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Teacher dress code enforced in 148 Himachal Pradesh government schools
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 04:02 AM
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The Himachal Pradesh education department has introduced a mandatory dress code for teachers in 148 government schools, aiming to standardise appearance across the state.
The state education ministry announced that a uniform dress code for teachers will now be compulsory in 148 government-run schools across Himachal Pradesh. The directive, issued by the department, comes into force immediately.
The guidelines specify that teachers must wear modest, plain clothing, with a preference for solid colours and no visible logos. The policy also outlines acceptable footwear and accessories, aiming to project a professional image in classrooms.
While the move has been welcomed by officials who say it will enhance discipline and focus on teaching, some teachers have expressed concerns about the practicality of the new rules. The department has said compliance will be monitored and support will be provided to schools during the transition.
The guidelines specify that teachers must wear modest, plain clothing, with a preference for solid colours and no visible logos. The policy also outlines acceptable footwear and accessories, aiming to project a professional image in classrooms.
While the move has been welcomed by officials who say it will enhance discipline and focus on teaching, some teachers have expressed concerns about the practicality of the new rules. The department has said compliance will be monitored and support will be provided to schools during the transition.