Shimla, March 18 -- The Himachal Pradesh government issued fresh instructions mandating strict adherence to the dress code and disciplined use of social media by its employees, warning of disciplinary action in case of violations.

In an official communication dated March 16, the Department of Personnel directed all administrative secretaries, heads of departments, divisional and deputy commissioners, as well as officials of boards, corporations and autonomous bodies, to ensure compliance with prescribed norms.

The order reiterates that government employees must wear appropriate, formal, clean and modest attire in sober colours while attending office or court proceedings. Casual or party wear has been strictly discouraged. Male employees...