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Interior Ministry orders all police to wear official uniforms
The statement clarifies that patrolling or appearing in public without the approved uniform is strictly prohibited.
The Ministry of Interior of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has announced that all police personnel are now required to wear official uniforms during duty hours. The directive was issued to enforce discipline, enhance public trust, and ensure better identification of official security forces.
According to a statement released by the ministry’s spokesperson, Abdul Mateen Qani, Acting Minister of Interior, Sirajuddin Haqqani, emphasized the importance of legal enforcement and professional order within the ranks.
The statement clarifies that patrolling or appearing in public without the approved uniform is strictly prohibited, and relevant supervisors are instructed to rigorously monitor compliance.
The ministry highlighted that the primary goal of this measure is to distinguish between official personnel and unauthorized individuals, helping the public to better identify legitimate police officers. The move, endorsed by the leadership council of the Islamic Emirate, reflects broader efforts to bring order and clarity to Afghanistan’s internal security framework.