Odisha DSP's Red Hair Sparks Controversy, IG Orders Immediate Dye Change
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News18•30-01-2026, 09:39
Odisha DSP's Red Hair Sparks Controversy, IG Orders Immediate Dye Change
- •Odisha DSP Rashmi Ranjan Das's bright red hair while in khaki uniform went viral, causing a stir on social media.
- •The unusual hairstyle led to memes, jokes, and questions about a police officer's appropriate appearance and seriousness.
- •Inspector General of Police (IG) Satyajit Nayak of the Central Range issued an official warning, ordering Das to restore his hair to its natural color immediately.
- •Police sources indicate Das had been informally advised to change his hair color previously but ignored the suggestions.
- •The incident has prompted the police headquarters to issue a warning to all uniformed officers, emphasizing a professional look and natural hair color.
Why It Matters: An Odisha DSP's red hair sparked controversy, leading to an IG order for immediate color correction to uphold uniform dignity.
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