He said that many disputes arise between drivers and passengers due to language barriers. Sarnaik stated that from May 1, Marathi knowledge will be checked while issuing or renewing licences, badges and permits, with RTO authorities verifying both documents and language proficiency

Polling in Tamil Nadu crossed 56.81 pc by 1 pm, with Tiruppur recording the highest turnout. Cities like Chennai, Madurai, and Coimbatore also witnessed strong voter participation across key constituencies