A Taliban morality officer announced mandatory dress requirements for medical faculty and students during a meeting, requiring all to wear caps, traditional shirts and pants, and grow beards.
The official warned that non-compliance would result in students being referred to relevant authorities.
According to an audio recording sent to media, the Taliban official stated that monthly “promotion of virtue” sessions are mandatory for all students.
This decision represents part of the strict regulations the Taliban group has imposed on universities since returning to power.
Previously, the Taliban had implemented similar regulations for university students and staff.
These policies include mandatory caps, traditional clothing, and beards for men, reflecting the group’s broader efforts to enforce conservative Islamic dress codes throughout Afghanistan’s educational system.
The announcement underscores the Taliban’s continued restrictions on academic freedom and personal expression in higher education institutions.
