Bhubaneswar, April 10 -- The Twin City Commissionerate Police has directed cops having tattoos to remove those within 15 days.

An order dated 9.4.2024 was issued by the Commissionerate Police in this regard.

The decision has been taken to maintain professionalism among police personnel.

"A good number of unit men are found making tattoos on their body which demeans the image of the Battalion as well as Odisha Police since these are offensive, obscene and derogatory in nature. After careful consideration, it is decided that from today onwards tattoos that are visible while wearing uniform are not permitted," the order said.

"All Guard I/Cs are directed to make a list of men having tattoos on their body part easily noticeable while wear...