Bangladesh Bank has issued a dress code for all for all employees, warning that failure to comply may lead to disciplinary action. The circular, issued by the Human Resources Department-2 on Jul 21, instructs female staff to wear “modest”attire, explicitly advising against short-sleeved or short-length clothing and leggings. Male staff have been directed to wear formal shirts with long or half sleeves, along with formal trousers and shoes. As per the guidelines, female employees are allowed to wear saree, salwar-kameez with orna, or any other plain, modest, professional-coloured outfit. “There is no obligation for female staff to wear hijab or burqa.

Source: bd News24 July 24, 2025 10:23 UTC