New Delhi, Jan. 29 -- An order issued by the Karnataka Director General of Police (DGP) has mandated birthday and anniversary leave for police personnel to "boost morale and increase productivity". The order, dated January 29, underlined that spending quality time with family helps maintain a balance between professional and personal life and contributes to better "discipline and performance in service".

"Taking leave on these special days helps officers and personnel recharge emotionally, spend quality time with their families and maintain a balance between duty and personal life. This boosts morale, reduces stress and improves overall job satisfaction, thereby increasing productivity," the circular stated.

The order directs all unit o...