Black Gown Made Mandatory for Teachers
The Punjab School Education Department mandates black gowns to promote discipline and equality among public school teachers, with concerns raised over costs and practicality by unions.
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Black gown made mandatory for teachers
The Rawalpindi District Education Authority has made it mandatory for all male and female teachers to wear black gowns during teaching hours. A dress code notification has been issued with immediate implementation orders. From Monday, February 23, teachers of primary, middle, high and higher secondary classes will be required to wear black gowns while attending schools and delivering lectures. Conducting classes without a gown has been prohibite…
Punjab govt tells public school teachers to don black gowns during work hours
LAHORE: The Punjab government has directed all teachers working in public sector schools across the province to wear black gowns during school hours while performing academic duties, introducing a standardised dress code aimed at promoting uniformity and professional identity. A notification issued by the Punjab School Education Department on February 19, available with Dawn, stated that the new dress code will come into effect from February 23 …
‘Wear black gown during school hours’, Punjab govt tells teachers
The Punjab government has introduced a mandatory dress code requiring all teachers in public schools across the province to wear black gowns during school hours while carrying out their academic responsibilities. The government says this move is intended to create uniformity and reinforce a distinct professional identity for educators. Under the policy, all teachers, regardless of gender, grade or location, must wear a black gown over modest att…
Punjab Govt Schools Enforce Dress Code for Teachers
he Punjab School Education Department has issued a notification enforcing a standard dress code for teachers in government schools across Punjab. According to the directive, all teachers will be required to follow the prescribed dress guidelines. The notification states that teachers must maintain a professional appearance to promote discipline and a clear professional identity within schools. Male teachers have been advised to wear plain and si…
Punjab govt enforces mandatory dress code for public school teachers from Feb 23, 2026
The Punjab School Education Department has introduced a province-wide dress code policy for teachers working in public schools, aiming to promote uniformity, professionalism, and discipline within educational institutions. According to an official notification issued by the department, all teachers will now be required to wear a black gown during teaching hours. The directive applies to male and female teachers across Punjab and will come into f…
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