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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
No jewellery for women cops on duty
1 2 Patna: In a rare move to enforce discipline, the Bihar Police headquarters (PHQ) has issued a stringent directive banning women personnel from wearing jewellery and makeup while on duty. The directive, issued on July 8 and signed by additional director general (ADG) of law and order Pankaj Darad, warns that non-compliance will invite disciplinary action. The order applies to all women officers — from constables to inspectors — and explicitly prohibits the wearing of nose rings, earrings, bangles, necklaces and the use of cosmetic products during active duty hours. This directive follows a spate of viral videos and photos on social media, where women police personnel were seen making reels while dressed in uniform, adorned with jewellery and heavy makeup. The PHQ termed such activities as a "violation of service rules", calling them a serious breach of police decorum and professionalism. ADG Darad said, "Making reels and displaying weapons for social media, excessive use of Bluetooth devices for music or personal calls while on duty have also been listed as violations, as such activities distract personnel from their duties." In recent months, at least 10 women constables and officers have been suspended and departmental proceedings were initiated against them for indulging in such conduct while in uniform. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Se você sofre com dores no joelho. Leia isso antes que seja deletado Vida Sem Dores Undo B ut the order does not single out women. Male officers too have been asked to maintain uniform decorum and avoid improper dressing while on duty. "The directive will also apply to male officers and personnel too, requiring them to wear uniforms properly during duty hours," said Darad. Copies of the order have been sent to all SPs, SSPs, DIGs, and IGs for immediate enforcement across their respective jurisdictions. The PHQ has warned that violators will be identified and dealt with strictly. If the directive is ignored, senior officers could be asked to explain the lapse in implementation. "In case of non-compliance, the headquarters may seek explanations from officers on why the directive was not implemented," said the ADG. While the move has triggered conversations within the force, not everyone is on board. A woman constable, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, "It is true that making reels in police uniform during duty is not good. It should be avoided. But the ban on wearing jewellery and makeup items is interference in personal life."
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- New Indian Express
Bihar: No jewellery & make-up during duty hours, women cops livid over diktat
PATNA: The Bihar police headquarters on Thursday issued a directive instructing women police personnel and officers not to wear jewellery and make-up items during duty hours. The directive, issued by the office of ADG (law and order) Pankaj Darad, comes after videos and photos surfaced on social media showing women police personnel making reels while wearing jewellery and heavy make-up items during duty hours. The police headquarters has classified use of make-up items and wearing the uniform in an improper way while on duty, as a violation of service rules. Moreover, making reels and displaying weapons for social media, excessive use of Bluetooth devices for music or personal calls while on duty have also been listed as violations, as such activities distract personnel from their duties.
NDTV
5 days ago
- NDTV
Avoid Wearing Make-Up During Duty Hours: Bihar Police To Women Cops
Patna: The Bihar Police Headquarters has issued a directive instructing women police personnel and officers to avoid wearing make-up during duty hours, aiming to enforce strict discipline within the force, an official said on Thursday. The directive, issued by the office of ADG (Law and Order) Pankaj Darad, comes after videos and photos surfaced on social media showing women police personnel making reels while wearing jewellery and heavy make-up during duty hours. The department has classified use of make-up and wearing the uniform in an improper way while on duty, as a violation. Additionally, making reels and displaying weapons for social media posts, excessive use of Bluetooth devices for music or personal calls while on duty have also been listed as violations, citing that such activities distract personnel from their duties. The directive extends to male officers and personnel too, requiring them to wear uniforms properly during duty hours. The police headquarters has warned that violators would be identified, and disciplinary action would be taken against such personnel. Copies of the directive have been dispatched to all SPs, SSPs, DIGs, and IG-level officers, instructing them to strictly enforce the order in their jurisdictions. In case of non-compliance, the headquarters may seek explanations from officers on why the directive was not implemented effectively. While Bihar Police has previously issued guidelines on dress codes, use of mobile phones, and video calls during duty, this is the first time a directive has explicitly banned make-up and jewellery for women personnel. The move follows repeated instances where police personnel were seen making social media reels while in uniform, raising concerns about discipline and public perception. 'The idea is to maintain strict discipline within the department while ensuring personnel remain focussed on duty,' a senior police official said. It is not certain how effectively the directive is implemented across Bihar, as the state police continue efforts to modernise the force while enforcing internal discipline standards.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Time of India
Two arrested in Boring Canal Road firing incident
Patna: Five days after the firing incident on posh Boring Canal Road in the state capital, two people were arrested on Thursday, even as the main accused is yet to be apprehended. The black SUV without a number plate, which was used in the crime, is also yet to be traced. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Police said so far, , a resident of Kadamkuan, and , alias Sameer, from Pirbahor were arrested in connection with the case. According to an FIR registered at Shri Krishnapuri police station, the incident involved four to five youths, who had arrived at Boring Canal Road in the black SUV, two hours after a dispute with some local residents, and fired six rounds on May 24. The first two rounds were fired from the SUV itself near a popular sweet shop in the area, followed by two more rounds a little further ahead. Meanwhile, ADG (law and order) Pankaj Darad, who was coincidentally passing through the area, instructed his security personnel to chase the SUV. His bodyguard, Rajneesh Kumar (ATS constable), fired four rounds in self-defence while chasing the criminals. After this, the vehicle took a U-turn from Lohia Chakra and took the bridge, where two more rounds were fired. The ADG chased them up to GPO roundabout, but due to a lack of tight security arrangements, all the criminals managed to escape. Sachivalaya subdivisional police officer (SDPO)-II Saket Kumar said the FIR was registered on the basis of a statement by sub-inspector Alok Kumar. "Today, the police received information that the accused were planning to surrender. Security was increased at the court in response. Meanwhile, the police stopped a young man for questioning and informed the Shri Krishnapuri police station. After checking the young man's Aadhaar card, he was released," the SDPO said.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Time of India
Gun-wielding miscreants on bike open fire on busy Patna street
Patna police are investigating a shooting at Boring Road crossing after a video went viral showing two individuals firing shots from a motorcycle near a temple. PATNA: Buddha Colony police have initiated an investigation into the shooting incident at Boring Road crossing in Patna. According to SHO Sadanand Shah, the investigation has been initiated after the video of the incident went viral on social media. A 5-second video circulating on social media platforms shows two individuals on a motorcycle fired bullets near a temple at Boring Road. The footage, which has caused significant public concern and demands for police action, depicts the pillion rider fired two shots in the air from a moving motorcycle near the Crossing. Sources suggest the incident occurred on the morning of May 24, coinciding with another shooting event that took place that evening on Boring Canal Road near Haratli More, when a black SUV with license plat fired eight rounds following a dispute with the locals In the latter incident, unknown individuals in a Scorpio SUV reportedly fired eight shots during what is believed to be a parking-related dispute. No casualties were reported. Additional director general of police (ADG), law and order, Pankaj Darad, who was returning from an Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) meeting, witnessed the shooting near New Punaichak and immediately began pursuing the offenders. During the chase, which continued till GPO Golambar, the ADG's security guard opened fire in an attempt to stop the criminals. The miscreants retaliated and managed to escape while driving the SUV recklessly. Patna SSP Avakash Kumar has taken disciplinary action by suspending 18 officers for dereliction of duty in this matter. 'Further investigation has been going on,' he said.
