The Haryana government has imposed a new dress code policy for government doctors banning denim jeans, palazzo pants, backless tops, and skirts.
Women doctors have also been banned from wearing make-up or heavy jewellery while male doctors have been asked not to grow their hair longer than their shirt collars, The Indian Express reported.
The policy, issued on February 9, has been communicated to all government hospitals across the state. It states that anyone not following the dress code will be considered absent from duty and liable for strict action.
Haryana Health Minister Anil Vij, explaining why the dress code was introduced, said, “It becomes difficult to distinguish between doctors and patients in hospitals. That is why the dress code shall be implemented for staff members. It will enhance the outlook of the staff members, and help patients get better health facilities,” he said.