An order issued from Lalbazar has barred Kolkata Police personnel on road duty from using mobile phones while on the job. The restriction also covers earphones and headphones, signalling a tighter approach to on-duty discipline and public safety.
The move is aimed at cutting distractions among officers deployed on roads. By limiting phone use during active duty, the police administration appears to be focusing on sharper attention, faster response and better conduct in public-facing assignments.
According to the description of the order, violations will invite strict action. That indicates the instruction is not merely advisory, but part of a more serious enforcement push within the force.
The ban is not absolute, however. Limited exemptions have been kept for emergencies and certain traffic-related situations, suggesting that necessary operational communication will still be allowed under defined conditions.
