Maharashtra Announces 10000 Grant For Auto, Taxi Drivers Aged 65

The Maharashtra government has set up the Maharashtra Auto Rickshaw and Meter Taxi Driver Welfare Board to support unorganized sector drivers. It also announced a ₹10,000 one-time grant for auto and taxi drivers aged 65. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said the board, launched on January 27, aims to assist thousands, marking the birth anniversary of leader Anand Dighe.