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Mumbai Auto Drivers Strike 3 Days Against Mandatory Marathi License Rule

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Autorickshaw drivers in Mumbai launched a three-day strike on Monday, blocking roads in protest against a Marathi language requirement for their licenses. The rule has drawn criticism from older drivers who lack formal education and find it difficult to meet the language mandate. Protesters have been facing heavy fines for non-compliance, prompting them to demand that authorities reconsider the directive. The striking drivers are calling for justice and asking for adequate time to fulfill the language requirement.

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