MP Police New Social Media Rules: No Reels In Uniform, Sharing Confidential Information Restricted— PHQ Issues Strict Guidelines

Madhya Pradesh police personnel are now subject to stringent regulations regarding social media usage, following new directives from the police headquarters. Officers and employees are prohibited from creating videos or reels while wearing their uniforms, as well as from uploading images, videos or reels that could potentially tarnish the uniform's dignity or generate personal income.

Director General of Police Kailash Makwana emphasized that misuse of the police uniform for personal branding, social media popularity, or commercial gains will result in disciplinary action.

The new guidelines also aim to protect sensitive government information. Police personnel are forbidden from sharing screenshots, scanned copies, or details of confidential documents on social media platforms. Additionally, Artificial Intelligence tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are restricted for uploading or processing official information. Police personnel involved in sensitive duties are barred from disclosing their location, workplace details, or geo-tags on social media.

Furthermore, personnel earning money through social media platforms, such as paid promotions or sponsorships, will require prior government approval. Those who have already generated income from social media must submit details of their earnings to the department within 30 days. The order also prohibits revealing the identities of victims, witnesses, accused persons, and juvenile offenders during investigations or public proceedings.

If photographs or videos of such cases are shared, permission from senior officers is mandatory, and faces must be blurred before publication.

DGP Kailash Makwana has directed all police units in Madhya Pradesh to ensure that these guidelines are communicated to every officer and employee. Non-compliance will face strict disciplinary action.