Mumbai Marathi rule protest: Auto driver beaten, passengers dragged out amid outcry

An autorickshaw driver faced assault from protesters opposing the Marathi language proficiency drive. Demonstrations occurred in several Mumbai locations, including Kandivali and Malad West. Some protesters disrupted services and forced passengers to deboard their vehicles. Misinformation about fines fueled panic among

The Maharashtra Transport Department has been enforcing a rule requiring auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers to demonstrate a working knowledge of the state's primary language, Marathi.

Since August 20, around 13,000 drivers have been tested in Mumbai and other parts of the State, as per the Transport Department