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Himachal Pradesh Implements Strict Dress Code for Teachers in Government CBSE Schools
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News18•01-10-2026, 16:00
Himachal Pradesh Implements Strict Dress Code for Teachers in Government CBSE Schools
- •A prescribed dress code for teachers has been implemented in 148 government CBSE schools across Himachal Pradesh starting Thursday.
- •The dress code aims to promote discipline, institutional dignity, and a professional learning environment, according to Director of School Education Ashish Kohli.
- •The prescribed colors are light lilac, lilac purple, and navy blue, with black footwear and designated accessories; identity cards with school/departmental logos are mandatory.
- •Attire options include sarees, kurtas/kameez with various bottoms, and shirt-trousers for women, and shirt, trousers, tie, and blazer for men.
- •The dress code applies to all teachers and principals, including outsourced staff, with adjustments possible for medical reasons, disability, or pregnancy.
Key Questions Answered
The prescribed colors for teachers are light lilac, lilac purple, and navy blue, with black specified for footwear and designated accessories.
The dress code applies to all teachers and principals across 148 government CBSE schools in the state, including those who are engaged on an outsourced basis.
A system for recording teachers' attendance three times a day is being introduced to strengthen accountability and punctuality in these schools.
