Lahore Police has introduced a stricter social media policy for officers in an effort to prevent misuse of authority, discourage intimidation through police uniforms and promote responsible online behavior. The new directives apply to station house officers (SHOs), inspectors, sub-inspectors and assistant sub-inspectors serving across the provincial capital.
Under the revised policy, officers have been instructed to review their personal social media accounts and remove any offensive images or content already uploaded. The move aims to strengthen professional standards and ensure that police personnel maintain a responsible public image on digital platforms.
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Furthermore, the new rules prohibit officers from posting offensive material on personal accounts across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Police officials have also been barred from sharing pictures or videos of personal activities while wearing the police uniform, a step authorities believe will prevent inappropriate use of official identity.
Lahore Police has clarified that photographs and videos showing officers in uniform may only be published through officially approved departmental accounts. As a result, personnel are no longer allowed to upload uniform-related content on private profiles, particularly material linked to personal events or non-official activities.
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Officials said the policy is designed to reinforce discipline within the force and preserve the dignity of the police uniform. They emphasized that the uniform represents state authority and should not be used for personal promotion, entertainment content or social media influence.
Meanwhile, authorities have warned that violations of the new policy will trigger departmental action. Any officer found sharing prohibited photos or videos while wearing the police uniform on personal social media accounts may face disciplinary proceedings under the department’s regulations.