Face-off between MNS and Shiv Sena leader Nirupam over mandatory Marathi for autorickshaw and taxi drivers - The HinduPublished - April 25, 2026 12:25 am IST - MumbaiControversy erupted on Friday over the mandatory Marathi language proficiency requirement for licenced autorickshaw and taxi drivers in Maharashtra, effective from May 1, with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) staging a protest against Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam for appealing to the State government to reconsider the move.The protest intensified with MNS party functionaries allegedly pelting stones at Mr. Nirupam’s car, en route to the autorickshaw association in Mumbai’s Dahisar region to discuss their concerns. Both MNS party functionaries and Mr. Nirupam had a face-off, with MNS raising slogans.Published - April 25, 2026 12:25 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }