Mumbai, Aug. 22 -- The Maharashtra Transport Department has continued its action against commercial vehicle drivers who do not have practical knowledge of the Marathi language, as it served notices to 777 drivers who were found lacking practical Marathi language skills.

During a statewide exercise conducted on Friday, a total of 5,211 drivers were tested in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra.

The department has issued notices to these drivers, directing them to acquire practical knowledge of Marathi within one month, failing which further action may be taken, including the possibility of suspension or cancellation of their driving licences.

Out of the 777 drivers identified, 722 were from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, according to...