Kashmir Forest Department Orders Field Staff to Wear Uniform, Threatens Disciplinary Action

The Kashmir Forest Department has issued a directive requiring all field staff to wear the prescribed uniform while on duty. The notice, circulated to all forest divisions, emphasizes the importance of maintaining a uniform appearance for operational efficiency and safety. Officials have stated that any deviation from the uniform policy will result in disciplinary action, ranging from warnings to possible suspension. The directive aims to standardize the appearance of personnel across the department and reinforce professional standards. Compliance will be monitored by supervisory officers in each forest unit.