in conversing. The RTO plans to conduct at least four more sessions in the coming month, with mandatory attendance and subsequent testing for certification. This program is expected to enhance communication between drivers and passengers and is a response to the political emphasis on promoting Marathi in Mumbai. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik indicated that drivers lacking proficiency in Marathi must complete this training by August 15, aligning with existing licensing requirements under the Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
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This initiative will enhance communication between taxi drivers and passengers in Mumbai, improving service quality.
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