Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, has emphasized that the requirement for drivers to understand Marathi is about facilitating basic communication, not mastering the language. The state is taking a humane approach, offering drivers more time to learn functional Marathi if necessary. Starting August 20, a state-run initiative will assess the drivers' Marathi proficiency, aiming to uphold the cultural identity and essence of the Marathi language.

Maharashtra issues notices to 777 drivers lacking Marathi skills, mandating language training within one month amid ongoing inspections.

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