Karnataka issues circular regarding leave for police personnel on birthdays, wedding anniversaries: What it says

All unit officers have been instructed to ensure that police personnel are allowed leave without fail on their birthdays and wedding anniversaries.

Updated on: Jan 29, 2026, 16:25:56 IST

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Karnataka Director General of Police (DGP) issued a circular on Thursday directing all unit officers to grant leave to police personnel to celebrate their birthdays and wedding anniversaries.

The responsibility for implementation rests with unit heads, who have been asked to strictly adhere to the directive. (PTI)

“...Taking leave on these special days helps officers and personnel to recharge emotionally, spend quality time with family and maintain a balance between duty and personal life. This boosts morale. Stress is reduced and overall job satisfaction increases productivity,” the circular read.

All unit officers have been instructed to ensure that police personnel are allowed leave without fail on their birthdays and wedding anniversaries, according to the DGP’s circular.

“In this context, all unit officers have been directed to grant leave without fail to police officers and personnel who request leave on the occasion of their birthdays and wedding anniversaries,” the circular further read.

The order highlights that taking leave on these occasions can help reduce stress and improve morale among officers and staff. It adds that this approach is expected to increase overall job satisfaction and productivity within the force.

“This humanitarian act not only recognises their sacrifices but also builds loyalty and strengthens the commitment of the police force,” the circular says, linking the initiative to better discipline and performance in service.

In clear instructions, the DGP has directed that all unit officers must grant leave to police officers and personnel on their birthdays and wedding anniversaries without fail.

The responsibility for implementation rests with unit heads, who have been asked to strictly adhere to the directive.

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