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Bihar tightens school dress code, bans DJ music at educational events

Bihar's education authorities have issued a directive mandating formal attire for teachers and prohibiting DJ performances at school functions, citing concerns over professional standards. The order follows complaints of widespread non-compliance with previous circulars on maintaining institutional dignity.

LSN India · 31 October 2026

Bihar tightens school dress code, bans DJ music at educational events

Bihar's education department has rolled out fresh guidelines requiring all teaching staff to adhere to strict formal dress codes, effective immediately across the state's schools. The directive specifies that only dignified formal attire is permitted in educational institutions, marking an effort to reinforce professional standards among educators.

The order simultaneously prohibits the use of DJ services and modern music systems at school-organized events, functions, and celebrations. Officials argue that such restrictions are necessary to maintain the institutional character and decorum expected in academic environments.

The move comes on the heels of repeated non-compliance with earlier circulars addressing professional culture and institutional dignity at schools. Education department officials expressed displeasure over the widespread disregard for previous orders, prompting the current stricter enforcement measures.

The directive applies to all government and government-aided schools in Bihar and aims to establish uniform standards across educational institutions in the state. School administrations have been directed to ensure full adherence and report compliance status to district education authorities.