Patna: Bihar police headquarters has issued a strict directive, asking female officers and personnel from wearing jewellery and makeup while on duty, citing concerns over discipline and decorum within the force.
The circular, released on Monday, July 7, instructs all senior officers—including Range IGs, SSPs, and SPs—to ensure that women personnel such as constables, sub-inspectors, and inspectors do not report for duty wearing adornments or cosmetics. Non-compliance, the order warns, may invite disciplinary action.
The circular, issued by the Additional Director General (ADG) of Law and Order, reads:
"It has been frequently observed that female police officers and personnel wear large-sized ornaments such as jhumkas (dangling earrings), nose rings, bangles, and other decorative accessories while on duty. This is against the dignity and discipline expected from members of the police force."
The action has been taken after a review meeting where Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar emphasised the need for stricter enforcement of discipline. Acting on his directives, the ADG instructed all senior police officials across the state to ensure full compliance with the new grooming protocol.
District-level officers have now also been directed to enforce the rule strictly. Officials said there are instances of female personnel wearing oversized earrings and other accessories while on duty, and the trend also picking up over a period of time. had become increasingly common, and hene this move has been taken.
The directive is part of efforts to maintain the decorum and discipline that form the core values of the police force.
