The government has initiated a fresh move to revise police uniforms following persistent dissatisfaction among personnel after earlier changes introduced during the interim administration. In the aftermath of the 2024 political transition, the authorities had altered the standard police attire; however, the decision drew criticism from within the force, prompting a reconsideration of the design and colour scheme.
According to officials at Police Headquarters, a proposal has already been submitted to the Ministry of Home Affairs seeking amendments to the “Police Dress Rules–2025”. The revised plan outlines a return to more conventional and distinguishable colours aimed at improving both functionality and public recognition.
Deputy Inspector General Sarwar Murshed Shamim of the logistics division stated that the change would not impose any additional financial burden on the government. Police personnel receive uniforms annually as part of their entitlement, and the new colours will be introduced gradually during routine distribution cycles once the সংশোধিত rules are formally approved and notified.
Proposed Uniform Changes
| Police Unit |
Shirt Colour |
Trousers Colour |
| Metropolitan Police |
Light Olive |
Khaki |
| District & Other Units |
Deep Blue |
Khaki |
| Specialised Units (APBN, SPBN, SB, CID, RAB) |
No Change |
No Change |
The proposal indicates that specialised units—such as the Armed Police Battalion (APBN), Special Protection Battalion (SPBN), Special Branch (SB), Criminal Investigation Department (CID), and Rapid Action Battalion (RAB)—will remain outside the scope of this change, retaining their existing uniforms.
In a formal communication sent on 15 April, Police Headquarters noted that the currently used “iron” coloured shirts and “coffee” coloured trousers had triggered discomfort among field-level officers. Many personnel reportedly felt uneasy wearing the attire and were subject to ridicule on social media, which, according to officials, affected morale and professional confidence.
The letter, signed by Additional Deputy Inspector General Mohammad Sarwar Jahan, emphasised the need to amend relevant provisions of the dress rules promptly. Once the ministry issues the necessary notification, the transition to the new uniform colours is expected to proceed without delay.
The Bangladesh Police Service Association has also supported the revision, pointing out that the existing uniform bears resemblance to attire used by certain other agencies, creating confusion among the public. The association has argued that the earlier combination of khaki and blue—introduced during 2003–2004—was better suited to the country’s climate and complemented the physical characteristics of personnel.
Officials further acknowledged that the earlier changes were implemented hastily during the interim period without adequately consulting members of the force. The current initiative, they said, seeks to restore a sense of tradition, discipline, and identity within the পুলিশ বাহিনী while ensuring practicality and public clarity.
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