Mumbai’s street tension is rising as the Maharashtra government’s May 1 mandate requires auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers to learn Marathi. Even before the deadline, the MNS has started informal roadside Marathi classes for drivers, escalating the debate. Political leaders are divided on whether the language requirement should be strictly implemented, with concerns over enforcement and practical impact.
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