Cops In Odisha Asked To Get Tattoos Removed In 15 Days

Bhubaneswar: The Twin City Commissionerate Police has directed cops of special security battalion in Odisha with tattoos to get those removed within 15 days.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Security) said that these tattoos demean the image of the Battalion.

“A good number of unit men are found making “TATTOOS” on their body which demeans the image of the Battalion as well as Odisha Police since these are offensive, obscene and derogatory in nature. Hence after careful consideration; it is decided that, from today onwards tattoos that are visible while wearing uniform are not permitted,” the letter dated April 9 said.

“All Guard I/Cs are directed to make a list of men having tattoos on their body part easily noticeable while with uniform and ask them to permanently remove the tattoos within 15 days from the date of receiving the orders.”

The letter also warned of departmental actions against those failing to do so. “It is advised to avoid getting inked in the face, the neck and the hand to maintain a level of professionalism,” it added.