Mumbai, July 7 (IANS) In a major administrative policy shift aimed at checking illegal passenger transport and reinforcing commuter safety, the Maharashtra government on Tuesday announced that a state domicile certificate will soon be mandatory for obtaining bike-taxi permits and commercial transport licenses. The policy directive was announced in the Maharashtra Assembly by the State Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik.The strict mandate is slated to come into effect from August 1.The Maharashtra…
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Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) The Maharashtra government on Thursday announced action against app-based taxi companies over passenger exploitation. Acting swiftly on the issue raised by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde regarding app-based taxi and ride-hailing services forcing passengers to pay tips, demanding extra fares, and exploiting them financially during emergencies, State Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik took immediate cognisance of the matter.Minister Sarnaik has directed the Transport Commission…