In a decisive move, the Bombay High Court dismissed a petition from four cab drivers, coinciding with the Maharashtra government's announcement to prolong the Marathi language learning deadline by an entire year for auto and taxi operators. This decision stemmed from a meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, as the petition claimed that the initial requirement breached fundamental rights.

The Maharashtra government has given migrant auto and taxi drivers a year to learn basic Marathi, ensuring no punitive action during this period amid the ongoing crackdown.

No action will be taken against them during this period for not knowing the language, said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has halted RTO actions against drivers. Auto and taxi drivers will now receive one year to learn Marathi. This decision came after a…