Assam govt issue dress code for teachers, warns of strict action on violation

The Assam government has issued a notice mandating a dress code for teachers. In an official notification, the Department of School Education cited teachers wearing attires of their choice in schools, which appears unacceptable. In view of the situation, the order has been issued for all educational institutions.

"Some teachers of higher educational institutes are found in the habit of wearing the dress of their choice which sometimes does not appear to be acceptable by the public at large," the notification said. 

"Since a teacher is expected to be a example of all sorts of decency especially while discharging their duties, it has become necessary to follow a dress code that should reflect a sense of decorum, decency, professionalism and seriousness of purpose at the workplace," it further said. 

The male teachers have been directed to avoid casual attire such as T-shirts, jeans, etc., and attend their duties in formal attire. Female teachers have also been directed to avoid casual attire and show up in decent salwar suits, saree etc. 

"Both male and female teachers should be dressed up in clean, modest and decent clothes in sober colours, which should not look flashy. Casual and party apparel should be strictly avoided," the notification said. The government has also warned that a violation will invite disciplinary action as per the rules.