Government employees are prohibited from wearing jeans and T-shirts in government offices.

The state government has banned employees from wearing jeans and T-shirts in government offices and has issued a dress code. The notification for this has been issued by the state government’s Personnel Department. According to orders issued by the Personnel Department, all employees will now be required to adhere to the prescribed dress code. Furthermore, making statements against government policies or sharing confidential documents on social media has been completely prohibited. The government has clarified that strict disciplinary action will be taken against those who disobey these instructions.
The government has also set clear rules regarding the attire of employees at the workplace. According to the orders, employees’ attire should be neat, simple, and professional. Male employees will only come to the office wearing formal shirts and pants or trousers, while women employees will be required to wear saris, suits, salwar kameez, or other modest formal attire. Jeans, T-shirts, casual wear, and flashy party wear will not be permitted.
Along with the dress code, the government has also drawn a clear “digital Lakshman Rekha” regarding employees’ social media conduct. According to the new directives, government employees will not be able to express personal opinions or negative comments about government policies on public platforms. Any form of political or religious rhetoric will also be strictly avoided. Furthermore, sharing any government document or confidential information on social media without permission will be considered a serious indiscipline. Employees have been asked to avoid any posts that could harm the image of the government or the institution.
The Department of Personnel has issued these orders under the Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964. The department has directed all administrative secretaries, heads of departments, and managing directors of boards and corporations to ensure strict adherence to these rules. The government states that these guidelines are intended to maintain dignity in offices and strengthen the professional image of the administration.